Monday, April 4, 2011
Easter photos!
Oh my.... Im soooo thrilled with these photos!!! My good friend Stacey (Stacey Luce Photography) took them and I could not be happier! When I'm trying to take photos of these guys i get nothing but fake smiles and goofy kids. :( But with her behind the lens and the two of us saying silly words like bum and fart (boys, right?) she was able to get some GREAT photos of my boys WITH REAL SMILES! not the goofy ones!!! Thank you sooo much Stace~
Friday, March 25, 2011
Im Bad...
Im SO bad at this whole blogging thing. I really do want to do it, but its like maddening trying to make it a routine! Diaries were just as problematic for me growing up. Kept for a week and left for months. Ah, but I tried and it is the thought that counts.
Although it feels as though there isn't anything new going on, I guess there really is! Business has been quite slow with the holidays and I tried to switch over to some print credits in my packages, and found that likely hurt me ALOT more then it possibly helped, so Ive dropped that and things are now picking up again! 2 shoots this weekend, a mat shoot coming up, some boudoirs are in the hopes and early April I will have a super special session that I cannot wait to get into! Picked up some great new props too!
Personally things have been 'fun' as usual! it was a cold winter and we got so much snow it felt like we all lived in giant igloos! So now we have the water to worry about, flooding basements and things. Thankfully if we can get the snow out of our back yard, we should be ok here, but so many people in town may not be. BUT spring has not quite sprung yet anyway!! It's still FREEZING out there!!!
The big thing going on right now is my celebration plans for hitting the 2000 fan mark! *woo hoo* Im gathering a list of all the local crafters and artists in the Manitoba area for an ALL MANITOBA giveaway! I think it will begin mid/late april, but we shall see how the fan count goes... STAY TUNED!
Although it feels as though there isn't anything new going on, I guess there really is! Business has been quite slow with the holidays and I tried to switch over to some print credits in my packages, and found that likely hurt me ALOT more then it possibly helped, so Ive dropped that and things are now picking up again! 2 shoots this weekend, a mat shoot coming up, some boudoirs are in the hopes and early April I will have a super special session that I cannot wait to get into! Picked up some great new props too!
Personally things have been 'fun' as usual! it was a cold winter and we got so much snow it felt like we all lived in giant igloos! So now we have the water to worry about, flooding basements and things. Thankfully if we can get the snow out of our back yard, we should be ok here, but so many people in town may not be. BUT spring has not quite sprung yet anyway!! It's still FREEZING out there!!!
The big thing going on right now is my celebration plans for hitting the 2000 fan mark! *woo hoo* Im gathering a list of all the local crafters and artists in the Manitoba area for an ALL MANITOBA giveaway! I think it will begin mid/late april, but we shall see how the fan count goes... STAY TUNED!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
linking up....
I was approached by one of our local salons here, Modesty Hair Studio to do a shoot. I was so honored to be asked and I had a blast! We were running late and instead of low light we ended up with NO light, but that is ok!! We ended up with some great shots, until the coyotes were getting a bit too close for my comfort!
Nikon D40, f 5.6; 1/100 sec; ISO 400, 18-105mm lens at 35mm, off camera flash
Of course I did add the moon from a shot I took over the summer! The photo itself was just a small adjustment on the curves and some airbrushing to the skin.
Check out Love your shot! and link up your fave foto! ;) And see more from this shoot at cynthiakorman.ca
Nikon D40, f 5.6; 1/100 sec; ISO 400, 18-105mm lens at 35mm, off camera flash
Of course I did add the moon from a shot I took over the summer! The photo itself was just a small adjustment on the curves and some airbrushing to the skin.
Check out Love your shot! and link up your fave foto! ;) And see more from this shoot at cynthiakorman.ca
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Happy Sunday!
Life has been sooooo busy! Between my youngest having a bit of dental surgery, my husband gone alot helping his parents move, photo sessions here and there and just keeping up with the boys and making sure they are fed and played with and loved... there's been very little time for me (or hubby!)
Ive been starting to get templates ready for Christmas photo cards and working on some custom wedding invitations, which I cannot wait to share! I actually did up just a few Halloween photo cards as well! $10 for the jpg with your photo and words and you print as many as you like!
I did FINALLY launch my butterfly fantasy sessions! Ive been thinking/brainstorming/planning etc... for a grande total of over a year but just finally got it all put together and out there! The response has been amazing really and Ive already sent out my first batch of proofs and order forms & I'm working on the second set this weekend!
If you have any moments from your busy day I would recommend that you head over to 6 and still Sane for a giveaway she is running with one of my favourite prizes - some wonderfully soft and fluffy pads from Randumosity! Do go check it out... and happy Sunday everyone!
Ive been starting to get templates ready for Christmas photo cards and working on some custom wedding invitations, which I cannot wait to share! I actually did up just a few Halloween photo cards as well! $10 for the jpg with your photo and words and you print as many as you like!
I did FINALLY launch my butterfly fantasy sessions! Ive been thinking/brainstorming/planning etc... for a grande total of over a year but just finally got it all put together and out there! The response has been amazing really and Ive already sent out my first batch of proofs and order forms & I'm working on the second set this weekend!
If you have any moments from your busy day I would recommend that you head over to 6 and still Sane for a giveaway she is running with one of my favourite prizes - some wonderfully soft and fluffy pads from Randumosity! Do go check it out... and happy Sunday everyone!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Put your best face forward!
