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    Behind the Scenes…

    September 29, 2010 | Posted by ClaireSmith

    So you’ve just finished your session and are anxiously awaiting the proofs from your photographer. Now what? What goes on behind the scenes and why does it often take a couple weeks to see your proofs? Well, today you are getting just that; an inside look into how your pictures go from the photographer’s camera to the finished proofs. Editing is one of many important processes that allows each photographer to express their visual creativity and individuality when they are photographing your family. The editing process is often the most time consuming, and can take anywhere from 3-5 hours per session. However, you can trust that the finished result is something worth waiting for. After all, your photographer’s work with that bright pops of color or those classic black & white images that you were originally drawn to is probably one reason you hired them. Furthermore, the editing that is done to achieve that unique look is something that makes the pictures of your family not just a picture, but a work of art.

    Some before and after examples…

    mandy johnsonmandy johnson

    Home Movies

    September 26, 2010 | Posted by mandy johnson

    Capturing your family is priceless. Time is so fleeting and as much as we don’t ever want to forget those little things in life, we do. Our parents grow older and our lil babes grow up and make us grandparents! Making the decision to have a professional photography session is so important and one decision we guarantee you will never regret.
    One of the latest and greatest digital enhancements has been the ability to capture HD video with our professional digital SLR’s.  Home Movies combine the beautiful still images you are used you seeing with seconds of video capture before and after the image is captured.  These home movies allow us to take a step further in documenting your family’s most precious memories.

    Check out the latest in our Home Video Series taken with the Canon 5D MkII!

    Montgomery Family Home Movie from Catchlight Cinema & Photography on Vimeo.

    These home movies allow us to have so much fun at our sessions.  We laugh, play and create  new memories of your family just being YOU!

    Kristen the designerKristen the designer

    Happy Fridays: Feel Good Foods!

    September 24, 2010 | Posted by Kristen the designer

    Had a long day at work, or a stressful week at home? Ever just need a pick me up snack? This week’s post is all about feel good foods! Nine delicious treats that will also help reduce stress and calm those restless nerves by providing you with lots of vitamins and minerals. Plus most of the items listed are nutritious and healthy, so you won’t have to feel guilty for having an extra serving!

    1 – Blueberries – When tensions rise, grab a handful of blueberries. They’re bursting with vitamin C, which is what your body uses as fuel when your heart is racing. Crammed with tons of antioxidants (those molecules that fight free radicals that damage your cells), which repair and protect your body from the effects of stress.

    2 – Avocado -  A great nutritional enhancer that helps the body absorb other vital nutrients, avocados are filled with potassium and vitamin E, which can help when your nerves are in overdrive. Random tip: Florida avocados have more water and fewer calories than California varieties.

    3 – Sweet Potatoes – Not really a potato, these roots are good source of vitamin B6, which help support a wide range of activities in your nervous system and help give you a major dose of relaxation.

    4 – Oranges – Stress can delete your storage of vitamin C, which is something your body doesn’t produce naturally. Vitamin C helps your immune system function under stress more efficiently.

    5 – Bananas – Grab a banana for instant balance when life has you spinning of control. This naturally prepackaged fruit is full of potassium, a mineral that can help reduce tension.

    6 – Milk – Are your muscles tight and tension high? Milk’s calcium can be a soothing remedy for anxiety, and help you to restore tranquility. A small glass will also give you a dose of vitamin B2 when you’re feeling a little restless.

    7 – Almonds – Need a quick fix? Just a few almonds will keep your heart from racing when panic attacks. They help lower your blood pressure and keep oxygen flowing throughout the body.

    8 – Brown Rice – The right carbohydrates produce the right results. This delicious, nutty-flavored grain has compounds to relieve stress and anxiety while simultaneously improving concentration. It’s also great source of B complex vitamins and fiber.

    9 – Spinach – Spinach is the magic cocktail of all greens. It provides a huge amount of magnesium. Magnesium is a mineral that helps lower your stress level by keeping you in a calm state.

