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Love, Anticipation and Excitement in Portraiture
Erika and Mark called to schedule a maternity photography portrait session. When they arrived, we talked about their thoughts on the session. After deciding on wardrobe and colors, we get ready for the photography. The three of us talked about … Continue reading
Child Photography
If you’re a Parent, and you want to see how much energy your toddler/young child has, schedule a studio portrait session! As a photographer it just amazes me how much energy kids have. If only we could bottle that … Continue reading
Portrait Photography Dilemma – Solved!
Families are becoming more “transient” as time goes by. Meaning, as family members move for job opportunities more frequently now. Most every Christmas, my wife’s brother, his wife and two boys join us for Christmas day. This year due to … Continue reading
New Portrait Photography Backdrop Becomes Name Badge
In an earlier post I talked about my new brick wall backdrop. At a resent event, my good friend Donald Wayne McLeod pointed out my name badge was missing. I actually forgot to bring it. So Donald Wayne suggested putting … Continue reading
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Tagged Commercial, Event, Executive, Head Shot, photography, portrait
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A Suggestion Made About My Recent Photography Studio Newsletter!
In the A Thomas Image studio E-Blast for October 2012, I mentioned a new brick backdrop. A friend of mine asked: “Why didn’t you include a picture of the new backdrop”? I actually thought about doing just that, but I … Continue reading
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Tagged family, high school, Infant, kids, photography, portrait, school, senior
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Kids Sports Photography Is Such Fun
There used to be an old saying in Hollywood: “Never work with Kids or Pets!” Occasionally I feel that way with kids. As studio photographers we’ve all had our share of child melt-downs that cause Mom & Dad embarrassment and … Continue reading
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CLASS OF 2013 PORTRAIT SPECIAL
Package consists of: • 1-hour studio sitting • 1 – 8X10 Color print on premium paper • 2 – 5X7 Color prints on premium paper • 16 – Wallets on premium paper imprinted with student’s first name and graduation year … Continue reading
The “Scattered Family” Portrait Photography
When’s the last time you actually had the entire family together in one room? If you’re like most today, you have family members living in multiple states. Or if you’re like me, I still live in my home-town, but my … Continue reading
Having Photography Fun With An Oversized I-Phone
Recently some of my business friends and I promoted our businesses during the local holiday lighting ceremony. Since this was the first time anyone exhibited during the event and our location was somewhat remote, no one was sure what … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Portrait, Wedding
Tagged children, family, high school, photography, portrait, wedding
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High School Senior Portrait Photo Session
Portrait Session for high school senior Carry. Let’s think back to our senior year of high school. … Continue reading
Portrait Of A Graphic Artist/Illustrator
Let me introduce you to John. He is a graphic designer and illustrator. We both belong to the same business growth network. As we were discussing some new marketing materials for John’s studio, I suggested he consider a new headshot. … Continue reading
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Tagged business, Commercial, Head Shot, photography, portrait
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Jennifer’s Portrait Session
Jennifer is a marketing and sales professional with a local corporation. She wanted to expand her portfolio and came to the studio for a sitting. We worked with several different outfits and tried several different poses. Here are a couple … Continue reading
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Tagged business, Commercial, Head Shot, photography, portrait
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Birthday Party Celebration And Underwater Photography
Take a special event like a child birthday, a swimming pool, a hot summer day and what do you have? A great opportunity to photograph kids underwater. I recently photographed one such birthday party. I arrived in advance of … Continue reading
Bye, Bye – Photograph
A collage of Cindy. My friends told my wife and I on May 20, 2011 they lost their dear Cindy. Bye, bye – enjoy an eternity of doggy treats.
A Thomas Image Announces Portrait Package Winner.
Sue Muller has just won a portrait package that includes a 1-hour studio sitting and an 8 X 10 color print! The portrait package was a prize offered by A Thomas Image at the Mom’s Nite Out event at Great … Continue reading
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Tagged Berkshire High School, high school, photography, portrait, senior
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Lexi’s Family Portrait Session
If you thought you saw this post before, you’re mistaken. That was Cindy! Although Lexi and Cindy look a lot alike, they’re not the same. Cindy is a Maltese and Lexi is a Maltese-Poodle. Lexi’s Mom (aka owner), wanted to … Continue reading
Heather and Ashlee’s Portrait Session
If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times: “I hate having my picture taken!” Trust me, the more you put up the fight in front of the camera, the harder it will be to create artistic results. … Continue reading
Infant/Baby Photography, What Rewards!
