Update for Father's Day

"A Father carries pictures where his money used to be - so why not give him a wallet with a picture on it for Father's Day!"

I said yesterday that I would post an update with more info on the Father's Day Specials. I am awaiting the samples from the company to actually show you some of the products. So until then I will just post a reminder that we have until June 14th to hold the session and get the session fee at 50% off. As soon as I get the samples I will update the post. So check back often!

Father's Day Specials!!!!

Book a session now for Father's Day!! 1/2 off the Session fee (some restrictions apply for locations) Hold your session between June 1st and June 14th for this special. Session fee is $75! That is 50% off. I offer many items that make great gifts for dad, mouse pads, mugs, wallets, shaving kit bag etc... Call or email to book your session!

My broken A700 :(

Here are some images of my unfortunate accident :(. I learned my lesson. You don't leave a 70-200mm 2.8 attached to the camera for extended periods of time and then pack it into a camera bag backpack. I did this but accidently dropped the bag and it snapped the lens off the camera :(. Oh I was sick. Thankfully I have an extened warranty and Insurance. The lens appears to be ok thankfully and the camera is out for repair. I sure hope they get it fixed soon so that I can have it back.

Any way try not to make the same mistake I did.

Sorry for the crappy quality it was low light and with my P&S.

The 2010 Norfolk Snow

Here is a pic that I quickly snapped with the p&s about an hour and 15 mins ago. Sorry for the crappy quality, but I had no shoes or jacket on and it was COLD lol. Snow was blowing in the door etc... So I quickly snapped it and came back inside :D

There will be more later once we take the kids out to play in it.

2 week Baby shoot

Today I had the honor of photographing a beautiful baby boy today. He got a bit cranky but we waited for him. Hope you enjoy. Doug and Shauna thank you guys so much for having me photograph him. I hope you guys have a safe trip and that all goes well in OK. And keep in touch!

Thanks again!

The Enchanted Forest Fairy Day

Just wanted to put the information out there for those who may be interested in my promotional First Annual Enchanted Forest Fairy Day.

The Enchanted Forest Fairy Day promotion is fastly approaching!
Saturday Oct 3rd 2009 is the day so mark your calendars and join me for a magical day that you and your daughter will never forget. She gets to dress up like a magical fairy and have beautiful portraits made, that you can both treasure forever.

Space is limited so please call today to set up your session!

757-305-9652

OPLOVE Session

Skye thanks so much for asking me to be a part of your special day. These are just a couple of sneek peeks. I hope you enjoy.

Props

This is one headpiece I will be using in the fairy photos.

Here are some photos of a few props that I use in my business. I have many more and will update as I get to more of them. Sorry for the bad quality, they were done on my P&S. The dresses are Fairy Costumes for my upcoming Fairy Day.

Senior Portrait Session

Images to follow soon.

The Sessions
The 30
30 min. session
2 outfits
Indoors only
$49 session due at time of booking
12-15 poses
$149 advance due at time of Session

The 60
60 min. session
4 outfits
Indoor/outdoor
$89 due at time of booking
25-30 poses
$249 advance due at time of session

The 90
90 min. session
6 outfits
Indoor/outdoor
$119
40-50 poses due at time of booking
Complimentary Proof book
$399 advance due at time of session

Appointments:

Q: How do I make an appointment to get my senior portraits taken?
A: All you need to do is call 757-305-9652 to make an appointment.

Q: Do my parents need to be with me while I get my photos taken?
A: No, parents are not required, they can tag along if they like but most seniors are more comfortable with a friend or 2 coming along instead.

Q: When should I schedule to get my senior session?
A: The sooner the better. It is best to have them taken the summer before your senior year starts. This is because your yearbook prints are usually due within the first month or two of the school year.

Q: What should I bring to my appointment?
A: Depending upon which sitting you have chosen, bring the number of outfits you would like to wear in your pictures. Clothes that have wild, large, or bright patterns can be distracting and take the focus away from you. Please refrain from wearing logos. Also preferably no sleeveless tops or micro mini skirts. In addition, feel free to bring whatever items you would like to bring that express who you are. For example: Sports gear/uniform/letterman’s jacket, musical instruments, pets, car/truck, etc.

