Lori Paladino Photography » holiday portraits

When it rains… | San Francisco Mini Portrait Sessions | Beautiful Natural Light Studio

lori — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 01:05:31 +0000

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Just because it’s raining outside doesn’t mean there isn’t gorgeous light to shoot in! We just have to get a little creative to find it… and stay dry at the same time!

So when the weather last weekend predicted rain, I started checking out every possible indoor location in San Francisco for our sessions. But my requirements were lofty – I wanted lots of gorgeous natural light & lots of room to run around. I’m not a fan of flash & studio lights when photographing children & families. It can work in specific instances, but I find it can easily distract or impose a formal quality to the images – whereas we wanted fun atmosphere to encourage little personalities to shine. But finding a space that had natural light & space to play & that was available & that fit the budget was quite a feat! But the day before our sessions were scheduled, I found the perfect space!!! And the result? Beautiful, crisp & fun images- perfect for holiday cards & gifts! Check out some favorites from the day!

We’ll be shooting at the same studio this weekend & there are some spots left in the afternoon! Feel free to contact me if you are interested in signing up!

For more information about wedding or lifestyle portrait photography in the San Francisco Bay Area, album design or other fun photography tips, feel free to reach out by email: lori@loriphoto.com or via the contact link on my website.

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Holiday Portrait Sessions | Custom Sessions or Mini-Sessions in San Francisco & on the Peninsula!

lori — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 04:01:28 +0000

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With the bulk of the wedding season now behind me, I’m finally ready to release Holiday Portrait session dates!

I love, love, love that the results of these sessions end up as cherished gifts to grandparents, holiday cards to friends, and beautifully framed family heirlooms! One of the biggest joys I receive as a photographer, is to return to a client’s home and see the photographs I’ve captured covering their walls!

To start, I’m releasing October dates. I’ll release November dates in just a few weeks, for those who like to wait as long as humanly possible to start holiday card & gift planning! Trust me, I understand!!!

October Custom Session Dates
Tuesday 10/12, 3:00 PM
Thursday 10/14, 11:00 AM
Sunday 10/17, 3:00 PM
Monday 10/18, 11:00 AM
Tuesday 10/19, 11:00 AM
Thursday 10/21, 11:00 AM
Monday 10/25, 11:00 AM
Tuesday 10/26, 11:00 AM
Tuesday 10/26, 3:00 PM

Custom sessions are 1-2 hours long, providing us plenty of time to gather personal images that tell the story of your family. For your session, I’ll come to your home, or you can pick a place you love for the session. We often end up with 100s of images for you to select from, while keeping the pace relaxed and the approach customized to fit the needs of your family. See samples of custom sessions here.

Custom sessions fees are $350 for weekdays and $550 for weekends. (Custom sessions in Napa qualify for a $100 discount!) After your session, you may purchase high-resolution images, with full reprint rights to use for your favorite holiday card or gift. Each digital image ordered is provided in both color and black & white and sepia! Custom sessions may also select from a range of additional products which include heirloom albums, image boxes, gallery wrap prints and slideshow montages.

October Mini-Session Dates
Sunday 10/24, Mini Sessions on the Peninsula | Central Park, San Mateo | Sessions run from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (see samples here)
Saturday 10/30, Mini Sessions in San Francisco | Golden Gate Park, SF | Sessions run from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (see samples here)

Mini-sessions are a great option for families who wish to take a shortened approach to a session with a lower overall investment, but still receive the beautiful results of custom photography. The sessions are quick, but you’d be surprised at how fun they can be! Mini-sessions are approximately 20-25 minutes long, scheduled every half hour, and typically result in 30-50 images for your review and selection. Image galleries are available 1 week after the session.

Mini-session fees are $149/session. After your session, you may purchase high-resolution images, with full reprint rights to use for your favorite holiday card or gift. Each image ordered is provided in both color and black & white and sepia!

How do I sign up?

Both custom sessions & mini-session timeslots go quickly, so contact me directly via the contact link & in the notes section, please indicate if you are interested in a custom session or mini-session, and the date that you are interested in booking.

Holiday Gifts!

I know I’m terribly biased, but I think this is the best gift you can give a loved one or dear friend! I’m happy to create a gift certificate in any amount, or help you develop a custom package to give this holiday season. Just use the contact link to start the conversation!

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Mini-Sessions are almost here! | Mini-Sessions @ Central Park, San Mateo

lori — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 05:02:53 +0000

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I’m getting ready to release 2010 dates for Mini-Sessions & just wanted to post a few examples from our 2008 sessions at Central Park, San Mateo!

So fun!!! I love how, even with the shortened session, we’re able to capture the ever-elusive group family photo, along with the in-between moments that capture personality!

Mini-sessions are a great option for families who wish to take a shortened approach to a session with a lower overall investment, but still receive the beautiful results of custom photography. The sessions are quick, but you’d be surprised at how fun they can be! Mini-sessions are approximately 20-25 minutes long, scheduled every half hour, and typically result in 30-50 images for your review and selection. Image galleries are available 1 week after the session. Mini-session fees are $149/session. After your session, you may purchase high-resolution images, with full reprint rights to use for your favorite holiday card or gift. Each image ordered is provided in both color and black & white and sepia!

Mini-session dates will be announced soon! Timeslots go quickly, so be sure to get on the LPP newsletter mailing list or contact me directly by email: lori@loriphoto.com or via the contact link on my website.

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Mini-Sessions are almost here! | Mini-Sessions @ Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

lori — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 04:09:08 +0000

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I’m getting ready to release 2010 dates for Mini-Sessions & just wanted to post a few examples from last year’s sessions at Golden Gate Park!

Aren’t those fun?!!! I love how, even with the shortened session, we’re able to capture the ever-elusive group family photo, along with the in-between moments that capture personality!

Mini-sessions are a great option for families who wish to take a shortened approach to a session with a lower overall investment, but still receive the beautiful results of custom photography. The sessions are quick, but you’d be surprised at how fun they can be! Mini-sessions are approximately 20-25 minutes long, scheduled every half hour, and typically result in 30-50 images for your review and selection. Image galleries are available 1 week after the session. Mini-session fees are $149/session. After your session, you may purchase high-resolution images, with full reprint rights to use for your favorite holiday card or gift. Each image ordered is provided in both color and black & white and sepia!

Mini-session dates will be announced soon! Timeslots go quickly, so be sure to get on the LPP newsletter mailing list or contact me directly by email: lori@loriphoto.com or via the contact link on my website.

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Another fun session with Layla!

lori — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:58:28 +0000

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The sessions are rolling in fast and furious these days, as the Holiday Card portrait season has more than officially arrived! So my posts may be shorter, but I can’t help but share a few from each of these amazing sessions!

Layla is another favorite returning customer! I was invited to photograph Layla last Fall, when she was just a little over a year, and now she’s two! She is also soon to be a big sister & I’m hoping I’m lucky enough to meet and photograph her new sibling!!! Layla has soooooo many amazing expressions and tons of personality. We had a great time, and she talked up a storm! She had me giggling and grinning ear to ear the entire time.

Here are some favorites from our session:

To view more images, you can view their slideshow here!

Thanks Yasmin & Layla for a superfun session!