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Local Photographers: Fall Guide

By Ashley Starcher, Publisher/Editor, Macaroni Kid Parkersburg July 18, 2017

​Local Fall Photography Guide!!!!


 I do not believe you have to go to the Big Box stores to get great family photos at a great price, in fact I think if you truly want unique, wonderful photos that reflect who your family is, the only way to go is local.  I am a true believer in supporting your local business community, therefore, every season I plan to highlight several local photographers and their current season specials. Thank you for supporting your local economy!!!!!



​Courtney Jackson Photography

Courtney Jackson is a 22 year old on location, natural light photographer out of Marietta, Ohio serving the Mid-Ohio Valley. She specializes in weddings and engagements but offers so much more - maternity, birth stories, newborns, milestones, cake smashes, seniors, and families! She is always working hard to improve and strive to provide her clients with the best possible experience each of them deserve.

  • ​Fall mini sessions October 14th and 15th in Marietta, OH.
    The cost is $99 for a 20 minute session, 3 digital images, a print release, and an online proof gallery.
    These are back to back 20 minute sessions for families and children (old enough to sit up on their own or almost on their own).
    There are only 5 time slots available each day so these will go fast!

Phone:304.834.9847

​Email: courtneyjacksonphotography@gmail.com

Visit http://www.courtneyjacksonphotography.com


​Jill Kirtland Photography


Now booking Holiday Mini-Sessions! Jill Kirtland Photography specializes in family lifestyle (in-home or outdoors), business & private events (except weddings) and commercial photography including creative professional headshots. Jill Kirtland started her foray in photography ten years ago as a concert photographer in Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore and Europe. She published a book of her photos and interviews with over 100 women in metal & hard rock music in 2013. Now as a mother of 3 little children, Jill loves capturing the beautiful interactions of families in a storytelling way. Life unscripted. For more info: www.jillkirtlandphotography.com or www.facebook.com/JillKirtlandPhotography

  • HOLIDAY MINI-SESSIONS! Great way to get an updated family photo for your holiday cards! Two options available:
  •  OPTION 1: $125 (+ sales tax)
     20 minute outdoor session; 6 high resolution digital images + print release
  • OPTION 2: $275 (+ sales tax)
     30 minute outdoor session; 8 high resolution digital images + print release; (2) 5x7 and (1) 8x10 prints; 25 5x7 Holiday Cards 


 NOTE: This is for single families only. If you want to do a large multi-family photo, then it is an additional $75 per family. Grandparents are no additional cost.

www.jillkirtlandphotography.com

www.facebook.com/JillKirtlandPhotography

(740) 989-0287 (landline)

(540) 558-8943 (mobile)



​Deb Lorentz Photography, LLC

​"When I was a child I loved looking through old family photos. I would walk up the stairs to the attic and sit on a step as I sorted through pictures of my family–snapshots of what their lives were like long before I came into the picture. These images were much more than shades of black, gray, and white printed on Kodak paper. They created connection–a shared history with my family. I’d take the photos to Mom, Grandma, or Grandpa and ask about these moments in their lives. They’d glance at their memories clasped in my small hands, give a knowing smile, and recount the time when… Portraits leave a legacy–a family history–for future generations to enjoy. My name is Deb Lorentz. I want to take the best picture you've ever seen of yourself."


Here is my current special:

  • I'm offering Tween (ages 10-12) and Teen Retro Rockabilly and Pretty Pinup Mini Sessions! Choose between the American Flag scarf, soda shop set, or Coca Cola theme. Indoor and outdoor sessions available. Mention this ad and receive a complimentary LipSense Color and Matte/Glossy Gloss with your paid session! $50 Value! Packages start at $299

You can see more information here: http://www.deblorentzphoto.com/video-portfolio/


Phone 740-525-6974

Email: DebLorentzPhoto@gmail.com
Website: http://www.deblorentzphoto.com



​Holden the Moment



Jan M Holden is the owner/photographer of Holden The Moment, wife, and a mother of three (soon to be four). For many years Jan dreamed of becoming a full-time photographer and business owner. In March of 2015 she decided to start Holden The Moment while continuing her profession as a nurse. Jan started out selling her nature photography while continuing her studies with the New York Institute of Photography. After feeling more confident with her work she began to offer portraiture. As of March, 2017 Jan decided to leave her nursing position and operate Holden The Moment full-time. Jan offers family, newborn, senior, event, sports, and even fundraising opportunities with her photography business. Most of the time her children are present during portrait sessions. Sessions are captured inside Jan’s home studio or outside around the Holden family farm. Change of location can be added for additional cost. Please feel free to contact her with any questions.