There’s an old saying in Hollywood: Never work with Kids or Pets. I suppose the same holds true for portrait photography. But, you know what? When the results are good, they’re real good! Wouldn’t you agree?
Get Photographed On A Super Sized I-Phone
A lot of folks are getting tired of the cold and snow here in northeast Ohio. Why not put the bad weather out of your mind and have some fun with your digital camera or smart-phone. A Thomas Image will … Continue reading
Posted in Business/Marketing, Portrait
Tagged children, family, high school, photography, portrait
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Family Portrait Photography Sitting
Jen and Brian came into the studio with their 5 month old daughter Marin for a family portrait sitting. Kids can be rather unpredictable when it comes to photography, but Marin was just a good as she is cute! You … Continue reading
Santa Photography – Just For Kids?
A local chamber friend of mine, Tracy, is very active with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. A trip of the camera shutter to her for all the work she does. And I mean she does a lot of work for … Continue reading
Candlelight Ball 2010 Portrait Photography
The Western Reserve Junior Service League is a wonderful group of women in northeast Ohio working to raise monies for local charities and social service organizations. Each year they hold their “black tie” event the Candlelight Ball. What a great … Continue reading
Family Photography
My sister’s childhood friend brought her entire family into the studio over the holiday. What a great family get-together!
Kids Portrait Photography Session
OK. can I get 1 child to sit calmly to create their portrait? Maybe. How about 2? Let’s push for 3. Oh hey, let’s go all out and try 4. Can you believe I actually got these results??
Doggy Photography – Part 2
A couple more pet portraits from the WRMRRM Adopt-A-Pet photography session on Sunday.
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Doggy Photography
The Western Reserve Model Railroad Museum in Mentor, Ohio sponsored “Adopt-A-Pet” to support the Lake County Humane Society. See some of the attendees! Still time to visit today 10:00a.m. till 6:00 p.m.
James' senior portrait sitting.
Here are a few images from James senior portrait sitting. Hop you enjoy them.
Cassandra's portrait photography session.
I hope Cassandra enjoyed her sitting as much as I enjoyed creating her portrait!
Cindy's portrait session.
My friends Diana and Mike brought their little darling Cindy into the studio for her portrait session. I’m happy to share some images with you!
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Professional Head Shot – Just VAIN?
Why do people use head shots? After all we’re not all actors. Isn’t it just a case of thinking too much about one’s self? Today employers are using social media in their recruiting process. Many professional people are using social … Continue reading
Coffee Table Photography
Here it is! Whether you want to show off your portraits, high school senior, wedding or showcase your business to customers, a Coffee Table Photography Book is the way to do just that! The book is 10X10 with 20 panels … Continue reading
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His First Photography Session!
Mom’s little guy comes in for his first photo session.
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Young Adults Steppin Out!
High Shool seniors are a blast to photograph. They don’t have inhibitions like adults. They are willing to bring in their props and have fun. I hope you enjoy these.
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MY HANDS, MY HANDS, WHERE DO I PUT MY HANDS??
If there’s one thing in this world that makes me exxxxtreeeeemely nervous – it’s going to the dentist! When I get in the chair, my body goes rigid. Often I can see that same nervousness when people come into the … Continue reading
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What Does Your Social Networking Photo Say About You?
How cool, you’re on several social networks now. Everyone knows what you’re thinking. You’ve posted photos about your pet and your trip to the cottage. Your list of “friends” keeps growing. You’re really on your way. Hey you even managed … Continue reading
Top Ten Reason To NOT Have Your Portrait Done?
As a portrait photographer lots of excuses have been given to NOT have a portrait created. One of these MUST apply to you – right? 10. Someone might see your portrait and think you look great! 9. You might get … Continue reading
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