Workshop 2011

Ok, here we go!  Workshop is scheduled for February 26, 2011.  I had a little video that Dalyn and I shot yesterday but I can't even get it on the computer!  Is it me or is the computer changing constantly.  It's like you have to educated yourself daily because is always changing.  In a good way, you can do many more things and have all these options but I'm like where did this come from....wait should I click that!  So, enough about that! 
The workshop will be held here at my studio.  I posted on facebook and asked around about it and I receive various responses so, I though why not let's just do it!  I have to admit I'm trepidatious about it but everyone has to overcome fear and I know I can do this. After much thought, I decided that the first chapter needs to be about the camera.  How to shoot, exposure, composition, and just a good understanding of this marvelous machine that can freeze time and record our lives.  So, if you got a camera for Christmas and you want to make the most of it, or if you want to go into photography as a business, this workshop is for you.

For all the information go to http://www.kristichappellphoto.com/ and click on workshop.  Call me to reserve your seat at 256-546-1992 or shoot me an email photobykristi@comcast.net.  Any questions let me know! The workshop is an investment of $250.  There is a $100 deposit to secure your seat.  Limited seats are available!  The deposit is due by January 31st, the rest is due by February 18, 2011.  But like I said all its on my my website including the schedule. 

Happy Thursday!

Christmas and Rocking the Microphone!

We had a fabulous white Christmas.  Of course I missed my brother, he had his first Christmas in Heaven but, I'm sure he was with us in spirit. The babies are what entertains the adults during our celebration.......luckily Landri and Brady have made it through my mother not eating them up so ma bey Kinley has a chance.  I'm not real sure!  I have put together a slide show of the Henson side of the family.  I took both DSLR and the point and shoot, Canon of course.  I love to document but as Erin and I spoke about your like HOLD ON let me get my gear and you whoop around your well....big gun...canon.  It's sometimes hindering when your trying to socialize with the babies.  I normally shoot this type of situation on a high ISO and a slow shutter speed. Yes, you get blurry pics sometimes but it also gives a feel to it so I just rock it that way so I'm not constantly flashing everyone.  I can not believe that it snowed on Christmas, how awesome is that! It was beautiful! And so was my time with my family!

                                                                  Jenny in the snow!

                                                           Me and my Dad.

                              I know, Dalyn does not have a jacket on...he put one on later.

                                                                    Snow fun!

Did I mention that I learned to rock the microphone, because I did, I rocked it! This is one of Dalyn's gift from Santa.

                                                                        The girls!

Erin, Kinley and Blake.

                                                    
                                                              My mother playing with Kinley.

My beautiful sister.

                                                           Brady James and Landri.

Dalyn and I.

This is Chris and Leslie, this reminds me of my brother...he ALWAYS put my Barbie stuff together.

                                                          Daddy and his BFF Lucy.

Shane and Devin doing what they always do....aggravateing each other.

Click here to view the rest!  Now let's bring in the NEW YEAR!! The new year also brings a Kristi Chappell Photography Workshop on February 26, 2011.  Details brought to you soon!

High School Sweethearts!

Meet Lauren and her fiance Daniel.  They both grew up around Gadsden and graduated from Southside High School.  Like Shane and I, they were high school sweethearts. Not only did they go to the same school, their parents have been friends since they were young.  They vacationed at the beach together and also attended the same church for many years.  They grew up together!  And here they are, still going strong. 
Lauren attended Auburn University and is now a second grade teacher, I can tell by her sweetness that she has to be wonderful at what she does.  Daniel will graduate in May from Auburn as well, with a degree in civil engineering. Which, I totally admire, you have to be one smart cookie to design all of those different things......and them work right.
The wedding is set for June 4, 2011.  That is when they will begin a fresh new journey at Southside Baptist Church.  I'm beyond thrilled to photograph their wedding, they are a gorgeous couple!  To see for yourself click here to view the entire slide show of their engagement session.

New Frame Line is Here!

Click here to view slideshow of new frames. Call me if you would like one!

