Dec 2, 2009

Perfect presents, a great sitter, and amazing photography prices!

What more could you ask for! This months newsletter is full to the brim for all your holiday needs! So much in fact we had to post a copy of it on our blog! Come into the studio for some amazing holiday prices, and some adorable kiddo costumes. This year we have a snowman, penguin, and lots of other holiday fun! So much in fact I better get back to it! Enjoy the newsletter!

Amazing Christmas Canvas Special!

Pick your favorite image from any session here at Real Moments Photography and get an amazing 11x14 canvas for just $75! That is a savings of over $85! There is no better present for friends or family than a canvas artwork piece. Grandmothers love them!

Happy Holidays!

The holiday season is in full swing here at the studio, and its certainly put us in a festive mood. We are really enjoying seeing so many of our old clients bring their babies back for us to do their first, (or third lol) Christmas.

Although our first super busy holiday season is causing a few growing pains, we can not help but feel so grateful to have so many people who love our studio!

A Few Changes..

Our photography has always been based on giving our clients amazing customer service with images that express the emotion and relationship in their families. We are so very honored at the outpouring of excitement for our studio. However, we were unprepared for the number of people wanting an appointment.

We tried very hard to get as many people as possible in for appointments, ending up shooting three times what we had expected. Thus extending the time it takes for images to get edited, and not allowing us to do the special art pieces we so enjoy doing.

Just like any business it has taken us some time to find the right balance, and we’ve found that although we would love to be able to photograph everyone that wants an appointment right away we are having to limit our appointments with our maternity and newborn clients getting priority placement.

This is important to let you know for a few reasons. First if you desire an appointment please contact us as far out from the date your desire as possible. Second if you are accustomed to contacting us close to a date of appointment and we are able to accommodate you that might not be possible now.

HOWEVER, we will do our very best for special situations like a service member being home on mid tour leave. We will always do our very best to get you in.

PLEASE do not be concerned if you are expecting or have a newborn baby. We will still be able to work you in during those important timetables.

The most important thing for us is that our clients realize that we are limiting our appointments and giving maternity and newborn priority placement to go back to the quality and quick turn around time that our clients expect from us.

Thank you for your continued support. You honor us deeply by allowing us to capture your memories.

Our Gift To You, The Best One Of All, A Super Sitter!

Is there any better gift for parents than the name and number of an amazing babysitter? At our studio a great childcare provider is worth their weight in gold, and I’m blessed with a 24 carat one!

Our sitter Bret, is an amazing person with two adorable kiddos of her own. When she told me she has some openings I knew I had to share the news with my clients. If you are looking for weekly care she has an opening for one family, and she has a few openings for “date night” as well as overnight care.

Her rates are amazing, and I personally promise that you won’t find any better person to take care of your little ones. You can give her a call at 757-604-6998. You can also reach her via email at emmysmommy@cox.net. Just let her know you heard about her through Real Moments Photography!

And A Gift For That Special Someone!
Need the perfect gift for that special lady? Don’t go the box jewelry stores and get her something her friends will have too! Visit the home gallery showing of the stunning artistic jewelry work of Sandra Gardner.
With pieces in most price ranges Sandra’s work is the perfect gift for all the special ladies on your list. Her mix of classic and unique is wonderful for all ages from the youngest princess to the more mature grandmothers.

A portion of all profits go to charity.

The show starts at 10 a.m. Saturday December 5th at 875 Yorktown Road in Poquoson VA. For more information call 757-224-7522.

Did you know fuzzy babies are always welcome at our studio? Thats right all friendly pets may be included at no extra charge! Just let our photographer know
when you schedule your appointment so we can plan for your furry family member.

710 Denbigh Blvd Suite 4D
580-583-2492

Nov 30, 2009

Where do you get these ideas?

I get this question a lot, and just like any artist the inspiration for my images come from several sources.

