Senior guys! They are great to photograph because they’re usually so relaxed and it’s a change of pace for me.
I have to say that I’m honored to find out that I was selected by Connor and selected to be his photographer based on one thing we have in common: I have a degree in environmental design (architecture) and he wants to study environmental design. Who’d a thunk that my degree would come into play in this way??
Connor’s enthusiasm was great and I enjoyed talking to his mom and brother while we shot. And my favorite part was getting to know them better over dinner at Niko Niko’s after the photo session. We had a great time!
I’m excited to share with you some life-changing news
Long story short: In June, I’ll be joining the J. Cogliandro Photography team! In addition to being the daily Production Manager, I’ll also be an associate photographer for Mr. Cogliandro who is internationally recognized in the industry and an award-winning photographer. This opportunity will allow me to hone my photography skills, work on a team and travel throughout the country. I’m beyond honored that I was asked to join this team and it’s the only reason I would ever consider anything other than Karelle Photography.
The Details
What does this transition mean for all my faithful clients like you? First of all, I’m not closing up the Karelle Photography shop just yet!
I’ll be honoring all the committments that I’ve made for 2013 and 2014, nothing will change there. In order to do this in a way that works for everyone, the process/procedures/etc. will be simplified and uniform for everyone. I must simplify the process in order to keep track of everything and to do the best job that I can for you.
The new policy is that there is only one session fee of $175, no matter what kind of session it is. The session fee is required in order to book the day and time for your session. At that time we will also schedule your in-person ordering session which will take place about 2 weeks after the portrait session. My goal in all this is to continue to serve you while keeping things simple since I’ll be working on my own time for your portrait sessions.
The goal is for me to eventually start up the portrait business under J. Cogliandro Photography and then I’ll be available during more normal hours for your portrait sessions. I’m excited to continue working with you and seeing your children grow.
A great opportunity for you……a digital files sale!
For the first time ever I’m pulling out all the past files and making them available.
-ALL SESSIONS 2007 through 2013 (including engagement and bridal sessions) are 1/2 off for $600!
-MINI-SESSIONS in 2013 are $300!
A few last thoughts
I want to thank so many of you for giving me the opportunity to document you and your families over the past 6 years. As always, I’m available by email, phone, and in person if you have any questions at all, and I’ll be in my studio until mid-June.
I’ll continue posting Karelle Photography sessions on my blog and Facebook page.
And if you’re on Instagram, come follow me! username: diannamontoya
This is not good-bye! I’m just moving down the road, that’s all!
Sincerely,
Dianna
One of the most frequently asked questions is “what is your favorite type of portrait session?” And I have to say that shooting seniors is one of my all time favorite things. Why? Because we can do some more fashion-type photography and I can also put them up in odd places that wouldn’t work with newborns 😉
It’s always awesome when I get senior clients that are guys and that are also game for anything creative or odd that I may come up with. We shot until the sun went down!
It’s exciting to get to know new clients and I always learn something new from each person I meet. Through our conversations I learned about different types of cloth types – they really know what they’re talking about! I finally learned what gangnam and chambray are. Oliver and his mom were great to work with!
Sometimes it doesn’t work out for me to be able to shoot the wedding but we can definitely schedule to shoot the bride’s bridal portrait. Thankfully Emi’s dress came in early enough that we were able to schedule her portrait session while she was in town. Emi was excited and ready to go when I showed up and it was smooth sailing. Originally we were going to do only an indoor shoot but we ended up also adding an outdoor segment. And I’m so thankful we went outside!
It all started with a simple inquiry to shoot their wedding. It continued with a meeting, then the engagement session, and then the wedding. And now? Their baby’s newborn photography session! It’s awesome to be a part of a family’s greatest life moments. I get to watch from the front row!
This sweet little girl showed up at the studio and made us work for her sleeping shots. But we eventually got there. We got the cutest shots both awake and asleep. Thanks precious little girl!