Laura Lee and Brandon Wedding

Click here to view slide show of Laura Lee and Brandon's wedding album
Testing out my new slide show thingy.....there is a learning curve to everything!

Meet Emma and Madilyn

These twins girls.....peas in a pod were two weeks old at the time of the session. The proud mom and dad are Clay and Jennifer. I have photographed their engagement, Jen's bridal, the wedding, one year anniversary and now the newest additions to their family. I have so enjoyed documenting so many different steps of their growing world! I appreciate them letting me be apart of it.

Funny story, years ago when I decided I was "camera ready", I started with ball teams. The very first place I went was to a practice ball field close to my house where I knew many of the people there, which I thought would help with someone giving me a chance with starting my dream I dreamed up. After gathering my nerves and getting my little speech together, one of the very if not the very first person I went up to was Sharon, Jennifer's mom. I just thought how interesting the connection of how we have all grown together. I'm looking forward to seeing the girls and their family continue to grow.....it's awesome to be apart of people lives. I love my job! Enjoy the slide show....just click on the link below.

http://www.shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555641676965

Question from Kristi

I blogged in the last post how I vowed to become better about blogging, with this in mind, I have a question to past, present and even future clients...and photogs too if wish to comment.

I'm notorious for making things harder than they have to be ( Shane loves that about me) so as I finished up a session, I would like to just flow with the work flow and finish up with a blog post but I don't feel I need to post images if the clients have not seen them. I just noticed that ma bey this is part of my blog problem, I get confused on who I have or have not posted. So, the question is, what is your opinion about me post some of your images if you have not seen your slide show or viewed your images. Do you like the fact that I wait? Photogs what do ya'll do is it a part of your workflow?

New Blog Coming Soon!

I admit, the whole blogging thing.......I've not been really good at it. But, anyone can make change for the better so....I'm working with a designer for a new one, that fits me and can tell me what buttons I can and can't push. This stuff is like a foreign language....like widgets and other crazy words that I can't think of right now.

So, this is my vow.....(with right hand up) I will post every session because every single one is important and special to me. And even though my writing skills could be better, actually writing is practice. I will put myself out there and introduce me to the world. Along side me, my Websters dictionary that I've had since high school....branded with the phone number of my B.F.F Monica...although faded but yet still legible.

I really do like the first of the year its a time to renew yourself and make changes. You have to in the world of business you have to keep evolving constantly. So, this is one of my new years resolution, to make changes for the better, for myself and my business. In order be a successful photographer you have to successful in many different areas. Photography is 20% taking pictures and 80% business.

I shall conclude with a few slideshows...........
http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555636147322
http://www.shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555637452989
http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555636077741

Heelllloooo!

I have some new things going on! A NEW FRAME LINE that is so awesome! Take a look at http://www.theorganicbloom.com/ you can view all the styles and colors. I'm so excited to carry these. They are just different and that's why I thought they were so cool. I will have samples here at the studio...just waiting on UPS, I already have my images ready to go!

I have not blogged in a while.....shame on me, facebook is just to convenient. Since no post is really interesting without images, I'll add a few.

Xmas Mini Session dates will be announced soon!

Ashley & Jennifer Engagement Session

Ashley & Jennifer

You can not go wrong with a little black dress, distressed jeans and cowboy boots! Ashley and Jennifer will be saying their "I Do's next week. Beautiful couple! Can't wait to photograph the wedding!

Good luck this weekend to Gaston's Cross Country team!

Grow with Me Plan; Gadsden, Alabama Photographer

Reminder that I have a Grow with Me Plan!

I'm Still Here!

Hello,
It's been a while but I'm still here. Lots going on! Dalyn is running cross country for the first ever team at Gaston. They are doing well, boys 6th place last week, and girls came in 7th, I think. I've been designing wedding albums, seniors books and working on the workshop that will be held in February of 2011. So, I'm still alive just busy!

