Happy Thanksgiving!
We will have very limited hours Thanksgiving week due to eating pumpkin pie with family, an on-location shoot and family portrait sessions over the weekend. If you need something urgently please call on the cell (919) 943-5713. We will be back to normal business hours on Monday 11/26.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Beautiful Holiday Cards
A few of our favorite things ...
We have some very special custom linen greeting cards this year. These can be customized with your portrait and the text of your choice. These are very elegant, and each one is truly unique. Our other favorite is the metallic finish on the traditional photo card. This looks terrifc with shiny dresses and black and white images. Of course, we have many designs, from contemporary to traditional, of photo cards as well.
We have some very special custom linen greeting cards this year. These can be customized with your portrait and the text of your choice. These are very elegant, and each one is truly unique. Our other favorite is the metallic finish on the traditional photo card. This looks terrifc with shiny dresses and black and white images. Of course, we have many designs, from contemporary to traditional, of photo cards as well.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Thank you Click or Treaters!
We had a blast taking pictures of the cute, funny, scary, elegant and fuzzy group that came through here last week! We hope everyone had as much fun as we did. It was nice figure out who our disguised customers were and meet some new ones.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Comments from a High School Senior Session
Tann and Leslie,
I had a great time at the studio. I can't tell you how fun it was for Justine and me to dance around and just be ourselves. I was so honored by how much time and effort you all put into my senior pictures. I'm so excited to see them. I have so many great shots it is going to be a hard decision. I also can't wait to brag about you all to my friends. I had such a fun time and can't wait to work with you on ordering my pictures. Thanks again for everything!
-M
I had a great time at the studio. I can't tell you how fun it was for Justine and me to dance around and just be ourselves. I was so honored by how much time and effort you all put into my senior pictures. I'm so excited to see them. I have so many great shots it is going to be a hard decision. I also can't wait to brag about you all to my friends. I had such a fun time and can't wait to work with you on ordering my pictures. Thanks again for everything!
-M
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Click or Treat is almost here!!
Our Halloween mini-sessions are just around the corner!
We will be hosting "no appointment necessary" mini-sessions on the following dates:
Thursday October 25 from 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday October 27 from 10 am to 1 pm
Wednesday October 31 from 10 am to 4 pm
These will be short sessions - just a quick "click or treat" and some Halloween fun.
All ordering for these sessions will be through our on-line order system.
No session fees - just choose the images and items you like from your on-line gallery.
Novelty items available (mugs, key chains, mousepads etc.)
A limited amount of scheduled mini-sessions (with no session fee) are available Halloween week. Please call if you would like to schedule a specific time. 363-3411
We will be hosting "no appointment necessary" mini-sessions on the following dates:
Thursday October 25 from 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday October 27 from 10 am to 1 pm
Wednesday October 31 from 10 am to 4 pm
These will be short sessions - just a quick "click or treat" and some Halloween fun.
All ordering for these sessions will be through our on-line order system.
No session fees - just choose the images and items you like from your on-line gallery.
Novelty items available (mugs, key chains, mousepads etc.)
A limited amount of scheduled mini-sessions (with no session fee) are available Halloween week. Please call if you would like to schedule a specific time. 363-3411
Friday, August 24, 2007
High School Senior Portraits
Senior portrait sessions have changed greatly since I was a high school senior. Way back when, we didn't go to a photo studio for a senior session; we had our picture taken in the high school gymnasium.
We put on our leisure suit, tied our foot-wide tie, polished our platform shoes and combed our wing backs until they were perfectly feathered. We sat stiffly in front of a sky blue background while the photographer twisted and contorted our appendages into an awkward pose. Twelve shutter clicks later we were set free.
What seemed like months later, we carefully studied the twelve paper proofs to select our favorite pose. We ordered one 8x10 for our home, two 5x7s for the Grandparents and some wallets for someones refrigerator.
Today, senior photo sessions are much different. They are fun, entertaining and as unique as the Seniors themselves. We really enjoy meeting and working with the students. It's great fun creating the images they hold in their imaginations. For many, it is a chance to convey their identity, talents, dreams and passions.
We encourage the seniors to bring several changes of clothes, their favorite music and a friend or two. Frivolity and silliness are not tolerated...they are expected! Creating great images should be fun. The session usually takes two to three hours. We shoot outdoors and in the studio. Throughout the session, we preview the images on our studio monitors. This helps us make sure we create "the look".
There are a lot of great photographic products to choose from now. Aside from the traditional photo album, there are press printed books, coffee table books, library bound books and spiral bound books. Their favorite photos can be printed on statuettes, posters, t-shirts, puzzles, mouse pads, coasters, key chains, luggage tags, purses, tote bags, jewelry, post cards, trading cards and more.
Here is a sample of some recent sessions.