Q. Can I bring my pet with me?
A: YES!!! Pets are encouraged. If you have a favorite small pet please bring it to our studio, if your pet is too large (horses for example) we will be more than happy to go on location to accommodate your animal friend. Call ahead to discuss details, and please keep in mind cats don't enjoy portraits as much as dogs.

Q. What time should I arrive for my portrait session?
A: We suggest at least 10 minutes prior to your session to get comfortable with us and the setting.

Q. What will my session be like?
A: In one word it will be FUN. We are dedicated to providing a friendly atmosphere that brings out the best true portrait of each individual.

Q. Can I bring a friend?
A: I recommend that you bring a friend to watch us create your portraits. You can even include your friend in some of YOUR images.

Q: Do you take outdoor portraits?
A: Yes. These can be done at the location of your choice.

Q: I do not live in the Hampton Roads area. Do you travel and if so, what does it cost?
A: I will travel outside of the Hampton Roads Va. The cost is at the hourly rate of $50 for travel (to and from) and if necessary, room and board for the night. This does not apply to sessions in Montgomery County NC. If you are booking in NC but outside of Montgomery County it would be hourly from Troy, NC, not VA

Contracts/Forms/Deposits:

Q: Why do I need to fill out a contract?
A: A contract is filled out for several reasons. One is to reserve your session date on the calendar. The contract serves as a release, which allows Breezy Cranford Photography to take your picture and post on my website for viewing. It specifies exactly what Collection you are getting, the price, and all of the terms and agreements decided upon. If you are a minor and under the age of 18 a parent or guardian must sign the documents.

Q: Can I make payments or do I have to pay for my senior collection in full?
A: Yes you can make payments as long as the advance is paid in full before the proof book is ordered.

Sittings and Collections:

Q: What happens if I need/want more than my Advance covers?
A: Breezy Cranford Photography has created several collections just for seniors to choose from to maximize your advance. Additional items can be added to any order.

Proofs:

Q: How long does it take to get my proofs back?
A: It generally takes 3-4 weeks for your proofs to be ready for viewing. We will schedule a time to pick them up at your session.

Q: What format will my proofs be in?
A: All proofs are 4x6 in size and bound in a 5x7 spiral album. In addition, electronic proofs will be securely posted online for viewing by family and friends.

Additional Prints and Reorders:

Q: Is there a fee to reorder prints at a later time?
A: No, I do not charge a reorder fee. The cost of the prints would be charged at the current published list price at the time of the reorder.

Yearbook Pictures:

Q: How do I go about getting my yearbook picture to the school?
A: Breezy Cranford Photography will either mail or email your yearbook image to the yearbook staff/teacher by the deadline depending upon the format requested by the school.

Ambassador Programs:

Q: Do you have an ambassador program? What does it entail?
A: Yes. With the ambassador program, seniors get a complimentary 2 hour session. Proof album with all images when you refer at least 12 seniors who hold their booking. 50 Wide Screen Wallets, $5 cash referral for each paid booking, 50 referral Book marks and Favorite 5 images (web sized) on thumb drive/CD. You also receive 50% off my senior collections for your hard work. You can apply for the ambassador program between January of your junior year through August before your senior year.

Q: What are widescreen wallets?
A: They are business card size (2x3.5) are and two sided. They are printed on a card stock that has a pearl finish and are UV coated for protection. They are so neat

Clients
Complimentary Proof Book with 5 booked/held referrals
Purchase Proof Book for $149 without referrals

Ambassador Program
Complimentary 2hr Session
50 Wide Screen Wallets
$5 cash referral for each paid booking
Complimentary Proof Book with 12 booked/held referrals
50 Book marks
Favorite 5 images (web sized) on thumb drive/CD

If you are interested in the Ambassador Program please contact me at 757-305-9652 or email me at Breezy@BreezyCranfordPhotography.com
I am looking for 2 reps from any local Hampton Roads High Schools and also 2 from East Montgomery and 2 from West Montgomery High Schools in NC.

