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Mommy & Me Sessions 2013 {Harrisburg Photographer}

March 28, 2013 Posted inUncategorized

I cannot believe it is that time of year again……time for our THIRD annual Mommy & Me sessions! This is my absolute favorite time of year. I love the bond between a mother & child, the pure emotion melts my heart every time.

Some of you know that the reason I started doing these sessions three years ago was because of my personal experience. Ever since my oldest son Tyler was ten months old on my first Mother’s Day in 2003, I have had my picture taken with him. Each year I look forward to these sessions with my children. I embrace each of my three boys and treat them like rock stars during the shoot. They love it, and they love it even more when they look back on these images and see themselves with their mom loving on them.

 

Each year I have heard how special these images are to the moms.  As a bonus, these could make for a fabulous Father’s Day gift!  Your gallery will have 8-12 beautiful hand edited images that I promise you will cherish forever.

Your hand stamped jewelry piece has been a favorite by all.  I absolutely LOVE mine!  You can see examples of the necklaces and bracelets at Personally Tagged, they are beautiful!  You can purchase additional charms (for each additional child) for only $10 each.  You can pick your shape (circle, heart or rectangle) and you can also add a birthstone for each child at no additional cost.

 

I am looking forward to creating some amazing memories & images for you!

Email me {heatherblairphotography@gmail.com} with your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice times.  Remember that there are only 7 spots available and they will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Good Luck, and I cannot wait to hear from you!

Times Available:

May 5th {rain date will be 5/19}

3:45pm

4:15pm

4:45pm

5:15pm

5:45pm

6:15pm

6:45pm

 

Looking forward to hearing from you!
~Heather

 

 

 

 

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brittany Thomas - March 28, 2013 - 11:06 pm

would love to book a mommy and me phto

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A Year in Review {Harrisburg Photographer}

December 27, 2012 Posted inUncategorized

I can not believe another year has come and gone. It is amazing to see how quickly life really does pass us by. As I went through all the images Heather Blair Photography took this year, it really hit me how these babies are only so little for such a very short time. It may seem like forever when you are in the midst of sleepless nights, but when you look back, you see how those moments are gone way too quickly.

 

We have have had 63 newborns in 2012, with many 6 month and cake smash sessions as well. I have enjoyed meeting each and every one of these babies. Thank You!

 

 

Here is one of our precious 6 month old girls who was born this year:

 

Cake Smash sessions are so much fun!  In 2013, we will offer them as an all inclusive mini sessions, and they will be held on a specified day at Oooo Lala with a Kiss’s shop in Mechanicsbrg, pa.  Please email me (heather@heatherblairphotography.com) if you are interested in a cake smash session.  They will be offered to the babies that had their newborn session with me first, then if there are openings, they will be opened up to everyone else.  The first one of 2013 will be held on February 5th.  There are still two spots open, please let me know if you would like more information.

 

 

I really look forward to our annual Mommy & Me mini sessions held near Mother’s Day.  I love watching the bond between mother & child, and I LOVE seeing moms on the other side of the lens.  So often us moms are too busy taking the pictures of our children to think about actually being in them.  This is your chance for your yearly pictures with your children.  It is always a fun time had by all!  Registration will open in March 2013 for this year’s Mommy & Me sessions.

 

In 2012, we had 4 Mastering the Shot classes, which revealed so much talent in them.  I must say, I have REALLY enjoyed this teaching thing and watching my participants grow is what keeps me going…..it is pure AWESOMENESS!!!!  Here are just a few of some images the attendees took during our 30 day challenge after the class.  Every one of them can now shoot in manual mode and produce a properly exposed shot.  Our next class will be in the Spring of 2013, please contact me if you are interested.

 

 

New in 2013, Heather Blair Photography will be offering a 5 week online editing class.  Mastering the Edit will begin on February 4th.  There are a few inactive spots available, see here for more details.

 

And lastly,  we had our annual fall/holiday family/child mini sessions.  The more I work with families, the more I love them.  Each family has its unique personalities, and I love getting to know them!

 

Wishing everyone a happy & healthy NEW YEAR!!!

~Heather

 

 

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Editing Examples

December 8, 2012 Posted inMentoring

Here are a few examples showing the SOOC shot, after the Lightroom edit and then the final image after post processing in both Lightroom and Photoshop.

 

There is so much that you can do in Photoshop that you can not do in Lightroom, like masking to it’s fullest extent, head swaps, storyboards, selective color toning/fixing.  I definitely could not live with out Photoshop.  It’s taking that extra step to give your image that WOW factor.

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Mastering the Edit {Harrisburg Photographer}

December 7, 2012 Posted inMentoring

I am so excited to finally share the online editing class with you!  I have been asked for a while now to teach, especially those who have previously taken the Mastering the Shot class with me.  There is something about an image taking it from SOOC (straight out of camera) to a full edit, and doing it correctly.  I actually started editing and designing in Photoshop long before I got my first dslr.  I can not emphasis strongly enough how important it is to know your camera, know how to shoot in Manual mode and how to get it right in camera first.  Photoshop is not for “fixing” mistakes, but to take that gorgeous shot to the next level.  When I am shooting, I am visualizing what will be done in post processing to produce the final shot.

