A Pleasant Surprise!

Yesterday was a particularly stressful day for me. However, that all changed as if by magic upon receiving an unexpected email from one of my clients, Karen Anderson, for whom I had recently photographed her champion Collie.

In her note, Karen informed me that she had reserved a full page in the show catalog for the Collie Club of America's upcoming National Specialty featuring one of my portraits. Upon inspection, I also found a pleasant surprise in the form of a special "thank you" and plug for me?! Needless to say, it made my day and reminded me of why I chose photography as my occupation. It also is why I am writing to you all now...

Now more than ever, I feel privileged to be a photographer. And, it is because of clients like you and Karen that I continue to love what I do. In turn, it is my hope that I can bring some joy to your lives. Let me begin by saying those two magic words: THANK YOU for being clients of TRR Photography!

Now Showing: The Sexy Side of TRR Photography

It began with an innocent comment by one of my male executive clients, and now I am pleased to announce the creation of my new website featuring the sexy side of TRR Photography: www.letyoursexyout.com!

While the site is still a work in progress, it is my hope that it will become a forum and resource for women like you and me--women who juggle their family and professional lives on a daily basis, but who also are proud to be women. Thus, if you know of a product or person that I ought to feature on the Let Your Sexy Out Blog, please let me hear from you. My email address is: trrphotography@intermind.net.

For now, I invite you to sit down with your favorite beverage and visit the website to experience it for yourself. And as always, your feedback is appreciated. Again, Let Your Sexy Out is about real women--women like you.

Joining the Digital Club

So, you just got your first digital camera for Christmas and are now asking yourself,"What's a pixel?" Don't feel bad. For most folks, there is a learning curve when it comes to digital capture, especially if you are over 50 and have only known film cameras.

I, however, have good news for you. Everything you ever wanted to know about digital photography--from getting up and running to sharing on the web--has been addressed in the book In Easy Steps: Digital Photography for Seniors by Nick Vandome. Don't be fooled by the title though, this book actually is a must read for anyone just joining the digital club. I especially like the "Hot Tips" featured throughout. What's more, the size, illustrations and layout of the paperback make it a handy desk resource.

As a professional photographer, I am frequently asked for tips on common issues that beguile novices from brightening dull photos to making photos crisper. And these, too, are covered in this book using Photoshop Elements. As a bonus, Digital Photography for Seniors (for over 50s) also discusses sharing photos on the web using online sites such as Facebook.

All in all, this book makes the perfect companion to your first digital camera. And with a list price of just $14.99, it's cheaper than the batteries you just purchased!

Facebook Fridays

With the start of a new year and new decade here, it's time to update your image. And, what better way to do so than with a new portrait?

Yes, you can attract new "friends" and impress old ones with a professional image by yours truly. Even better, throughout the month of January you and a friend may enjoy one of my Facebook Friday sessions (not limited to Fridays) at TRR Photography for the price of one!

This special session comes with two enhanced images--each specifically formatted in the square crop for use on Facebook--for you and a friend for only $79.

So, bring a friend and plan to have some fun! To book your session, just drop me a line at trrphotography@intermind.net, subject line: Facebook Fridays.

The 2010 Calendars are HIP!

Once again Marathon Press has come through for me. My 2010 calendar is a winner, and I hope that you will agree.

Featuring both personal and professional work as usual, the 2010 calendar is nonetheless unique. Having become bored with the more traditional format, I thought it would be fun to be square this year. As Huey Lewis once chanted, "It's hip to be square." At least, I think it works for the calendar. The major challenge was deciding how to crop and present the 14 images which resulted in some pleasant surprises! You, however, may be the final judge by letting me know which format you like best.

The calendar will be mailed out next week to existing clients and Facebook Fans of TRR Photography with our compliments. To confirm that you are on the Nice List, please drop me a line, along with your current mailing address, at trrphotography@intermind.net. While the supply lasts, additional copies may be purchased for $20 each.

It's Family Portrait Season!

It's family portrait season! With cooler days here and the holidays just around the corner, Fall is the perfect time of year to update your family portraits. Whether it be just the kids or the whole clan, TRR Photography is here for you to create your most cherished art for your home or office as well as gifts for your circle of family and friends.

And as if that were not reason enough to book a session, I will personally create a custom holiday card using your favorite image and give you a box of 25 cards as my gift to you. To receive this session bonus, you only need to book your session between now and November 15th.

There is no time like the present, so call me at 702-889-4011 to schedule your complimentary portrait consultation before Fall, like the wind, comes and goes.

Photoshop World Conference & Expo

Starting October 1st, you will find me at Mandalay Bay for three days of Photoshop, Photoshop and more Photoshop with the gods of the medium at Photoshop World. And with over 100 classes to choose from, it doesn't get any better than this!

Catering to professional photographers and graphic artists worldwide, this live learning experience is a must for anyone who uses Photoshop and wants to stay on the cutting-edge of the his/her craft. I only attended the expo last year, but vowed then not to make that same mistake twice. Don't get me wrong, there is something for every enthusiast at the tradeshow.

For those of you who are interested in attending the tradeshow, I'd be happy to get you a pass. Hobby photographers, in particular, will enjoy the show demos conducted on the floor each day of the conference.

With so many great classes offered, it may take me a couple days just to come up with a game plan for myself. Although, even for this task, the NAPP team has created a PDF to make the job easier--they think of everything. Now, if I could just find my "Gone Fishing" sign for the studio door...