The Silver Image Photography Adventures

Hunter

Today one of our favorite families came in for portraits.  We can't believe that it's already time for Hunter's 18 month portraits.  It seems like it was just recently that we photographed Chris and Janis's wedding, then Hunter's 2 week old portraits... then a year.  I think it's true what they say about time flying faster and faster the older you get.  Of course, we couldn't resist posting a few of our favorites. Look for the teddy bear set in an upcoming children's portrait special called "Tin Tiles & Teddy Bears"! 

Photographers... the tin tiles are handmade by us!  They will be available for puchase soon!  Let us know of you're interested!

Inspiration from a coffee cup...

If you’ve ever been to Disney World you were probably awestruck by the shear enormity of it. The magic and creativity of it is like being sucked into a perfect alternate universe.  Every detail has been planned, and every cast member carefully coordinated.  It’s been described as the “happiest place on earth” for a good reason.  It’s hard for me to imagine how something that brings so much joy and delight to such a large number of people worldwide was all done through the vision of one man… Walt Disney. 

On a recent trip to Disney we learned a little about how the Disney vision started.  He was a man that started from nothing.  Leaving home at 16 to join the army or find work, Disney ended up instead venturing into several animation related businesses.  In 1928 Disney found himself starting all over again after the company he worked for (greedy for profits) decided they could somehow make the animated movies without him. Because most of his creative team was contracted staff of this company, he was forced to strike out on his own.  So, on a train ride Disney began to draw.  He drew a mouse… a mouse that would one day become the most famous mouse in the world.  He based the character on a mouse he had adopted as a pet while working in a Kansas City studio.  Walt originally named him Mortimer. This name was changed by his wife Lillian sometime later to the character known today as Mickey Mouse! 

So, each morning I have coffee from my favorite cup that I got in Disney World.  On the inner rim it says, “…it was all started by a mouse.”  Frankly, it inspires me.  It reminds me that a great man started from nothing but creativity and a pencil drawing of a little mouse.  He won 26 Academy Awards out of the 59 times he was nominated and today, The Walt Disney Company grosses over 35 billion dollars annually.  Sometimes all of us need encouragement, inspiration, and a little push to keep going when success and greatness seems so far away.  I repeat the words in my head and remember that it was all started by a mouse.

Baby Joisa

Neil & Vanessa Tied the Knot!

Neil and Vanessa finally tied the know this weekend at beautiful Ashelynn Manor in Magnolia, TX.  The day started out stormy but by the time the couple said their 'I do's' the rays of sun came peeking through the clouds to give them the most gorgeous afternoon.  You know what they say about rain on your wedding day... that it's good luck! I hope it brought this wonderful couple lots of luck, love and happiness for their life together.  Congratulations guys!  We can't wait for you to see the rest of your images! 

 

 

New Wallpaper

Ok, so normally if someone suggested I put up wallpaper I would tell them no way! It ends up looking like a 70's outdated nightmare 2 years later and it's an all day job to scrape it off the wall and change it.  Paint... it's easy and changeable and EASY! Well, we have joined the dark side and put up wallpaper in the studio. It's unusual and fabulous though (which is the only reason I agreed to it). It's unfinished wallpaper with a raised plaster-like texture on it. Once it dries we will be able to faux paint it to be exactly what we want AND we didn't have to go through the hassle of plastering the wall.  So, here are some photos of our work in progress. We should have it finished sometime in the next 2 weeks :)

 
Nala the "wallpaper supervisor"
 
  
 

Ashelynn Manor Open House Free Session Winners!

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Ashelynn Manor Open House! We had such a blast meeting all of you.  Here are the winners of the FREE SESSION drawing we did at out booth! You may use this session on Bridal or engagement portraits with us. *must be completed by August 30, 2010.

First Place:  FREE SESSION + $50 to spend on portraits!
Brooke Boswell & Mark Paulson

Second Place: FREE SESSION
Catherine Jellison & Joseph Reznicek 

Thrid Place: FREE SESSION
Natalie Kent & Travis Stoltman 

 

Forth Worth & SNOW!!

Wednesday, we traveled to Ft. Worth to speak at the Ft. Worth Professional Photographers Guild about our studio's baby program.  Thanks so much for inviting us! We had a blast! It's wonderful to get to meet new people and to be able to share ideas that might help someone else. We even got the chance to check out Dwanye Lee's studio (Southern Flair Photography) on our way out of town. It was a real treat!

While we were in Ft. Worth we unveiled out latest studio product (great for photographers and mommies)... our baby headbands and hats.  These will soon be available for purchase online through Etsy (the coolest craft website EVER).

 

The super cool bonus of our trip to Ft. Worth is being there on the day that they got record snowfall!  It started slowly around 5am and by the time we left the area everything was COVERED IN WHITE! Being from Houston (where we rarely get snow) this was a HUGE treat for us! We didn't bring proper jackets, my shoes were soaked through with snow from walking all over to get photos and it was by far one of the most amazing things to see.  The photos really don't do it justice.

 

 
 

Senior 10 Hour Session Sale!!

So, it's time for our super-dooper-awesome 10 HOUR SENIOR SESSION SALE! Call anytime between 10am and 8pm on Monday, February 15th to book your senior photo shoot for only $25!! This is the best price all year and will only be offered for ONE DAY!! We will probably be swamped with calls for the sale again this year so if you get our voicemail, please leave us a message with your info and let us know that you are interested in the 10 Hour Sale.  We will get back to you within 24 hours to arrange your photo shoot.

Choose between 2 sessions:
The Basic- 3 clothing changes (in-studio only)  Regularly $75
The Next Big Thing- 4 clothing changes (indoor/outdoor)  Regularly $150

*session fee is non-refundable. Session fee is due at the time of booking to hold your session time. Visa and Mastercard are accepted by phone.  Session may be book M-F during normal business hours.
 

Host a GLAM Party

Good ol' Mushy Love Day is right around the corner. (At least that's what us slightly jaded single girls call it, lol!!) This year, make your friends feel like a million bucks! Host a GLAM Party at our studio!!  There's always lots of hootin' hollerin' and good times to be had when a fun group of girls gets together for something thrilling!  We have great hostess incentives! You provide the guests, we provide the fabulous photos, munchies and fun!  Call the studio to arrange your party.

Class of 2010 Studio Reps Wanted!

 

We are looking for studio ambassadors (representatives) for the class of 2011 (that’s YOU)!! By doing a few things to help us bring people in, you get great program perks AND the chance to earn lots of FREE senior portraits!!

Ambassador Perks:

FREE senior session (Regularly $75-$150)

20% off your portrait order

FREE Images for Facebook

Earn FREE portraits throughout the year

A chance to earn a FREE senior portrait book (Regularly $550)

A ittle bit of fame!  Your photos will be on our website, postcards, facebook, etc...

All ambassadors will be
choosen by March 15, 2010.

Call the studio for a consultation to learn the details of the program or come to one of our group consultation times. 281-290-8868*

Group meeting times @6pm on...
Tuesday, Feb. 9th
Wednesday Feb. 24th
Thursday, March 11th

 

*a parent must attend this meeting so they understand the program as well.