Palm Beach Photographer | Charles Jamieson Law
I've had several local businesses contact me lately about head shots for new marketing material and/or web sites. I guess everyones in the midst of rebranding (I'm always in the midst of it....) It's not something I specialize in, but I'm willing to photograph what a client requests if I'm capable of it. Regardless of the session type, I always try to create an image that matches my style. This isn't your typical blue background head shot, its better ;) (toot, toot) I think it shows a more contemporary and approachable head shot.
Mr. Jamieson is a family law attorney in West Palm Beach and has been practicing for over 28 years. Based on my encounter with Mr. Jamieson, he is passionate about his clients and believes in the service he provides. He was easy to get along with and was open to the suggestions I had.
Here's a single sneak peak:
Palm Beach Photographer | Another year, another logo
I'm sure you've heard of "Another day, another dollar." In my case, it's "Another year, another logo." I've changed my logo... five times, I think. I honestly can't remember. This whole self discovery, be who you are, brand who you be thing has taken me on a never ending journey of finding what I love. What sessions do I enjoy the most, what does the public perceive as my best work, does my logo appeal to who I am trying to market to, does my overall brand speak highly of myself and what I have to offer.... the questions go on and on and on...
My best work is also what I enjoy the most. I love making women feel empowered and I've found that three sessions in particular do just that. Boudoir, maternity, and newborn. Funny mix, I know, I've been told a time or two. But for me it all makes sense.
- Boudoir showcases your power, beauty, vulnerability, lust, love, sex appeal, emotions, and desires... it's intoxicating.
- Many people refer to pregnant women as the most beautiful. To carry a piece of yourself and the person you love, the anticipation, the excitement of picking out names, bedding, clothes, and strollers. Most of all, knowing you love that baby with all of your being and you haven't even met yet. That's empowering.
- Here's where people get lost. How does newborn fit in to making women feel empowered? Well, after I rock your new additions first photo shoot and you show off the pictures to your friends, family, co-workers, strangers at the super market.... they'll all tell you how beautiful your baby is and how you did a wonderful job. You'll brag about your newbie and never feel bad about it!
This is what I love, this is who I am. These are the sessions I get giddy over. Of course, I love other sessions and weddings as well but these three are my main market.
There's actually a discussion in a photography group I am part of about this very subject. Should we as photographers separate our specialities so we don't offend anyone? Will the boudoir photographs I have in my gallery offend the soon to be mom that is viewing my work for her maternity and newborn sessions? Will the newborn photographs turn off the bride that wants me to document her most important day of her life? Personally, I don't think it will. We (photographers) each have an ideal client that we want to work with and I've been extremely lucky to have had so many wonderful clients. As a client you need to love my work because I am my work and if you don't love it, you won't love me. I've used this analogy in the past; Your photographer is like a weddings dress. Your dress needs to be a perfect fit and you need to fall in love with it, because if you don't you won't shine. If you don't love your photographer, you won't shine either.
I stumbled on my designer through another friend photographer that she did some work for. Rachel from Beyond Bliss Design has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She's creative, fast, determined, and hard working. I'm a very indecisive person, she's had to deal with that for not only the logo design but the blog redesign. I love it. I really, truly do Rachel. She took my crazy combination of specialties and showcased them with a design that would appeal to all AND was able to add in the vintage, organic, clean look that I love. Thank you for listening to me :) I've had a lot of compliments and I hope I can send some fellow photog's your way! While you're here take a look around and leave your thoughts in the comments section. I'd love to hear it!
Lets wrap this grammy award speech up. My self discovery journey isn't over yet but this is who I strive to be. I want to be the photographer that makes women feel and look beautiful. I'm not a female rights activist by any means, but I do believe in the empowerment of being a woman. We're kind of a big deal is this world.
A few other changes worth mentioning: I've changed my client proofing software. I had a few complaints about the flash site not loading, so I found something better and easier for orders. Those that had galleries on the flash site, they're still there. I've moved two to the new site, so check your email! Also, I've updated my post-session preview appointments and I have something fabulous in store for you. Ever wonder what your photographs would look like on your wall before you bought them? I can make it happen :)
I'm looking for a local non-profit to do some volunteer shoots for. Some of my long time fans know I attempted to start "Portraits for Heros" while living in South Carolina but the economy was at its worst and I didn't have the support I needed. I'd love to get involved, so please pass my information along if an event, tribute, or family in need needs some pick-chas. I've been involved in Shriners Hospital (Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star through USA Dance), Breast Cancer (Images for a Cure), Light the Night (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society), and Wounded Warriors.
Good night!
Palm Beach Boudoir Photography | Casting Call!
