Touching up - quick question

G: "I would like to know if your wedding packages include touching up the pictures? The reason that I am asking is because I have scars on my face and I am VERY picky about the way I look in photos. Sometimes the scars don't show up at all and other times they do, I think it just depends on the lighting. Please let me know."

Rosie: "Of course I do. All my final images required light or moderate editing, that includes covering skin imperfections..."

I try to don't over-do-it. Here it is the perfect example... Ahhhhh, perfect skin :)

Love me some challenge

The motorcycle setup wasn't part of the plan but when lil' C gave me all the right signs to go for it I couldn't resist the challenge.
What was the challenge? the motorcycle was surrounded by other vehicles but taking the time to move it to a better location would kill lil' C mood. So I went for it.
I'm loving all his images and this one shows, once again, how important is to have PS and textures as part of your team of post-production tools.
Enjoy,
Rosie :)

Baby Sophia is here :)

14 days old and counting...
Enjoy,
Rosie :)

What am I up to this week?

I've been taking pictures of lil' M since she was born and... isn't she getting yummy by the minute? :)

It's not a secret that I'm a Facebook rat so I offered my virtual time and techie skills to promote Brides Against Breast Cancer of South Florida

If you want be part of something extraordinaire Join me today :)


I have plenty of projects on my plate and I'm grateful for that.
I will be posting about them shortly.
Gotta go now but see ya around,
Rosie

Meet Devin :)

 

What am I up to these days?

I started January '10 with the right foot and my first maternity session of the year was all about laughing, singing and dancing... So much fun! Can't wait to capture G and the entire family during her baby shower :)

Networking in South Florida - Meeting Carmen

I'm welcoming 2010 with many New Year's Resolutions. Networking outside the FB (Facebook) box is one of them.
I have to confess I'm an online rat and even though that's a good thing I realize it's not always good enough :)
I had the opportunity to meet with Carmen Mesa from C & C Flowers and Events last night and... what a lady!!!
She has over 25 years of solid experience in the wedding industry and going strong in many other related fields.
Most important, she's an open book and she's the kind of vendors I want to work with.
Networking is about creating relationships and I surely want to develop my personal and professional ones with her.

Carmen Mesa, ABC

Accredited Bridal Consultant

ABC South Florida Co-Director

C & C Designs Flowers and Events, Inc.

(954) 649-7441

www.ccflowersandevents.com

 

Proud Member of:
Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC)
National Association of Wedding Professionals (NAWP)
International Special Events Society (ISES)

National Association of Catering Executives (NACE)
Certified Sandals/Beaches Specialist - Let us help you plan your "Luxury Included" Honeymoon

Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Gown Sale benifitting Making Memories Foundation -

Fundraising/Vendor Relations Chairperson

2010 Sales Dates - June 11-13 and August 27-29.

It's so easy to be a GREEN photographer

These are simple-eco friendly-sustainable business practices included on my daily routine. Feel free to make them your own:

- 90% of my communication with potential and current customers is done electronically: email, FB, Twitter, Skype and FTP - paperless operation.

Not only it helps me to keep better track of inquiries but also allows me to rely on something else than my memory :) Keeping it virtual is the new black!

- I recycle and reuse all my shipping material :)

My husband can't understand why I save every single cushioned envelope I receive :) Well, most likely they are going out soon!

- All my photographic packages include a complimentary CD with final images to avoid printing of pictures that were not going to be framed.

Every day I ask myself the same question. What do I want to get as a customer? Well, the answer is always the same one: the most for my money, quality and quantity wise. My clients LOVE the idea of getting a CD with all their favorite images without having to hand pick and order prints because THEY HAVE TO. That makes me happy :)

- USB External Drives

Backing up my work is PRIORITY. One of the biggest fears I have is losing my pictures, well... your pictures. Call me control freak but as soon as I'm done with a job (no matter what time it is) I save everything TWICE in my external hard drives. I store all my images for a year, just in case.

- Electronic Documents

I draft a very simple contract for every project I commit to. As soon as I set the details with my client I forward an agreement via email that protects both parties and states what you are getting for your money. Being on the same page is my golden rule :)

- Digital media

I offer High Resolution downloads of FINAL edited images via a private gallery with all my packages. Through this virtual tool, my clients, their family and friends have access to download digital photos to any computer and to purchase affordable high-quality Kodak Endura prints right from the comfort of your keyboard.

- Rechargeable Batteries

It's all about saving the planet, my and your $. I use the best rechargeable batteries. I tried all of them but Sanyo is my brand of choice.

