fstop for Breast Cancer Mentor Auction-Beth Forester

I am very happy to be participating in the f stop for Breast Cancer charitable event. f/stop breast cancer is a groundbreaking photography auction that includes both mentor sessions and photography products where 100% of the proceeds go straight to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
I along with tons of other photographers have donated their time and products to help raise money for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. If you would like to bid on the auction for my 60 minute mentor session and $375 worth of photoDUDS products you go visit the auction here on ebay. We can talk about anything you want via the phone or through a video chat. It's a great cause and I hope we can work together to raise tons of money for breast cancer research. The Auction ends on October 19th so head on over to ebay and check it out! If you have any questions about the auction you can e-mail me at beth@foresterphoto.com

New Studio Images

Well, it's finally starting to come together at the new studio....we hung tons of prints last week getting ready for Photovision to arrive for the film shoot. (yes, very exciting news..I will be appearing in the 2011 photovision season!) Anyway, here are some new images of the studio I wanted to share.

New Studio Installation--Metal Art

Wow! I am so excited! We just installed a metal photo display in our newly renovated downtown studio. The new location is a 5,000 square foot building that was built around 1900, so it has tons of character and loads of exposed brick walls. This display is 7 feet and hangs in a hallway that we believe used to go down to the vault....oh yeah, I almost forgot to mention that the building was originally a bank. Anyway, I wanted to share an image of the installation since I was so excited to see it all together on the wall.

Senior of the Week--Chelsea Belcher

What a great time I had shooting Chelsea!! Over the past year or so I have been photographing her nephew, Chase. It's been such fun to watch him grow from a tiny newborn into a smiling, laughing toddler. Anyway, Chelsea and I had such a great time during her session. She was so enthusiastic and her pictures show what a fun and carefree personality she has...I had such a blast!

Name: Chelsea Paige Belcher
School: Sherman High School
Session: Designer Art Session
Favorite Color(s) Purple
Favorite Band: Skillet & Need to Breathe
Favorite Movie: Freedom Writers Diary
Favorite TV Show: Keeping up with the Kardashians
Hobbies: softball, volleyball, reading
Lucky Number: 17 Favorite Website: Facebook
Pets: Mini Schnauzer Baxter
Two words that describe you: fun, energetic

Senior of the Week--Shane Light

Name: Shane Light
School: Scott High School
Session: Designer Art
Favorite Color(s): Yellow, Orange, Brown
Favorite Movie: Drop Dead Fred
Hobbies: Golfing, Kayaking, Wakeboard
Lucky Number: 3 Favorite Website: Facebook
Pets: Dog

Little Miracle-Gracie

Just a few weeks ago I was in Kentucky speaking at the KYPPA Summer School. I always enjoy speaking there because I have some great friends there that I always enjoy spending time with. But also, because it feels a little like home...I went to college at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky and after college, I actually lived almost a year in Lexington. So, it's always fun to go there and see how everything has changed over the years.
Anyway, I wanted to share some of the images from the seminar of Little Gracie. I was so touched when I found out how special she is....Her mother, Becky was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago and was told she would not be able to have another child. But as you can see sometimes miracles do happen and our lives are blessed with precious gifts, like Gracie. It was such a moving shoot, the entire crowd was in tears when Becky shared her story. Gracie was a perfect subject and we got some really great photos! Congratulations to parents Becky and Chris and big brother, Jaden.

Welcome Thomas Alexander Fox

Wow! I have been having so much fun lately with babies....It seems like almost everyday for the last two months I have photographed a newborn. Here is an announcement I created for cute little Thomas and his parents Jared and Jessica Fox of Proctorville, OH. I have a long history with Jessica and her family. I photographed both her and her sister, Jodi at their weddings and now I am photographing their babies. You may remember Jodi's daughter Isla.... she was the first baby I photographed hanging from a tree. So, we had to do the same for Thomas and it took two trips. Thomas wasn't feeling well the first day and we weren't able to get him calm enough for the cocoon photo, so they had to make the long trip to the studio twice. He was feeling much better atht eh second shoot and the photos turned out awesome! Congrats to Jessica and Jared! Thomas is a beautiful little boy and I look forward to photographing him throughout the year!