Phone: 740-525-0821

Email: holdenthemoment@yahoo.com

Website: www.holdenthemoment.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/holdenthemoment


Prices:

  • Full Session Sitting Fee- $50

    This includes a minimum of 20 images in an online gallery for ordering prints from.

    (Digital Downloads, prints, and location other than photographers home studio are available at additional cost)


  • Digital Options:

    Downloads from your online gallery - $75

    Images on a disc with print release - $100


  • Yearly Digital Package - $200  Great for returning clients. This is a once a year purchase. Good for one year from date of purchase. Your images will be saved on a usb drive for each session during that year. This is a one time fee and client then only has to pay the session/sitting fee at each session.


    (Prices are subject to change at any time)



​Simply Rachel Photos



"My is Rachel Martin and I recently launched Simply Rachel Photos. The idea of my business concept is to keep things as simple as possible for the client. I present a single price that encompasses the entire aspect of a session and photos. I specialize is natural light photo sessions and I deal with entirely digital images with copyright and print releases. All photos are full resolution and edited. They can be obtained from and online gallery or a Zip drive depending on the preference of the client. I specialize in children, family, and senior photography services." 

Current Special:

  • My fall photo special is one day only with options for makeup times in the case of bad weather. October 14th is peak color time for our area and McDonough Park is a beautiful place to capture this. I'm offering a 20 min session with 6 premium-edited digital images with copyright and print release. An online gallery will be available to the client for viewing, downloading, and sharing.


My phone # is 304210258
Email: simplyrachelphotos@gmail.com
Website: simplyrachelphotos.com
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/SimplyRachelPhotos/



J&K Photography

BEHIND THE LENS
"What can I say, I love what I do! The art, feeling, and emotion that a photograph can evoke make the pursuit of excellence in this craft a driving force in my life. It is my passion to serve my clients well and provide them with a legacy. With every mom that gets that flutter in her heart when she sees her child looking so beautiful in front of her, for every senior that I see celebrating their achievements and gaining confidence as they move into adult hood, recording these moments, these little slivers of time, preserving them and passing them on.... that is my mission. I am a member of the Professional Photographers of America. With them I hold my Master of Photography Degree, and my Certified Professional Photographer designation. I am also a member of The American Society of Photographers.
I along with my wife, Kristi, look forward to the opportunity to serve you."
JASON SHAVER M.Photog., CPP
J&K Photography

Clients can email us for a pricing brochure.

Contact Info & URL:
304-488-6807
http://www.jandkphotos.com
on facebook: @JandKphotography26101



​Be The Light: Photography by Amanda​




"I am currently a stay at home mom with a 15 mo. old son and 1 on the way. After my son was born, I began taking more and more pictures and shortly after started to do the same for family an friends. I really enjoy being able to capture those moments that happen so fast most people miss. Pictures have always been either the mom or dad behind the camera, so not everyone has a chance to be in it. Now days, they have evolved into selfies. This is what I love about photography. I am able to get the whole family involved and catch those moments we can hold in our hands for a lifetime. All of my photographs are captured in natural lighting. I use professional editing software and a professional print lab. Currently, I have 3 packages available. Each package will contain pictures sent to you digitally with a print release. If you wish to have prints, they can be specially ordered with an additional fee."


"Some of the photographs I have taken are maternity, infant, senior portraits, 4h projects, family portraits, mommy&me and daddy&me. I also provide engagement and wedding photography, please ask for additional information if interested."

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BetheLightPhotographybyAmanda/ for specials.
740-974-7676
Email: ajarvis82886@hotmail.com