Archive for August, 2008

Custom designed ASUKABOOK

August 31, 2008

Hallo everyone..
i told you that from time to time i would present some of my products i offer you at AR Photography and explain a little about them so that you can get a better understanding of what you really get when you buy one of my session packages.

Last week i got Jessica and Joel’s ASUKABOOK back from the vendour and i thought it would be that chance to show you how a custom album can look inside.

The ASUKABOOK breaks the mold for typical photographic image presentation, they are available in a variety of cover styles, sizes and bindings. They are perfect for wedding albums, parent albums, family story books, seniors, baby, engagements.. – the possibilities are endless.

I offer you sizes from 5×5 up to 11×12.5, from softcover, over hard cover to animal friendly leather, with three different page finishes to choose from.

I am so confident that you will love this product!! For prices just give me a call and i will send you my session info package with a lot more information and product offers.

And by the way you can still contact me about becoming my Senior Model for 2009. And please don’t think you can’t do that.. i am really happy about everybody who has a joy in posing and feeling like a professional model for a couple of hours.

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Senior-Model search and a Slideshow update

August 24, 2008

Are you fun, easy going and like to try out new things? I am looking for a Senior Model to help me creating wonderful and hip new SENIOR PICTURES to show off my new products for all the Seniors of 2009.

I need 2 Seniors (a boy and a girl)..
you should be having fun taking pictures..
willing to be my model for one evening..
and up for a lot of fun!

Compensation includes the free session and 90 Rep Cards 2×3.5, with a fun design on top of it.

So what are you waiting for.. give me a call (515.571.9523) or email me and tell me why you think you are the ONE! And please feel free to forward this blog entry to everybody you think is perfect for this!! thanks so much!

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And now.. here is an update to my slideshow collection! My lovely parents in law gave me the opportunity to shoot some couple pictures for them earlier this summer.

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Click on the link and enjoy!!

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Justin and Kelli’s Slideshow

August 22, 2008

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And i got one more slideshow waiting for you.. Justin and Kelli’s session was not just super fun cause they are my brother in law and his girlfriend but also cause they brought their dog OLIVER. And i have to say.. i love the country and the wonderful light shortly before sunset.. but go and check it out yourself!!

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Joel’s and Jessica’s Slideshow

August 20, 2008

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As you all know, i had such a blast at Joel’s and Jessica’s session so i thought i gonna share their custom slideshow so you can all check it out! Just click on the link and it will bring you right onto the slideshow page.

I also wanna let you know that i got a great Autumn Special coming up for all those who need to get their Christmas card or Halloween Greeting pictures taken!! Some fun products are waiting as well! I found the cutest Christmas cards templates! So watch out for more details! Or just give me a call..

have a great day everyone!!!

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My very first customer ever

August 18, 2008

This slideshow is made for my little daugther Ally and takes you thru her first year of life and my first year of photography and living in Iowa. Also this slideshow is one of my favourite products you wlll get from me as a photographer with every package i offer. (of course with your pictures displayed) This show is a web slideshow and you will easily be able to forward the link to all of your friends and family to share it with them. Isn’t that fun? (so click on the link and ENJOY!)

my daugther in her first dirndl

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The secret session

August 15, 2008


OMG! I had such a fun time yesterday morning shooting three amazing girls. Supermodels in the making! And, believe me, i can’t wait to show you some of the session pictures, but it’s a SECRET so be patient! But cause i don’t wanna let you hang complitely without a glimps.. here are two pictures of their feet!

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AR Photography explained..

August 10, 2008


Hi everyone!
I thought i should probably tell you all a little bit about my style of photography and what to expect from a session with me.

My style is more natural and casual. I love to pose as less as possible and just keep the session relaxed and fun. I believe that this way i get the better pictures of you with natural smiles and expressions.

With kids i specially try not to pose and avoid the “say cheese” as much as possible, cause the child will just perform for me and this you will be able to see in the images. I rather bring some toys, play a little, act silly with them, show them what my camera can do and make ‘em having fun beeing my models.

So by the end of a session, i should have a nice variety of pictures, some posed, some when you didn’t expected it and some while we we’re having fun in between.

If you like my style and want me to capture your special moments, please contact me anytime. Also with every questions you might have.. i will be happy to answer them!

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My little how to..

August 5, 2008

today.. how to take better pictures.

I thought it would be fun and helpful if i would randomly share some tips on how to snap better pictures of your children, family.. or how to make your session shots with me look even greater! I will also once in a while post “My found of the..” in which i present you some fun, photography related products.
So stay close.. lots of fun things to come!

But now onto my first little HOW TO’s..

HOW TO HOLD THE CAMERA STEADY?

For horizontal photographs: be sure to keep your arms againt your body to steady the camera. This will help you prevent camera shake and kinda work as a tripod.

For SLR camera users: Use your left hand to support and focus the camera, and your right finger to press the shutter button.

For vertical photographs: support your camera in either your right or left hand and keep your elbow against your body to steady your camera. Again this prevents camera shake and will help you to get sharper pictures.

To steady the camera all the way, use a tripod. The tripod will let you use your camera in low light situation, such as night scenes, inside locations or when you try to picture fireworks.

Hope you’ll find those tips helpful and check back with me soon.. By the way, right now i am looking for some models (for maternity, child, couple, family or portrait pictures) in order to get my portfolio filled up and my website going.. so use this opportunity and contact me.. i would be happy to take your pictures!!

This offer is of course just valid until my calender is going to burst with your sessions!! :)

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