First is other photographers. If any photographer tells you they never look at other people's work and use that as inspiration they are probably telling you a little white one. Photographers love to admire other great shooters. Every single baby photographer in this country knows of Anne Geddes and well if they don't run, and I do mean run, out of their studio at full clip.

Anne taught us to look at children as more than just something to photograph but something to treasure, and she continues to do so. As the ranks of wonderful infant photographers continue to swell, there will be much comparing of artistic styles. I never mind to see my work repeated by another photographer, especially if they are just as talented or better than I am. What a huge compliment. Although I rarely directly copy another photographer, instead taking an idea and molding it to what best suites my client, I do find that even two photographers with the same idea, in the same room, heck with the same model wouldn't produce something that is exactly alike. Not if they are being true to themselves. Photography is just too much of an art for that.

Second has to be from my clients. I have the best clients any photographer could ask for. We tell everyone that walks through our door "These images are not for my portfolio, they are for your walls. Talk to us about whats important to you." I think the biggest mistake any photographer can make is under estimating their clients. Yes, some need more direction than others. After all they want the photographer to be the creative mind. Still many clients are greatly creative themselves and are just looking for me to find a way to bring their dreams to life. To create that perfect moment, that priceless image. In the end it's perhaps the greatest inspiration to take their idea and paint a masterpiece with it.

Third is just from daily life. As a mother of three little ones myself, and a wife to a military man I am surrounded by life in it's purest form. My kids are forever doing something new and different.. and often dangerous in the case of my oldest son.. (WHAT IS IT WITH BOYS AND NO FEAR ANYWAY? LOL)

Their wonderful spirits are forever giving me ideas. A chalk painting session out in the carport where they had splattered colorful feet inspired me to create "The Feet of Childhood." one of my most popular images. My son resting his hand on my belly to feel his baby sister kick was the inspiration behind the image of the hands on moms belly that sits in Fun Fetal Photos.

My husband gentle and loving is the inspiration behind the image that I do of many fathers, armed wrapped around moms belly in what we call the protection pose.

So you can see like all artists the photography at here at Real Moments Photography comes from many sources, but always with the heart and soul of our wonderful clients in mind.

Keesha Hervey

Nov 6, 2009

Happy Holidays and Merry Memories!


Happy Holidays & Merry Memories!

No matter which holidays you celebrate this time of year is when we call
capture memories to last through the months apart. I personally have a
great deal to capture and be thankful for with two special "firsts" this
year.

First this is my first holiday season in our new studio, and more
important my youngest son, Brennan's first.. well EVERYTHING! We were blessed with his arrival this past April.

So I wanted to take just a moment to remember that the important things in our lives aren't things, instead they are the people that make up the goodness in our world. They are the doting grandparents, the wonderful sitters that help us at the last moment, the girl at the coffee place that never minds making that latte special, or the teacher who happily molds young minds.

At Real Moments Photography we have a great deal to be thankful for. Our studio has bloomed under the support of our friends, family and fellow businesses. We have the most devoted clients possible, and we are able to create art.

What more could we ask for? So from our family to yours, Happy Holidays and Merry Memories!

FAMILY PICTURE EVENT!

Due to the overwhelming request for family holiday portraits we will be hosting a family picture event on November, 21st from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for mini shoots. Appointments are available every hour.

These shoots will be approx. 30 minutes along at which time we will capture a special unique family photo for you, and if time allows a few additional poses.

Then while you wait in the comfort of our studio we will PROFESSIONALLY EDIT your image. You can then leave THAT DAY with the image on a disk with a copyright release.

This allows you to get your Christmas cards ready to go. The cost is just $74 and includes the mini shoot, full editing, your images on a secure website, AND the image of your choice on a disk with a copyright release.

PETS WELCOME! Furry children are always welcome in our studio at no extra charge.

4 FREE WALLETS FOR MILITARY, POLICE, FIREFIGHTERS, EMT's, & TEACHERS! If you would like an appointment please contact us at 580-583-2492 as soon as possible. These appointments will go quickly!