Imaging USA Final Update

Well I am finally back from Imaging USA and at "home" in Norfolk Virgina.
I was too exhausted to update most of the time and then when I could the internet at the hotel was usually down.
So I will just update everything here in one big post.
I was in classes everyday starting at 7am. I got to meet some great and well known photographers.
Just to name a few, 2 that I had wanted to meet the whole time we were in Corpus Christi was Mike Fulton and Cody Clinton of Tricoast Photography. They live just south of Houston TX but usually shoot weddings all over the world and very few actually in Texas lol.
Hanson Fong, Joe Buissink, Anne Geddes, Bob Davis, & Clay Blackmore just to name a few more.
Bob Davis has worked closely with Oprah Winfrey, and photographed Eva Longoria and Tony Parkers wedding.
Joe Buissink has photographed many celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey, Brendan Fraser, Kelsey Grammer, Hillary Swank & Chad Lowe, Christina Applegate, Jenny Garth & Peter Facinelli, and Christina Aguilera. BEAUTIFUL work!
We all know who Anne Geddes is!!! She is the one who started the craze with the babies in flower pots etc... Very beautiful work too. She even got a standing ovation in a sold out symphony hall.
Clay Blackmore has photographed Larry King, Forrest Whitaker, Jenna Elfman, Maria Sharapova just to name a few.

The expo was great tons and tons of products to offer. I can't wait to get my frames and bags in to show my clients.
The parties were fun and pretty good food too. And it is official that Imaging USA will be in Nashville Tennessee in Jan. 2010. I can't wait to go back to the Grand Ole Opry where the expo will take place.
If you a photographer and debating attending a PPA event I HIGHLY recommend it. I learned so much and met some AWESOME photographers, many who haven't shot Celebrity Weddings but great None the less!!
I want to thank Andy Contreras for putting up with me as a room mate :D
I truely hope it was as much fun for you as it was for me. I can't wait to see you in Nashville. BTW send me those photos :P I need to post them here.

Tonya I hope you passed your exam and are fully certified.
Don and Dee Barnes & Janice and your hubby, it was great to meet you guys and have dinner. Hopefully we can do it again another time.

To all of the photographers on the Southwest Airlines flight, it was truely fun and memorable. Maybe I will get to see you guys in Raleigh for the school. www.ppofnc.com.

I was also able to meet one of the Biggest Loser contestants while on my journies westward. Can't speak a lot about it but I do have a snapshot to post once I download my images.

And I have to say one thing about Phoenix, if you are going to visit and plan to use the light rail, make sure that the hotel really is just across the street from the rail station as our convention hotel told us that the rail was just across the street. But it was actually 4.5 blocks up and not your normal block either. So it took us about 15 mins to walk to the rail station and then the train ride was supposed to be 15 minutes but I never made it to the convention center in less than 28 mins.

Once I arrived back in NC it was FREEZING literally. I have a couple of photos to post from it too once I get them uploaded.

The kids had fun I do believe with their Mimi and Papa and then Nana.
Mimi and Pa got them 4 wheelers for Christmas, even after wrecking them they kept going back for more. My kids are apparently just like my husband, not afraid of much lol.
Poor Snoopy thought we had thrown her away, she still hasn't adjusted to VA let alone be bounced around. But she is snoring as usual now, so I think she is settling down.

But keep an eye out for new and improved things to come to Breezy Cranford Photography!!
Any way I think that is it except for the photos. So once Andy emails me the ones she took and I upload the others I will get them posted.

