This month, we're thrilled to feature one of our favorite faces on NAPCP as our member spotlight! Our members love her because of how passionate she is about our craft and our community. In our member spotlight this month, Andrea Halsey shares a glimpse...
After a recent family session at a local berry farm here, I was inspired to take my own children to pick berries and of course brought my camera to document the morning. We got to the farm before 7am and though it was early, it...
School’s out. Summer vacation is in. I am at peace. Can’t see the bottom of my desk, workspace, or mail bin But summer vacation is here. I am at peace. No hurrying out the door or waking up kids. Lazy days. I am at peace. My girls ...
The relationships I build over the years with my clients are priceless. I am so fortunate to have the opportunity to watch families grow and am so thrilled when I get the call that the baby I photographed as a newborn just two or three short...
The answer is yes! Considering I've always squirmed in front of the camera and never really thought I liked what I saw on film, I wanted to do a little research. I used to think it was only facial symmetry that made someone look stunning in...
I talk to so many moms who have trouble taking photos of their kids. Either the kids aren't interested in stopping to pose for a picture, or they get impatient holding the pose as mom tries over and over to get just one good shot....
So many of my clients stress over finding the "perfect look" for their session and I agree, it can be a bit stressful. It's hard to know what to wear, is the sitting going to be a more vintage look? Whimsy? Urban? All these things...
On June 20th - 23rd, 2010, NAPCP members gathered together to for our first annual Retreat in Napa. We emerged with a renewed commitment to our craft and forged lifelong friendships with the individuals who attended. This was an experience that celebrated who we are....
Many photographers are now offering high-resolution, digital files to their clients. Digital files are great to have for archiving purposes, to share with friends and family on the web, and to reprint from in the future. If you do choose to make prints on your...
And, we're back from Napa! What an exhilarating week it's been. Full of inspiring talks, serious girl bonding, and lots of fun! We'll be doing a full recap next week on the NAPCP blog. For now, here is a photo of our fabulous group (minus a...