Inspired Portrait Photography

A day that was off

We only have one tv channel at our home, that is we don’t have cable. Despite that, I still get so saddened at the amount of negative political campaign adds that run in the short time our tv is on. Does it make me un American to not want to sit through another add stating how someone did this awful thing…or will do this awful thing. I feel more human by pushing “power off” and going for a walk instead.

So I did, I went for a walk today with my friend Beth, who has seen so much, been to so many cool places and still in her amazing humble personality reminds me how simple life should be. I want to have a simpler life. Less paperwork, less of an agenda, more of nature, less tv adds about “medicine”, cars and life insurance, less places to be, but more people to see.

These thoughts(and many more) came to me today as I took a real day off from work. I had lunch with a friend, talked about the positive things we are trying to do to help others, went for a long walk, found a raspberry bush, and recalled how quickly 27 years have come and gone. It’s amazing how different I feel right now at 5pm, I encourage you to visit a friend, turn off the tv and have a off day yourself!

The Lewis Family

For some reason I am having a bummer time getting a few images to find a home here, but I was able to load them, You can see them on the photostrip down below……

The family in black is the Lewis family (and extended family) whom I am have known for a couple years. We had the most perfect morning last Saturday to capture family portraits. One of the families was in town all the way from Chicago, that was pretty sweet. Take a minute to see how precious there are!

Families and Fun

I have been all over Mankato these past two weeks exploring the wonderment of family….here are some of the precious families I have spent time with…

MEA Holiday Weekend

It’s not too late to book your session for this Friday and Saturday. A few times are still available for your family, children or high school senior! Are you able to make time for your family portrait this weekend…? If so, mention you saw this blog and you can receive 15% off your session fee.

Mankato Area Families
Family Portrait Scholarship available from Inspired Portrait Photography, Mankato , MN

Inspired Portrait Photography, Mankato MN , is offering a free family portrait scholarship package for one deserving family in the Mankato Community.  The scholarship awarded will be valued $300 (+) in professional photography and finished portraiture.

Applications are being accepted now through October 27th. The Winner will be announced on October 30 ^th , 2008.  The information bellow describes the application process, the qualifications and the reason why Inspired Portrait Photography has chosen to give the portrait scholarship.

School is back in season, sports have begun, and the leaves have started to turn, reminding us that the holidays are quickly approaching. This could mean many different things for your family. I know for many it’s a time to gather up the family for a professional portrait session. These portraits may mark a special milestone, another year passing, or for some it may be simply a Christmas card update for friends and family. I understand personally that times are tough, and for many families portraits are a luxury they may never have.

For some families it is just a matter of choosing a studio and scheduling their appointment each year.  Inspired Portrait Photography understands that not everyone has the opportunity to simply make that choice. Growing up, family portraits were not something my family could afford, and as a child I made a promise I would one day give back to other deserving families that haven’t had the chance to be photographed professionally.

There are a variety of reasons that may prevent families from enjoying a family portrait they dream of.  Because of the rising prices, unforeseen circumstances, and various other hardships, many families are experiencing financial setbacks. Everyone deserves to feel the best they can feel through portraits. Everyone deserves to have a timeless memory captured to share with future generations. Our hope is that Inspired Portrait Photography can help our community be inspired one portrait at a time. .

One scholarship package will include: the session fee for a one hour location session, proofs, one 11×14 wall portrait, gift prints and holiday greeting cards to share with friends and family. Applicants are required to submit an essay (250 words or less) telling us why your family (or the family you are nominating) deserves to receive the free portrait package.  Awards may be based on either financial need or personal circumstances.  Applications are available by calling Sherry Schultze @ 507.381.8007

Please send the completed applications to Inspired Portrait Photography by Oct 27th

Inspired Portrait Photography , 214 Endopark Drive , Mankato , Minnesota

. www.inspiredportrait.com (507) 381.8007

Family Love

One week ago, I had the pleasure of having lunch with my brother and his two precious kids, Derrick and Trevor in Belle Plaine. After lunch we grabbed my camera and Sasha, their one of a kind dog(although she acts more human than dog at times) and headed out to their fort in the back yard. My nephews were much more excited to show me all the fancy workings of the treehouse then they were photos, but here are few I’d love to share. Hands down relatives are the hardest for me to photograph, simply because I’d rather play with them then work, and they would rather entertain then sit still….so here you go!