Sunday, May 25, 2008

Summer is Here!

Yippee! Once the school bell rings for the last time that officially marks the beginning of summer! That means no more threats of snow, no homework and heat! It also means it's "Senior Portrait Time"! :-) Many schools have an early yearbook deadline so don't delay in getting your appointment scheduled! The summer bookings will fill quickly as well as weekend appointments! There's still time to get on the schedule, so call today! And don't forget. . . t-shirts to the first 20 to book and pay for their session!

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Li'l Outlaws

This month's Limited Editions will feature your favorite Cowboy or Cowgirl all dressed up in their western duds. . . Session dates will be May 30 and 31 and need to be booked by May 28. Call today before the sessions fill up! This will be the last Limited Editions session until August!

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Congrats MJH Grads

Last night MJH held it's Graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2008. Devenie Borth received Salutatorian honors and the Valedictorian was Michaela Gleason. In addition, these students rounded out the Top Ten honors: Gunner Cordes, Lissa Crain, Chris Cummings, Taylor Finke, Levi McGee, Margaret Peters, Kelby Ross, and Josie Sims. The Citizenship Award went to Kelby Ross and Michaela Gleason! Congratulations to everyone on your accomplishments!

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Happy Birthday Levi!

Levi turned one! It's always so hard for me to believe how fast the time goes from one session to the next! Levi is one of Baby's First Year babies . . . and he doesn't like the camera much. . . but we did manage to get some smiles. . .



Friday, May 16, 2008

Sisters. . .

And what fun they were. . . don't they look like they just love each other dearly! :-)



Monday, May 12, 2008

Congratulations Graduates!

Graduation is near and soon it will be time for the Class of 2008 to enter a new chapter in your lives! Prairie Images would like to Congratulate all of the graduates and wish you all the Best of Luck with your future plans. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your Senior Year!

Sunday, May 11, 2008

Happy Mother's Day!

Hope everyone has a relaxing Mother's Day today! Maybe the weather will be more cooperative today for those that are enjoying the outdoors! Yesterdy was miserable!

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Lil' Outlaws!

The next Limited Editions session will feature "Lil' Outlaws" all decked out in their favorite Cowboy/Cowgirl attire! So dig out the cowboy hat, boots, chaps, and spurs and get in on this fun session.

This session will be Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31st. Please book your appointments by Wednesday, May 28th. This will be the last Limited Editions until August! The complete 2008 schedule is on the website. The session themes are only used periodically so once one has been used it could be awhile before it is used again! So call today to schedule your session!

Logan came today to help me promote this session! This is just a sampling of how the theme will look.



Sunday, May 4, 2008

Happy Anniversary!

Today marks the 1 Year Anniversary of my studio officially being open. Although I have been in business 4 years, last May was my first official open house in the new studio. Your support this past year has been incredibly exciting! It has been great getting to know people better as well as meeting new people too.

As a token of my appreciation, I am offering a $20 discount on session fees for any regular FAMILY or CHILD session* booked by May 7th and scheduled in October and November. This is a great time to get Holiday Portraits taken an in plenty of time for cards and gift giving!

*This offer cannot be combined with any other promotion or offer and session fee balance must be paid when booking to receive discount!

Limited Editions vs. Full Studio Sessions . . .

I have had some inquiries lately asking about the different things I offer at Prairie Images Photography and one question that is common is the difference in my Limited Editions sessions compared to just a Regular Studio Session.

First . . . Limited Editions sessions are for children only! These sessions are also of a themed nature and they are offered on a "limited" basis periodically throughout the year. Once a theme has been used it may be awhile before it is used again. Occasionally a theme might be one that has the option of props or no props. Be sure to take advantage when that session is offered.

Second. . . Limited Editions sessions are shorter sessions. They are designed to do multiple sessions in a day. These sessions are great for the movers and shakers because they don't like to sit still. Since these sessions are approximately 20-30 minutes and only one image is typically chosen, it keeps the time to a minimum and we can successfully get at least one smile and hopefully keep the experience a positive one. These sessions also make it easier for working parents to hopefully be able to schedule since they are brief.

Third. . . Limited Editions session have no session fees. They also have specially priced packages that are only available with these specials.

Now . . . with the pros of everything . . .there are also a few cons which is when Full Studio session might be a better option.

First . . . Not everyone like "themed" portraits or the theme might not fit their child's personality . . . all the more reason Regular sessions are the better choice. Regular sessions are available at any time so you aren't restricted to certain dates.

Second . . . Full studio sessions allow for an outfit change and sometimes even a different backdrop. Sometimes children are shy and take some time to warm up to the studio setting. Full Studio sessions schedule plenty of time to allow for this. These sessions tend to last an hour or more.

Third . . . Full Studio sessions do have a session fee, however, you also receive more choices in your poses. More time is spent in the editing process and specialty items are only available with these sessions. ex. collages

Regardless of the session that is chosen, you will receive the same high quality photographs. Every session is important to me and I want your experience to be a positive one. I recognize that all children are not comfortable with the camera which is why I offer the options that I do, in hopes that everyone can find a way to have their child photographed in a professional setting!

I hope that answers any questions that might have been lingering. . . if not feel free to drop me an email with any others you might have! The remainder of the 2008 Limited Editions schedule is now in place, but I am always looking for ideas for new themes.

I have also introduced "The Birthday Club" that is a great opportunity for everyone and has more flexibility in the scheduling of the session. It is also not theme based which will allow a much simpler portrait with the option of variety in posing also. If you haven't enrolled, be sure to do so in plenty of time that I can get you the Birthday Coupon in the mail. You will need it to book your session.

Friday, May 2, 2008

Any HandyMan's Out There?

Okay . . . I am not a builder . . . I do not like power tools . . . and I'm in a predicament . . . I have some small projects that I need done and no one to do them . . . sooooo . . . anyone out there interested? I need these projects completed preferably by June. . . so yea I realize that isn't alot of time . . .so anyway . . . if you are interested or know of anyone that might be . . . please contact me!

Thanks!!!

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Happy May Day!

May welcomes us with another day of wind . . . does it ever quit!

To Celebrate May Day I am offering a complimentary session fee to the first person to email or call me booking a CHILD'S session from now until July 31st.

This offer cannot be combined with any other offer or plan and will be subject to package requirements!