Here is Madelyn's one year old session. I'll be designing her birthday invites!
http://www.shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555617339987

Photography Workshop

If I put together a workshop, from camera's to having models and going on a photoshoot with me, would anyone be interested? I've had several people want to hang with me but I don't want to try to teach while I'm on a real job. That would not be fair to my clients. I would like to get a count of how many and tell me some things you would want to know.

Kristi

Carson

http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555606092423

Emily's Pregnancy Session

http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555607213905

Chelsey's Senior Session

http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555606649071

10% OFF SALE

Packages are on sale for 10% off! It's my birthday along with my brother and sister's b'day so, I thought I would celebrate! Call or email orders. 256-546-1992 or photobykristi@comcast.net.

Sale now through August 4th! Two weeks ONLY!

New Session Details/ Gadsden Alabama Photographer

Sessions are now $120.00. It includes, time for the session, the new proofing DVD with a slide show, set to music. A leather case with image on front for storing the DVD. You also get a link to share the slide show on your phone, facebook or myspace. And a $20.00 print credit to top it all off! Click on the link below to view the new proofing slide show.
http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555604066388

To book a session there is a $25.00 deposit to hold the date, which applies toward your session balance. I have a credit/debit card machine and I can take your deposit payment over the phone. The rest of your balance will be due the day of the session. Questions? Call me or comment below. 256-546-1992

New Proofing!

So when you sign up for a session with me, this is what ya get!! I'm so excited to offer this new, modern way of proofing. Check out the slideshow of Leah and Joel's wedding.

http://shareitvideo.com/watch.php?v=241555603923133

DVD Proofing/Gadsden, Alabama Photographer

New DVD Proofing coming soon!!

8x10 50% Off Sale

Laura Lee and Brandon/ Gadsden Alabama Photographer

This is Laura Lee and Brandon, they were married May 29th. I've know Laura Lee for very long time! Laura Lee and her sister Melissa are some of my favorite people. It was an honor to be a part of this special day! Laura has so much personality in front of the camera and in life! Here are just a few of my favs.

Due to several weeks of a full shooting schedule proofs could posibly take up to 3 weeks instead of the normal turn around time of 2 weeks. Sorry!
~Kristi~

Chelsey's Senior Session /Gadsden Alabama Photographer

Ok this is just a peek, I don't have the others ready but I had to share! Chelsey is a senior at Gaston High School. I personally think she should consider modeling. Yes, that is Victoria Secret's dressing room. No you can't use it, yes we got kicked out! We did ask, but the girl did not know any better so we did get a few shots before the manager came back from her break. So don't bother trying, even though it's so cool, it's against the rules.

Happy 4th to everyone!

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/photo.php?pid=427758&id=1843044565
My new GREAT NIECE! Congratulations to Chris and Leslie! Kinley Scott Lipscomb!

Leshea's Bridal Session

I'm glad Leshea and Matt got married this weekend. I was about to bust to show ya'll her bridal images. I had to wait just a week or so, I'm glad it was no longer than that! Check out my little barbie doll bride!

Had to post real quick!

LOVE IT!

New Products!

Fine Art Acrylics are perfect for clients that are looking for contemporary ways to display their images. Sizes include 16x16, 16x23.5, 19.5x19.5, and 19.5x23.5. We print your images directly on a ¼” thick acrylic substrate, then screen print a layer of white ink on the back. Once screen printed, the acrylic becomes opaque, highlighting the vibrant colors and fine detail within your images. Mount using the stainless standoffs included in your order, which sit 5/8” from the wall. The holes for the standoffs are placed 3/4" in from the edge. It is recommended that you do not use chemicals, cleaners, or abrasive cloths on this substrateine.
Fine Art Metals are a modern approach to traditional Fine Art products. We start the printing process by adding a layer of white ink to the surface of 1”-deep brushed aluminum boxes. Your image is then printed on top of the white base coat. Sizes include 16x16, 16x23.5, 19.5x19.5, and 19.5x23.5. Fine Art Metals are delivered ready-to-hang with brackets on the back of the aluminum box.

Krystin & Mark Wedding

A few of my favs!