{News} The big Move

Please join me over on the new blog:  

found at  http://www.amandaprattphotography.com/blog/

366 posts before this one, I wrote my very first blog post.  That was 4 years ago today.  That year I started project 366, and it failed miserably, as I often do when I 'plan' projects like that.  I've seen a lot of changes, sometimes slow & painful, but all well worth it. I've seen growth, both in my work & in the children & families I am blessed to shoot. I've made decisions, some that worked, some that didn't.  It's been an amazing journey so far, and I am excited to see what the new year, 2012, has in store for me.

So far there are some pretty awesome things happening, both for business & personal.  I hope this year I give you a better glimpse at me, the artist, the person, the mom.  I hope that my talent continues to grow & I am constantly learning & striving to make this a better adventure. This is the year for purpose, for living life with a purpose, making decisions with a purpose & doing it all with love & dedication.

Today I will be moving the blog over to my website.  This one will stay here in it's place in Blogger land, but this will be my last post here.  When it's all set & ready to roll out, I will be back with a link & redirect you all over there.

Thank you for joining me on one of the most amazing journeys of my life. Thank you for allowing me into your homes & hearts. 

{Scenic} An end of the year Adventure

One of the things you probably don't know about me, unless we've been friends for a while, is that most of my friends growing up were guys. Still to this day one of my best friends is a guy, who isn't my husband (and yes he's aware, and okay with that). We've actually been friends since kindergarten, about 23 years now. This past week we went on a little end of the year adventure, I took some shots, he took some shots (both with different equipment).  I came home with a bag of 'goose & duck' to learn how to cook and a few images to add to my collection & expanding portfolio.

Probably my favorite one from the day. 

 

{Sneak Peek} We're going Back 2 School

This is a special project for me. My oldest started her very first year of school, ever. I knew I wanted to do something special and then I ran across an image from a photo session on Pinterest that inspired me to create a themed "Back to School" session to document this big event for her.

I wanted to include more than just her for the photos though, so I did a little 'model' casting on my Facebook fan page and in the end I had a terrible time deciding which 2 other children to use in the session. I had some input from a few people & ended up choosing Miss J & Mr A to pose with my little Anna for some FUN back to school portraits.

I really love how this came out. The location I chose couldn't have been better either, there was actually a school bus parked there the morning of our session!!!

Now for a little looky at what I came up with. These kids were SO cute together, I look forward to doing a few more themed sessions in the upcoming years.

 I'll be in touch with both mom's later in the week with a gallery link. Thank you so much for the fun and celebrating back to school with us.

{Pricing} 2011 Holiday Portrait Pricing

Fall is almost officially here which means that the holidays are also on there way in.
Time to start thinking about those family portraits. Here are the 2011 Holiday portrait price guides for Amanda Pratt Photography.  Valid October 1st thru December 3rd, 2011.

These are the sessions:

 These are some special 'print' packages:

 Sessions available: Mondays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 7am-6pm, a few select Sundays, other weekday appointments available upon special request.

**Some fine print: The Portrait Collection prices include a 45-minute family session. As always, I do not charge a per person fee, pets are always welcome and there are no limits on the number of poses we create during your session; however, these sessions are meant for family portrait sessions.  These prices are only valid from October 1st through December 3rd, 2011.Tax is not included in the collection price. No size or quantity substitutions are permitted.  Additional prints, print collections, storybooks, wall art, etc may be added to each order.  Payment is expected prior to the scheduled session;  printed products, digital download, etc will not be submitted for processing without full payment.  Other restrictions may apply.

Questions or to get on the books drop me a message: aprattphotog@cot.net or give me a jingle 604.8789 (you can even text me your name & request).

{Entered} Just a Touch of Sun - I Heart Faces

I'm doing something a little different this week for Monday Minute (which I realize, I've been horrible about posting, in fact that whole schedule of things I've got marked on the calender...yea, slacking!!).

I'm entering the I {Heart} Faces weekly photo challenge.  The theme this week is A Touch of Sun.

This photo was entered into the I Heart Faces photo challenge – www.iheartfaces.com

{Services} Wall Displays

So, you just had your portrait session & it's almost time to view your proofs. Have you thought about how you want to display your beautiful family?  Do you know where you're going to put the prints you'll purchase?  What about the sizes? Did you know that I can help you with your wall displays? I will bring sample sizes to your proof sessions as well as a few sample displays using your session images.

Maybe you have an empty wall above a table, in an entry way, hallway, or in the livingroom, we could put together a display like this, using a large print in the center & flanking it with 2 smaller prints.

 

Are you planning your display for a staircase wall?  Let's see what a few of those images would look like together in a pattern that mimics the stairwell.  A collection of prints together, showcasing each part of your family.

 

Is your display place above the fireplace mantel or maybe the entertainment center?  I can show you how your images would come together.

Each display sample can be customized with furniture style, wall color & portrait size. Let me help you showcase your images today.

{Western Lifestyle} A time to sort & send off

I've spent this year working on growing. I did a post about this near the first part of the year. My plan & focus for the year is "Growth"; be it for business, skill, creativity or relationships, etc, it pretty much pulls in every aspect of this life. One of the things I'm doing more of this year is shooting for me. No 'rules', no time limits, no pressure, just shooting what I love.

One of my all time favorite things is the 'western lifestyle'.  I'm working on adding more of that to my portfolio, thankfully, I can pretty much go anywhere in this county and be exposed to that.  Even more than that, is I can go to my teenage "home" and live it, up close & first hand. 

A couple weeks ago, I got up nice & early to head out to the house for a morning of cattle sorting. It was a beautiful morning, the rising sun, much like the setting sun creates gorgeous light. ♥   Here are a few images from that little adventure, starting with the beautiful rising sun. 

 Mr Rowdy, sharing his "Jet-A Fueled" breakfast with Sally, the 'cow dog' (or so she thinks, she's slightly senile in her old age)

 Even the star-thistle & fox-tail looks gorgeous at slightly before 7 a.m.

The calm before the storm.

 And here they come...

One of my favorite shots.

Everyone getting settled.

 In the alley, waiting for the 'in' or 'by' call.

Thankfully, these little 'friends' stayed put while we were out & about.

Doctoring.

 Important tool.

Such a fabulous morning. Excited & ready for the next adventure as well. 

{Real Life} Air Tankers & Helicopters

Summer just wouldn't be summer without seeing some Air Tankers & Helicopters. We are fortunate to live in a wonderful, beautiful, rural area where we can just go out to the base & watch them fly.
Here's a quick peek from yesterday evening.

Have a great Thursday evening. I'm off to photograph a beautiful mother & daughter, for a sunset session.

{NEW} Senior Portrait Collections

It's time to start thinking about getting those Senior Portrait done, yes class of 2012, I'm talking to you!!! 
I have completely revamped my {Senior Collections} to better suit you, my clients.

Every Senior will receive the same awesome basic package, including up to 3 hours of custom photography at multiple locations of your choice (within a 10 mile radius), & unlimited outfit changes.

$400 –

The Premium Collection

- 40 image disc, with personal print release for up to size 5x7

- 100 wallets

- (4) 8x10

- Custom cover, spiral bound proof book

- 15% discount on family & friend orders

$250 –

The Standard Collection

- 10 image disc, with personal print release for up to size 4x6

- 100 wallets

- Small custom cover, spiral bound proof book

$200 –

Basic Collection

Only the session. Prints & products sold a la carte.