Photo Editing 101 with Cassie will take place April 25th from 5-7 p.m. here at the studio.  2117 Broadway, Cape Girardeau.    Cost is $99 per attendee. 

Cassie will go over basic editing skills to make your snapshots even better.  No prior editing skills or specific program knowledge required.  Cassie will teach more of the basics of photoshop and elements.  Class will be limited to ten participants.   Upon signing up, you will receive more information about what to bring and what is needed for this Editing 101.  Call the studio to book your space now 573-803-0565  

So I had the amazing opportunity to be commissioned to photograph Senator Santorum a few weeks ago.  Seriously, I was a bit starstruck!  And all that secret service stuff you see on TV and in the movies…it’s for real!  Here are a few images from a fabulous get together with Mr. Rick Santorum.

So it’s that time of year when you’ve opened all the presents and you’re ready to make those resolutions and stick to them.  SO, I know a ton of you got an awesome camera for Christmas, now let me teach you how to use it!   The next beginner Photo 101 class will be January 26, 2012 from 5-7 here at the studio.  2117 Broadway.  Cost to sign up is $99 and I promise, it’s well worth it.  You’ll learn everything you need to know to get out there and start taking better photos of your kids, your pets and your family vacations.  There’s also one on one time offered at the class so be sure to come with questions!  Sign up soon to save your space as seating is limited!  573-803-0565

Oh and can you believe it, I’ve already begun putting easter hats on my teeny newborns.  Just thought this one by Tri-Bec Creations was SUPER cute! 

For those of you who missed the first few photo 101 classes there will be ONE more class offered for 2011!!  My Photo 101 class is a beginner course on how to use your digital SLR (DSLR) camerea on MANUAL!  Yes, no more green box!!  No matter if you’re Canon or Nikon, you’ll leave here with the tools and knowledge you need to take better photos of your kids, grandkids, your family and your pets.  I’ll even teach you a little about how to take better photos on vacation!  Please come with knowledge of what your camera buttons do–READ THE MANUAL please before you come to this class.  I also ask that you come to class with three questions for me.  There will be live shooting time and one on one questions and answer time.  This class will fill up quickly and only has 7 spots remaining!  The class will be held here in the studio on September 28 from 5-7 p.m.  The cost for this class is $99.00 and you can hold your spot by calling the studio 573-803-0565.

Okay, so some of you may have seen this gorgeous girl in our mall display. She recently came for her full senior shoot and just absolutely rocked the session!  Here are just a few from Shelby’s amazing senior session!

Shelby is as sweet as she is stunning.

Talk about fierce!

I had a fab time with you Shelby and your images will be online soon!! 

For those of you interested in booking your Senior Session with Photography by Carrie-the special right now is $50 off your session if you book before the end of August!  Don’t forget our Senior Models have awesome coupons for you as well!!

America’s Next Top Model will be at the Venue tomorrow taking auditions for the next season of it’s popular show!  It all happens Tuesday July 12th from 3-7 p.m.  I’m so excited to be a part of this amazing experience!  Please come out and watch the girls audition and visit our booth!  We’ve got some fabulous giveaways and super cool deals!  If you or someone you know is interested in trying out for the show you can click here to get more information  http://www.kfvs12.com/story/14953261/americas-next-top-model-casting-call

Hope to see you all there!!

Last week Rachel, my amazing studio assistant/organizer/receptionist/everything awesome girl told me she was moving to Melbourne, Florida.  I thought she was joking and told her she couldn’t leave me.  Upon finding out that she’s following her dreams and really moving, in two weeks no less, tears came to my eyes.  What will I do without Rachel to keep me sane?  I’m so sad to see this girl leave but I’m beyond thrilled for the wonderful future that lies ahead of her.  There is so much world out there to see and Rachel is walking to the edge and making the leap.  I couldn’t be happier for her and yet at the same time I fear letting her go.  Where will I find another Rachel???  With classic style and grace Rachel is saying goodbye to us on July 15th and she will be sorely missed!!  So now I must start my search for the next studio assistant to take Rachel’s seat at the front of the studio.  Her shoes will be tough to fill, but I must try.  Rachel does so much that it’s impossible for me to put it all into this post but a few of her duties are as follows:  answering the phone, placing client orders, client ordering appointments, organizing everything, keeping the schedule up to date, accepting payments, sorting orders, etc. etc. etc.  Her list is basically never ending.  The job entails approximately 25-30 hours per week.  If you know/are someone who is dependable, organized, well spoken, and consistent please come by the studio to drop off a resume as soon as possible.  Please call me if you have someone perfect for this demanding job.   Rachel, you’re the best and I couldn’t be more pleased with everything you’ve done here over the last two years!   Enjoy sunny beautiful Florida for us!!

There has been overwhelming response to my photo 101 classes.  So since you have been asking for another date and I’ve finally set it on the calendar!!  Here you go!  If you’d like to learn how to use your DSLR without resorting to the “green box” please sign up for my PHOTO 101 class on July 13th, 2011 (5:00-7:00) here in the studio.  You’ll learn the ins and outs of a Canon DSLR camera as well as all kinds of hints and tricks that I use to create appealing photographs to treasure for a lifetime.  This class is geared toward parents and grandparents who would like to take better photographs of their vacation moments, families, kids, pets, etc.  Please note that reading your manual is a great idea so before you come to class please have working knowledge of what the “buttons” on your camera actually do!    And please come with at least three questions for me to answer.  That will make class more informative for everyone!  There will be lots of one on one time too so come prepared to get the most out of your one on one!  Class is $99.00 per student.  Limited to 10 participants.  Please call 573-803-0565 to reserve your seat!

If you’d like to learn how to use your DSLR without resorting to the “green box” please sign up for my PHOTO 101 class on March 30th, 2011 here in the studio.  You’ll learn the ins and outs of a Canon DSLR camera as well as all kinds of hints and tricks that I use to create appealing photographs to treasure for a lifetime.  This class is geared toward parents and grandparents who would like to take better photographs of their families, kids, pets, etc.  Please note that reading your manual is a great idea so before you come to class please have working knowledge of what the “buttons” on your camera actually do!    And please come with at least three questions for me to answer.  That will make class more informative for everyone!  There will be lots of one on one time too so come prepared to get the most out of your one on one!  Class is $99.00 per student.  Please call 573-803-0565 to reserve your seat!