Category Archives: Madison Senior Photographer

Mar 09 2010

Coming Soon | A Preview

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Just like clock-work, every year between January and March, I get the urge to do some spring cleaning.  Not the kind of spring cleaning most people do, certainly not [gasp] house cleaning.  No, for me its website spring cleaning!  You may have noticed that while I blog most of my sessions (eventually), I *rarely* update my main website.  Have you looked at it lately?  Its sadly out of date.  I photographed a slew of 2010 seniors but most of those happened after last year’s website overhaul.  See what a vicious little circle it is?!  I tend to only update my main site about once a year, so its definitely that time again.

I’ve been hard at work on a new website, completely overhauled, updated, reworked, and refreshed.  Its *almost* done, just putting some finishing touches on it, then I’ll unveil it in the coming weeks.  And when I do, expect some kind of giveaway  just for the heck of it (I’m not above bribery).  Oh and good news if you’re on a slower internet connection, the new site will have a mirror HTML site for you, too.  And as if that isn’t enough … an super-cool new iphone version is coming too.

I’ve made a couple of small changes to my product offerings this year, so be sure to check back for some product shots of my new, fabulous, and ever-so-modern session album.  I am seriously in *love* with it and I know you will be too.

Also, 2010 Senior clients … be watching your inbox for something extra special and ultra-top-secret.

Oh and 2011 Seniors … I’ve still got a few openings left for Senior Models.  Don’t wait too long to apply, I’ll be closing applications next month.

Here’s a little sneak-peek screen cap of the new website … enjoy!  :)

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Feb 19 2010

Blog Contest Winner Announced | Huntsville Senior Photographer

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First, lets get a few business details out of the way!  I’d like to remind everyone that the search for 2011 Senior Spokesmodels is still under way.  The response so far has been fantastic and I’m super excited about working with next year’s seniors!  I can’t wait to introduce you to all of them. :)   Look for sneak peeks for their mini sessions coming up in the next couple of months.  If you think you’d be a great fit, check the details of the blog post below this one and apply! Don’t wait too long, spots are already filling up very quickly.  Deadline to apply is April 30th (or sooner if spots are filled).

Also, a few reminders about ongoing promotions …

  • 2010 seniors who still need to book a session, receive $25 off your session fee now through 3/31/10.
  • 2011 seniors, get a jump on scheduling your session, receive $50 off your session fee, now through 3/31/10.  Session dates eligible are May – November 2010.
  • Personalized Graduation cards: Buy 2 boxes, get the 3rd box free (25 cards/envelopes per box), now through 2/28/10

I’d like to thank everyone who participated and voted in the recent blog contest!  It was a huge success and a lot of fun.  Stay tuned for another (smaller) contest soon, where everyone is eligible to win.

And the winner of the blog contest for the 16×20 gallery wrapped canvas is … #20.  Congratulations to Kolton and his family!!  I’ll be in touch soon to work out the details.

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Feb 09 2010

Senior Model Search | Huntsville Senior Photographer

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As I mentioned previously in my latest newsletter, I have started the search for 2011 senior models.  I’ve had an amazing group of 2010 senior models!  I’ve had a blast getting to know each one of them, shooting their sessions, and working together this school year.  And I know the 2011 seniors will be every bit as fabulous.  As a current junior you might be thinking it seems a tad early to be worrying about the next school year … but it’s not!  I schedule a mini session for each senior model, in the early spring of your junior year.  This gives us plenty of time to show off your pictures to friends and classmates (who will of course then want to book their sessions with yours truly!).  Then to round things out we’ll do a regular session in the summer of your senior year (or early fall).   I’ll be accepting (2) 2011 seniors from each local area high school.

What’s in it for you, you ask?

  • spring mini session
  • mini proof book
  • personalized biz cards
  • fall session
  • $25 print credit per referral
  • 3 pics for Facebook
  • compete for cool prizes

All.  FREE.  Yep, that’s right.  FREE.

What’s the catch?  Well, you have to do a little work.  You have to show off your gorgeous pictures, hand out your personalized cards, and coerce encourage your friends and classmates to book their senior session with Marla Laramie Photography.  Yep.  That’s it.

