Keilan / Syracuse Model

Um Gorgeous!  And fun!  And smart!  And bubbly!

This is Keilan - a local Syracuse model that I just adore.  She is so easy to work with, does pretty much whatever I ask of her without question and is just an all around great person!

Keilan was kind enough to model for me while I was mentoring another photographer.  Here are just a few of my favorites (and I didn't shoot for very long since I was teaching).

Model:  Keilan Brinones

Location:  downtown Syracuse

Syracuse Woman Magazine

Super exciting news to share with all of my followers! I am thrilled to announce I will be shooting for the new Syracuse Woman Magazine here in Central New York begining with the March/April edition. I can't wait to get started and I look forward to meeting some powerful, inspirational women here in Syracuse!








Syracuse Woman Magazine is the only upscale magazine targeted specifically for Syracuse's professional woman. Modeled after the highly successful Rochester Woman Magazine, SWM will contain the same high quality content and design that Rochester Woman have come to love. The 64 page, glossy, full color publication will be distributed bi-monthly to readers in the Greater Syracuse Area.

Their mission is simple: to inform, inspire and entertain.

The inaugural edition will be available online on January 31st at http://www.syracusewomanmag.com/. And available at newstands throughout Central New York around February 4th. Make sure you pick up your copy and become a FAN of the magazine over on Facebook as well.

High Fashion / Couture Shoot...

Another awesome High Fashion Couture shoot with the East Coast Artists! Makeup, hair & styling by the wonderfully talented Laura Marino / Laura Marino Studios. This woman never disappoints and always comes up with the most amazing looks for our models. She is flawless! And none of this would be possible without all of her hard work and dedication!

A big thank you to all of our models: Meagan, Morgan, Annaliese & Katie.

Photographers: Jared, Vanessa, Michael, Jake and myself! See more from this shoot here.

Editorial Fashion Shoot...

A couple previews from a recent Editorial Fashion shoot with the East Coast Artists group. We had a great time in the studio with models Renee and Mandie. It's always nice to get together with fellow photographers and let our creativity flow.

A big thanks to our models: Renee & Mandie! And our photographers: Jared, Vanessa, Jussara and John. More previews here!

Style Armory Square Fashion Show

I had the pleasure of attending and photographing the Style Armory Square Fashion Show at the historic Landmark Theater in Syracuse. It was an awesome show hosted by Amy Robbins from 93Q and sponsored by Gray Goose Vodka, Greatbrewers.com and Inspired Designs by Lisa.

The show featured a variety of fashions from boutiques located in Armory Square and showcased the 2011 Spring Collection from designer Lisa Marie Butler of Inspired Designs by Lisa.

To read more about the show and see more pictures check out my column here.

Megan in the Studio...

A few images to share from a model shoot with my East Coast Artists group back in July. We had a great time shooting together, practicing posing and just hanging out! These shoots are always a lot of fun!

Our model for the day - the beautiful and talented Megan Mahaney! You really can't take a bad picture of this lovely young woman! She is such a natural!

Megan { Oswego, NY }

Wow! Really all I can say is WOW everytime I shoot with Megan. She is just an amazing model and knows exactly how to work the camera! And she is also a makeup artist and photographer too! It doesn't get any better than that!

For this shoot we went to my favorite location in Oswego on the shore of Lake Ontario. Big rocks, waves, water and soft diffused light!

Even though it started out very rainy and we had to keep running for the car, totally ruined an umbrella, had a dead car battery and got a little bit wet - we had a fabulous shoot. And the rain did eventually stop and we captured some great images.

A few of my faves! Lots more can be seen here.

Fash the Dress ~ Lizzy

A promotional portfolio shoot for my new "Fash The Dress" sessions! These sessions are exclusively for teenagers for after the prom or ball! A chance to get glammed up again, feel like a Princess and shoot some amazing fashion images! Now what girl doesn't like to feel like a Princess right?

Thank you to the beautiful Annaliese (or Lizzy as she likes to be called and it's easier to remember and pronounce) for modeling for me and bringing the two most GORGEOUS dresses I've ever seen!

And a big THANK YOU to Megan Mahaney for her makeup artistry and styling help during the shoot! And to David, owner of the Water Street Cafe in downtown Syracuse for letting us use his cafe for makeup and clothing changes.

Model: Lizzy
Makeup: Megan Mahaney
Location: Downtown Syracuse

More on my Facebook page here and my website here. Contact me if you would like to book a "Fash The Dress" shoot!

Turning Heads in Downtown Syracuse...

Had a fantastic shoot with the beautiful and talented Megan a few weeks ago ( so I'm a little behind on the blogging). Model, photographer and makeup artist extraordinaire! And at 6 feet tall, drop dead gorgeous she was stopping traffic downtown. Even women were approaching us on the streets.

We did a high fashion shoot in downtown Syracuse. I love the urban look and of course she had some great outfits. We walked around downtown to a few of my favorite places and shot along the way, changing clothes in the alley when needed.

Here are a few from our shoot. More on my Facebook here.

Get Ready to "Fash The Dress"...

Exciting News:

Images by Kelly Photography is now offering "Fash The Dress" Sessions...

Are you ready to "Fash the Dress"? Similiar to a Trash the Dress session with a bride, except exclusively for teenagers!

You spent all that money on your gorgeous gown, shoes and accessories to only wear it once to your Prom or Senior Ball. Well, times are a changing! Schedule your session for after your big event and create some amazing memories and fashion inspired images.

