This is "hump" day - -

I haven't heard that term in many years. It used to be quite common when I was working in offices (that weren't mine). I guess I didn't use that term for Wednesdays since it really wasn't for us. We worked at weddings all day on Saturday so actually, Thursday was our mid week. I allowed my employees to be off Sunday and Monday. So, there is a little history lesson.

I want to use this space today to thank all of you for your kind words and patience during the past couple of weeks. As a lot of you know, Emmy Reno (my mother-in-law) passed away. She entered the hospital with a heart attack and lingered for only a short time. Emmy celebrated 90 years of life. How great is that? She certainly enjoyed all of the babies and loved having them visit. I guess she will be watching them from her special place in heaven.

Emmy, it was an honor and a pleasure to know you.

I'm Back

I have been so negligent in posting on the blog, that I've decided to make a better effort to get information to all of you. I'll be gathering information to update you on the latest happenings in the studio and post a few movies and images for your enjoyment.

I'm looking forward to a new season with new products this year. This promises to be a very exciting season. Stay tuned!


I want to take this time to thank all of you who are and have contributed to my Roatan Project. We are receiving several donations for the project and we plan to ship everything at the end of the month. We are still in need of children's clothing (summer) in sizes 12 months and larger. No donation is too small and feel free to email me for any information. THANK YOU everyone. It is wonderful to see people "give from the heart" like this.

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

I hope that everyone had a great day today. It was just gorgeous today (at least here in Kingston Springs).

I've had a good response for a Spring Special portrait session. The special is a great value and Clover will be wonderful. We will have chicks and baby ducks available as well. The choice will be yours.

Call the studio to reserve your perfect time. 615 952 3333. See you soon!

SPRING PORTRAITS WITH A LAMB

Hello Everyone - - - - I'm here to announce a Spring Portrait Special with a lovely Cheviot Lamb named Clover. She is lovely and two weeks old. I'm posting images taken today. She will be four weeks old at the time of the sessions.

Right now we are taking appointments for Friday, April 3rd and Saturday, April 4th. If those days book up, we will take some appointments on Sunday as well. The fee is $79. (plus tax) for the session and several images of the same pose in a package. If you are interested in learning more, please pop me an email.

This is the first session with lambs that I've offered in a few years and believe me, the result is so worth it. You can expect the same fine quality for these as with my other images.

Keep in mind - - this lovely girl is only about calf high! What a beautiful lamb and perfect for those fluffy lamb photos!

REMINDER

Portrait specials are dictated by the labs. I'm reminding all of you that the standard portrait special (traditional finishes) will end with the month of March and the canvas special will end with the month of April. If you have been considering a larger portrait or smaller reprints of a favorite, this is the time to take advantage. Just to remind you as well - - - I do offer a lay away program for purchases over $300.

We are getting all positive feed back with the way we are setting up the originals for viewing. For those of you who haven't been in the studio for a while - - - we are uploading the originals to our website for viewing. Anyone you want to give the password to is allowed to view. You can put two side by side to compare; there is a magnifying glass for going in close for detail; you can view them in black and white, color or sepia. The benefits go on and on. You can also order directly from the site or, as most of you prefer, you can call or email me your order. That is the best way if you have specific instructions or questions.
I'm very excited about this change and after talking with my clients - - - you are too! Thanks for the feed back on this.

BEACH PORTRAITS 2009

Many of you have asked when we will be going to Florida to work. We are gearing up for a trip to the Destin; SanDestin; Seaside area (and others in between) this summer. At this time we are looking at mid June.

As you all may know, we have to schedule out clients early as I must have at least three during a week. Our deposit this year will increase slightly, however, every dime of your deposit is applied to your session and purchase.

Please give the studio a call as soon as you know your dates for this event.

PORTRAIT SPECIALS

This is just a reminder to all of my clients regarding the portrait specials. Our time will be up in about six weeks to get those great prices (half price in some cases) from the lab. Right now they are offering the large portrait special pricing (from 16x20 and above) on canvas. This is offered only once a year and the time is here if you have been waiting for this opportunity.

Super Bowl Sunday

Today I have decided to take the day off. Tim and I are working on some things around the house and then headed to the kid's house to watch Arizona win.
GO ARIZONA!

I had a great session yesterday with the Hickerson family and will go in to post some of their photos from this session and their newborn session tomorrow. You will fall in love with Shelby.

Have a wonderful rest of the weekend.

Other Art

I just thought I would take a minute to post a couple of other art items for your viewing. I would welcome your thoughts on some of these. Thanks.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Our New Year Comes in Strong

I must say that 2009 has come in with a pop. Notice I didn't say "bang", but it is stronger than my January normally. This is a good thing.


I want to let everyone know that I'm now posting all of my previews from my web site. I wish I had done this earlier, but I'm never sure about change - - - for me or my clients. You all seem to love it so the days of the slide show being mailed are now out. This is allowing me a faster way for you to see your images and there are so many viewing options that the slide show didn't offer. Thanks for letting me know how you feel about this!





As many of you know, I'm doing a bit more of my fine art sales. I've been fortunate to sell a few images the past couple of years and I'll share a few with you. The one I'm sharing today is:


"The Ghost of Brush Creek". I love shooting fog and I was out doing just that. I took this photograph, but didn't realize until I was processing it that there was a boat with a dog on the front and a man in the photograph. Neat huh? I've sold three of this image. I hope this site does it justice. Bigger is ALWAYS better!

Happy New Year!

I hope each and every one of you have a healthy, happy and prosperous 2009. Thank you all for your continued business and support.

As always, I'd like to hear from any of you who would like to offer new ideas for products in the studio. Is there something you have seen elsewhere and would like me to offer in studio? Let me know.

Books: We are now offering a book with paper pages. This book costs us less to produce so it is less to you as well. We waited to offer this book because we wanted to find one that offers the quality you have come to expect from us. We found one and it is wonderful.