I wanted to go ahead and update you all on some pricing changes that will go into effect February 1, 2010.  This year I am doing away with the session fee that includes a print credit.  Those darn print credits have caused my clients more grief than anything else!  So I’m going to simplify my packages.

I am also offering digital packages this year!  You all asked for them, and I listened.  The digital package includes the full resolution digital files from your session.  These images come with a limited use license allowing you to make your own prints, etc. for personal use.  All files will receive basic exposure and color correction, and you may select five (5) images for full retouching.  This package is $595, but for a limited time I am offering it at an introductory rate of $495.

Starting February 1, 2010 my sitting fee will be $150.  This is a creative fee that covers my time and does not include any prints or products.  Those items may be ordered a la carte, and you’ll be happy to know my print prices are staying the same as last year.  :)

I’m working on a couple other package options for you all, and I’ll be sure to send out an announcement when they’re available.  All sessions booked through the end of this month can still choose the old session fee that includes the print credit.  Your session does not have to take place in January, but I must receive your booking fee to confirm your appointment time by January 31, 2010.

I’m really looking forward to everything 2010 has to offer!  And I hope to see you all back in the studio soon.  :)

KellyT

First off, holiday closings…

Eclectic Photo will be closed November 24 through November 29.  I will have limited access to email but I will not be able to process any orders during this time.  I will also be closed December 17 through December 22.  Again, I will be able to respond to email inquiries, but I will not be able to process or fulfill any orders during this time.

Holiday ordering deadlines…

For those of you interested in ordering holiday cards, I need to receive your FINAL order by December 7.  Turnaround times take a bit longer due to the volume of orders this time of year, so the cutoff for holiday cards is December 7.  I can accept print orders up until December 11 in order to guarantee them for Christmas, but after that orders will incur additional rush charges if you need them by Christmas.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to give me a call at 678.860.5007.  I’m sorry I’m behind on blogging my sessions!  I’ve had some technical difficulties with the blog, so I’ve been trying to iron those out before adding any more posts.  :)

I hope you and your families have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

KellyT

Atlanta Family Portrait Photographer

Yes, it’s that time of year…time to start thinking about the holidays! And in order to make things so much easier on you, Eclectic Photo has teamed up with Adamo Photography to offer this fantastic holiday portrait session special!

October is a beautiful time of year here in Atlanta. And it’s a perfect time to get out and update those family portraits. So come join us on location for this holiday portrait session special!

Holiday Portrait Special: $65

This package includes a 15 minute on-location “mini” session and one (1) complimentary 8×10 fine art print of your choice. Additional prints, holiday cards, etc. can be ordered a la carte.

Go ahead and knock out your Christmas shopping early this year while you’re at it. We offer beautiful gallery wrapped canvases, custom coffee table books, and fabulous self mount albums…all which make great presents for grandparents and other family members. :)

This holiday portrait special is available on the following dates:

• October 17
• October 24
• November 7 (rain make-up day)

Appointment times are available between 9-11am and 2-6pm.

Appointments are limited, so be sure to book yours early! Call Kelly at 678.860.5007 or Jeremy at 770.365.6632 to book your holiday portrait session today.  Session fees are due at the time of booking to lock in your appointment time. Eclectic Photo clients can pay their session fee online. If you have any questions, please give me a call!

J was one of my first maternity clients, and it has truly been a joy to watch her family grow.  They are just so much fun, and I have a blast every time they come to the studio.

This time we had one extra person…baby H.  And holy cow is he a cutie pie!  Big sister C is also a character with personality to spare.  I believe she is my new BFF.  :D  But anyway…on to the photos…

Big Sister Kisses

Baby H

A Body in Motion LOL

Little Dancer

Super Baby!!

ROAR!

A Quiet Moment

She loved this chair.  LOL

The Fam.

