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

All of us have something to learn. All of us have something to teach...

I want to start my Monday sharing one of my own very first images and a message I've got yesterday... it made my week :)

I was wondering how you felt about taking on a long distance apprentice? I have been working on becoming a professional and have done a decent amount of client work...
I have seen many of your photos which are AMAZING. I would love the opportunity to talk with you directly about the business, techniques, editing and learn from you. I would be willing to take a trip down at some point as well if that would be helpful. My wife loves Florida and would enjoy the opportunity to visit the area.
I have many people asking for wedding work which I have put off until I am comfortable doing them. They are really important and you only get one shot so I don't want to mess that up. My friends and clients tell me I am so ready but I have to be ready myself.
I apologize this is so long but I am very passionate about this becoming a business for me and even opening a studio near my hometown over the next 2 years... I have been so impressed with you and how you keep busy with clients and adventures.

If you would be willing to help me out please let me know. I would be excited to get the chance to learn from you and become the photographer I can be...Thanks, A

I'm flattered.
As not too many of you know, I do a lot of post-production work for other photogs from around the country, who don't have the time and/or editing workflow path down. Yes, you can call me ghost-editor :)

Editing for me is not about fixing photos but about enhancing images and making them look the best they can be.
Every batch represents a challenge and that has to be the reason why I enjoy it as much as I enjoy taking pictures.
Also, I love to talk about my photographic experiences with start-up photogs. Hopefully my own trials and tribulations help you to understand that photography, like any other craft has to be experienced and... that's the best part of the ride!

I don't know every trick in town but... I'm learning my lessons and I'm more than happy to pass my humble knowledge among others.

Looking forward to help you out A!
Rosie :)

Latest maternity session

 

I've been working non-stop since Jan. 1st and 90% of my sessions have being maternity ones, meaning ---> babies are coming!!!

Can't wait :)

Enjoy, 

Rosie

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

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

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 :)

Love So. Fla. brides but...

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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 :)

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"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

Last weekend photoshoot

Newborn + terrible 2!!! = Yum'

New additions to my team :)

We are welcoming the Nikon D300 to the family, Yay!!! and saying good bye to the "always be remembered" Nikon D40 and D70 :/

A great opportunity came out of nowhere to get the dreamy D300 and, I took it.

Back up plan??? Nikon D90 baby!

What else is in my bag???

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What life is all about...

I had the opportunity to photo shoot Cary's baby shower and after re-viewing all the images I realized WHY I love event photography THAT much; it's all about friends and family, it's all about relationships :)

Photos in this post are © all rights reserved.

On a thankful note...

There was a time in my life when pursuing photography was something impossible to accomplish... ya know, being a mom of 2, married, full time job, big house, etc, etc... there was no way to fit photography anywhere, I mean NO WAY!
So, for years the creative side of me did everything you can imagine to be around images, thinking... my time will come, eventually :)
When I was not squeezing an "every blue moon" session into my crazy schedule I was educating myself, editing for other photographers, you name it. I just needed to do as much as I could photography related... it didn't matter what :) and yes! you can call me pathetic or obsessed. I prefer the term "never a quitter" :)
Today, as I put together this post, I can tell you that "be careful what you wish for" is not a quote, it's my reality and even though I still have a crazy schedule, and kids, and a house, and my full time job... I am a professional photographer and that completes me :)

I have to give a big shout out to my kids. They are troopers, I mean... keeping up with me ain't easy and... adding to that studio sessions, events, endless editing hours, etc... good luck with that!...
but you know what??? we make it through. Every single project involves team effort and I never take it for granted, NEVER. I'm grateful to them for allowing me to be this whole ME and... then some.

My photography mentors, big shout out to them. You don't even know I exist but it's ok... you do and that is good enough for me :) I'll just mention Zack Arias cause' he is one of the best but, there are a handful of them I follow.

My last shout out goes to my clients and friends because without them wouldn't be "Rosie, the photographer" thank you for trusting me with your memories.

Rosie :)

PS: So, if you have too many things on your plate but still don't see the whole yourself when looking @  the mirror... go for it! find whatever it is that completes you, make it a priority... is worth it :)

"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

A night to remember...

I decided to put Shannon's skills to the test... two of my favorite people (yup, my kinda women) were the perfect canvas to a night of makeup, wine and pictures.


Carol and I will be doing a Boudoir session pretty soon and makeup is a must-have for the occasion. Veronica is trying a new color palette and thinking 'wedding' :)
Pictures are good but I believe they are not giving enough credit to Shannon's talent and passion for this art called makeup.

To all my brides' readers - if you are looking for a kick @ss makeup artist Shannon is the one. Not only you will get the magic done but she will educate you through the transformation and, that's a plus... enjoy! Rosie :)

Spa Day / Bday party :)

It feels like I edited another wedding LOL, not joking. With over 350 final edited images I'm wondering what her mom is planning for her 15th :)
Had a great time, well... everybody did, enjoy! 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