Phoenix Arizona and Imaging USA

I arrived in Phoenix yesterday about 200pm local time. After catching the bus to the light rail, figuring out the light rail tickets and hoping on the train in the right direction, I was on my way for my hotel.
Once in my room I called my husband, mom, sister and MIL (watching kids for me) to let them know I had arrived and that I would talk with them again soon.
I caught the shuttle to Mill Ave. to grab a bite to eat is is now 530 EST and I am starving. After waling around for a few, I finally decided on Hooters I was in the mood from some Wings. :D
I then came back to the room and called it a night. Emailed my clients and got everything in order for today.
On to today.
I went into Downtown a little early grabbed some breakfast and then wondered around with my camera for some shots.
I finally got over to the Sheraton and checked in for my class for Imaging USA.

The class was great! I have learned a lot and can't wait to implement it when I get back to Virgina. And this is only day ONE!!!

So with that said to all of you in Hampton Roads VA, be ready for some great things to come from Breezy Cranford Photography.
Mainly in High School Senior, Baby, Event and Wedding Photography!

I am looking for 2 senior Reps from East Montgomery High School and 2 from West Montgomery High School in Montgomery County, North Carolina.

I am also looking form 2 high school Reps in all High Schools located in the Hampton Roads Virginia area.
Each Rep will receive a Complimentary 120 minute Photography Session including indoor and outdoor poses. 50 referral bookmarks and $5 for every booked referral.
If you are interested in being a Rep please contact me ASAP for more information!
It is about time to call it a night.
Can't wait to update tomorrow!

Maddie and Matts Engagement Session

Engagement Session at Fort Story VA

Finally updating. I have been swamped lately but decided to quickly process a couple of images from tonights session. Can't wait to finish the rest of them.
Maddie and Matt are such a cute, fun and sweet couple. It was a pleasure to work with you guys. I wish you guys all the best in the future and with your wedding. Again if there are any shots that we didn't get let me know and we will get them :D

Lincoln Military Resident Holiday Special

November 16th, 2008
10am-6pm
Willoughby Recreation Center

Are you a Hampton Roads Lincoln Military Housing Resident? Are you looking for Christmas portrait options? If so then you have come to the right place!! I have incredible specials for anyone who lives in Military housing in the Hampton Roads area. Check them out below. If you are not military or do not live in housing please contace me for my regular holiday specials!!

Jingle Bell
* Up to 10 images to choose from
* 25 5X7 Custom Greeting Cards
* 5% off additional prints
$50

Snow Flake
* Up to 10 images to choose from
* 25 5X7 Custom Greeting Cards
* 2 5X7 Gift Prints
* 5% off additional Prints
$65

Reindeer
* Up to 10 images to choose from
* 25 5X7 Custom Greeting Cards
* 2 8X10 Gift Prints
* 2 5X7 Gift Prints
* 10% off additional Prints
$90

Snowman
* Up to 10 images to choose from
* 50 5X7 Custom Greeting Cards
* 1 11X14 Wall Portrait
* 2 8X10 Gift Prints
* 2 5X7 Gift Prints
* 16 Wallets
* 10% off additional Prints
$135

Santa Claus
* Up to 10 images to choose from
* 50 5X7 Custom Greeting Cards
* 1 11X14 Wall Portrait
* 2 8X10 Gift Prints
* 4 5X7 Gift Prints
* 4 4X5 Desk Prints
* 16 Wallets
* 10% off additional Prints
$175

All Collections include up to 30 minute Session
Up to 10 images will be processed and posted in online gallery
5 Greeting Card designs to choose from
All Greeting Cards must be same pose and design
Wallets can be 8 of 2 images each
Discounts are on additional prints only, does not apply to Canvas or albums

All Canvas on SALE!!!!

Past or future sessions that are booked, held, ordered and paid for by November 30 will receive
10% off any canvas
of your choosing.
My vendor is offering the sale to me and I am passing it along to you!!!
If you are a past client that would love to have an image taken by me on any size canvas, give me a call or email me and we will get that ordered right away.

If you are a new client, or one that is booked between now and Nov. 30th keep this in mind. I have several samples if you would like to see and touch them just let me know.

These make AWESOME Christmas presents too! So if you are looking for that perfect holiday gift, give me a call.
And a HUGE special right now is if you can order by Oct 31st, you will receive an addition 10% off!!!! How great is that?