by Paul Manoian on February 6, 2010
Pre-book a session for your Class of 2011 senior pictures before March 15, 2010 and get 20% off your lifestyle portraits session fee (valued at $125). I am already taking calls about available summer sessions for senior pictures and can’t wait to work with you!
Also, I am still accepting applications for my Class of 2011 Model Search. Throughout 2010, Class of 2011 reps will receive their images on marketing materials, signs and anything else where I think they would look great!
Don’t wait until the summer to book since available dates are already filling up!
Class of 2011 Senior Pictures - Book Now!
by Paul Manoian on February 1, 2010
I’m now one month into my 365 Project for 2010 and I am thoroughly enjoying it. A 365 Project is one where you take post a single picture for each day of the year. It has really forced me to expand my vision and capture common-day items from a new perspective. As I suggested in my Day 28 iPhone 365 Project post, I believe there are three keys to a successful 365 Project:
- Always have a camera with you
- Always look for interesting light
- Always take the shot
If you’ve considered doing a 365 Project but haven’t yet started, what are you waiting for? You don’t have to have an expensive camera for a 365 Project. You only have to have a camera, film or digital. In fact, I know one person that even does there’s with a Polaroid and his photos are absolutely fantastic.
I chose to use my iPhone because I always have it with me. In addition, I can take photos with it anywhere (e.g. restaurants, at the mall, etc) and I just look like “some guy with a camera phone”. My Canon DSLR would definitely draw attention in places where I’d rather blend in. By the end of the day I usually have multiple photos that I can filter through and select one to post on my 365 Project blog.
If you haven’t seen my iPhone 365 Project, please check it out and let me know what you think. There’s a little something for everyone! Here are 5 of my favorites from January:
iPhone 365 Project Day 13: Detroit, MI Sunset on I-75
iPhone 365 Project Day 14: Ford Field - Home of the Detroit Lions
iPhone 365 Project Day 19: Greek Orthodox Church Bell Tower
iPhone 365 Project Day 22: Livonia Observer and Eccentric Loading Dock
iPhone 365 Project Day 29: I-96 Sunrise in Detroit, Michigan
by Paul Manoian on January 30, 2010
Each year, I offer a number of photography contests for individuals of all ages. My most recent two contests (“Kids Being Kids” and “Full of Life“) were geared to children and received an excellent response from parents across southeast Michigan.
I’ve decided to partner with Livonia Little Tots to offer a special contest only for families with children enrolled in their Toddler and Preschool programs. I have a long-standing relationship with Livonia Little Tots and have been asked to photograph the children for displays throughout the school year a number of times. In fact, many of my prints have been adorning their walls since 2009. A 16×20 mounted print of the image below is currently hanging in the hallway outside their main office.
Michigan Child Photographer
If you have a child currently enrolled at Livonia Little Tots age 2-5, please nominate them for the “Characters” child photography contest!
Two finalists will receive a free on-location (within 10 miles of Livonia, MI) portrait session and an 8×10 print of their favorite proof.
Each finalist family will be able to select one image to put head-to-head in an online vote for the grand prize, a complimentary 1 year membership in the V.I.P. Portrait Program giving them free sitting fees for an entire year for their immediate family.
Please fill out the nomination form below to be considered for the contest. If you nominate someone else’s child and they are selected as the winner, you will receive a $25 Print Credit that can be used toward prints from a future portrait session of your own! You have until March 15, 2010 to submit your entry.
by Paul Manoian on January 22, 2010
Our Class of 2011 Model Search has received a tremendous amount of interest since its launch last Fall. If you’re currently a Junior graduating with the Class of 2011 and haven’t sent in your application yet, don’t despair! There’s still time to get in on the fun this Spring and Summer!
Our model representatives get a free headshot and senior lifestyle portrait session just for participating! In addition, our top reps have an opportunity to win pictures, products and cash! All you have to do as a rep is tell your friends about us. In case you’re wondering, you don’t have to be a super model … just be an outgoing person with an awesome personality!
Check out the online application to learn more at: http://www.paulmanoian.com/photography/index.php/class-of-2011-model-search/
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