    Find other great articles on health, wellness, parenting, and great recipes at Kaboose.com! Happy Friday everyone!

    Stephanie BuckmanStephanie Buckman

    Baby Posing: Knowing what to look for in a newborn photographer

    September 22, 2010 | Posted by Stephanie Buckman

    So you’ve scoured the internet and just about every local photographer’s websites to find THE perfect photographer to expertly capture your impending sweet arrival and you’ve narrowed it down to your favorite few. So now what? When all else is equal, you need to get down to the nitty gritty. First and foremost when seeking a photographer, you want to make sure the photographer you choose will be experienced enough to capture your little one in all those cute poses safely. Although poses of little ones resting their chins on their hands or hanging and standing upright in sweet bundled sacs look adorable, what’s more important is that they’re done as safely as possible. After all, the subject and focus of these images is a priceless new bouncing bundle of joy.

    So without further ado, here’s a couple of tips for choosing a safe photographer:

    1) Ask questions. How long has your photographer been working with newborns? How many newborns have they photographed approximately? Does the photographer shoot with an assistant or will they ask or allow you to participate by spotting your baby in the setups?

    2) Do the babies in your photographer’s images look comfortable and not strained? A strained face, furrowed brow, colour change in the face (towards red or purple) or claw like fingers can be indicators that babies are experiencing various levels of discomfort though sometimes they can simply be characteristic of a baby in particular. Seeing a few of these characteristics in your photographer’s work is expected, but if the majority of their photographs look this way you may want to think twice.

    3) Has your photographer attended any newborn baby posing workshops? One of the best ways to ensure your photographer practices safe posing techniques is through their attendance at workshops aimed at teaching safe posing . When choosing a workshop, photographers should aim to learn from someone in the same position as themselves (for example learn from a solo photographer if you yourself photograph without a partner or assistant) with a background of experience or knowledge in physiology and safe handling techniques.

    The shots below are the result of another successful weekend for the Crafty Baby Workshops. This particular workshop hosted 6 participant photographers from across Canada and as far away as California and Atlanta as well as 7 adorable tiny newborn models ranging in age from 3 to 17 days of age. The morning started out with a blast… or two… or three… literally… from our oldest model Miss Morgan and we ended with a quick jaunt outdoors to photograph one sweet little soother loving boy in my new favorite prop and a field full of prickers. Day two was as much fun discussing all things business related as well as taking a quick trip into post processing, specifically how to achieve a great looking composite shot and tackling newborn skin tones amoung other things. But my favorite part of this weekend had to be the portfolio reviews and the chance to shower my out of country guests with a couple of treats unknown to them. I am still SHOCKED they don’t sell Smarties, Coffee Crisp, Crispy Crunch, Kinder Surprise, Five Alive, Ketchup or Dill pickle chips in the States. SERIOUSLY!

    Tracy Genovese RobinsonTracy Genovese Robinson

    Session Share: T-R-O-U-B-L-E

    September 19, 2010 | Posted by Tracy Genovese Robinson

    These sweet little sisters from Dallas came to stay with us over 4th of July weekend with their parents. It’s funny how they each reminded me of my girls- this first cutie patootie reminded me so much of Kaylee with a bit of mischief glinting beneath that sweet and innocent little face. My instincts were confirmed as she innocently threw her Dad’s iPhone in the pool at the party we were at… and apparently this wasn’t the first time something like that had happened :-) .

    I’ve always jokingly said  I am going to get a call from Kaylee when she is 16… she will have hitchhiked to Mexico on a whim with a band of gypsies and tattoo artists… and she’ll be at the top of a bridge ready to bungee jump tandem with Coolio. She’s just got that zest and love of life  every.single.day.  I wouldn’t be surprised if she brought her little friend below with her on an adventure or two…

    And her sister – a little more reserved and a little more shy like my sweet little Presley. You can tell she is sensitive and loves very deeply, just like Presley. Love these girls!



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