With all Senior sessions booked before the end of September, we will include an 11x14 print and a set of 18 wallet size photos.
If you need any additional information or would like to make an appointment, please call us at 919-363-3411.
Leslie and Tann
We put on our leisure suit, tied our foot-wide tie, polished our platform shoes and combed our wing backs until they were perfectly feathered. We sat stiffly in front of a sky blue background while the photographer twisted and contorted our appendages into an awkward pose. Twelve shutter clicks later we were set free.
What seemed like months later, we carefully studied the twelve paper proofs to select our favorite pose. We ordered one 8x10 for our home, two 5x7s for the Grandparents and some wallets for someones refrigerator.
Today, senior photo sessions are much different. They are fun, entertaining and as unique as the Seniors themselves. We really enjoy meeting and working with the students. It's great fun creating the images they hold in their imaginations. For many, it is a chance to convey their identity, talents, dreams and passions.
We encourage the seniors to bring several changes of clothes, their favorite music and a friend or two. Frivolity and silliness are not tolerated...they are expected! Creating great images should be fun. The session usually takes two to three hours. We shoot outdoors and in the studio. Throughout the session, we preview the images on our studio monitors. This helps us make sure we create "the look".
There are a lot of great photographic products to choose from now. Aside from the traditional photo album, there are press printed books, coffee table books, library bound books and spiral bound books. Their favorite photos can be printed on statuettes, posters, t-shirts, puzzles, mouse pads, coasters, key chains, luggage tags, purses, tote bags, jewelry, post cards, trading cards and more.
Here is a sample of some recent sessions.
With all Senior sessions booked before the end of September, we will include an 11x14 print and a set of 18 wallet size photos.
If you need any additional information or would like to make an appointment, please call us at 919-363-3411.
Leslie and Tann
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Click or Treat! mini-sessions October 25th, 27th, 31st.
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Have you ever known a child who doesn't like to put on a costume? It doesn't seem to matter what time of year it is.
Our four year old daughter loves to play dress up anytime. Much of it seems to be practice for Halloween night.
Every week she announces that THIS is the costume she is wearing for trick or treat. Some of her creations are quite clever and cute. Others are .... a reminder that she just turned four :)
Every week she announces that THIS is the costume she is wearing for trick or treat. Some of her creations are quite clever and cute. Others are .... a reminder that she just turned four :)
Regardless, she always grins ear to ear when she is dressed up. What child doesn't? Some of our favorite photos are children dressed up as their favorite character (gallery link).
On October 25th, 27th and 31st we will be hosting our first CLICK OR TREAT mini-sessions. Our studio will be dedicated to capturing great images of your children in their favorite costume.
- No appointment needed
- No session fee
- As many images as we can capture in a fifteen minute session
- On-line proof gallery and ordering
- Specially priced print packages and photo novelties (mugs, statuettes, etc.)
Please mark your calenders and plan to join us for a day of fun. Pass the word to your friends and family too.
TTFN
Leslie and Tann
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Customer Comments
Leslie and Tann,
We were so excited to open your email to see our proofs. WOW - we love every single one. It is going to be very difficult to chose our favorites.
As a mother of three boys (11,9, and 6) getting "formal portraits" has never been easy. Especially when we decided to throw in two cousins and grandparents!
This was the best experience we've had in 11 years!
My 11 year old even said what a cool "warehouse" you had. Everything from your flexibility with our last minute scheduling to the way you handled a variety of ages (4 through 11) all in one sitting to the creative poses and photographic effects.
You are running a class act. I will definitely spread the word in our neighborhood and throughout the community.
Kudos to you!!
(JM)
THANKS JM! T&L
We were so excited to open your email to see our proofs. WOW - we love every single one. It is going to be very difficult to chose our favorites.
As a mother of three boys (11,9, and 6) getting "formal portraits" has never been easy. Especially when we decided to throw in two cousins and grandparents!
This was the best experience we've had in 11 years!
My 11 year old even said what a cool "warehouse" you had. Everything from your flexibility with our last minute scheduling to the way you handled a variety of ages (4 through 11) all in one sitting to the creative poses and photographic effects.
You are running a class act. I will definitely spread the word in our neighborhood and throughout the community.
Kudos to you!!
(JM)
THANKS JM! T&L
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Customer Comments
Leslie and Tann,
Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures. (name omitted) and I had such a great time and the pictures are beautiful. I will be back to see you in November after the marathon! Thanks again. (C.A.)
Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures. (name omitted) and I had such a great time and the pictures are beautiful. I will be back to see you in November after the marathon! Thanks again. (C.A.)
Monday, August 6, 2007
It is HOT! We have a cool deal for you.
