What To Wear Wednesday! Senior Photos

Being a Senior is one of the most memorable time in a persons life. I bet you remember graduation day. You were excited yet a little scared to step out into the big world. This is a time to capture. I have listed 6 ways to make your Senior photo session a successful one.

1. Bring a few different choices in clothing. I would recommend about 3 clothing changes. Some thoughts would be a casual outfit, a dressy outfit, and maybe something that tells what you did in high school. (ie. cheerleaders uniform or sports jersey)

2. Avoid large patterns! These can add that 10 lbs. But wearing darker colors can take off lbs.

3. Wear sunglasses for a couple photos. You are young and can get away with looking like a movie star!

4. Avoid wearing tank tops unless it is the real you. Tank tops are not real flattering for photos, but if you are known for wearing them then show it off.

5. Girls, put on a fresh coat of nail polish to sharpen up those hands and make them sparkle.

6. Last, but not least.......The most important thing to remember is to Be Yourself! That is the whole point of Senior photos, to capture this milestone in your life. Bring a prop that has been important to you for all these years. Sometimes it can be a pet or maybe just a special gift your were given. This is about you and who you are and have become. Enjoy it!!!

There you have it.....a few tips for your Senior session.  Have a blast saying cheese!!!!

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Remembrance Photography by Terri

What do you want to know?

I have been doing Foto Tip Friday for quite a while and am finding it hard to come up with new information. So, I am asking you, what do you want to know? Send me your comments on what you would like to know about photography, cameras or techniques, photoshop, etc. Help me to help you. Thank you in advance!!!!

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January Newletter

I am about to send out my January Newsletter. You don't want to miss out, because I have put lots of valuable information into this newsletter as well as a special deal that is only for my newsletter readers. This month I am throwing in a free copy of my notes on Aperture. These notes dig deeper into what aperture is and how to use it. Do not miss out. Simply sign up here at my blog. I can't wait to hear from you. 


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Why I do what I do!!

I believe everyone has a gift. A gift they are given to share with others. Some people have the gift of speaking, others of entertaining, and others creating. I have been given a couple of gifts.....well, probably more than a couple but 2 stand out the most. One is the gift of nurturing. I am a mom of 5 and I love them all with all my heart. I love being a mom. It is my favorite job of all. I have been given the opportunity to be a mother to hundreds of kids everyday through a job as a Clerk for Child Nutrition at a local school. I get smiles, and sometimes hugs, and even a "your my favorite". I love being a friendly face for these children every day. My second gift is that of photography. If you have read any of my posts you probably already know how important memories are to me. I love to capture them and look back on them often. I love to do the same for others. I don't do photography to make lots of money, I do it to make lots of memories stay alive. That is why I do what I do. What are your gifts? What do you love to give back to others? Share with me. I would love to know. 

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Foto Tip Friday! My Oops

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What to Wear Wednesday!!!! Newborn Photos

What should your baby wear for his/her first portraits? Or should he/she wear anything at all? Now days newborn photos can be taken in a variety of ways. I remember when my first baby had photos. She was propped up in her prettiest dress with me hiding in the background holding her up while the photographer tried to get her to smile for the camera. Her first photos were when she was 3 months. Newborn photos weren't what they are today. They have become so very popular, I wish I had done it with my own kids.  How do you want the photos of your little darling to be seen 20 years from now? Well, here are a few tips.....

 Take some photos with and without clothes. 

If you are not comfortable with photographing 

your baby without clothes, than down to the diaper. 

You will want to remember every

 inch of them at this size.

 Use a special blanket or scarf instead of clothes. 

This will make the photo even more personal. 

  Make sure Mom and Dad get in the photos as well.  

I suggest they wear something neutral to 

keep the emphasis on your new baby. 

Dad, take a photo with your newborn without your shirt. 

Skin to skin is so sweet!!

  If you want to put clothes on your baby for some of the photos, 

that is totally fine. 

Don't feel like you are the only one who chooses to 

dress your baby when you see so many naked ones out there. hehe.

 I suggest you choose something simple 

without too many frills or big collars. 

These can get in the way of the babies face 

or make your baby uncomfortable. 

 This is my personal opinion, so take it as you wish. 

Never put shoes on a newborn!!!! Why?  

Because their little feet and toes are 

way to precious to not show off.

 Lastly, be sure to bring more than one thing to put your baby in. 

More than likely, you will need to change 

because of the little messes that come with these little sweeties.

There you have it. Some tips for your babies first photos. Remember, just have fun! Don't be stressed if your baby cries. If you have a good photographer, they have put aside lots of time for you to capture your photos. 

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Remembrance Photography by Terri

Digital Backgrounds

When I took my kids for their baby photos, I often took them to a studio that had all these different backdrops that could be pulled down like a shade. My things have changed. Now we have the ability to use digital backdrops. For those who don't know what that is...it is a background that can be put in after the photo is taken in a photo editing software. I do this quite often. I use a white backdrop and add the background later. Here is a couple of examples:

These are the photos I did of my children for school. I love how it turned out. I have so many backdrops in almost any color and pattern. Here are a couple more......

These are a little more colorful, but I have more subtle ones too. They are so fun to work with. I love technology. hehe To see more please feel free to contact me here. 



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