I had to offer my first ever re-shoot for a session..... I just couldn't get the children to look at the camera or stay by the backdrop or stop moving even for a second. The father was gone so it was just the mother and she was really busy so couldn't help much.... and my heart sank when I ended the session with nothing. Well, fortunately the children were available for a second try, a week later, and their parents were both home this time so their dad could help out. The second try was a completely different experience and I got a LOT of keepers. Schwew!
Today I had my first portrait party and it went great. Abbey and Steve were wonderful hosts and so generous with their time and help. Abbey set up a schedule for the guests, allowing about a half hour for each guest, which worked out perfectly. She also helped keep us on track, making sure that the next guests on the schedule were always ready to go. I was fortunate to photograph a lot of great children (and my friend Gus the dog) today and met some great parents. Thank you, Abbey and Steve--I had a blast and appreciate all of your hard work on the party!
I will be putting one or two photos of each child from the party up here on the blog to give the guests their sneak peeks. I'll be doing them in groups, as I continue through proofing them. Keep checking in if you haven't seen your children yet...they will be coming soon! The gallery of all of today's images should be up later in the week.
I am selling my Olympus E-510 camera body and 50-200mm 2.8 lens, as well as my Olympus FL-50 speedlight. This is an excellent system, Olympus' top end semi-pro camera. I loved this system, but made the switch to Canon equipment. If you are interested, please email me at rebecca@soulreflectionphotography.com
Portrait Parties
New for 2008: Portrait Parties! I have decided, after much success with mini-sessions last year, to offer Portrait Parties in 2008. Just like a Tupperware party, the host/hostess invites guests to participate in mini-sessions at his/her home or other location...and in return receives a print credit of 20% of total sales from the party. I will be happy to help you work out the details of your party, and will supply you with custom invitations. Guests receive a free mini-session, and in return will be required to purchase at least $50.00 in prints, which is due at the time of the mini session to be held as a print credit towards their order. Each mini-session will be about 20 minutes in length and is for up to four people. If a guest requires more than 30 minutes, or wishes to include more than four people in their session there will be a $25.00 fee. I will bring several backdrops to the party so the host need not worry about having the 'perfect' spot in their home. All I need is an average sized room with some good window light. Often I push the dining table out of the way and take advantage of patio doors. In order to host a portrait party you must have at least 6 guests book mini sessions. If you would like to host a party, please contact me at rebecca@soulreflectionphotography.com