Boudoir. New service we are offering.

Here is a sample of what boudoir is. We only do what you are comfortable with. We want you ro feel sexy and beautiful. Call 307-286-1908 or email info@jrussellimagery.com to set up your shoot.

Danielle Maternity Shoot

She was such a blast to shoot. Willing to whatever I asked. Zach and her make such a cute couple. Can't wait to the little one is born to do newborn photos. The photos were taken in Cheyenne, WY.

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A grandma with some of her grandchildren

My mom isn't one to get her picture taken. I was doing a family shoot and she wanted hers done afterwards. SO I didn't turn it down. She was a great model. She is also here with 3 of her grandchildren.

Sneak Peak- Couples

Sneak Peak- Couple Debbie and Wayne. This is my sister and her new husband. I was able to see them when they drove through Wyoming. They didn't have much time but we were able to fit in a photo shoot.

I love my job

Have I told you how much I love my job. I have a family shoot this weekend. So many ideas running through my head for them. Then I have a pumpkin patch shoot next month. That will be so much fun. I have been working on contracts and a brochure that gives all the details of my business. I am hoping to do a couple shoot this weekend as well. I just found out they are coming to town. They just married on Aug. 24, so it will be fun to have them here and get some awesome pictures. Watch for some previews of this weekends shoots.

Fall Special

Today has been a great day. School is back in session and I feel fall in the air (My favorite season). So why not book your fall photo session. All bookings from now till Labor day ( your session doesn't have to be in that time frame. Just having date reserved) will get a cd with their images on it for free. A $250 value. WE have some great fall and holiday props. We will shoot anywhere around Cheyenne. You can do families, newborns, maternity, couples, boudoir, glamor, or anything you like.

Just showing how versitle we are

WE can do almost any type of style you like.

A great place to get photo templates

Photographers giveaway.

Check out this giveaway. One lucky winner will receive all. Deal Seeking Photographer is putting it on. http://dealseekingphotographers.blogspot.com/2011/08/3000-fan-appreciation-giveaway.html

Flowers and around town photos

I love taking my camera every where I go. You never know when you can capture something beautiful.

August Special

The next 50 people to book a session will get  the sitting/creative fee waived. We have some really cute fall props lined up. I will post some props later this week. You can contact me at (307) 286-1908 or info@jrussellimagery.com

Watch for more samples to come as well. I am going to start posting some images weekly.

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Professional Photographer

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Professional Photographer

By Eric Doggett, www.doggettstudios.com

With the wealth of photography knowledge waiting for you to soak up online, your first thought might be to avoid using a professional for your family images. After all, photography tips are everywhere, cameras are cheap and you can keep checking your display until you get it looking good, right? Here are 5 reasons that may be a bad idea.

The Gear!

Let’s start with the gear! Photographers invest thousands of dollars in their equipment. This is not to say that you can’t get great results with a point and shoot, but they simply won’t compare with the quality that a pro offers. Besides camera features like sensor size and low-light sensitivity, the actual physics of light and lenses allow depth of field and wide angle framing of images that you simply can’t get on today’s pocket cameras. Many photographers with studios invest in additional gear, including multiple strobe lighting, wireless systems to trigger them, backgrounds and more. A true professional invests in their business, and their images will reflect the quality of that investment.

Training

Professional photographers continually invest in training. This might come in the form of professional affiliations (like PPA, TCPPA or WPPI), nationwide seminars, conferences, or full-blown college degree programs. This training not only covers the fundamentals of photography, but encompasses a wide range of subjects including business, marketing, and technology. These educational resources keep professionals current with what today’s clients need, and the latest technologies that help them meet those needs. Many of these programs are only available to professionals.

Unique Products

Taking the picture is usually only the beginning; you need a way to display it. The ‘print only’ days are long gone. Today, professional photographers have access to the most unique and personalized products available. Albums, framing, canvas printing, cards, high-end paper products, jewelry and more are available to the professional. Pros handle all aspects of the product ordering process for you. Images are retouched and cropped to fit the products as necessary. If a pro has a relationship with a vendor, they would know for example that a certain product prints a little dark or light. This experience on their part saves you time in money in the end.

