Congrats to James and Lauren!

Lauren Lunsford married James Evans April 25, 2009 at the Beautiful Church of our Savoir located off Mandarin Road. If you have ever been on Mandarin Road you know how beautiful all the tall oak trees are and Mandarin is well known for them. Located just next to the church was a beautiful field with lots of trees and pretty greenery. I was driving home late Friday evening and while I was pumping gas I saw a cool, bright blue Parasol in the window and thought how cute! As I thought more about it the next morning while I was packing up my gear I thought how cute would it be to have the bridesmaids all holding their own. So, on my way to Mandarin I stopped and they only had one left! :( These things were hot that morning apparently because I was only able to buy the one left they had. I told Lauren to just have fun with it and she did! The bridemaids were helping her out but she really didn't need it. So then I thought I bet I could get James to do a few as well. He was a hoot! The groomsmen were alot of help with all their ideas as well. Then of course I photographed them together with it after the ceremony. I am excited to create a full page spread for their album. I will post it up here as well so everyone can see! Can you tell I was really excited about this Parasol? So, I met Lauren and James at Bre's wedding which I also photographed about three years ago. At that time Lauren and James had only been dating about 3 months. Lauren caught the bouquet and James caught the garter! It was totally meant to be and I am glad I was there to witness this grand event! Below are just a few faves!

Lee and Lindsay are MARRIED!!!

Lindsay Schuster and Lee Coughlin are now Mr. and Mrs. Lee Coughlin! On April 18, 2009 they tied the knot! Their wedding was at the gorgeous St. John's Cathedral Church located downtown. The reception was held at the Main Library downtown in the courtyard. They were a great couple to work with! I have known Lindsay for many years and it was great to be a part of her special day! Their beautiful cake was made by Angie's Cakes located on the southside. Not only was it beautiful but also the BEST cake I have ever had! Below are some of my favorites from the wedding day!

Church: St. John's Cathedral
Reception: Main Library Courtyard
Cake: Angies Cakes
Dj: Y Entertainment David Hanscom
Coordinator: Jenny Daetwiler with "The Finale"

This is what you get when you say

"Give me Gangsta"

Bartrum Family Session

I did a double session out at Talbot that day and next to arrive was The Bartrums! They wore purple which I have never shot out at Talbot before and it rocked! Kyra wore a beautiful purple dress which blew in the wind! She totally blew any princess out of the water! Literally, she got in the water! It was like a practice round for her future "Trash the Dress" session! She sure did keep me on my toes the entire time! She was so fascinated by all the trees and little puddles of water and shells. It was definitely worth the work, she did an awesome job! Below are some of my favorites!

Sticking her tongue out at Chris!

Priceless!

Brady Family Session

Ivory Brady and I go way back! We originally went to x-ray school together and then on to Ultrasound School. We have known each other for 10 years! After school she moved up north to practice Ultrasound and just recently moved back to Jax! She is now an instructor at our school. We went out to Big Talbot Island for a Family shoot of her, her mom, her sister and her little man "TJ." At first TJ wanted nothing to do with the sand or photos. But when it was his turn to shoot by himself he was a hoot! I did not pose him- it was like he just knew what to do! Ivory has been taking him for photos alot so he was a natural! My favorites are the ones he is belly laughing in! Although I did not record his laugh I think you will be able to "hear" what I am talking about! Below are some of my favorites!

Maternity Session!

Jaclyn is pregnant with her first baby! "It's A Girl!" Jaclyn was a dream in front of the camera! Her eyes popped in every shot! Below are some of my favorites!

New Portrait Packages!

New Portrait Packages for 2009!!

Element 1:

This includes up to (5) images retouched

(1) 24x36 wall portrait

(4) 8x10 prints

(5) 5x7 prints

$ 600.00 plus tax

Element 2:

This includes up to (3) images retouched

(1) 16x20 wall portrait

(4) 8x10 prints

(3) 5x7 prints

$ 450.00 plus tax

Element 3:

This includes up to (2) images retouched

(1) 16x20 wall portrait

(2) 8x10 prints

(2) 5x7 prints

$ 300.00 plus tax

Element 4:

This includes (1) image retouched

(2) 8x10 prints

(3) 5x7 prints

$ 150.00

Al a carte items can be added to any above package

A package must be purchased in order to purchase from the al a carte menu

5x7 print $22.00

8x10 print $35.00

11x14 print $55.00

12x12 print $79.00

16x20 print $225.00

20x20 print $260.00

You have the option of endura photo paper or metallic paper for all print sizes!

A disc of all images from your portrait session allowing you to print up to an 8x10 print size

$350.00

Purchasing individual digital files

$35.00 per file

I have lowered my prices to help ensure everyone can afford quality photography!

Call today to book your 2009 photo session!

Referral Bonuses!

Alot of my new clients are referred to me from past clients and I LOVE that! Word of mouth is the best advertisement anyone could ask for! Well, in case you didn't know I REWARD for this!
Below are two great ways to get FREE PRODUCTS!!!

(1) Anyone who is currently a client with Element Photographic or a potential new client that refers another client to me for a portrait session gets a FREE 8x10 print. When the new client holds their sessi0n they also receive a FREE 8x10 print. Just have them mention your name and I will be in contact with you!

(2) Anyone who is currently a client with Element Photographic or a potential new client that refers a wedding to Element Photographic and they book their wedding date gets a FREE portrait session on location or in studio. This is good for 6 months from the Wedding Clients booking!


So, make a list of everyone you know and send them the link to my website and my BLOG!!!

I look forward to all new clients of 2009!!!

Kelly~

"Calling all Seniors!"

Hello to all!

I am looking for a few good men or women! I am trying to increase my senior portfolio and thought why not run a contest!!!

The first three people to respond to this blog and respond with " I want to be one of Element's First Seniors" will receive a $99.00 photo special! Tell me alittle bit about yourself ie: hobbies, favorite colors, area of town, your style!

This session includes:
- 2 hour on location shoot
-unlimited outfit changes
-retouching
-%50.00 off all orders!

Are you an upcoming Senior?
Is your child an upcoming Senior?
Do you know an upcoming Senior?

If you answered YES to any of the above, forward this blog to them and have them include your name and email address in the email and you get 50% your session fee!

This special ends May 1st at 12:00 midnight.

I look forward to all of your responses!

My email is kelhoward@bellsouth.net


Kelly
Owner/Photographer
www.ElementPhotographic.com

Smith Family Session

This is Georgette, Casey and Cannon. I photographed their wedding two years ago and little baby Cannon as a newborn. This is their first family shoot since Cannon was little bitty! He did a great job out there on the beach. The nats we getting bad when we got out there and I felt so bad for the little guy but he stuck it out and was a trooper! Until, we got to the naked pics on the cold sand! He was not really happy after that point until he was dressed again and in Daddy's arms! Below are some of my faves!

Grayson and Cam Easter Fun!

Grayson is a current member of my baby plan. We did his 9 month photos on Friday and he as always was a little ham! We also had Cam jump in for a few for pictures in their Easter outfits. He loved seeing his reflection in the mirror and was blowing spit bubbles at himself! He also was trying to eat the Easter grass in the basket and some of his facial expressions were priceless! Check them out below!