What to Wear?!?!

Whether it's a family of three or an extended family portrait, I'm often asked, "What do I wear?" I usually answer this question, "anything you feel comfortable in because being comfortable and relaxed is important when you step in front of the camera lens."

Though there was a time in history where rigid and obviously posed portraits were the style, that's not so these days. Being comfortable and relaxed during your portrait session gives you candid, happy, and more natural expressions and body language which come across in photographs as graceful, poised, and gives the emotion of love.

But, that doesn't quite answer the question of, "What do I wear?" now does it?  I get that.  I am the matriarch of a family of five. My husband and I have two different distinct styles. Add in our children  who are comprised of two teenagers with their own picky clothing choices and a pre-tween fashionista diva, well, we're a bit of a mess, to be honest. Trying to find clothing options for portraits that are both comfortable and adhere to everyone's style can be tricky. But it doesn't have to be expensive or painstaking.

Autumn is on its way, whether we like it or not.  (I'm still waiting on summer to arrive!) The fall foliage has started to change.  Temperatures are getting cooler.  Even the berries on my tree are beginning to turn deep red and the acorns are falling all over the yard.  Fall is here. So what do we think of when we think of autumn?  Hot cocoa, bond fires, pumpkin flavored everything, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and of course, switching out our wardrobes. We begin to break out our light coats, flannel shirts, boots, sweaters - oh those glorious, ever-so-soft sweaters, and jeans.

In terms of color, fall brings a plethora of deep oranges, burgundies, browns, and creams to mind. But color doesn't have to be dark fall portraits. Mix in some yellows with a scarf or a chevron skirt. Lavender is another color not often associated with fall but mixes beautiful with other tones and colors that fall brings. And although red is not a color everyone can wear (I sure can't!) and often saved for holiday portraits, subtle hints in a scarf, tie, or shoe photographs beautifully!

I've created a board on Pinterest to provide some examples of fall family portrait wardrobe to draw some inspiration. Take a look and I'm sure you'll find something to wear!! So relax. Have fun! And let's get those family portraits taken care of soon!!

Call or email me for you family's fall portraits. The scenery is beautiful and makes the perfect backdrop for your portraits!!

Holiday Mini Sessions: Saturday, November 16, 2013

The Holidays have arrived!

It has been quite the year here in the midwest.  My family and I have grown rather fond of our "little-big town" of Muncie and its outlying areas.  You are the reason I've enjoyed moving back home after our military adventures! I have oohed and awed over your family's milestones this past year. And I would love the opportunity to provide you with professional photography services for the holidays!

Holiday Mini Sessions

Saturday, November 16, 2013

What are Holiday Mini Sessions, you ask? Holiday Mini Sessions are photo sessions, 30 minutes in length, one wardrobe, on a pre-designed set. It's the perfect opportunity to update your family photos, order holiday cards, or purchase that canvas print present for Grandma!

What should we wear? It's up to you! Your family can come dressed to impress, casual, or even in your pajamas. Hats, scarves, vests and mittens are welcome on this woodsy winter set. And you could even add a little flare by adding hats or reindeer ears! Above all, be comfortable.

So how much is this going to cost you? I know times are hard everywhere, so I am offering three different packages with zero sitting fees in order to help fit your budget.

Print Package $40

48 Die-cut Wallets to include in your holiday cards

2 5x7s

1 8x10

A Facebook "Cover" photo.

Thumb drive of watermarked images to share online.

Card Package $50

25 Creative Edge die-cut in your choice of 3x3, 4x8, or 5x7 sizes, press printed on semi-gloss paper.

(Includes your choice of red, silver, or gold foil envelopes.)

A Facebook "Cover" photo

A thumb drive of watermarked images to share online.

Digital Package $75

3-5 Professionally edited and retouched photos on thumb drive with Print Release.

A Facebook "cover" photo.

Watermarked images to share online.

Just in time for the holidays metal photo ornaments. Perfect gift for the grandparents or your own Christmas tree!

All packages have the option to build onto their order with the A la Carte menu.

Space is limited. Please call (765) 760-5936 or email to book your session:

1:00 pm

1:45 pm

2:30 pm

3:15 pm

4:00 pm

4:45 pm

5:30 pm

I'm so excited to photograph you and your littles this holiday season! See you soon!

(A $25 non-refundable is due at the time of booking and will be applied to your order. Payable via cash, money order, or PayPal.)

See you soon!