New Logo

Hi there! Spring is busy! Yay! I know it is for most of you. The rain has slowed the calls down a bit and given me a chance to do some things that need to be done around here. I've been working on a knitting project and making some things to pose newborns in, shopping for a few cool props and designing a new logo! My husband and I are getting new flooring put down this month and then I can't WAIT to take pictures on it with Natural light! Those of you who've had sessions here know that my space is small, but without bulky lights, I have lots of ideas.... :)

Also, I've got help! Amy will be coming in on Tuesdays and helping me keep my ducks in a row. I'm not a naturally organized person and the busier I get, the less organized I am! I'm SO glad she's agreed to help me! She will be making calls, helping with orders and just being a friendly face when you pick your orders up and I'm not here. You can already email her amy@alwaysportraitsbysally.com.

Soon you will see new info on my website. I'm redoing my pricing slightly, updating my operating hours and generally updating the pictures. You'll notice I've already designed a new logo! My little sister was gracious and drew the other one for me, but I haven't felt like it quite fit my style or my site, so TaDa! We have a new one!

One last thing, Wednesday and Thursday, May 20 and 21st Amy and I will be hosting an open house aimed at High School Seniors who will be needing portraits this summer. There will be door prizes, a drawing and snacks. Anyone is welcome, but the goal is to let the teens know I'm here and I'm available to go to the location of their choice.

Yours,
Sally

Spring is here!

So, I can't believe it's been so long since I last posted! I have had lots of sessions since the grass has turned green. My goal is to post a few of them each weeknight...we'll see how I do. :)

This little doll is actually the daughter of a dear high-school friend from MO. She was so happy and content and SO cute!

Spring Special

Hi! I just have a few minutes between sessions today to announce that I'm having a spring special March 27-29th. These mini-sessions are for children and will be taken indoors here at my home. Booking fee is 10.00, then 20% off standard reprints until Easter! These pictures will have time to make it back before Easter if we get your order done the same week.

Call 270-498-8255 to reserve your time slot!

Thanks in advance!!

Wedding Album

I'm pleased to announce that I have the album sample that I promised at the Bridal Expo...finally!!! You wouldn't believe the hoops that FedEx put me through, but I finally was able to meet one of their freight drivers at the Wal-Mart Distribution center and take home my new album. It's beautiful!!!

If you are planning a wedding and are looking for a photographer, please call and book your complimentary consultation. I'm available nights and weekends if need be.

Thank you!

Bridal Expo

Hi, and a big thank you to everyone who visited my booth during the Bridal Expo. It was a great turnout and I'm thrilled that so many of you booked your consultations and filled out contact info for the drawing. I hope you were all able to find the info you needed to make your wedding a dream come true. Thanks again!

New Magazine Templates

As I gear up for a busy spring, I'm spending time familiarizing myself with my new graphics software and all it has to offer. I actually have over 20 different magazine covers like these, plus tons of other sports themes! Can't wait to try out some more!

Baby Parts

Baby Parts sessions are still one of my favorite, and most popular sessions. This little girl was in such a good mood, and Oh so cute!

Hospital Session

I have been wanting to have someone let me come to the hospital and take their baby's first moments for some time, but not really sure how to approach someone who may feel that this is private time, I have delayed. Wednesday I finally asked my Facebook community and found someone who was gracious enough to let me in, and was headed to the hospital that very night! Talk about timing!

So, yes, I would most certainly come for your baby's first day! Session fee is the same as my portrait sessions and this one lasted only about 30 min today, but I'm willing to take longer if baby needs to eat or be changed. Thank you, JT and Brandi, for letting me be a part of your new baby girl's arrival! Congratulations!!

Baby "H"

This past weekend I had a fun family session. Thought I'd share a few of my favorites.

Sweetheart Special

I will be at Herb Hays Furniture Monday, February 16Th from 10 until 3:00pm taking mini sessions. The session is free and you will receive a FREE 5x7 of your choice. Additional prints from these sessions will be available online after Feb 18Th at 20% off the regular prices.

HS Seniors

I'm working on launching a new Senior ambassador program! Details will be coming soon. I'm so excited! I have lots of ideas that I feel like will catch on quickly and are missing in our area! Remember, I'm a location photographer, so we can go where you want!

Details coming Soon!!!

New Products!

ANNOUNCING...the ability to get your pictures printed on metal licence plates or dog tags!! A great addition to your package! Introductory price $25.00 customized license plates, or a set of Dog tags printed on one side for $12.00. Includes a 30" chain.

Album Graphics

As a few of you know already, I just bought some new graphics software. I'm SO excited!! I've been going to town on designs and ideas that have been pent up for weeks while I tried endlessly to figure out "how they do that." Now I know. :) The idea here is to be able to design albums and coffee table books, but it will add a nice punch to cards, Senior portraits and ANYTHING you can imagine.

Back to Normal

After 7 weekdays home from school, my boys finally went back today, but as most of you know, we're on an hour late schedule. Part of the county still doesn't have power. I feel very blessed. I posted as soon as our power came back on last week, but unfortunately it kept popping on and off for nearly a week. This made it very dangerous to my files to have my computer on, so I ended up staying off of it more than I wanted/needed to. I'm slowly catching up on the orders and editing requests I have on my desk. I THANK you all for your patience with me! Please don't hesitate to check up on my progress! It doesn't bother me at all.

Here is a senior session I had just before the storm and never got to publish. Chris was fun, but he was SO cold!!

Ice Storm

So, like a lot of you, we lost power Monday night late, but we did get it back on yesterday just before supper. For those of you still in the dark and in the cold...I sympathize with you! For the rest of you, I apologize for being unreachable. I've had some of my friends tell me that they can't call me. They just get a busy signal. I have ATT wireless, and those people seem to have no trouble. In the meantime, if you can't seem to get through, please feel free to text me or email me and I can call you back no problem.

Stay Warm!!!

Brady

Have I mentioned how much I LOVE my job!? No matter how many times I take pictures of a newborn, I'm always amazed at the miracle of life. Even at 2 weeks, Brady is his own little character. Most of you will rcognize his parents. I am so happy to be a part of his life and help them show how much they treasure their new little family.

These are just a few of my favorites from Saturday.

Week's Sessions

This family had me take pictures or their first baby 2 years ago. I was THRILLED when they asked me to take pictures of their second Son. I loved his hair! What a cutie pie!

This little girl was such a doll! She has such a big personality for such a tiny person. I loved working with her parents! Thanks for being so patient with me that day!

I went to Clarksville for these pictures. I have never seen a pair of kids with such BLUE eyes! They're georgous! Thanks guys for a great session!

A Lasting Impression

I've been avoiding making this post because it breaks my heart. Sadly, just before Christmas, my sister, Jenny, who's music is featured on my website, lost her fiance`. It was a shock to all of us that a heart attack could take the life of a hard-working 27 year old man. We were all blown away. Thankfully, God has granted my sister a peace that passes all understanding. She is the strongest person I know...We will all miss Joel. With her permission I went ahead and used her engagement pictures on my website, and it will serve as a reminder to me that we never know how much time we really have.

This picture was taken as I left his hometown in KS the evening of his funeral. We will never forget Joel or his love for Jenny. I'm so thankful we didn't wait to take the pictures of the two of them. I love you, Jenny!