Did we mention that our studio is air conditioned? Take a break from the heat. Schedule an in-studio family portrait session during the remainder of August or the month of September and we will rebate the session fee of our Contemporary Portrait or Premium Portrait Services.
Our Contemporary portrait session fee is regularly $29. Place a $29 (or greater) print order and we will waive the session fee.
Our Premium portrait session fee is regularly $79. Place a $49 (or greater) print order and we will waive the session fee.
Mention that you saw this offer in our blog and we will throw in a 5x7 print at no additional cost to you.
Call 919-363-3411 to beat the heat with this cool offer.
Our Contemporary portrait session fee is regularly $29. Place a $29 (or greater) print order and we will waive the session fee.
Our Premium portrait session fee is regularly $79. Place a $49 (or greater) print order and we will waive the session fee.
Mention that you saw this offer in our blog and we will throw in a 5x7 print at no additional cost to you.
Call 919-363-3411 to beat the heat with this cool offer.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Customer Comments
Leslie and Tann,
I was just looking at my pictures Leslie gave me today and they look great!!!
Thank you so much for being so accommodating to get what I wanted at times that worked for me. I also really appreciate the added bonuses and the girls love having their own wallets.
You are doing a great job and I promise to pass along your information! I am looking forward to showing everyone the pictures at dance next year!!! What fun!!!
I will see you soon.
Thanks again. (KK)
I was just looking at my pictures Leslie gave me today and they look great!!!
Thank you so much for being so accommodating to get what I wanted at times that worked for me. I also really appreciate the added bonuses and the girls love having their own wallets.
You are doing a great job and I promise to pass along your information! I am looking forward to showing everyone the pictures at dance next year!!! What fun!!!
I will see you soon.
Thanks again. (KK)
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Celebrate your birthday at Bluehat Studios
Some friends approached us about hosting a birthday party in our studio. We liked the idea and decided to give it a whirl. After hosting two parties, we are happy to say that they have been a great success.
Prior to the party we created a custom invitation using a photo we took of the birthday honoree. The theme of the invitation matched the party's theme. The example shown featured a "Party like a Star" theme. There were bright lights, the latest fashions, their favorite pop music and the PAPARAZZI!
On the day of the event the host greeted the party guests and invited them into the studio to create a custom photo frame. A supply of frames, beads, jewels, feathers and glue were set out on work tables in the studio.
While the guests were creating their masterpieces, we invited each guest to step over to the photography backdrop so we could take three or four photos of each person. After completing the individual photos we asked all the guests to pose for a group photo.
As soon as the photos were snapped and the picture frames were finished, the guests moved into the gallery for cake, ice cream and refreshments.
While the guests were eating and opening presents we quickly processed the images. Each guest was given a 4x6 photo of themselves for their new picture frame. We also included a wallet size photo of the group photo for each guest.
After the party, we created custom thank you cards for the birthday honoree. The cover of the thank you card featured a photo of the host holding a poster size photo of the group photo.
The party host suggested that we post the photos in our online ordering gallery. Several guests ordered additional prints of their children. Everyone seemed to have a great time. We did too.
Based on the positive feedback we received, we decided that hosting birthday parties for the seven to ten year old set will be a service offered by Bluehat Studios.
We are happy to tailor each party to fit your individual need. There are several choices nearby for food and beverages or you can provide your own refreshments.
Our studio is conveniently located adjacent to The Loop Pizza and Grill and Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins. The Loop has great pizza and food. The restaurant was recently voted Cary's Most Kid Friendly and can easily accommodate large parties of children. Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins features yummy ice cream and creates great ice cream cakes. They can decorate it especially for you. We can assist with ordering and pick up for you. If you need a custom made cake to match your party theme, our good friend Beth Hollis creates beautiful cakes. Her ability to create a cake for almost any theme is amazing.
For additional information, please call us at 919-363-3411 or email us at portraits@bluehatstudios.com.
Prior to the party we created a custom invitation using a photo we took of the birthday honoree. The theme of the invitation matched the party's theme. The example shown featured a "Party like a Star" theme. There were bright lights, the latest fashions, their favorite pop music and the PAPARAZZI!
On the day of the event the host greeted the party guests and invited them into the studio to create a custom photo frame. A supply of frames, beads, jewels, feathers and glue were set out on work tables in the studio.
While the guests were creating their masterpieces, we invited each guest to step over to the photography backdrop so we could take three or four photos of each person. After completing the individual photos we asked all the guests to pose for a group photo.
As soon as the photos were snapped and the picture frames were finished, the guests moved into the gallery for cake, ice cream and refreshments.
While the guests were eating and opening presents we quickly processed the images. Each guest was given a 4x6 photo of themselves for their new picture frame. We also included a wallet size photo of the group photo for each guest.
After the party, we created custom thank you cards for the birthday honoree. The cover of the thank you card featured a photo of the host holding a poster size photo of the group photo.