Are you ready to take your images from ordinary to extraordinary?  From good to amazing?  Then this class is for you!  This is a 5 week class teaching you everything that I know.  I am not claiming to be a Lightroom or Photoshop guru, but I will show you what I know and how I edit my images.  If you like my style, then this is for you.

 

What will you learn? 

Week 1:

  • jpg vs. RAW – why shoot in RAW/what is RAW
  • Color Space
  • White Balance
  • Lightroom’s Library Module  – How to import, make collections and mark your favorites {organizing}

Week 2:

  • Lightroom’s Develope Module
  • Histograms and clipping
  • White Balance/color – what looks right
  • Step by Step editing in Lightroom
  • Video watching me edit

Week 3:

  • Importing into Photoshop
  • Photoshop basics
  • Layers
  • Masking
  • Adjustment Layers { levels, curves }
  • Tools

Week 4:

  • Skin tones – correcting
  • Step by Step edits
  • Video of me editing in PS
  • Portraiture & Actions
  • Fixing skin blemishes
  • Re-sizing and sharpening for web

Week 5: 

  • Beyond the Basics – Advanced Photoshop skills
  • Liquify
  • Removing unwanted objects
  • Heap Swaps
  • Flipping an image
  • Making the background look nice
  • Black & Whites
  • Making a template, storyboard and card

WOW!  Lots of fun stuff!  These are basic guidelines for what we will be following, you will walk away with a tremendous amount of information.  By the end of this 5 week course, you will be confident in enhancing your own images and putting your own style to create the art you long for.

 

How does it work?

  • Each week you will get a pdf lesson with an assignment
  • Weeks 2 & 4 you will get a video watching me edit
  • There will be a private Flickr group for all class members
  • You can choose to be either an active or inactive student
  • I will be teaching using Photoshop CS5 and Lightroom 4, both of which can be downloaded for a free 30 day trial from Adobe.com.  Most of the things I teach in Photoshop can be done in elements, however, I am unfamiliar with this program.

Difference between Active and Inactive participants:

  • An active student can ask questions within our private Flickr group and be able to submit their assignments for critique by me.
  • An Inactive student will get all the material and can read the questions and answers in our private Flickr group as well as look at their active peer’s assignments and critiques.  They can not ask their own questions or submit their assignments.

Our private Flickr group:

The private Flickr group will be available to all class participants.  Only the active students will be able to post.

Private Facebook Group:

After class, everyone will be invited to a private Facebook group where everyone (active & inactive students) can share their images and ask questions to their peers.  There will be one Facebook group for all Mastering the Edit classes, so you will have a nice network of new friends.  I will not be actively a part of this group, but may stop by from time to time to see how everyone is doing.

When does it start?

The first run of the class will begin on Monday, June 24th 2013 and run through July 28th 2013.  Depending on the turn out will depend when the next one will run.  There must be at least 8 active students to run the class.

What is the cost?

The cost is $500 for active students and $300 for inactive students.  This is for the entire 5 weeks!  There will only be 10 active participants accepted and 25 inactive students accepted.  A 50% deposit is due at sign up with the remaining balance due by June 17th.

*Important: If you are a photographer in business within a 30 mile radius of Camp Hill, Pa, please contact me first to see if you are eligible to participate. 

If you have questions, please ask them here, in the comments below.

Go HERE to reserve your spot in this class.

Looking forward to meeting you!

~Heather

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Beth Davis - December 7, 2012 - 10:04 pm

Hi Heather! I have been waiting for this for a LONG time!! I have started doing photography, but am VERY amateur. I am in York PA. I was in your mastering the shot class july 2012. I hope you let me participate!!! Thank YOU!!!!
ACTIVE PLEASE :)

Heather Blair - December 7, 2012 - 10:06 pm

Hi Beth! Yes, you may participate, thanks for asking :)

Jessica Tolbert - December 7, 2012 - 10:45 pm

I just paid but I didn’t see anywhere to enter my email or any information for registering?

Rosemary Moore - December 7, 2012 - 11:35 pm

I live in Qld Australia so is it possible to participate as an active student due to time differences or better as an inactive one

Heather Blair - December 7, 2012 - 11:52 pm

Absolutely RoseMary! I would love to have you! Nothing is done “live”, you get all the materials, and if you want to be an active participant, you can ask all the questions you want, it just may take a few hours for me to answer:) You can also submit your weekly assignments for critique, which is invaluable – that is the true way of learning, to get feedback on your work so you know where and how you can improve. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks!

Brooke - December 8, 2012 - 12:24 am

This is great! I am dying to take this class! Unfortunately (as you well know), I am expecting the baby in February so that’s a no-go. Very much hoping you offer it again soon, I’m so there if you do!