What kind of senior makes a great senior model?  I’m looking for 2011 seniors who are enthusiastic, fun, energetic, motivated, outgoing, social, and involved.

Interested?  APPLY HERE (parent permission required).  Deadline to apply is April 30th.

Download the Senior Model info sheet.

****Reminder***** Tomorrow is the last day to get your vote in for the contest!  Also, one vote per person please.  Duplicate votes will not be counted. :)

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Feb 03 2010

Winter Newsletter | Huntsville Senior Photographer

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Not signed up for the newsletter (gasp!  go sign up, over there in the sidebar!)?  Signed up but didn’t receive it (check your spam/junk folder)?  Never fear, you can see it here, too.  Just click on the link below to view.

Winter Happenings

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Feb 02 2010

A Contest & A Vote | Huntsville Senior Photographer

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It’s that time of year, its January,  and I need something to distract me from how cold I am!  2009 was a fabulous year for my business.  I had a lot of fun and have some cool images to show for it.  :) I thought this little contest would be a fun way to highlight some of my favorite senior images from 2009 … and give them a chance to win a drop-dead-gorgeous 16×20 gallery-wrapped canvas to hang on their walls.

I had such a hard time narrowing these down!!  I had so many images that I loved for 2009.  I hope you love them as much as I do.

Ok, so here’s the deal.  Wanna win the 16×20 canvas?  All you have to do is receive the most votes for your image.  So what are the rules?  You can email friends/family and ask them to vote.  You can ask your Facebook friends.  You can call/text your friends and ask them to vote.  That’s it.  You can’t ask for votes on forums and such.  Play fair, k?

Here’s how to vote:   leave a comment with your favorite image number here on this blog post, via email (info@marlalaramie.com), on my Facebook page, or tweet @marlalaramie.  The contest ends next Tuesday, February 9th at midnight, CST.  One vote per person only, please!

Now go out and solicit those votes.  :)

To view the images, click on the first thumbnail to bring up the gallery.

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Nov 19 2009

Erica | 2010 Senior (pt. 2)

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I met Erica last spring when we did the first part of her Senior Model session.  It was a really overcast day and we ran out of light quickly.  This time around we had plenty of light … too much in some areas, and dappled light too.  Still, I dug deeper and found the best pockets of light I could and I think the end result is some fabulous images! Last time around we went for the urban look so this time we headed to a woodsy trail for some nature shots.  :)

Are you a Bob Jones senior who hasn’t had your senior pictures done yet?  Be sure to ask Erica for a card with a special offer!

Doesn’t she have the most stunning eyes and gorgeous smile?!

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Nov 09 2009

New Contest | Win a $25 Gift Card to Monaco Theaters at Bridge Street

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Did you know I have a Facebook fan page?  Did you know you can participate?  I know, I know, I usually just post sneak peeks and the occasional tid-bit of news.  But I’d like to start making the page more interactive.  That means I need YOU to go over and see what’s going on … make a comment or two, tell me what you’d like to see in the future, ask me photography questions, whatever!

To get things started I’m kicking it off with a new contest to get us ready for Thanksgiving.  This has been such an incredible year for my business, it has grown by leaps and bounds.  I feel very blessed to have met so many wonderful people.  I’ve also been very blessed personally with an amazing husband and two beautiful daughters that I am thankful for almost every day.  ;)

Ok.  So.  Seniors (Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors are eligible, too!), here are the contest details.  Get your camera out and take a picture (nothing fancy, just a snapshot) of someone or something you are thankful for. You can also use a photo you’ve already taken if you’d like. Either way, email it to me at marla@marlalaramie.com by November 21st.  I’ll post the best ones on FB to be voted on. The winner gets a $25 gift card to Monaco Theaters at Bridge Street!!

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Oct 11 2009

Slideshow | Emily L. – 2010 Senior

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Look for mini session announcements tomorrow.  Current clients you should have the details in your email box already, if not check your spam folder.  Email or call (509-2662) for details.

One more for Emily L. and her slideshow. :)   Enjoy!

