Miss Evelyn

Last week Ron had the opportunity to photograph Miss Evelyn.  She brought her prettiest little outfits along and we got so many great expressions from her.  This is a great age to be photographed because her little personality is starting to show and we were thrilled to try and capture it.

What should I wear?

This is probably the most common question we get asked.  It is also one of the most important when it comes to your family portrait.  The right clothing option will give a harmony to your image while the wrong clothing can cause your portrait to look disorganized.

The first step is to decide whether you want something more traditional or casual.  Traditional portraits are usually more formal so darker dress clothes are preferable.  Casual portraits allow for more flexibility but can be harder to coordinate.  When going for a casual look, jeans or khakis will work as long as everyone agrees to one or the other.

While everyone doesn't have to be in the same color, it is preferable that everyone wear something from a similar color palette.  (Ex: all in light colors or all in dark tones)  Also try to avoid big bold stripes or patterns because they can be very distracting.  Keep in mind that dark colors tend to recede in an image and light colors stand out more.  If a large group is all wearing darker tones and one person is in a light shirt, that person will stand out immediately.

The most important part of the portrait is the people in it.  Following these few suggestions ensures that your portrait will focus on the beautiful faces of your family, instead of the shirt they decided to wear that day.

Here are some examples of formal and casual family portraits and the great clothing choices they decided on:

Studio Updates

This is the time of year for us to start updating the studio.  Our plan for this winter/spring is to freshen up our projection room where you come in to view all your beautiful images.  We will also be focusing on building a new set in the camera room as well as painting some new backgrounds.  We are going to post some sneak previews of our updates only on the blog so check back in to see what we're up to.

Pomeranian Pups

Last week Ron got the chance to photograph some adorable Pomeranian puppies and their mom. It was so much fun having them in the studio. And they didn't even pee on any of the backgrounds! We frequently photograph families with their pets, but it's not often that we get to highlight the pets all by themselves.

Milestones

Milestones in a child's life can be celebrated in a variety of ways. It is important to remember to capture each of these cherished stages in a young child's life because they are changing and developing so quickly. Here are a few things to keep in mind when photographing these important moments.

Infants (newborn to 6 weeks)

Infancy is a wonderful time to create family relationship portraits. Some of the strongest images come from parents interacting with their newborn. For this session, some of the images can be skin-on-skin. These can make for some beautiful and timeless black & white portraits.

3-month-olds

By now the baby has mastered smiling. He recognizes Mom’s voice and responds to her cooing. This is a great time to photograph the baby’s little hands, feet, tummy, and a tight close-up of the face. We also like to some relationship portraits with mommy, daddy, and the baby.

6- to 7-month-olds

This is where working with babies really gets fun. These portraits work best when the child is sitting up. This shows the child’s advancement and reflects his interests and personality. This is also a great time for the classic nude shot. A baby sitting bare on a blanket, photographed from above, can make a fantastic image.

1-year-olds

Traditionally, first-year portraits mark an important milestone for parents. You have survived the mental stress of having an infant, the sleepless nights, the frequent feedings and bottle washing, and countless diaper changes. The child is undergoing rapid and exciting developmental changes that foreshadow a more independent future. The perfect time to photograph a child is as soon as he can stand, but before he can walk. This is also a good stage to try outdoor photography.

18 months to 2 years

Some of the best images at this stage happen when the child is busy doing something. A little girl examining a flower and a boy playing with a pull toy are classics. When a toddler gazes up at you, and you capture that soft little look, you are sure to melt your heart.

Taken from an article written by Sandy Puc for Professional Photographer Magazine.

Class of 2011 Models

We are currently looking for Models to represent Wimmer Photography at their high school. Models get photographed in January, February, and March. It's so much fun to have them in this time of year because we get to try out new poses and backgrounds and experiment before the summer. Here is a video of some of our favorite images from the Class of 2010.

Class of 2010

High school senior season has officially begun! Ron has been busy in the camera room and on location and the phones are ringing off the hook. This is such an exciting time of year and everyone has so much fun during their sessions. Here are a few images from our first few sessions...