Anna. . .Sweet 16 {Kansas Teen Photographer}

Meet Anna!  She is a lovely girl who was a participant in the photogenic contest!  Anna is turning 16 tomorrow and what a great way to celebrate.  Thanks for coming Anna and have a Happy Sweet 16 Birthday!

It's PROM Time. . .

The shopping has begun and pretty soon all the beautiful dresses will be revealed at Prom . . .If you are looking for a prom dress that is still in great condition but not necessarily new. . . Or do you have ones you would like to sell . . . Look here to do both!

Preowned Prom 

Just Random . . .

Oh Happy Day!  Yesterday that Pesky Groundhog cooperated with us and alas Spring is on it's way. . . EARLY!  In fact with today's heatwave already in progress and mother nature giving the wind a rest, we are supposed to hit a whopping 27 degrees today!

I reported last week that I have a bathroom sink again . . . WELL . .. now I have a toilet too!  I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel with this bathroom project.  Maybe there is a reason it took two years to start it.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. . . Be sure to remember that special someone in your life . . . it might not be a very pleasant day if you don't!  

Maybe just maybe I will get my Christmas tree down this weekend. . . It was suggested to just put hearts on it and call it a Valentine Tree. . . But in order to do that I'd have to "undecorate" it first. . . if I do that it's done!  :-)

And Lastly . . . Did you know that over 90% of all images taken on today’s digital cameras are NEVER PRINTED?  I'm assuming this is referencing the consumer side of the photography industry. . . wouldn't it be sad to think of all those professional images just sitting on a disk somewhere and never being printed for people to view in your home . . .

Have a great day everyone . . . Stay Warm.  . and remember SPRING IS COMING!!! :-)

Still hunting. . .

Prairie Images is still brainstorming . . . Here is my updated list!  If you have anything from it or know of someone that does, let me know!  prairieimages@gmail.com 


Papasan Chair preferably w/solid neutral cushion
Old (school) Volleyball Net
Old School Lockers(in good shape)
Coca Cola or other soda crates
Tall Wooden Double Doors (white preferred. . . peeling paint is GREAT)
Bi-fold/Tri-fold Louvered Doors
House Shutters(need taller ones most)
Old Wood Doors(unfinished is fine)
Gazebo
Old velvety wingback chair (blues, purples or maybe red)
Leather Wingback Chair(brown tones)
Old Wash Basin w/ Pitcher(fairly large bowl needed)
Unique Chairs(Wood, odd shaped, Classic, etc)
Fake green plants and Ivy(need lots)
Fake Trees
Door Beads
An old Rusty 50's style pickup! preferably green/brown tones(I know I'm dreaming)
Old Wood(tongue and groove type barnwood is preferred)

Out of State license plates--any year is fine!
Old road signs
Live Plants(grasses/flowers) if you are thinning yours!
Bamboo Pieces(real or fake)
Rock from ponds/garden areas(all kinds)
Old steps still intact(wood or metal is great)
Faux Tin Tiles(decorator kind)

Old vinyl bench seat from old truck/pickup
Old gas pump(the more rustic the better)
Beach Things(surf board/skiis/nets)
Wood Snow Fence
Metal Ornate Arbor walk through or with gate(no bench)
Black Metal Fencing(ornate is great)
Chain Link Fence Panels or Gates
Mosquito Netting
Faux Fur Rugs(fairly large)
Wood Laminate Flooring(Left overs from projects is perfect)

We Have a Winner!!!

The final tally is in for the Teen Photogenic contest!  We had a great response and I appreciate everyone taking the time to vote! 

Our first place winner is contestant #1.  She will receive a session and a print package valued at $300.00

Our second place winner was contestant #5.  She will also receive a session and a print package valued at $150.00

Every contestant that entered will receive a $25.00 Gift Certificate good towards a future session.  Thanks ladies for taking the time to enter!  I will be contacting the winners soon to set up their session and the gift certificates will be mailed out soon!

Stay tuned to the blog for more future fun and to see the results of the sessions from the winners!

Rattle & Roll . . .

Prairie Images Photography introduces the Rattle & Roll program.  This plan is perfect for all the new babies out there and a great way to capture the milestones of that first year!  You don't want to miss those precious moments and photographs will let you remember them forever!  Babies are being enrolled now for this special pricing plan only for Rattle & Roll members! A professional studio experience awaits you and your new baby. .. call today for more details or to enroll in the Rattle & Roll program.  620-629-5677

Teen Photogenic Contest!

It's time for another vote! Seven teens ages 13-16 entered my most recent contest!  Each entrant was asked to send me their favorite "snapshot" that showed their photogenic nature.

Now it is time for the voting to begin! Click the number in the poll to the right that you are voting for.  The First Place winner will receive a Complimentary session and a portrait package valued at $300.  Second place will also receive a session and a portrait package valued at $150.  Each contestant who entered will receive a $25.00 gift certificate good towards a future session.  Good Luck ladies and let the voting begin!

Voting will end on Wednesday, January 26th at 11:59 p.m.  

Contestant #1

Contestant #2

Contestant #3

Contestant #4

Contestant #5

Contestant #6

Contest #7