Category: Silhouettes
Last Silhouettes of the Summer (Northville, MI Photography)
September 1, 2010 Silhouettes
It’s the first day of September? Yep, I said it. Can’t believe it- but it IS here. already. just….wow!!!
I am welcoming September this year though. I love the Fall and am ready for it. And this Autumn will be the time for some terrific changes here at JenniferAlderPhotography. Just so all of you know, I have a dozen of creative shoots lined up very soon, plus lots of amazing clients, AND a new site re-design over the next 6 weeks. Times will be busy but FUN. Oh… and in October, I have a fabulous Creative Minds workshop going on. Send me a note for registration details- you DON’T Want to miss out and spots are still available.
Meanwhile, I had a silhouette session last week with 15 yr old, Morgan, that I would like to share a little bit from our time together. She did a great job and it was just lovely working with her and Mom. I plan to do more silhouette sessions later in the year, so keep your eye out if you enjoy these. I think I have parts of four or five sessions here on my blog over the past couple of months. Hope you all have enjoyed it.
If you’re a photographer who wants some tips on posing, settings and post processing on silhouette images- sign up for an online photography editing lesson! I now have one just for Silhouettes! 
Silhouette photography has been a fun way for me to release creative energy this Summer. I love the time I spend on this type of photography and look forward into including more sessions like this into my future workload. Most likely I will share a few more silo sessions with you all. Last week, just a few days after my WHIMSY workshop, I had the chance to meet up with a fabulous couple, Jackie and Matt, at sunset for some romantic images. Have a look at some of the shot from our time together:
And these two are just for fun
Thanks for stopping by everyone! Stay tuned for more session previews
Hi everyone! For the first time ever, I am having a double give-a-way. SERIOUSLY. One is for clients and the other is for photographers.
NUMBER ONE:
I have been having so much fun with silhouettes this Summer but I am not done yet! Summer sunsets really inspire me. I have another silhouette shoot next week that I am very excited about. The time has come for a give-a-way. This images are unique and beautiful and I think everyone should have some. Kids, couples, families, models, brides- everyone!!! All you have to do is send me a note and you could win.
How to win:
- Send me a note on Facebook or an email: jenlynnalder@aol.com with the code SILO
- Include age of subject(s)
- Tell me why you should win
- Link this article on Facebook or Twitter to help spread the word
What the winner gets:
- A free session in the Northville area about 30-45 minutes before sunset to be held before 08/31/10
- use of props
- A gallery of edited images on my site to view, along with a blog post feature
- (1) free 8 X 10 enlarged print
- 50% CD of images ( reduced price is $300)
Contest starts NOW ………… good luck. You have one week to enter. All entries must be received by midnight EST, 08/19/10. Winner will be drawn at random.
NUMBER TWO:
I have an area on my web site that is for photographers of all levels- including parents/hobbyists. In this area you will find lessons and workshops. The lessons that are offered are done via email and are one-on-one. There is a lengthy list of photography and post processing topics that I cover along with additional information and gallery samples on my site. There is also a spot for workshops- which are held right here is SE Michigan.
Today I have decided to give-a-way ONE gift certificate valued at $100 that can be applied towards a lesson, lesson package or workshop tuition of your choice. Winner must apply certificate before 08/31/10.
Want to win it?
- Simply send me a note on Facebook or email me: jenlynnalder@aol.com with the code EDU100
- tell me why you want to win
- link this post to your Facebook/Twitter to help spread the word
Contest ends in ONE WEEK- All entries must be received by midnight EST, 08/19/10. Winner will be drawn at random. Good luck everyone!
Summer is such a fabulous time of year to capture silhouettes at sunset. Last night we had a beautiful sky… and I was delighted to work with a beautiful young lady named Lilly. Have a look at just a little of our work together:
Yea…. she pretty much ROCKS.
I have been already getting messages asking if I do portrait sessions like this for families, kids, brides and models… the answer is YES. I would love to do them. You can even book a mini-silhouette session.
** Photographers- I am also able to teach this technique via an online lesson. If you would like to learn or book a session, send me a note: jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook. I have a couple more silhouette sessions coming up later in the month. Stay tuned for more image previews!!
ALSO- My WHIMSY workshop is almost here. YAY! It will be held in the Novi/Northville area next Sunday, August 15th…. and will be loads of fun. We have an amazing group of models, stylists and kids lined up. Think bold color, energy and beauty. I do have a spot or two open- if you would like to register contact me ASAP. Cost is $450 (includes lunch) but I will take $100 off of your tuition if you mention code A100. I will be having another workshop on Saturday, October 9th themed: Autumn Love. Registration is now open for this one, too! I hope to see you there.
Still running a great deal on Senior Portrait packages- check out the post below.
Hi Everyone! I am stopping in again this month to say Helloooooooooooooooo and to show you some of what I have been up to lately. This month has been filled with student lessons, self study and workshop preparation- along with a few fabulous clients. SO busy and SO much fun. But, every once in awhile, I like to make time for new things. Silhouette photography is something that I have done in the past but never really gave any thought or dedicated study to. I decided to research a little bit and see how they were supposed to “properly” be done. I was not completely prepared for a shoot but the sun was going down a few evenings ago… and my nephew + fiance were sorta near….. and one thing lead to another. They agreed to give me FIVE TO TEN minutes of their time. OK? LOL. Can you believe I, a photographer, am surrounded by people who love to do anything but get their photo taken? ha! Anyhow, the few minutes gave me inspiration and a little practice. Thanks boys- love you! Check out a few images from our short period of time together:
And this image was enhanced with texture and an image of another cloudy sky… it was “quick art.” I really enjoy silhouettes and have a couple of models lined up for next month to show you some of my “real” ideas. Stay tuned. I promise they will be worth your while. Oh, and, if you are an upcoming client…. feel free to suggest this option. I WOULD LOVE to shoot some silhouettes of your family. They are so much fun and result in such beautiful works of art. See?
OR, If you love the sunset but don’t care for silhouettes…. you could always have me take an image like the one shown below- taken on a different day, same hour. I absolutely love the mood in this sort of photography.
Next up on my list of Summer Stuff is my niece, Melanie. Yep, a muse of mine, of course. She is a busy girl but I was fortunate enough to get a visit last week. Here are a few quick snaps- it’s hard to believe she is ten years old already! whoa! And, what I am very excited about is that she will be participating in my next workshop… as a child model…for the first time ever. YAY!!! Its on August 15th right here in SE Michigan. I have a spot or two still open… and am very eager to include children this time around. If you would like to join us, please send a note to: jenlynnalder@aol.com. Its a workshop ideal for: Senior Portrait Photographers, Bridal Photographers, Engagement Photographers, Model Photographers, Children Photographers and anyone who like to add creative/artistic components to their photography portfolio. Parents/Hobbyists are encouraged to join us as well! thanks!
If anyone would like to join me at my next workshop- with KIDS AND ADULT MODELS- please send me a note: jenlynnalder@aol.com The participating talent is beyond AMAZING. We are seriously overloaded with a fabulous crew. I am SUPER excited about this one. The theme is WHIMSY- there will be beautiful faces, bold colors and energy all over the place…. you won’t want to miss this. Seriously. Don’t wait. Get in on this as soon as possible.
And…. awwww…… aren’t two year olds adorable ?
Thanks, Chelsey for a fun shoot!
In a day or two, I will post a couple more client previews. Stay tuned!