Such a fun session for a fun family!  I absolutely love the way these photos turned out and think they really do reflect this family’s fun personalities.  Hope you guys enjoy them as much as I do!  :)

Baby C is actually the “second born” in this family.  You might remember their maternity session with their fur baby.  Well, Newton seems to be taking his role as big brother in stride.  And Baby C seems to adore his furry big brother.  :)

This little guy was so very sweet even when he got a little hungry.  And I’m not sure what it is exactly about baby toes that makes you want to photograph them, but here’s the obligatory piggy toes shot.  ;)

And a few more of my favorites…

Congratulations, guys!  He’s beautiful.  :)

I know I’ve mentioned many times how much I enjoy seeing my clients’ families grow.  It’s definitely one of the benefits of being a maternity and newborn photographer!  So when the T family came back in this summer I was beyond thrilled to not only get to see them again but to also meet their new baby girl.  These kiddos (and actually the entire family!) are just adorable and picture perfect.  See for yourself!

Just look at those big blue eyes!  And I love W’s curly blond hair.  :)

Yes, she is just this happy.  Look at that grin!

Father & Son

Naked baby in a basket…gotta do it.  LOL

Aren’t they a beautiful family?  And they are the sweetest people on earth.  :)  I am truly blessed to have such wonderful clients and friends.  :)

You know you want to pinch those cheeks, too!  :D  This little guy was so serious in the beginning…I couldn’t get him to smile at all.  He would just look at me like “Lady, are you crazy?” or I would get the stunned look:

I think the flash startled him!!  LOL  After a while he started to warm up to me.  He has such an adorable giggle.  :)

And a few more of my favorites:

It was so great to see you all again!  K is turning into quite the handsome little guy, and I can’t wait to see you all again.  :)

She loved the blue wrap I use for maternity sessions, and I can understand why.  She looks gorgeous in it!

I’ve been trying to mix up my maternity sessions a bit by throwing in different poses and props, and I am loving these shots with the fabric in motion.  I was torn between the color and black & white version of this photo, but I think I prefer the black & white.

J and P were also very affectionate which made for some seriously sweet photos…like this one…aren’t they cute??  :)

And these silhouette photos are always some of my favorites.  So simple and elegant.

I believe Baby Girl made her appearance shortly after this session, so congratulations you two!!  I can’t wait to see her.  :)

She and her boyfriend came in with their two “kids”:  Maggie, the yellow lab, and Toby, the one who looks like a Rottweiler.

I was a little nervous about this session because my sister hates to have her photo taken almost as much as I do!  And I wasn’t sure how she’d mange with me being the photographer.  :D  But she was a total champ and we had so much fun!

I think Toby might disagree with me, though.  That poor puppy thinks I’m trying to steal his soul every time I take his picture, and you should see the looks he gives me!  It’s hilarious.

Anyway, if you know my sister you know she is anything but traditional.  So we had a crazy fun session, and I can’t wait to photograph them again.  :)  Without further adieu, the photos…

My sister, Tricia.  Isn’t she a cutie patootie?

The “family” portrait.  And yes, that’s Toby sneaking off in the background.  LOL

My sister with her nieces and newphew.

This might be my favorite family portrait ever.  :D

Aren’t they just so freaking cute?!?!  This session was a lot of fun, and I really do hope they’ll come back in the studio more.  Hey, Trish…call me!!  :D

When I first got C’s email asking for more information about a maternity session I responded with my usual enthusiasm.  And then I realized she was in Alabama!  Apparently she had a tough time finding a local photographer that she liked, so she broadened her search and found me.  :)

Since she had to drive so far, we tried to book her session as early as possible.  I remember those road trips down to Florida when I was seven months pregnant, and trust me when I say they were, well, uncomfortable.  LOL  So I literally felt C’s pain.

But she and S were total troopers and didn’t seem the least bit tired when they arrived!  We had so much fun shooting together, and I am thrilled with the way their photos turned out.  Baby K is due any day now, and I know C and S are anxiously awaiting her arrival.  I am too.  :)

So here are a few of my favs from the session!

C looked absolutely stunning in the red wrap!

Then we switched things up a bit and went with a little more color.

I really had such a great time with these two, and I cannot wait to see baby K when she gets here.  I hope you guys can make the drive back over here after she’s born!  And good luck with labor and delivery.  :)