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Congrats to Abby as she sets off on her senior year of high school on a path to Ithaca College next year! Abby and I had a really fun shoot. She wanted to keep things low key, so we met at her home so that we could use their beautiful backyard and incorporate some of her favorite things… her pet chickens … Read More
The last several months have been all about how to look your very best, through tips on achieving a genuine smile… posing … finding beautiful light… color choices… what to wear… camera angles… hair and makeup… pampering yourself… communicating your goals… now it’s time for the final ingredient of your delicious new photos… CONFIDENCE. What’s the most frequent comment my clients make? “I HATE having my photo taken…” This is … Read More
My dear friend Amber (remember, Amber, the incredible ballet dancer?) asked me out to her family butcher shop, Maurer & Miller Meats (also commonly referred to as M & M Meats) in Hampstead, Maryland. It is time for these fine three men to retire and relax, and she wanted to preserve her father’s legacy. Amber’s cousins decided to join in … Read More
I love love LOVE the owner over at Local Homestead Products (LHP) in New Windsor, Maryland. Trevor is the definition of friendly neighbor… he runs a top notch business offering beautiful and delicious (locally grown and responsibly raised) products and his farm often gives back to the community. They always welcome guests with a smile and a warm feeling that … Read More
Let’s have a typical “new client lead” conversation… Potential Client: *ring* *ring* Kelly: “Hi, Kelly speaking…” Potential Client: “Hi, I need a photographer!” Kelly: “I’m your girl! I’d love to help. What kind of photography do you need?” Potential Client: “A portrait.” Now is the time where I get all excited and start asking questions… Wow, that’s a lot of questions, right? But it’s good. … Read More
Alicia came to me with the need of a classy headshot with a super quick turn-around. This is a pretty common occurrence and I’m so glad that I have the set up to provide quick, efficient, mini-headshot sessions. In Alicia’s case, she has a publication coming out soon and they needed a photo with less than three days turn-around time. … Read More
Instead of doing dishes and laundry tonight, wouldn’t it be nice to hear that your homework is a night of pampering? Well that’s just what you need to do leading up to a photo shoot. Pamper Time – You’re Welcome Love, your PHOTOG. THE WEEK BEFORE 1. Freshen up that HAIR. Touch up your roots, and consider a light trim. … Read More
In addition to every-day tips, there are photo-specific makeup and hair tips that might change your regular morning routine before a portrait session. From when to schedule your root-touch-ups and trims, to what makeup techniques make you look younger, pick and choose what you do to look your very best. At the end, we’ll also hear from the salon experts at Elements … Read More
It’s so exciting to expand into a new and bigger space as you flourish – and that is what Clarity Audiology & Hearing Solutions LLC is up to! Moving just around the corner, Clarity Audiology is still located in Ellicott City, Maryland, and they help their patience with hearing issues so that they can go back to hearing their very … Read More
When you hear “selfie”, what image do you envision? I see a goofy looking subject, holding a phone high, positioning it on a down angle… probably making pursed lips or some sort of goofy face, flashing a peace sign or other hand-gesture. This “pose” may seem cliché, but we can learn something from the “classic selfie” that many of us … Read More
When clients come back again is when my heart is fullest! Ameerah reached out, a year following her first portrait session with me, ready for a fresh look for the new year. With a vision in mind, Ameerah shared some examples with me, looks she wanted to try and replicate (mostly color, but simplicity in posing as well).
Last month we talked all about selecting a flattering color pallet. In this article, we’ll apply that color pallet to your clothing choices. I don’t know about you guys, but girls,don’t you feel like this ALL THE TIME. Picking out what to wear day-to-day is hard enough. Picking an outfit for a photo session can feel like you have to hunt … Read More
Warmest thoughts and wishes for a picture perfect holiday and an extra happy New Year! I am looking forward to capturing many beautiful memories in 2018, and I hope you get to be one of them! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!