Quality Control

If a professional photographer shoots your session and orders prints or albums for you, you can bet that the quality will be high. This is because the final product is an expression of their business. Professionals don’t skimp on labs and vendors - they go with the best they can find because their work becomes something that you will treasure forever. They will present the work to you in a way that reflects their pride in the work. This is a completely different mentality from your local drugstore which happens to have a photo lab. Over there, it’s about mass-sales and ‘consistently average’ quality.

Experience

This is the biggest reason to go with a professional. Whether you are looking for a wedding photographer, family/child photographer, or an event photographer, there simply is no match for the experience of a professional. They will be able to see what you envision for the shoot, or suggest ideas in case you don’t know where to start. The good professionals have seen everything in their particular field, so they will be well-accustomed to your situation (whether it’s a stressed out bride or crying child). When you work with a pro, the shoot can be incredibly fun, creative, and productive. You feed off of each other, and this further enhances the trust you have in their ability to get the shot.
I hope this post has been helpful. You could really dig down into each of these areas and find even more reasons to go with a pro. If you’ve had a cool experience with a professional photographer, send us a note and tell us about it! Or, if you are new to all of this and are looking for a professional photographer, use the search feature here on our website.
March 21, 2008

Geese

More fishing photos.

This family was so nice to allow me to shot them while they enjoyed their day together.

Around Town July 14, 2011

I was walking through the park and saw this family fishing. Well the father was fishing, the daughter was putting on makeup, and the mother was embroidering. It brought back some great personal memories. Here is a few shots from the scene.

Special.

For the next 5 people that book a session with me will get 20% off and a special gift from me. I do all kinds of photography from maternity, newborns, weddings, and family. Don't forget those seniors. It is that time of year. I have samples below or you can view at http://www.jrusselimagery.com or on my Facebook Fan page You can comment below , email me or call me at 307-286-1908

Logo

Thanks to Kelsy at Izzy Couture Design for making this. Check here out here.

Random thoughts.

Went yard selling and found some cute props. I have also made so very cute hats and diaper covers. Now to get bookings. I have lots of openings. 

My site is up and running. I will be adding more pages and information as the does go by. Check it out at http://www.jrussellimagery.com

An awesome giveaway.

Check out this giveaway. It has 76 wonderful vendors and a total prize package valued at more than $3,250!

http://beautifulphotoprops.typepad.com/my-blog/2011/07/the-big-bang-photographers-dream-giveaway.html 

Just Cause photos

I was in the mood to shoot and so I did my daughter. I have to say she is very pretty girl to shoot.The second picture is my favorite. I just love how it turned out.

Senior Session

Here is another senior session I did. He was a natural. He is to graduate in 2012.

 For the image above this one I used Jen's Fabulous Stuff. You can find her actions at http://www.jensfabulousstuff.com/shop/ or at http://www.facebook.com/JensFabulousStuff?ref=ts

another giveaway.

@afterthebump is celebrating 10,000 fans on Facebook! Click here to enter the best 10K giveaway EVER: http://afterthebumpboutique.blogspot.com/2011/06/best-10k-giveaway-ever.html.

Giveaway

@LoveByCC and @Jennifer Lea Photography are having a GIGANTIC giveaway PARTY celebration at http://lovebycc.blogspot.com/2011/06/gigantic-giveaway-party-celebration.htmlhttp://lovebycc.blogspot.com/2011/06/gigantic-giveaway-party-celebration.html

Nature Photographs

I love taking nature images and I had time to do some today. Here is some of my favorites.

Senior Prom

I had the opportunity to shoot my nephew and his girlfriend for prom. Such a cute couple. Here are a few samples. The one with my nephew and his niece is my favorite.

Senior Pics

Here is a few senior pics I have just finished doing. He graduated this year but we just did the images.