2011 Fall Wardrobe Inspiration, Part 3 - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location family and teen photographer

This is part three of my Fall Wardrobe Inspiration.

Accessories - (headband from Adam's Blankie, yellow wedge shoes).

Layers, military-inspired vest, boots.

Texture - the detail and texture in this military-inspired denim vest is great for layering and adding interest.

Layering, color, belts, sneakers.

Throw a belt over your shirt and sweater, or just over the shirt.

This mix of color may not normally be what you would pull out of your closet. Experiment a bit with color when planning your session wardrobe. Look at ads for fresh color combinations, like the lime green, navy blue, gray, and brown in this wardrobe.

(Here is a funny side-note - our original intent had been to do skinny dark-wash jeans with this outfit. However, the jeans were accidently left at home. The casual sweats Cienna was wearing ended up looking super-cute, and added a fun twist to the outfit!)

Hats, layering.

Fedora hats are everywhere, and look incredible on guys, girls, and kiddos. They don't shade the face too much for your photo shoot, and they add a fashionable look to your wardrobe. I've seen some cute and inexpensive ones at H&M, Old Navy, and Target.

Texture.

Spruce-up a neutral-colored wardrobe with texture or layers. The zippers on the the shoulders of the cream top, and the slight gathers at the waist, make this top anything but boring.

The formal dress, though also a neutral pallet, photographs wonderfully with the sheer overlay, intricate lace waist, and Kayleigh's pop of nail color!

Belts, boots - great ways to accessorize and add dimension.

(See more in Part 4!)

- elka

2011 Fall Wardrobe Inspiration - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location family photographer

This is part four of my 2011 Fall Wardrobe Inspiration.

Hoodies - great for framing the face.

Layers, hoodie, colored jeans, cute flats, tousseled hair (side braid pinned up).

Accessories - sparkle in the hair clip, cute shoes.

Accessories (headbands!) - this headband is from Adam's Blankie on Etsy.

Coordinating - when coordinating for a family session, one easy plan is to choose a print, and match solids from the print (notice shoes, jewelry, and clothing is all coordinated to colors in the printed maxi).

I owe an enormous thank you to all of the guys and gals who modeled for the 2011 Fall Fashion Photo Shoot with Vignettes Photography. Thank you for letting me rummage through your closets, and thank you for giving up hours of your time on shoot day getting prepped and enduring the heat while channeling a FALL feel. =) You were all wonderful to work with, and absolutely beautiful.

Thanks, also, to the gals at Bellazza Salon and Spa who gave up many hours doing hair and makeup for the models. Your attentiveness and talent are so much appreciated!!

I hope this gives you all some wardrobe and style inspiration for your Fall/Holiday photo session with Vignettes Photography! The three tips to remember when planning your session wardrobe - layers, texture, accessories!

- elka

Fall/Holiday Bookings Now OPEN! - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer

The time has come! The 2011 Fall/Holiday sessions are now OPEN for booking!

Hopefully you have had a chance to read about the exciting changes to Vignettes Photography (check out the post below!). I do expect Fall/Holiday sessions to book up very quickly, so contact me today to get your slot reserved.

This is a great time of year to get birthday/individual portraits of your child(ren)...

family photos for the holidays...

or just a fun outdoor, on-location photo session in Tucson's beautiful weather!

Bookings are now open for September through December, 2011. Contact me today to reserve your personalized photo session! Looking forward to a fun and fabulous photo shoot with you!

- elka

What's New and Exciting with Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer

I am so excited to share some new and exciting changes with you all! As many of you know, I began Vignettes Photography back in May, 2008, after several requests for my business card and rates (which were non-existent at the time), based on the photos I took for fun of my nieces, nephews, and my own sweet baby. At that point I had no training, but just enjoyed the creativity and documentation of photography. I have always had a creative eye, and I believe this was what appealed to others.

Since that time, I have spent countless hours reading up on and practicing the technical side of shooting and editing, and I have invested in higher-quality equipment, more props, and a professional website and client gallery. I have been loving the beautiful results, and I am proud that you, my clients, are benefiting from these changes. I believe that these, as well as more experience, have made me a better photographer. Time has also allowed me to define my style more clearly (see the post below!), which has resulted in better images. I have been incredibly blessed as my business has grown, and I have made adjustments accordingly here and there over the years.

After the crazy-busy fall, winter, and spring (okay, the crazy-busy past year!), I have decided to restructure my business a bit to better meet the needs of my clients, as well as my family. I have begun implementing some of these changes over the summer months, and this new structure is a great fit! Here are what these changes mean for you (effective immediately):

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  I will be taking a limited number of bookings per month to allow me to give the utmost attention to your personalized session.


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  I will be doing pre-session consultations in-person. I believe that I will give you the best session possible when we have had a chance to sit down together and chat about the style, wardrobe, props, and location of your session.


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  Because we will have had an in-person consultation, your session will be more relaxed, and we will get better images that fit the look and style we are going for.


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  Included with each session will be one Facebook pic, a low-res image of your choice with logo for your profile picture or just for sharing.


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  I have restructured my pricing to reflect these changes. Please check out my website for my new pricing info - www.vignettesphotography.com. The most noteable change is that I will be offering digital images (low-res images, high-resolution images, and the Keepsake CD with printing rights) only after a $200 minimum print/product purchase. The reason for this is that you are investing in a photo session with me, so I want you to have the best work possible to display in your home! There is a huge difference in the paper quality, color, and printing methods between the professional lab that works with professional photographers, and the corner 1-hour photo shop. I do realize the convenience of having the digital images to share or archive, which is why I am still offering these at the same low rates they have always been, after the print/product minimum has been met.

I am excited for you to experience a photo session with these changes in place - I know you will love the images we get. I continue to be grateful for all of the love, support, and encouragement I get from you, my sweet clients, and I hope that I continue to live up to your high praises! It is because of you that I have this joy of the most fun and creative job in the world - thank you! =)

*** Fall/Holiday bookings will be open to the public NEXT WEEK! Check back here on the blog or on the Vignettes Photography Facebook page for the announcement of when they are open!

- elka

My Style, Defined. - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer

This blog post is dedicated to defining my photography style. (Thanks to all of the models from my Fall Fashion Photo Shoot, as well as clients from past sessions, for the use of your beautiful faces in this post!) =)

My style....

I shoot in natural light, on-location.

I primarily photograph children,

high school seniors,

and families.

A session with me is laid-back, but involves lots of fun and laughter.

I go for portraits that look natural, in a beautiful way.

I love close-ups,

sunlight,

giggles,

and a bit of vintage style.

I love layers of clothes, and accessories.

Sleepy newborns,

curious toddlers,

adventurous kiddos,

and confident seniors.

Kisses,

snuggles,

and good old-fashioned love of couples and families.

I aim to capture the little vignettes in your life, to be art that brings you joy and sweet memories.

My favorite clothing and style inspiration comes from places like:

Boden

Mini Boden

Anthropologie

Hannah Andersson

Garnet Hill

Janie and Jack

Finley and Oliver

Gymboree

H&M

Adam's Blankie

The Belle and The Beau

Ann Taylor Loft

Pottery Barn

Restoration Hardware

The Lettered Cottage

World Market

All of this defines my photography style. (Check out my website for more NEW info about Vignettes Photography!)

- elka