Another Sneak Peak

I just have to say I Love this one!!!!

So sweet and delicate!

:)

Calender updates

I have decided to not update my calender with dates I have half day sessions. I will update my calender and only mark off those days I am COMPLETELY FULL. No chance of an opening. Such as a wedding or reception or reunion. Something of that matter. I have had clients think a day was full when I could have done a morning or evening session as well. So please call for availability but if the days are marked off on the calender I am COMPLETELY FULL those days. I do however have a darling friend who is currently Portfolio building here locally and she may be willing to cover your event if I am unavailable. So give us a call and we can let you know the availability of our schedule.

Thanks

Candace

:)

MR. "A"

Just had to post one of this little Man!

Enjoy Mom!

MISS "E"

Oooohhhh How Cute!

This little doll was in Last night for her Birthday pics. I have never had a little girl in sweeter then this little cutie. She was VERY polite and such a sweetie.

Every time she called my name and I answered "Yes Ma'am?" She said thats not my name... My name is "E." It was the cutest thing ever!!

I just wanted to pick her up and squeeze her!!

Here is a sneak peak Mom!

You will have to wait until Monday for the rest. Sorry!!!

I'M having a good day...

And since I am in a happy mood, I am going to give! I love to give back as all my clients have given me sooo much over the past 2 years. From Hope and experience to encouragement and fulfillment. So I am giving away today. The 9th person to contact me and book a session will get a free session and a $50 credit. Stay tuned today as I may offer something else if my day goes as planned....

:)

Miss "M"

What is with me and "M" Names--LOL

Little Miss "M" came back for her 6 Month photo's yesterday.

What a cutie! She is such a doll.

Here is a sneak Peak, Mom! I am keeping the really cute ones a secret......

HeHeHe. Give me 2 days and I will post them in your gallery!



:)

CHP cards Clear up

I have had 2 family's ask if they can share the cards. I am glad you all were honest and asked rather then trying. Thank you!

No you can't share cards. Each card will have the name of the person whom purchased it. That person must be present or call to book the session. So "Aunt Cindy" can't use her sister-in law's card to get her grand kids' portraits taken. If however "Aunt Cindy" tells us that her Sister in Law has a card she will get a discount. They are "Per Family" cards.

Just wanted to clear that up.

Thank you

Candace Hart

Look at these eyes!

Spring has Sprung!

I love outdoor sessions!

His eyes are sooo pretty! Here is a snapshot-style pic for a sneak peak Gramma

ENJOY

:)

Why are Photographers so expensive?

*Important*

From a fellow photographer.................

Why are Professional Photographers so expensive?

(This article has been very well received by the photography community, and is now referred to by many Photography websites across the country)

In this digital age where everyone has digital cameras, scanners and home "photo printers", when people upload their photos to a local drug store website and pick them up a few hours later, we hear this all the time - How in the world do Professional Photographers charge $55 for an 8x10 when they cost just $1.50 at the drug store?

Here's why.

Simply put, you're not just paying for the actual photograph, you're paying for time and expertise.

First, let's look at the actual time involved.

If you don't read this entire page, at least read this first part.

For a two hour portrait session:- one hour of travel to and from the session- two hours of shooting- 30 minutes of setup, preparation, talking to the client etc.- 30 minutes to load the photos onto a computer (2 - 4 Gb of data)- 30 minutes to back up the files on an external drive- 3 - 4 hours of Photoshop time including cropping, contrast, color, sharpening, saving a copy for print and a copy for the internet and backing up the edited photographs - 2 - 3 hours to talk to the client, answer questions, receive their order and payment, order their prints, receive and verify prints, package prints, schedule shipment and drop package off at Fed Ex.-

For local customers, we also print a set of all of their photos, and meet them at our studio to review the photos and place their order.

Meeting and travel time averages 2 hours.You can see how one two hour session easily turns into more than ten hours of work from start to finish.

So when you see a Photographer charging a $200 session fee for a two hour photo shoot, you are not paying them $100 / hour.

For an eight hour wedding:- I won't bore you with the details, but an eight hour wedding typically amounts to at least two to three full 40 hour work weeks worth of time. Again, if they are charging you $4,000 for an eight hour wedding, you are not paying them $500 / hour.

Now for the expertise.

Shooting professional photography is a skill, acquired through years of experience.

Even though a quality camera now costs under $2,000 taking professional portraits involves much more than a nice camera. Most Professional Photographers take years to go from buying their first decent camera to making money with their photography. In addition to learning how to use the camera itself, there is a mountain of other equipment involved, as well as numerous software programs used to edit and print photographs, run a website etc.

And let's not forget that you actually have to have people skills, be able to communicate, make people comfortable in front of the camera - and posing people to make them look their best in a photograph is a skill all by itself.

Think of it this way - the next time you pay $X to get your hair done, a pair of scissors only costs $1.50. But you gladly pay a lot more to hire a Professional. What about the cheap studios at the mall? Please don't compare us to the chain store studios. But if you must, consider all of the time and work that we put into our photographs, compared to what they do. Good luck getting a two hour photo shoot at a chain store. Not to mention they won't come to the beach! And of course, look at our work compared to theirs. You get what you pay for.

The truth is, most of the mall and chain store studios lose money. In fact, in 2007 Wal-Mart closed 500 of their portrait studios because of the financial drain they were putting on the company.