Need A Holiday Wreath?

ls there anything more perfect than a fresh holiday wreath? One of our most special client's children are selling fresh Maine wreaths for this holiday season. If you would like to order one just stop by the studio or give us a call for more information!

No coupons or free gift certificates can be used at the special event
due to the low prices.

Nov 2, 2009

Happy Halloween!


Thank you everyone for making our first Halloween in our studio a huge success! We had many families come through and the kiddos were ADORABLE!

Before we get to the pictures let me remind you how to get your images. The link will take you to our normal proofing site.

As you scroll through you will see a number in dark black at the top left of the images. (Right below it says point to magnify)THIS is the number I need you to email me. Simply send an email to information@realmomentsphotography.com requesting that image file. Remember this is totally free. We already have the proofing site so we are just taking advantage of it.

If you would like a high quality print of your images you can order them directly from this site. They will be shipped directly to your home within 48 hours. These prints are wonderful quality. I love them.

If you have any questions feel free to send me an email or give me a call at 580-583-2492!

Keesha

The Halloween Link Is

http://www.millersalbums.com/?event=88896W1bc28f357f


P.S. If you are planning on Christmas images please contact us ASAP. I received 12 calls TODAY alone for appointments and they are filling VERY VERY fast. I would be heartbroken to have to turn away some of our long time clients! See you soon!

Oct 24, 2009

I'm so excited!

Our new studio has proven to be the hottest place to be in Newport News for photography! We are so blessed to have so many wonderful people stopping by to make appointments and as always getting to meet those precious little bundles. I always feel a certain surge of joy every time a parent honors me with taking their child's first portraits. Sigh... such a wonderful time...




We have also had the great fun of photographing a wedding or two, many maternity sessions and a fair share of great families. How lucky can one company be? I haven't had a day off since we opened the studio, working 12 hour days, and LOVING every single moment of it. I'm working extra hard next week to get all the clients done from previous weeks to prepare for the holiday rush. We are ALREADY filling fast. Please please please if you want a holiday session call us right away. Its going to be so hard to turn people away and I know we are going to hit that point more sooner than later.




We will be running some AMAZING holiday specials..My hubby says that I remind him of that car dealership with the slogan "I'd give em away, but my wife won't let me." except with me it's the hubby! Too bad for him though I wrote the holiday specials BEFORE he knew. LOL So it's gonna be a great deal! But shhh don't tell my hubby!




I'm adding some of the images from shoots this month.. We have had SUCH pretty babies and great families through here. If you don't see your session don't worry! I plan to post more soon!






Hugs and Halloween Wishes!





Keesha






P.S. DON'T FORGET, free Halloween portraits this year! Just stop by the studio in costume from 1p.m. to 9 p.m.! Remember this images are 100% free with a copyright release. So you can send em to grandma! Our way of saying THANK YOU for you wonderful support of our studio!

































































Oct 18, 2009

Free Halloween Portraits!

FREE HALLOWEEN PORTRAITS!

Join us for their grand opening celebration Halloween from 1 to 9 p.m.

We will have KID FRIENDLY decorations, lots of candy and ABSOLUTELY FREE PORTRAITS.

We are conveniently located at
710 Denbigh Blvd Suite 4D Newport News.Visit Us Online at
www.realmomentsphotography.com

Need More Information? Call us 580-583-2492.

Directions: Take Jefferson to Denbigh, Turn Right on Denbigh. We are on the right hand side directly before the turn for Mary Immaculate Hospital in the Colony Square of Denbigh.

Oct 8, 2009

Busy as a baby bee!

LOL Well maybe we've been busy as big bees but we have been seeing lots of precious babies walking through our doors. We are so blessed and happy with our new studio. I'm so sorry I haven't had a chance to post more. I promise I'll update soon! We have so many amazing little ones to show you!