Amanda Hann - December 8, 2012 - 3:12 am

I am a photographer in Chambersburg, PA. I would love to know the difference between active and inactive and if I am eligible also.

Heather Blair - December 8, 2012 - 3:23 am

Hi Amanda! Yes, Chambersburg is far enough away, so you may join the class. An active student can ask as many questions as you would like during the entire 5 weeks. You can also post your weekly assignments for me to critique and show you what and how it can be improved. Good feedback is invaluable for a growing photographer. I am always looking for critiques on my own work. As an inactive student, you will get all the material, but you will not be able to post, ask questions, or get any feedback. It is like a silent seat. Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Mandi Calhoun - December 8, 2012 - 10:20 pm

Just signed up! Can’t wait :)

Heather Blair - December 9, 2012 - 12:26 am

Yay Mandi! Can’t wait to have you in class!

Ashleigh Schemenaur - December 10, 2012 - 1:32 am

OMG….. I’m so doing this! How do I know if I’m a active or inactive student? I’m sorry if thats a dumb question.

Heather Blair - December 10, 2012 - 1:43 am

Hi Ashleigh! I would love to have you in class! If you are pretty new to editing, I would strongly recommend being an active student so you can ask as many questions as you would like and get =feedback on your assignments. An inactive student is a silent student and can not ask any questions or submit their assignments. Hope that helps ;)

Rosemary Moore - December 10, 2012 - 4:49 am

Did you get the email that I sent you Heather a couple of days ago
Kind regards Rosemary M.

Heather Blair - December 10, 2012 - 12:55 pm

Rosemary, I did not get an email from you :( Can you try again? Thanks!

Renee Hetrick - December 10, 2012 - 1:50 pm

Heather I just signed up for your class and I am so excited!!

Heather Blair - December 10, 2012 - 1:52 pm

Yay Renee! I am super excited to have you join us! Lots of learning to take those amazing pictures you take to the next level. Can’t wait!

Rosemary Moore - December 10, 2012 - 11:41 pm

Heather have just sent another email via your contacts..Regards Rosemary M.

Kathy Fertal - December 18, 2012 - 2:45 pm

I would love to take your class but I have 2 little ones and can’t do it right now. I’m hoping you will have another class in the summer. I also only have elements as my software

Heather Blair - December 18, 2012 - 2:51 pm

Hi Kathy! If we offer another class, it will most likely be in July;) Thanks!

A Year in Review {Harrisburg Photographer} » Heather Blair Photography - December 31, 2012 - 11:59 pm

[...] Mastering the Edit will begin on February 4th.  There are a few inactive spots available, see here for more [...]

Aneta - January 20, 2013 - 10:20 pm

Couldn’t resist it- cn’t wait to learn from you :) LOVE your work

Mindy Boyer - January 22, 2013 - 9:09 pm

Hey Heather…we talked about mentor session but I would really be interested in active participant for you five week edit course. I will pay the 500.00 in full!!! 717-1672

cristina ruiz - February 8, 2013 - 7:31 pm

I know your master the editing began this past Monday… I’d like to sign up as inactive.. is it too late? I’d like to receive the Mondays pdf and just continue with the rest! I just had the extra money to make the investement and I’m so excited about learning your techinques! Please!

Shari Gordon - May 18, 2013 - 1:59 am

On these classes is it every week certain time?

Heather Blair - May 21, 2013 - 12:30 pm

Hi Shari,

Each Monday you will get your PDF and videos for that week. You work at your own pace. The Active member can ask questions in our private FLickr group (Inactive members can read them). Then your assignments are due by Saturday. Only Active participants can post their assignments for critique/feedback. After the 5 week class, you will be able to join our private Facebook group as well. Please let me know if you have any further questions, I would love to have you! ~Heather {heatherblairphotography@gmail.com}

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4k GIVEAWAY {Reveal}

August 13, 2012 Posted inUncategorized

I hope you are excited as I am right now!!!!

 

First and foremost, can we all say THANK YOU to these wonderful vendors for donating their time, talent and craft……Thank you!!!  I also want to thank you guys, as this giveaway ran very smoothly with everyone playing fair, that truly means a lot.

 

I think I should have you all turn on your video cameras now.   I would LOVE to see the expression of the winners faces…..priceless!  So without further a-do, drum roll please………………….

The grand prize winner of the “Photographer” Giveaway is:

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CONGRATULATIONS to Cortney Rowley!!!  Please contact me within 48 hours to claim your prize:

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The grand prize winner of the “Mom” giveaway is………

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CONGRATULATIONS to Lacie Meyer!!!  Please contact me within 48 hours to claim your prize:)

Thanks again to everyone for making this such a wonderful giveaway!

 

~Heather

 

 

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Bobbie Lyons - August 13, 2012 - 1:56 pm

Congrats you two!!!!! :)

Noelle Q - August 13, 2012 - 7:31 pm

congratulations to y’all.

cortney rowley - August 21, 2012 - 3:35 pm

Hello im here to claim the prize! I messaged and commented last night on facebook, not sure if you got it :[

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