Beth Forester Photography Senior Portraits WV-C/O 2011 underway

Well, now senior season for the class of 2011 has officially begun! We are moving into our new fabulous studio and what fun I am having trying out all the new stuff I have planned for seniors this year...Here is an image of Logan senior Carl Hawkins which I am so excited about.....just one of the new things we'll be doing this year!

Welcome Zeke McKade Tiller

Had to share this cute little announcement I made for Adam and Tiffany Tiller announcing the birth of their new baby boy. He was such a cutie and he already had the cutest little rock start hair-do. So precious. Congratulations to the Tillers!

New Studio Sneak Peek

I am super-excited! We started moving onto the new space on Main Street in Madison this week...renovations aren't completely finished but almost. The space has just turned out so awesome and I am so excited to get everything moved! We will be having an Open House later on in the summer once we get settled...so stay tuned!

Cutest Birthday Invites--Mattox Sartin

I just had to post this birthday party invitation to the blog because it is so stinkin' cute! I've been photographing little Mattox since he was a few weeks old...what a fun year it's been! I was so surprised and excited when I cam into the studio to shoot the images for this announcement...I had no idea that Renee was bringing in full Mickey and Minnie Mouse costumes! And I had to share this pic showing my office manager, Holly's ultimate dedication to making your experience at our studio like no other....she actually wore the costume in the pics for the entire session....now that is what I call service! Wow what fun...we had a blast and Mattox loved it! Happy Birthday Mattox!

Chicks Who Click

I am so excited to be a part of this event....and so honored! What a great line-up of speakers!

On June 24-27 you'll have a chance to learn from some of the industry's top mentors, connect with other photographers and enjoy some girlfriend time in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona, at the fabulous Firesky Resort & Spa. This boutique hotel features an incredible spa!

Whether you are a seasoned pro or brand new to the industry, this conference offers something for everyone. We will feature many topics including Boudoir, Marketing, Sales, Seniors, Children, Posing & Lighting, Weddings, Photoshop, and much, much more. The fabulous speaker lineup features Kay Eskridge, Mary Fisk-Taylor, Beth Forester, Jen Hillenga, Julie Klaasmeyer, Julieanne Kost, Cindy Behnke, Britney Fullgraf, Lori Nordstrom, and Cheryl Ridgeway.

Early registration is only $249 for PPA members and $279 for non-members; after April 30 pay $299 for PPA members and $329 for non-members. Registration includes top-notch programs, social events, mentoring opportunities, some meals, boutique shopping and plenty of great girlfriend gifts.

If you want more information on the event check out the chicks website.

Make A Difference Winner--Justin Scruggs

Sorry it has taken me so long to post the winner of our first ever "Make a Difference" contest. First of all, I would like to thank everyone who took the time out of their day to nominate each deserving senior. There were so many touching stories and I wanted to be able to give them all the winning package. But, after a long deliberation, the winner we have chosen is Justin Scruggs of Nitro High School. Congratulations Justin! I will be calling Justin this week to set up his appointment and as soon I process some of his images I'll share them with you.

Thanks again to everyone who participated in this event by nominating a worthy senior...they were all great nominees and I wish them the best for all their future endeavors!

Animoto Offer-Get 3 months Free

I'm a very excited! I am heading out to WPPI today! I will be giving a program on "Selling the Senior Client" on Monday at 3:30 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Anyway, for a while now I have been working with Animoto and using their awesome service for creating video slide shows. Well, they recently asked me to do a self-portrait for the Animoto site. And in conjunction with WPPI and the launch of my Animoto page, they have allowed me to offer you 3 months free of Animoto when you sign up for a year's subscription ....so you'll get 15 months for the price of 12! Now you can still take advantage of this offer even if you already have an Animoto account...all you have to do is re-up for a year and you'll get the 3 months free as well.

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