The party host suggested that we post the photos in our online ordering gallery. Several guests ordered additional prints of their children. Everyone seemed to have a great time. We did too.
Based on the positive feedback we received, we decided that hosting birthday parties for the seven to ten year old set will be a service offered by Bluehat Studios.
We are happy to tailor each party to fit your individual need. There are several choices nearby for food and beverages or you can provide your own refreshments.
Our studio is conveniently located adjacent to The Loop Pizza and Grill and Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins. The Loop has great pizza and food. The restaurant was recently voted Cary's Most Kid Friendly and can easily accommodate large parties of children. Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins features yummy ice cream and creates great ice cream cakes. They can decorate it especially for you. We can assist with ordering and pick up for you. If you need a custom made cake to match your party theme, our good friend Beth Hollis creates beautiful cakes. Her ability to create a cake for almost any theme is amazing.
For additional information, please call us at 919-363-3411 or email us at portraits@bluehatstudios.com.
Friday, July 6, 2007
On-line Order Center
The Bluehat Studios On-line Order Center is here!
Now you can view your proofs, order your prints and then have them shipped directly to your home using our On-line Order Center.
You can order much more than prints. You can also order many great photo novelty products including coffee mugs, mouse pads, jigsaw puzzles, playing cards, trading cards, key chains, luggage tags, buttons, statuettes, t-shirts, greeting cards, business cards, calendars and more.
We would like you to try the On-line Order Center so watch your email next week for a special incentive.
Have a great weekend!
Now you can view your proofs, order your prints and then have them shipped directly to your home using our On-line Order Center.
You can order much more than prints. You can also order many great photo novelty products including coffee mugs, mouse pads, jigsaw puzzles, playing cards, trading cards, key chains, luggage tags, buttons, statuettes, t-shirts, greeting cards, business cards, calendars and more.
We would like you to try the On-line Order Center so watch your email next week for a special incentive.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, July 5, 2007
"Send us your caption for this photo" promotion
Hi Everyone,
Did we mention that we love our job? We do. It is hard to describe how much fun we have creating images for our clients.
During some sessions we take hundreds of shots to capture two dozen images with those special, un-posed, natural expressions. While culling the shots for the proof gallery, we inevitably burst into laughter over some of the hilarious out-takes.
We find that the clients like them too. Many order a proof book to display them on the coffee table. A client suggested that we add captions to some of out-takes and post them on the website.
We liked the idea too and decided to have some fun with it. Without further adieu...
the Send Us Your Caption promo!
We encourage all readers to submit a caption for this photo. Simply post your caption using the COMMENTS link at the end of this article. Have some fun! All submitters will receive a free 8x10 with their next portrait session!
This photo was posted with the clients permission.
Look for next months photo and special offer.
TTFN
Warmest Regards,
L&T
Did we mention that we love our job? We do. It is hard to describe how much fun we have creating images for our clients.
During some sessions we take hundreds of shots to capture two dozen images with those special, un-posed, natural expressions. While culling the shots for the proof gallery, we inevitably burst into laughter over some of the hilarious out-takes.
We find that the clients like them too. Many order a proof book to display them on the coffee table. A client suggested that we add captions to some of out-takes and post them on the website.
We liked the idea too and decided to have some fun with it. Without further adieu...
the Send Us Your Caption promo!
We encourage all readers to submit a caption for this photo. Simply post your caption using the COMMENTS link at the end of this article. Have some fun! All submitters will receive a free 8x10 with their next portrait session!
This photo was posted with the clients permission.
Look for next months photo and special offer.
TTFN
Warmest Regards,
L&T
Friday, June 29, 2007
Congratulations to Triathletes Matthias and Martin!
(photos by ASI Photo www.asiphoto.com)
(logo by www.ironman.ch)
What is an Ironman? An Ironman is a Triathlete who swims 3.8km (2.2miles), pedals 180km (112 miles)and runs 42.2km (26.2 miles) consecutively!
Two weeks ago we had the privilege of taking team photos for Ironman Triathletes Matthias Koch, Martin Dvorak and their coach Tim Brookie.
We are pleased to announce that Mattias and Martin both completed the Ironman Switzerland on June 24th.
Martin's times were Swim 1:09:51 Bike 6:52:52 Run 4:36:54 Total 12:49:44
Matthia's times were Swim 1:32:05 Bike 6:54:07 Run 4:29:47 Total 13:05:12
Congratulations on achieving the rank of IRONMAN!
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Welcome to The Bluehat Blog!
We are excited about our new blog as a venue for sharing quick quips about the day's sessions and some of our favorite images. This week we look forward to taking several family portraits, creating a virtual tour of a business jet and working on some interesting projects with our clients.
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