South Florida Portrait Photographer - latest sessions

The N family was a pleasure to work with. Baby J is simply... GORGEOUS! don't you think?

Lisa's kids are the coolest... her puppies are the cutest :)

What can I say about the C's? can't wait for them to go back soon :)

(click on the images to enlarge)
Enjoy, R

Engagement Photography in South Florida - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Lindsey and Logan are a "tons of fun" couple and having a good time was the theme of our photoshoot.
As you see, their little dog tagged along and got her 5 minutes of fame :)
Can't wait to capture their January 2011 wedding...

Where? Las Olas Beach Place - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
When? May 29th, 2010 - @6:30am
Wheather? Just PERFECT!
Enjoy,
Rosie

South Florida Event Photography - Family is healthy, clients are happy... life is good!

Can't believe it's almost a month since my last post.
I've been working like crazy and keeping it up w/ the newest on technology, trends, etc. out there.
Jeff and I have many things on our cooking board right now and 90% are business related.
We are putting a lot of hours into... you will find out soon :)
Family is healthy, clients are happy... life is good!
These are just a few galleries snapshots of the latest I've done, enjoy.
R

Nicholas and Gisselle Engagement Session - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Gisselle represents the perfect combination between up-to-date trends and old-fashioned ways.
Nicholas is the typical American boy. Making it happens.
The location of their choice: Las Olas Riverhouse.
Modern, dramatic, featuring my favorite color: purple.
Seriously, there was no way to go wrong here. Beautiful people, stunning location. I couldn't ask for more :)
Next? Their Wedding Day, Yay!!! April 2nd, 2010 - Boca Raton, FL
I'll be there.
Enjoy,
Rosie

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 :)

 

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

The little fine print just became bigger

Before the year ends I want to give a quick explanation of what you are paying for when hiring me as a photographer.
Yesterday, I had a consultation over the phone and I was able to go over the details of what and why I charge what I charge.
I try to offer packages that I would like to get as a customer. Simple like that. I don't like surprises, hidden fees, after charges, over-priced products...

Personal copyrights, complimentary CD and affordable prints are some of the add-ons I know make you happy so... why not???

Anyway, this is a basic list of things to have in consideration when looking @ your quote:

- Pre-session research and setup of looks, theme, poses, etc. I just don't show up with my camera. I do my homework :)
- Traveling time when on-location session or event
- Time of shooting (from 1 1/2 to 8 hours)
- Downloading all the captures to my computer
- Edition time: over 4 hours, for sure. I take advantage of the latest available editing tools and I keep on re-educating myself about techniques and new post-production trends
- Uploading your final images to your private gallery (from 30 min. to 3 hours)
- Over $8,000.00 in professional equipment (cameras, lenses, editing programs, lighting, etc.).
- Printing feature: I work exclusively with a very reputable photo lab so you can be confident that when you buy prints from your private gallery they are up to my standards
- Burning CD and mailing :)

After reading all of the above and looking @ my work I hope you see the difference between your always-handy camera, the chain studio at the mall, the local high-end photographer and ME.

Looking forward to portrait you and your loved ones during 2010.

Rosie :)

http://letmegrowstudio.net
http://sunshineweddingphotography.com

What it means to you matters to me...

I promised to myself not to take any more jobs til' next year but, I'm having another great opportunity to be part of a very meaningful project and saying NOT is never my word of choice.

I won't go into details... but I want to take advantage of this last minute assignment to show the setup I'm using tonight and what really happens behind the lens.

http://lisabottolee.com/

An American Portrait Artist

"Girls Night Out"... with a twist!

Experience the ultimate "Girls Night Out"!!!

Perfect treat for you and your partners in crime :)

How?

Put up to 3 of your BFFs together + you.

Price: $400.00

What's next?

Contact me to set a date and reserve your spot with a $100.00 deposit. Fair enough, don't you think? letmegrowstudio@yahoo.com

Package includes:

- 1/2 hour with makeup artist Shannon McPherson, per person (please bring your own makeup and some will be provided).
Time to learn some new looks!

- 1/2 hour portrait-studio session with me, per person (up to 2 change of outfits).

- Props will be available and you are welcomed to bring yours :)

- 10 FINAL edited images in a mailed CD (over 50 photos taken) for each person, copyrights included.

- Wine and appetizers will be served.

- Home studio is located in SW Ranches, FL 33331. Sessions start @ 7pm.

Approx. 4 hours of great company, passionate artists and a time to remember...

NOTE: Shannon and I will be available over the phone @ anytime prior to your scheduled session to go over details and questions.

Rosie

"delete" button is not an option

If you follow what I do as a photographer you already noticed 75% of my time is dedicated to edit mine and other fellow photogs work.
Doesn't matter how much research, preparation, trial and error, you name it... I do before a session cause' every once in a while images like this one come out of nowhere and "delete" button is not an option :)
This is the perfect example where PS and LR become unvaluable tools of my post-production process.

Rosie

And when I couldn't ask for more...

After a kick @ss photoshoot weekend I'm back to the board... I've been editing for the last 3 days and @ least I have one more day to go... and I love it!


Also, I'm finishing up a lil' project for http://MelonTreeKids.com while I'm getting ready for my next 4 sessions this upcoming weekend. And when I couldn't ask for more...

I've got a phone call to cover a private high-profile bday party, Yay!
I won't be able to give details til' after the event cause'... it's a SURPRISE :)
I'm all excited about it!!! wish me luck...
Ta-ta for now, R

Editing away...

After re-scheduling for over a month (due to the weather), today I was able to capture D & D e-session (engagement). We started around 7:00am and between jokes and personal anecdotes we created an incredible photoshoot... the rest is all in their pictures. Some to be shared, some to be shared NOT :)
Lil' M and Faythe's family are been edited as well, hang in there...
R

What am I up to?

#1 - Just finished last weekend's event:
"I feel like I edited a wedding... so many good images, each one of them capturing one lil' priceless moment of Caden's Bday kick @ss party. Thx for letting me be part of it thru my lens." - Rosie :)

#2 - Getting ready for today's bride consultation, and 2 weekend's photoshoot.

When it rains, it pours, Yay! Let me go to keep on running around :)
Rosie

Latest props

I decided to start getting ready for my upcoming outdoors portrait sessions... Weather is a lil' bit better to handle these days (still hot) and parasoles are the must-have props for this time of the year :)

Portrait photography details

Studio portrait - How to pose?

That's the million dollar question!
There is not an exact formula for posing but if there is ONE tip I can give you about it IS ---> practice in front of the mirror: your faces, postures, attitude, moods, etc. it will make the big difference between a force capture and showing who you really are. The point is, getting comfortable with yourself and then some :)
I know is NOT easy to be in front of the camera while some stranger is trying to get the best side of you... to make you feel better,... it's not easy from this stranger's side either :) when you are not being YOU.
I can give directions, make you laugh, etc. we will have a good time, for sure... but, as a photographer, my goal is not only to capture a pretty smile but expose your personality, cause' you are much more than that... don't you think?
Here it's how I do it:




As you can, see I'm a work in progress but, every single image shows who I am :)
Ta-ta for now...