Or in this case... Your online shop!
As you know one of the things I enjoy doing is designing logo's and banner & avatar sets for online shops. I just wanted to have some info about what makes a good logo or shop banner. When people go to your shop on Etsy or one of the other online selling sites, your shop banner is one of the first things people are going to see! Even if you don't have a logo for your business you need to have a good shop banner and avatars. They are some of the key factors that help to convey a professional image.
First thing to understand is the logo. What is a logo? A logo is not just your shop name written across a photo of one of the items you sell. A logo is a graphic that will help your business to be instantly recognizable to customers and clients. It will set you apart from others in your field. You want your logo to be original, simple and clean if its going to withstand the test of time.
If your in the market for a new logo, keep in mind that a good logo designer is going to work with you to make a design the suits you and your business, even if you don't know what that is! Your logo should NOT be pixelated and the designer should be able to move, alter, change, add without any issue.
As far as banners go, you can repeat some of the points of a good logo right into your banner set! You want your banner to represent your store, carry your logo well, if you have one, and be crisp clear and uncluttered! Your banner should be more then one or two graphics copied, and flipped over, so there's one on each side.
If your wondering if your banner may need updating, here are some things to ask yourself. Is my shop name clear and easy to read? Is the banner clear and clean looking, or does it feel cluttered and all over the place? Is there a lot of pattern behind your name and tag line, making it hard to read? Does it represent my shop? me? If using photos, are they clear and easy to see? Are the photos distorted, too fat or tall (this one in particular makes your banner look really bad)?
And with either a logo or a banner make sure the designer is using graphics & photos that are free for commercial use, or that the designer does in fact have the copyrights to use them. Just because a photo or graphic shows up on a web search without a watermark does not mean it free to use! The last thing you want, is to have to replace all your business cards, banners, avatars and other stationary because of copyright issues!
There are plenty of designers out there in lots of price ranges and it can be overwhelming. Make sure when your looking for a designer you check out all the sales they've had, look at the feed back they have, good and bad. Actually go and read them. You could even go and message some of their customers to get more details and feed back! Look at the things they are selling and the things they are buying too! Take your time and don't rush into something because of a good sale! Shop around and find the right designer for you.
As you know one of the things I enjoy doing is designing logo's and banner & avatar sets for online shops. I just wanted to have some info about what makes a good logo or shop banner. When people go to your shop on Etsy or one of the other online selling sites, your shop banner is one of the first things people are going to see! Even if you don't have a logo for your business you need to have a good shop banner and avatars. They are some of the key factors that help to convey a professional image.
First thing to understand is the logo. What is a logo? A logo is not just your shop name written across a photo of one of the items you sell. A logo is a graphic that will help your business to be instantly recognizable to customers and clients. It will set you apart from others in your field. You want your logo to be original, simple and clean if its going to withstand the test of time.
If your in the market for a new logo, keep in mind that a good logo designer is going to work with you to make a design the suits you and your business, even if you don't know what that is! Your logo should NOT be pixelated and the designer should be able to move, alter, change, add without any issue.
As far as banners go, you can repeat some of the points of a good logo right into your banner set! You want your banner to represent your store, carry your logo well, if you have one, and be crisp clear and uncluttered! Your banner should be more then one or two graphics copied, and flipped over, so there's one on each side.
If your wondering if your banner may need updating, here are some things to ask yourself. Is my shop name clear and easy to read? Is the banner clear and clean looking, or does it feel cluttered and all over the place? Is there a lot of pattern behind your name and tag line, making it hard to read? Does it represent my shop? me? If using photos, are they clear and easy to see? Are the photos distorted, too fat or tall (this one in particular makes your banner look really bad)?
And with either a logo or a banner make sure the designer is using graphics & photos that are free for commercial use, or that the designer does in fact have the copyrights to use them. Just because a photo or graphic shows up on a web search without a watermark does not mean it free to use! The last thing you want, is to have to replace all your business cards, banners, avatars and other stationary because of copyright issues!
There are plenty of designers out there in lots of price ranges and it can be overwhelming. Make sure when your looking for a designer you check out all the sales they've had, look at the feed back they have, good and bad. Actually go and read them. You could even go and message some of their customers to get more details and feed back! Look at the things they are selling and the things they are buying too! Take your time and don't rush into something because of a good sale! Shop around and find the right designer for you.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Awe, look! Lynelle from Kreations for Kids has sent me a sunshine award!
So here are the rules for the Sunshine Award:
1. Place the logo within your blog or post
2. Pass the award on to 12 other bloggers
3. Link the nominees within the post
4. Let the nominees know they have won by commenting on their blog
5. Share the love by linking back to the person from whom you received the award
I dont have many blogs that i follow right now! Jami from Randumosity has always been around to help me with my blonde questions! Jen is a good friend who has a blog about her family and life! I love soaps... Sweet Sally Soaps has alot of types I would love to try and giveaways to enter!
I know its not 12, but those are my favourites! i have alot of friends and support on Facebook, but the blog is a bit slow! ;) Thanks Lynelle for thinking of me!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
And the Winner is... #94!!!
Thank you everyone for taking the time to enter the 1000 fan celebration giveaway! Congratulations to Shawna339 who was the lucky comment number 94!! Stay tuned for more giveaways!
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