Book your "Fash The Dress" photo shoot and lets have some fun. These one-of-a-kind portrait sessions are held on location and inspired by the dress. It's like your own private fashion shoot!

Locations include: Downtown Syracuse, Armory Square, Thornden Park, Sylvan Beach, Oneida Shores, Onondaga Lake Park or even your own neighborhood and home.

Visit the website here for more details and investment!

Julie & Aurora { Operation Love Reunited}...

Another Operation Love Reunited session from last week. I have been doing a lot of these sessions the past few weeks. It seems all of our Fort Drum boys are being deployed!

Julie and Aurora (3 months old) came to my studio for their session. Dad hasn't seen his daughter since she was born. And even though Aurora was a little fussy ( I think she misses her daddy ) we managed to capture some great moments for dad.

I'm getting ready to order the prints Julie choose for dads album. The album will be sent to him in Afghanistan. He'll have a little piece of home with him during his deployment.

Syracuse fashion photographer - Laura Marino

If you've never heard the name Laura Marino before don't worry you will. Laura is a stay at home mom of two children ages 4 and 6, hairstylist and up and coming fashion photographer residing in Central New York. This woman has the talent, vision and passion to make it all happen. When you see some of the amazing images she has captured with her camera all you can say is "Wow".




Click on link below to read the article.

Syracuse fashion photographer - Laura Marino

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Teenage fashion on a budget

My latest Syracuse Fashion Photography article - "Teenage Fashion on a Budget" is published and ready for your enjoyment. Go check it out and subscribe to my column while you are there. You'll get email updates whenever I publish a new article.

Please tell your friends too!





Teenage fashion on a budget

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Boudoir Contest Winners - Christa & Kami...

Congratulations to Christa and Kami!! They were the winners of the January 2010 Boudoir Session contest over on my Facebook fan page and both were very deserving.

Thank you both ladies for sharing your heartfelt stories here on the BLOG!

I hope you enjoyed the Boudoir experience during our sessions. And I'm sure your husbands will absolutely love your sexy portraits!

Check out my FAN page here so you don't miss the next contest. I'll be giving away lots more in 2010!

What is fashion photography?

I am excited to announce my new position as the Syracuse Fashion Photography Examiner. I'll be writing about all things fashion and fashion photography related in the Syracuse area.

Please subscribe to my column and get email alerts when I publish new articles. Tell your friends too.

Feel free to email me with story ideas, fashion events and questions or comments.

Click on link below to read my first article...

What is fashion photography?

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February Contest...

In the spirit of Valentines Day, the February contest giveaway will be for a Couples Boudoir Session. Ladies and gentleman you can't be shy or lack the self-confidence for this one! I'm looking for a sexy couple, madly in love that are comfortable with each other, AND in front of the camera. No nudity involved!

The winning couple will receive a complimentary one hour session in the studio or at their home, a private on-line gallery and a 11x14 print of their choice.

RULES:

1. Must be a FAN of my Facebook. You can sign up here

2. Must be a married couple

3. Must live within 90 miles of Syracuse

4. Cannot have won previous contest within last 90 days

5. Must sign model release allowing me use images for promotion ( I won't show any images that you are not comfortable with)

How to Enter: Go to my FAN page and leave the comment " I Want To Win" under the " 2010 February Contest" entry post.

The giveaway does not include any other prints, digital images, or products. Additional prints/products can be purchased separately at my current pricing. There is absolutely no purchase necessary to enter and win the contest! Winning couple will be announced on Valentine's Day!

Email me with any questions! Each entry will be assigned a number and the winner will be chosen by http://www.random.org/. Good luck to everyone!!

Couples Boudoir Portraits - Special...

For Couples Only! Have you always wanted some sexy and intimate portraits of you and your man to capture a special moment in your lives and relationship? Now is your chance. One day only! Sunday, February 21st from 10am - 6pm. Couples Boudoir Sessions at a luxury hotel suite (Syracuse, NY)!

From a sexy "Jeans Ad" look to sophisticated and elegant. Be prepared to have fun and really enjoy the complete Couples Boudoir experience. I want to capture your sensual side, your flirty side, your Rock Star side and all the different aspects of your relationship. Let me tell the story of your romance with some intimate and sexy portraits.

$225 per couple includes: 30-45 minute session, makeup artist, luxury hotel suite, private on-line gallery, (1) 11x14 wall portrait, (8) wallet prints and 20% discount on purchase of additional prints and/or products. Custom albums also available.

By appointment only! $50 deposit (non-refundable) to hold your session time. Location to be announced. Minimum of three couples.

First come, first serve. Age 18 and over only please. Email me at glory2045@twcny.rr.com to book your time or if you have any questions. Or feel free to call me at (315) 668-2045.

K Glam Model Shoot { BLOG }...

On Saturday, January 17th I had the pleasure of attending a group model shoot hosted by Kelly of K Glam Photo Studio. She organized the event and provided the models, location and makeup artist. All I had to do was show up with my camera.

Every once in a while, when time permits I try to work group model shoots into my schedule. It's a great way to practice your craft, play with new lighting techniques and try out new poses. This was one of those times and I'm very pleased with the results.

I had never worked with any of these models previously. They were all FABULOUS! And they had some amazing clothes too!

Models: Michelle, Morgan, Jennifer, Amy & Shawna
Makeup Artist: Emily Jock


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Morgan...

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