Hello doll face! I'm taking on a project to create a boudoir posing guide. The purpose of the guide is to aid my lovely clients during their sessions. I do whatever it takes to make my lady clients feel at ease during their session. The words I hear the most are something along the lines of- I have no idea what I'm doing, I don't know how to pose and I've never done anything like this before. I do my best to reassure the beauties that there's no pressure and I'll coach them through the whole session. I get down on the ground and show the poses I'm coaching, but wouldn't it be fabulous to have a guide and SHOW you a picture of exactly what I'm describing to you? Yes! Yes it would be fab, which is why I'm putting together a posing guide.
What I'm looking for:
- 4-6 ladies to pose for my guide, willing to authorize public use of the images
- I'd love to open this casting call to soccer moms, curvy ladies, the girl next door, and the aspiring model. I think it would be added goodness to showcase the beauty of women, every shape and size.
- passion and the complete desire to be fully involved in this project.
How to get involved:
- Email shootme@miroredimages.net with a brief description of why you want to be a part of this project, what boudoir means to you, and how you think you'd benefit from this session.
- Include a head shot, height, weight and hobbies/interests.
- Include your availability for the next three weekends and for the dates March 19-25,
If you get casted, what to expect:
- You must provide your own props and wardrobe.
- A one day shoot with ladies rotating through their mini-sessions.
- Professional hair and make up may be available for a fee, depending on the date chosen. If it is not available on set, you will be responsible for having it professionally done prior to arriving.
- Aside from the printed boudoir guide, you can expect your images to be used for other promotional items including web site and facebook.
- Discounted product orders for 14 days following the session.
Not everyone who applies will get asked to participate. I have limited spaces and I'm casting for specific (but different) looks.
Thanks ladies!
Palm Beach Photographer | {Mini} Munchkin Photo Sesh
After an impromptu rally of the kids we headed west just in time for some nice golden sun. I wanted to practice playing with sun and my sister in law also wanted me to teach her some basics. What's better to photograph than a group of rambunctious kids? Gavin (my son) is cousins with Kate. Taylor (Gavin's future wife) and Austin came along with their friend Brian and aside from the croc sightings and a few ant bites I think we did alright!
Facebook is really starting to butcher my uploads. These are the same sneaks from the fan page but the quality is much better.
Palm Beach High School Photographer | Tahira
I met Tahira and her grandmother through my LivingSocial deal. Tahira was awesome to photograph and came with a ton of ideas to incorporate into her session. She's a talented volleyball and basketball player, and a very sweet girl. I look forward to making you one of my senior reps in 2014 ;)
Palm Beach Child Photographer | Ella {8 months + Holiday Session}
Miss Ella! I photographed Ella as a newborn and at 3 months and now again at 8 months. To save Ella from the pain of having her pictures taken again next month we also threw in some Holiday themed sets. I love brainstorming with moms (and dads) on what to wear and what props to incorporate. Ella is a total diva and deserved to be photographed as one. The sun hat, scarf, and lacy skirt were screaming South Beach Baby and I love it!
I still have time slots available for my mini sessions, so hurry it up and book!
Palm Beach Photographer | FREEBIE pin-up shoot
Yep, you got it! You're not dreaming, you're really seeing it... a free pin-up shoot.
Beauty by Jennifer Cruz and Mirrored Images are coming together to offer one lucky dame the opportunity to play dress up, sexify her image, and feel ah-may-zing!
What's included?
A pre-session brain storm with yours truly, professional pin-up style hair and make up on location, up to an hour of camera time, and a HOT 11x14 print from the session. Of course you will want more than just one print, so all other images will be placed in a secure gallery for two weeks where you may order from. This is a $450 value!!!
How?
It's simple! Become a fan of Mirrored Images and Beauty by Jennifer Cruz on facebook (just follow the links). Then leave a comment here saying you completed Step #1.
Post on your facebook page the following announcement, "I just entered the Pin-Up Give-Away by @Mirrored Images & @Beauty By Jennifer Cruz, please go to BOTH fan pages, "like" them, and leave a comment on Mirrored Images wall saying I sent you. I will win if I get the most likes!"
PLEASE BE SURE WHEN YOU POST ON YOUR STATUS THAT MIRRORED IMAGE AND BEAUTY BY JENNIFER CRUZ ARE LINKED TO THE FAN PAGES{The "@" symbol in front of the fan page title will insure this}.
ALL ENTRIES WILL BE VERIFIED, YOU MUST BE A FAN OF BOTH PAGES AND ALL VOTERS MUST BE A FAN OF BOTH PAGES IN ORDER TO QUALIFY!!!!
All ladies who enter that do not win will be invited to participate the day of the shoot, at a discounted rate of $350.... $100 savings as a "thank you" for entering the contest.
