Tutu fun

This didn't get posted yesterday. Here is a funky bunch of photographs for a very out there girl, Kailyn. She is all about being goofy, dramatic and imaginative. We never know what she will come up with next. Here mom, Lisa, and I are the kind of friends who knew immediately we would always be good friends. We have many similar experiences in life, and a love for not being like everyone else. One thing I love about her is her voracious appetite for gospel knowledge.

Kailyn is wearing a few of the tutu's I have available for photo shoots. There are tutu's for just about any age.

Baby Rylee

I'm totally bummed we weren't able to work out a maternity shoot due to scheduling while this little girl was in her mama's tummy! But she is absolutely adorable now that she's here. She even very nicely cooperated by grabbing her daddy's finger when I encouraged her to. Her umbilical cord had an awesome texture to it too. Yeah, I'm the weirdo who likes the funky umbilical cord. And crying baby shots!

Marci senior 2010 - Raleigh Portrait photographer - Location Shoot

I had the pleasure to find not only an awesome spot while on vacation, but to photograph my niece, Marci. She is a super cute girl with personality as you will see in these pictures. Enjoy!

All of these presentations are examples of custom storyboards I can do for your photo shoot! We can make them any frame size with different numbers of pictures and layouts. The possibilities are limitless.

Senior photos & two announcements

Here are a few more of my senior rep, Alyssa's, senior photos. She is a talented and genuine girl who was a ton of fun. You may recognize her from the family photo shots a few posts ago. She also did an amazing job of getting the word out about S & G Photography the last two weeks of school. Maybe I'll see if she will teach me guitar when we both have some time. Sure. Right.

Courtney is my other fabulous senior rep. This was the second time I've spent any time with her. She is so sweet. She volunteered the first time I met her family to watch my kids while her mom and I went to an activity at church.

Announcement 1

Guy and I are happy to announce that, for a limited time, current customers, friends and our church members still have an opportunity to enjoy the pricing we have had for the last 6 years. We are so pleased you are our friends and customers. Thank you for your business and interest in our photography. We look forward to building an even better relationship in the future.

You have until July 7^th to book your appointment using the old rates; the new pricing will go into affect for any appointments booked after July 7^th. A deposit of $30 is due by check, cash or PayPal when you book your appointment. These appointments need to take place on or before 10/31/09. Please note that appointments from October 19^th to the 31^st are available in Arizona only. September and October are the best months to take your Christmas card photos, though summer photos are just as great to use for your cards and/or newsletter.

Our wedding price list is also in the process of being restructured. Wedding customers must book with deposit by July 11^th to keep your quoted rate.

Please call for the available appointments in North Carolina. There will be one day a month we are offering mini sessions (more then 4 people do not qualify for mini sessions).

The available Arizona appointments are:

Wednesday October 21^st

Thursday October 22^nd

Friday October 23^rd

Monday October 26^th

Tuesday October 27^th

Wednesday October 28^th

Thursday October 29^th

Friday October 30^th

Saturday October 31^st (only one full appointment (1 ½ to 2 hours) or 3 mini sessions (30 minutes ½ the shots) are available this day) location is The Pointe South Mountain

We are also very excited to be able to tell you about the wonderful products we are now offering! I can custom design coffee table books, bound memory books, storyboard prints, greeting cards, holiday cards, announcements, business cards, blog headers and we now host your photos online for easy sharing and ordering.

The new rates will be posted on the here in the next two weeks. I can email you the rates for appointments after 10/31/09.

Please give us a call for more information or to book your session today!

Announcement 2
Our Fine Art photography is available online for viewing and purchase. Check it out! All of the photos are available for purchase directly from the site. If you would like any designed with a custom mat or several designed into a storyboard let me know.

Shannon & Guy
S & G Photography {now Lifelong Impressions}
Phone 919-585-6433
Email shannon@lifelongimpressions.com
Garner, NC

Some Tori pics!

First, here is a teaser of Marci's senior photos. I'm looking forward to editing these today or tomorrow! She is so adorable. This will also be the last post with this photo format. I'm working on these really cool storyboards for posting photos on the blog.




My friend came to visit me the other day and brought her lovely daughter, Tori. We had a great time taking some fun photos of her. She wasn't super fond of the tub full of bubbles, but she did just fine. Tori also had the hiccups the entire time we were shooting her. Aleesha took all of the photos home to edit herself, but I couldn't resist editing a few and sharing! It's a good thing Aleesha doesn't mind.



I love her big eyes and poofy lips.


LOL. This one cracks me up!




I may have made this newborn cocoon way to big, but it sure fit a three month old well. Who knew you could get a three month old to sleep for some shots! LOVE THEM.


And is any baby session complete without a foot shot?


Aleesha says she is just as sweet as this photos makes her look.


This gorgeous ring was way to tempting not to take a few shots with it.


Another ring shot. Not sure which one I like better.


Super sweet sleeper!



Here are some of our recent family photos and a sneak peak at how the new photos will be displayed on the blog. The wonderful Aleesha took these for us! THANKS!!!!! We love them. I especially love all the candid moments where we aren't looking at the camera and the natural looks on the babies faces throughout. There are about 70 more awesome shots!

Thanks for a great weekend!

The art sale was a great experience on Saturday. Pretty soon I will post a link to the Fine Art shots I have for sale. You can order what you want directly from the site. If you want a particular shot digitally matted email me directly. It is an inexpensive way for you to get a really cool look to your print. Because each digital mat is only good for a specific print size I need to create it especially for you.

Here is a price list for me to create a custom digital mat for your print. This price list also applies to family photos as well.

Number of colors Largest print dimension Cost
1 color 5 to 7 inches $ 3.00
1 color All larger sizes $ 5.00
2 color 5 to 7 inches $ 5.00
2 color All larger sizes $ 8.00
3 color 5 to 7 inches $ 7.00
3 color All larger sizes $11.00

If you are visiting here from the show it was a pleasure meeting you on Saturday. I will be emailing everyone who gave me their information when we return from vacation on June 20th. I am receiving email on my vacation if you would like to set up an appointment and/or have any questions.

Pretty soon I will have some more senior pictures, newborn shots, a little baby and some of our own family pictures we took yesterday. Oh wait, did I say I was on vacation or working while visiting family? It's definitely a little more of the latter.

Here's a shot of my cute girl from last week.

Saturday is the Clayton Art & Music Fair

Loads of cool photos and interesting people should you choose to come out! If you come don't forget to come by my booth to visit. I'd love to see you!