What the chain stores bet on is that you'll come in for some quick and cheap photos, and while you're there, you'll also spend $200 on other things. They don't have to make money, they are just there to get you in the door.

Conclusion

We hope that those who have taken the time to read this page will have a better understanding of why professional photographs cost so much more than the ones that you get from your local drug store.

Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Shawn, Pamela & Gavin Richter

Caught on Film Photography

CHP CARDS

Introducing "CHP Cards"

These are real plastic cards. Not paper or card stock cards. They are not debit cards. They are free sitting cards. Each card entitles you to a LIFETIME of free sittings and a complimentary 8x10 at each session. All you have to do is show us your card when you arrive for your session. Image how many sessions you can have. You can save Thousands with these cards. You will also get my monthly newsletter and last minute opening emails as well as special discounts and coupons good only for members!

They are on sale for a limited time only and will then be regular price.

On Sale now for $99

let me know when you book your session that you want a card and your session will be free!

Boy model needed

I am in need of a "Young man" for a modeling promo I am doing for a clothing Company.

He needs to be between 12 months and 3 years of age. No requirements other then the fact he needs to love the camera.

You will be called in for 3-5 mini type sessions where we will model 2-3 outfits per session.

You will then be given a free 5x7 of each outfit (pose) and no sitting fees as any of the sessions. Minimal notice (3 days) will be given as to appointment times so you must have a flexible schedule.

If interested email me with a sample image or 2 please. (NO professional images)

The images will be used in several children's Magazines such as Parents and Child Magazines.

1 email per family please!

I will accept emails and samples until Saturday the 22nd at which time I will make my choice.

:)

Miss "M"

She is such a cutie! And just loves the Camera!

This is one of my favorite!

:)

PETTISKIRT AND COOKIE UPDATE

THEY ARE HERE!!

Yup arrived today via UPS. Cookies and skirts! Made it quicker then I thought.

-Cookies-

I am sorting thru the 151 boxes now (what can I say, My DH is a good salesman and his family loves cookies) and will be delivering tomorrow since I have no sessions and it is a half day at school so if you can't reach me tomorrow -- that's why!

-Skirts-

I need to sort threw them and inspect and I will then email everyone on the waiting list the sizez and specz of the skirtz.......

Please don't emai me about them until you get the email with the choices.

-Thanks-

:)

Easter mini session....

Taken!

Your Lucky Kristy.

4 other emails after yours came in!

Kristy is going to bring her twin daughters

in and get the most of a mini session.

I can't wait to see how much they have grown!

OPENING FRIDAY 3/14

I have a Easter mini size session available.......

Friday @ 2 p.m. It will be a 30 minute session

Mom had to cancel as little one has chicken pox.

You will have images done with either a brown and white and a solid white bunny. Your choice.

First come First serve

So hurry!

Mr "E'"........

...is going to be a heart breaker!!!
This little guy is such a sweetie! I just want to kiss his whole face!! Look at the innocence.

Do you know what he is thinking?

I Do!!! LOL!

Pettiskirts.....

Are sold out!

I know what a bummer. I have a large shipment coming in from the Manuf. But until they get here I am sold out. They should be in about the 25th of march. They will be posted on my website and will be a first come, first serve basis.

If you want to be notified when they arrive before they go on the site please email me at candace@candacehartphotographyonline.com and I will add your name and email. There are a ton coming from Eastery colors to red white and blues.

47 skirts so hopefully they won't be gone so fast!

I have 1 left here that someone hasn't decided if she wants or not. It is White 2-4 and if she doesn't claim by Tomorrow night it will be up for grabs so if you are interested the first 2 people to email me will get dips. (first come first serve basis. No guarantees)

My Blog Images

I have had a few inquiries about me displaying peoples images on my blog.

So let me clarify this:

It is your choice.

Before your session when you fill out your informational area in your packet, You are asked if you would like to sign a portfolio model release. This allows me to post your images online in my blog, On my website and in those little black portfolio folders I have laying around my studio for "Mommies and Daddies" to look at while I am playing with the little ones. It is totally optional and I completely understand that some people do not want their images shared. In fact I find that most do not. That is why I make it totally optional. Each person is given a free 4x6 if they choose to sign it but that is totally up to them. If you are ever unsure about something please always feel free to just say -- Hey-Please don't display my images on your blog or website. Or Hey-How does this work. I am always ready to answer any questions you may have.

Hope this clears a few things up!

NILMDTS

This is a wonderful Organization and it was on The today show this morning.

Did you see it?? If not here is the link.

Check it out! WONDEFUL!

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/23481435#23481435

If you kow of anyone who may need our help. PLEASE pass on the link.

Another Angel gets Wings!

Many of you remember Maddison from one of my sessions from last Spring. She was very ill and went to be with Jesus this past week.

We just wanted to let her Mother know that they are all in our Prayers today and always! God Bless you all and Stay Strong!

Maddison was 2 years 9 months and 7 days when she passed. Not nearly Long enough but she touched so many lives with her smiles.

Please keep this family in your prayers tonight!

What a Session!

But we survived right Grandma??!! LOL! Big boy "J" and Little cousin "JJ" were in for pictures tonight and didn't want to be here. I have done thier pictures 3-4 times before and all have been swell but not tonight! I will get your gallery posted as soon as possible! Thanks for being such a trooper and sticking with me! I know we had a few great ones in there! :)