Category Archives: Senior Photographer

Mar 23 2010

Ali | 2010 Senior

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Ali’s senior session was actually scheduled for last fall, but we had to postpone it due to the weather.  We ended up pushing it back until spring, since we were already at the end of the fall foliage season anyway.  I’d hoped we’d have *something* blooming but luck was not with us.  As I was driving up Green Mt. to meet Ali for her session last week, there was a large, dark cloud hovering in the distance.  I kept hoping it wasn’t hanging over Green Mt., but of course it was.  Other than a couple of raindrops before we got started, the weather ended up working perfectly.  I love a cloudy day when there’s a nice soft light peeking through the clouds.

I loved working with Ali … she was so easy going with a natural beauty and a gorgeous smile. :)

Check out Ali’s gorgeous mane of hair!

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Mar 22 2010

Madisen | 2010 Senior

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First, a few side notes.  Spring Break was a busy week, so be sure to tune in over the next few days for a the rest of my sneak-peek-a-palooza!  Also, I announced the first annual Pre-Prom mini sessions on Friday evening … and they filled up within hours, so I added a fourth spot … which also filled up immediately.  These Pre-Prom mini sessions are exclusive to my senior clients, as a way of saying thank you for your business.  I’m so excited about these and hope to make them an annual event.

Also coming soon, I’ll be announcing the details of a new series of limited edition “Senior Friends” mini sessions.  This will give you and your friends one more opportunity to get together as a group and capture some memories before you head off to college.  You’ll be able to split the specially priced session fee and each receive a couple of keepsake photographs to mark the event.  Stay tuned!

And now, on with the first sneak peek!

When I met Madisen for her senior session last week during spring break, we’d hoped to have some, well, spring-like weather.  Unfortunately we got cooler temps and cloudy skies instead.  That’s ok though, I can still work with cloudy and Madisen was a really good sport about the cold weather.   Madisen was a lot of fun to work with and every bit as sweet as she is beautiful. :)   Enjoy your sneak peek!

I forgot to add a little behind-the-scenes story to Madisen’s session.  See that cute red dress she’s wearing?  Well she also had the most adorable floral print shoes on.  And when I asked her if she’d mind taking her shoes off for a few shots, she was all for it.  Course we didn’t expect one of her shoes to fall into the water and float away!  Luckily we were able to catch the run-away shoe and rescue it. :)

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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!  :)

website preview image

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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.

Senior Image

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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

Winter Newsletter

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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 21 2009

Slideshow | Tara – 2010 Senior

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Forgot to post Tara’s slideshow!  Sorry for making you wait, Tara.  Enjoy. :)

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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?!

erica

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Nov 12 2009

Paige | 2010 Senior (pt.2)

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Remember this seriously stunning senior from earlier this year?  Well this past weekend we had the second part of her senior session out at her farm.  Paige asked if we could get some pictures with her and her horse … um, YES!  I was practically giddy when I saw their huge field with gorgeous trees and behind us a pasture full of cows.  The light was *perfection* so I was thrilled.

Do you know Paige?  Are you a senior?  She’s one of my 2010 Senior Models … ask her for a card with a special offer for your senior portraits. :)

paige_1

Paige’s mom asked if I could get some shots of all three girls together … well, of course!  Their Dad better invest in a very large, very heavy bat to keep the boys away from these three stunners.  Seriously he might just need to skip the bat and invest in a very high electric fence with lots of high voltage current. ;)   Even though Mom wasn’t planning to be in the pictures, I talked her into just a couple with her girls.  Clearly gorgeous-ness runs in the family.

paige_02

Pssssst … are you a 2010 junior?  Are you outgoing, friendly, involved in lots of extra curricular activities?  Wanna earn a free photo session and free prints?  Email me if you’re interested in being one of next year’s Senior Models.  I’ll be looking for up to 2 seniors each from various local schools.  Email me for details: marla@marlalaramie.com

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Nov 10 2009

Jared | 2010 Senior

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We were supposed to have Jared’s session this week, but with all the leaves falling from the trees early we decided to push things up a week.  To fit it into the schedule, I had Jared and his mom meet me last Thursday morning.  I forgot how much I really do enjoy that early morning light.  We were in luck, although there were a lot of leaves already on the grown, there was still just enough fall color left.  We did some shots with the leaves and woods, to fit in with Jared’s love of hunting and fishing.  Afterwards we headed downtown to mix in some urban shots.  It was fun using some of my favorite downtown spots at a totally different time of day.  I love how it completely changes the look of things.  Did I mention how much I love light?  Ok, so I veered off topic a bit.  Anyway,  I love the variety we captured and I hope you do too.

jared

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Nov 09 2009

Liz | 2010 Senior

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Last week I met Liz and her mom for her senior pictures.  They wanted to capture the beautiful fall colors before the leaves were all gone for the year.  We had a lot of fun and still managed to find a few hardy leaves that hadn’t given in to the wind yet.  Liz is an artist (and a very talented one from what I saw!) so she wanted to get some pictures of her doing what she loves … sketching.  Afterward we quickly headed downtown for some urban shots before the sun set.  I had so much fun with Liz and her mom, and we lucked out with some gorgeous weather!

liz

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Nov 06 2009

Cousins | 2010 Seniors

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Earlier this year I photographed both of these senior guys separately.  When it was time to schedule the second part of their sessions, we decided to combine them into one so we could get some shots of them together.  Their moms tell me that Blake and Ashly have been photographed together all their lives and are just three days apart in age.  So on Sunday I headed out to Blake’s farm and was thrilled to see they still had a lot of gorgeous fall color.  Here are a few from their session.

blake_ashly

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Oct 30 2009

Emily H. | 2010 Senior (pt. 2)

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Remember this stunning senior?  We did the first part of her session way back in early August.  She asked if we could split her session in two parts so that she could get some pictures with her sweet horse.  One of my favorite things is capturing seniors doing what they love, so of course I said YES.  Last Sunday I followed them out to their farm and was met with yet another beautiful piece of property to work with.  I was thrilled to see another rustic barn, too.  I think my favorite part was the old truck by the barn.  I was in photographer HEAVEN.  :)   After we did some shots of Emily with her horse and her fancy dress (love that contrast), as she was walking back to her truck to get changed I noticed a patch of amazing sunlight.  Of course I made her stop and let me get some shots there, too!  I think you’ll agree it was worth it. :)

emily_b

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Oct 29 2009

Sarah | Senior Session, part two

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I love getting to try new locations and places, so when Sarah asked if we could do the second part of her senior session at her friends’ farm, I was all for it. And let me tell you, it was so worth it! When we arrived I discovered that Sarah’s friends have a gorgeous 250 acres with lovely rolling hills, stunning fall color already, and another of my favorites –lots of tall, brush. And need I tell any of my regular readers how thrilled I was to see an old rustic barn on their property?! The afternoon wouldn’t have been complete without our race to the top of the hills in her friends’ truck so we could capture the warm, golden sunset light.

By the way, Sarah is one of my senior models for Sparkman HS, so if you know her and haven’t had your senior portraits taken yet, be sure to ask her for a card with a special offer. ;)

sarah_b

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