I had the pleasure of taking Miss Coopersville's official portrait. Tara Graftema is a senior at Coopersville High School. We laughed and had a lot of fun during her session. It was a great way to get to know her better. I was very inspired as I listened to the many ways the experience has positively affected her character. The best part is that she looks great all dressed up and wearing a crown, but I suspect she's still pretty comfy in her jeans and boots.

It was also great to hear the way many of Coopersville's business members supported her and many others, as the senior class faced a multitude of tragedies during the beginning of the year.

Good luck in all your future endeavors Tara!

Kim

If you know Chelsea, Randi, Jenna or Aubreanne and you are a 2010 senior, be sure to get a business card from one of these ladies. If you bring the card to your studio session you'll be able to choose a gift valued at $35! What are your gift choices you may wonder.... stay tuned!

Kim & Karen

Professional Photographers of Western Michigan (PPWM) is holding a print competition this month. The subject matter is seniors and the judges are seniors and their parents. This is a bit of a departure from our typical print competitions. We're looking forward to be judged by prospective clients instead of our peers. I'm assuming the criteria will be more emotional based than technical.

These are the prints that Karen and I are entering. Do you think we have any winners?

Kim

Chelsea was in the studio last night. She makes my job sooo easy. Can't wait to have her back in the studio one more time for a special session :)

KK

We started Alyssa's senior portrait sessions in her own backyard! It was the perfect location for portraits of her and her beautiful horse. Who would have guessed that it would have been 80+ degrees in October though!