- I buy 2nd hand equipment

Photographers are worse than stamps collectors when it comes to taking care of their equipment. That gives me the confidence I need to purchase used products. Not only I save my money, I'm constantly getting better and newer gear. Sweet!

If you do something ELSE that I didn't mention please add your comment at the end of this post or email me with it: letmegrowstudio@yahoo.com

Thx, Rosie :)

http://letmegrowstudio.net

http://sunshineweddingphotography.com

2010 Valentine's Boudoir Session package

A boudoir is a lady's private bedroom, sitting room or dressing room. The term derives from the French verb bouder, meaning "to pout"[1]. - from Wikipedia
Boudoir photography can be translated as a very private, very professional, sexy, glamorous, ego boost, "good taste" 3-hours portrait session where you can be all you are, all you want to be and then some... A well-deserved gift to YOURSELF and... to your partner.

Everything-included Session

Where? my home-studio located in SW Ranches, FL 33331.
How long? 3 hours session.
What to wear? Everything, nothing at all, your favorite undergarments, your partner's clothes, sexy shoes (the entire shoe rack!), hats, jewelry, you name it...
What else? Package includes 1 hour of makeup by Shannon McPherson. She will present the entire session, re-touching and adjusting your look through the different change of outfits.
Complimentary on-the-phone or in-person consultation is necessary prior to your scheduled session. Awww! This is going to be so much fun...

Fees: $400.00

What else do you get?
- Complimentary CD included.
- High Resolution downloads of FINAL 50 edited images will be available via a private gallery (30 days period), within 2 weeks max. of your photoshoot.
- Through this virtual tool, you, your family and friends will have access to download digital photos to any computer (50 cents per image) and to order prints: high-quality Kodak Endura paper prints starting at $2.50
- One 8x10 hard-cover coffee table album with up to 20 final images of your choice.

Small session

Where? at the comfort of your bedroom.
How long? 1 1/2 hour session.
What to wear? Everything, nothing at all, your favorite undergarments, your partner's clothes, sexy shoes (the entire shoe rack!), hats, jewelry, you name it...
Complimentary on-the-phone or in-person consultation is necessary prior to your scheduled session. Awww! This is going to be so much fun...

Fees: $250.00

What else do you get?
- Complimentary CD included.
- High Resolution downloads of FINAL 25 edited images will be available via a private gallery (30 days period), within 2 weeks max. of your photoshoot.
- Through this virtual tool, you, your family and friends will have access to download digital photos to any computer (50 cents per image) and to order prints: high-quality Kodak Endura paper prints starting at $2.50

IMPORTANT: none of your images will be published through my website or blog. They will belong to you unless you approve to feature some of them. Bourdoir sessions are scheduled on Friday nights only, around 7pm.

I'm easy to work with so feel free to contact me for more information.
letmegrowstudio@yahoo.com

I turn to GREEN

For the last couple of weeks and right after introducing my 2010 new eco-friendly CD cases I started receiving an endless amount of emails from other fellow photogs and wedding related vendors asking me where they could get something like this.

- Natural Media Packaging: available with Wedding and Event packages. This unique recycled packaging will enclosed a complimentary CD with all your favorite images and will be the highlight of your entertainment unit or office.


Well, there is not a secret ANYMORE!

http://www.loktah.com

Enjoy! Rosie :)

Got Engaged?

If you just started planning your W Day and don't want to miss a beat I invite you to bookmark my personal fav "must-read" wedding blogs/websites:

The Broke-Ass Bride

Style Me Pretty : The Ultimate Wedding Blog

RB Blog

The Wedding Chicks

Eco-Beautiful Weddings – The E-Magazine & Blog for Eco-Friendly and Green Weddings

BrideTide Blog - Wedding Resource

Every Last Detail Blog

Southern Weddings Magazine

Wishpot Wedding Blog

Lucky Me!

Bliss Event Group

South Florida Vendors United

Lauren Daversa Events

Sunshine Wedding Photography

Bridal Buds

The Wedding Shoebox

Your Bliss Blog

Photoshop for Moms - "black + white + one color" tutorial

There are many reasons why fellow moms decide to get Photoshop: to improve captured images, to get creative with their pictures, to put together their own photo cards, etc. but the most common reason why they don't go anywhere with it is NOT TIME to figure it out how/what/when to use it.
That's why I decided to start giving away simple step-by-step PS tutorials which will help you to understand a little bit better all this "layers-masking-actions" language behind the fascinated world of PS.

(click on images to enlarge)

Feel free to email me with all your PS questions to letmegrowstudio@yahoo.com and keep me handy :)
Rosie
http://letmegrowstudio.net