Review of the Spider Holster Single Camera System

Shoot from the hip! We were first attracted to the Spider system because we needed a change. In between shots at weddings or sessions, we usually hang our cameras around our necks.... but dang it's heavy! The Spider takes the weight off of the neck, and puts it at the hip in a secure and easy fashion! Tavis says it's very comfortable and easy to use. We saw this booth at WPPI this year and 3 of our photographers ended up buying one!! Read more about the Spider here.

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We're now offering Iphone covers!

We've added a new product, and a new way to display your favorite MMP photos... on the outside of your phone! We have options for Iphone 4 or 5, which includes the picture skin and the clear plastic cover. Contact us if you'd like to order one!

Iphone cover options:

1 cover with clear case  - $49

2 covers with clear cases (it can be the same picture or different) - $89

You can view more of our Products on our website! 

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Cayla + Alex // Yakima Engagement Photographer

Ladies, have you tried out professional semi-permanent eyelash extensions? If you're wondering how this has to do with engagement photography, let me tell you!

1. This is Cayla Williams, she is the amazing owner of Wink Eyelash Studio in Yakima! I go to her for my eyelashes which I absolutely love. Wink's service, product, and professionalism is the best in town! Find out more on the Wink website!

2. Eyelashes make a huge difference in pictures! You can see Cayla's lashes in all of these pictures and they really make her eyes pop. I recommend these lashes for all engagement sessions and weddings! For brides especially; it's so nice to have them for both the wedding and honeymoon and not have to worry about mascara or raccoon eyes. I love lashes!!

Here are some of the highlights from Monday's engagement session. We went to downtown Yakima, Cascade Garden, & to the creek by West Valley Middle School!

You can view more of our Yakima Engagement Photography on our portfolio site  

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Harlem Shake - Wedding Photography Edition!!

Here's the Harlem Shake Crew:

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Happy Anniversary to John and Ashley!

One year ago today we were at the Cedarbrook Lodge in Seattle shooting this couple's wedding. Here there are a year later and about to have a baby! Happy anniversary and congratulations friends! (Photo taken from Ashley's facebook)

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SPRING GIVEAWAY!

It's getting warmer outside, yay!!! Are you ready to get out there and start taking more pictures?? We can help you get to know your cameras! These local photography classes will help you to learn your camera, improve your photography, grow your hobby or business and get inspired! The next photography class is scheduled for April 20, 2013 and we're giving away 2 seats in the class. ($180 value) Read more about the upcoming classes and register here!

Photography Essentials Class 

Saturday, April 20, 2013, 9:30am-6:30pm
Hilton Garden Inn - Yakima, WA

ENTER THE FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY HERE:

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class description:This class introduces you to photography fundamentals, composition, and the use of light. We will help you understand your basic camera function and camera settings (like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO). This class is for the beginner to intermediate photographer with an SLR camera. It's perfect for anyone who has a love for photography and is ready to take their skill to the next level. If you've ever said, "I have a nice camera, but I don't know how to use it!" THIS is the class for you! During this class we will have the opportunity to photograph a live model, talk about our exact lighting and camera settings, and review the posing and client interaction as well. We help you process and solidify some basic camera functions and photography topics with real life scenarios, demonstrations, peer interaction and hands on learning. The tuition for this all day event is $89. Space is limited, and registration will close once full.  Come join us for a fun day of creative learning!

schedule:
9:15am - 9:30am registration // meet + greet
9:30am -12:30pm classroom time part 1
12:30pm - 2pm lunch break
2pm - 3:30pm group photo shoot with live model
3:30pm - 5:45pm classroom time part 2
6pm - 6:30pm questions, discussion, giveaways & wrap up

topics that will be covered:
Photography goals
Exposure
Aperture
Shutter speed
ISO
Temperature of Light
Types of Light
Light Metering
Basic lighting Techniques
Lighting Tools
Metering Modes
Focusing Modes
Depth of Field
Composition
Posing
Anticipating your camera settings
Basics for off camera flash

topics that will not be covered in this classBusiness & marketing
Photo editing
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WPPI WARNINGS!!

WARNING to photographers who did not attend WPPI this year.... this blog might make you extremely jealous and excited about WPPI. Continue reading at your own risk!!

I knew going into the photography convention this year that it was going to be refreshing and fun, but I had no idea of the benefits that this type of encouragement can provide. Even though I love photography and love my career, all jobs become work after a while, ya know? I really needed this boost to get me excited about moving forward and growing my business! The information and inspiration of the atmosphere, classes, and trade show are invaluable. WPPI is an EXCELLENT investment into your photography business! As Tavis, Rhiann, Haley and I were sitting in classes, the wheels were turning and the ideas were just flowing. Even today, 3 days after we got home, we all still feel like we're on a WPPI cloud!!! Everyone there is a photographer so there are lots of people to bounce ideas off of and learn from. The speakers and teachers were amazing and I feel like I learned so much. The trade show was SO FUN. Not only were we able to purchase some new fun photography things, but I loved that the vendors were there to answer our questions, help us decide, and even tell us about up and coming products. Overall, WPPI has the potential of making you extremely excited and productive.... watch out! I have a feeling that 2013 is going to be a BIG year for Memory Montage Photography. Stay tuned for some exciting changes!

WPPI is something I highly reccommend to all levels of photographers. Like I said, it's an excellent investment in the business! If you're planning on attending next year, here are some realistic numbers to plan on:

• Pasco to Vegas Flight: $197 round trip, which includes all taxes, fees, & 1 carry on bag.
• MGM room $155/night, (if you split it four ways it's $40/night) 4 nights = $120
• MGM "resort fee" - $100 (if you split it four ways it's $25 each) - the resort fee covers 2 buffet tickets
• Conference Pass for all of the Platform Classes (there are about 12 platform classes) - $50 - I was able to find a WPPI Promo Code (WPGSALLE) That brought registration from $399 to $95! With the full conference pass, you get to bring one guest, which made it $50 for each of us!
• Meals: Coffee & Lunch Monday $20,  Coffee & Lunch Tuesday $20,  Coffee & Lunch Wednesday $20,  Buffet Dinner on Wednesday $30 or free if you have the buffet ticket,  Coffee & Lunch Thursday $20 = $110 for food. On Sunday, Monday & Tuesday night, WPPI had parties going on where food was included so that saved us a lot on food!
• Overall, if you are going in a group of 4, it brings the cost per person to only $500 per person! Again, it's a no-brainer. Totally worth the investment!!!

I will post later this week to showcase some of the fun things we purchased for the business!!
You can view more of our Photography on our portfolio site!

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