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Sep 17 2009

Slideshow | Mac – 2010 Senior

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I’m totally late getting this slideshow up … sorry to keep you waiting, Mac. :)

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Sep 05 2009

Emily L. | 2010 Senior

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When I met Emily for her senior session recently I was so impressed.  This is a girl who knows what she wants to do in life and how she’s going to get there!  I remember being this age (way too long ago) and I had no idea what I wanted to study or what career path I wanted to take.  I’m in awe of these amazing seniors I’ve met this summer … so many of them know exactly where they want to go in life already.  Anyway.  Thanks for hanging out with me, Emily, I had a blast!

I love how one of my favorite locations is already beginning to look like fall!

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While I LOVE the black & white version, you definitely have to pop over to Facebook and see the color version … the light hitting Emily’s beautiful blond hair is just gorgeous.

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I love her reflective look here … do you suppose she’s thinking about what the future will hold? :)

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Aug 14 2009

Mac | 2010 Senior

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Mac spends a lot of his free time over at Bridgestreet, so he thought it would make a great location for his senior pictures.  I have to agree, it was a perfect spot.  We scheduled his session for early in the morning, before the mall opened, so we wouldn’t have to deal with the usual crowds of shoppers.  Usually I love to shoot in the late afternoon, when the sun is coming down and the light is all warm and golden.  I’d forgotten how beautiful the early morning light is, too.  I’ll have to drag myself out of bed early more often!

Mac mentioned that he doesn’t usually like pictures of himself.  I said I’d take that as a challenge!  So how’d I do?!

One of my favorite shots and one of my favorite spots from this session.

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Never again will I doubt the beauty of morning sunlight.

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Another fave!

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A nice close-up and a smile … just for mom. :)

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And a little bit of silly fun!

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Aug 13 2009

Grad Announcements that are YOU | 2010 Seniors

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Hey 2010 Seniors, did you know that you can order personalized grad announcements?  Of course you can always get the traditional, formal announcements through your school and add wallets.  But did you know you have options?!  Ask me about CUSTOMIZED 5×7 photo cards for grad announcements.  And if you pre-order at least two sets (25 per box, includes envelopes) you get your third set FREE.  Deadline to take advantage of the promotion is September 10th.

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Aug 08 2009

Audrey | Slideshow

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Jul 17 2009

Emily | 2010 Senior

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Remember Chandler and his absolutely adorable girlfriend Emily from couple of posts back?  Well Emily had her own session a few days ago.  She mentioned in her senior questionnaire that she is a big Taylor Swift fan, so I knew we’d hit it off. :)   I really enjoyed getting a chance to focus on Emily this time around.  Emily is a cheerleader, and it really shows through in her friendly personality.  I’ll keep this post short tonight so I can get these posted.  Thanks for waiting so patiently, Emily!

Striking eyes, no?

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Emily is equally beautiful with her serious look and with her lovely smile. :)

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Love how the sunlight just skims her hair here.  And did I mention her gorgeous eyes?!

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Jul 16 2009

Audrey | 2010 Senior

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Audrey is the latest of another fabulous senior that I’ve photographed lately.  She also happens to be adored by my two girls, who love when she comes to babysit!  It was yet another hot and steamy afternoon for Audrey’s session but she dealt with it like a total pro.  She even had to contend with the mosquitos that kept attacking her and still had a ready smile.  She’s beautiful, polished, and sweet as can be.  Did I mention what a great group of seniors I’ve had so far for 2010?!  Audrey brought along her older sister, Joni –who is also beloved by my girls and tag-team babysits with Audrey.  Joni acted as my assistant and did a fantastic job, I might add.  Thanks again to both of you, I had a blast!

I was love, love, loving the light in this spot and how the sun was hitting her hair.

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And of course I can never resist a chance to capture a little sunflare!

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I love the softness of this one, and her sweet, thoughtful expression.

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A little flirty fun!

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Does she have the most stunning eyes, or what?!

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And how could I resist a chance to get some shots with equally gorgeous big sis?!  They reminded me of my girls, who are also as different looking as day and night. :)

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