Voting will be open until 8/12/22 @ midnight. You have 9 days to rack up as many votes as possible... ready? set? GO!!!!!
{Hair and make up on promo picture displayed was not done by Jennifer Cruz to see examples of her pin-up work please go to her web site}
Palm Beach Photographer | Hot Rod - Hot Chic {Pin Up Shoot}
Calling all hot Palm Beach females(especially tattooed/modified ladies)! This is your chance to get some HOT pictures for a very low price. $170 for the session which includes professional pin up style hair and make up (from an artist who specializes in it) and 45 min's in front of the camera! {You're saving $$130!!!} You'll also get a private viewing gallery on my web site and you can order as many of these hot pics as your little heart desires! The reason for this discount? I'm wanting to build my portfolio with shoots that are more my style.
The theme is hot rods and hot chics. This will be a mini marathon and each girl will get her own time to shine in front of the camera. July 24th starting in the morning and booking in one hour increments. Location and further information will be given upon receiving your deposit ($50). Please email me shootme@mirroredimages.net to set up your time. First come first serve!!
Palm Beach Photographer | Promotional Pictures of yours truly ....
Gahhhh!!! So cliche, but I HATE having my picture taken. I can pose you, no matter what body type or features you're rockin' but I can NOT pose myself. /sigh. Okay, now that I had my tantrum.
Along with the new branding I am also getting all new material printed and I've included a section about me. First, I'm horrible at writing about myself. Second, I'm horrible at getting my picture taken. So I asked my darling friend Eric to photograph me today. Eric taught me a lot about photography and now he's a *retired* photographer so I was stoked when he agreed to do this for me. I wanted to kill two birds with one stone so I figured I would bring my mini man along and get some pictures of us together. I've never had professional pictures taken of us together. HYPOCRIT! Yes, I know. I guess I'm so critical of myself because I do this professionally.
Anyway, we battled with drive-bys, wind, wanting to do sun flares, and the heat. Oh and we fed a stray kitten. But I'm happy with the outcome. But just for the record, if you ever go to Forest City.... don't dress like me. You'll get weird looks.
PS- If you've followed me on Facebook you know I am now offering a discount to tattooed/modified brides. I am tattooed, so I can get away with profiling! And I think women who are tattooed are beautiful. The weddings of modified couples are always a TON of fun, which adds to my reason to wanting to build my portfolio with expressive and unique individuals. Email me about the details if you're interested.
PPS- I'm setting up a day for a mini pin-up marathon. I use the term pin-up loosely. I'm not setting up the typical sets. It's going to be hot rods, hot chics (inked preferably), and hot outfits. This will not be a boudoir/pin up type session. I'm working on finding a make up artist who can do pin-up styles. Email me for details and to put your name on the list. Slots are on a first come first serve basis.
So on to the photos! (Hair & Make up by Katie Cotton, Photography by Eric Mack, Lighting by Eric + Gavin, Editing by Me.)
And heres some of my crew! LOL
My FAILED attempt at a sun flare!
Palm Beach Wedding Photographer | Summer Wedding Specials!
Do you know someone that's getting married and they haven't been able to find a photographer yet? We all know the economy is tough right now and planning a wedding means pinching pennies. I am a firm believer that photography is one of THE most important parts of a wedding, not because I am a photographer but because I feel that spending your money on everything else isn't worth it if you don't have quality photographs to remember it.
REFERRALS ::: If you refer someone who books their wedding with Mirrored Images, you will get $50 CASH! Or you can be on the street team and get discounted session fee's and free products!! Read more here.... I'm also offering finders fee's to those who refer portrait sessions to me! Ask me about it :)
To celebrate the summer, wedding season, and my relocation back to Palm Beach I am offering two pretty stellar wedding specials.
Option 1: One Photographer for up to 6 hours of wedding day coverage and a complimentary e-session for $1000!! This also includes digital retouching of the images you order and an online proofing gallery. Savings of $400
Option 2: One Photographer for up to 6 hours of wedding day coverage, a complimentary e-session, and a DVD of high resolution images for $1800. This also includes digital retouching of the images on your DVD and an online proofing gallery. Savings of $400
Add-ons:
Flush mount wedding albums (6x6, 9x9, or 12x12).
Print packages.
Canvas gallery wraps.
E-session guest book (have your guests sign a unique and personalized guest book at your wedding).
Photobooth at reception.
And much more!
$1,000... really?? Yes, really.
Book now, I will only accept a limited amount of contracts for this price. Your deposit and signed contract must be received by September 17, 2011. Promotion only valid for weddings within 50 miles of Palm Beach County. Destination weddings and locations out of range will incur a travel fee.