I always love when one of our long time clients comes to visits. I have been photographing Ms J. for a while now and it is an absolute hoot when the kids know me well enouph to give me a hard time..... or at least they try. Now, mind you, I'm now complaining because I know them pretty well too and I give it right back. It really is a treat not only because it makes for a fun session but I'm able to engage with my young subject and create images that are very personal and engaging not only for me but for her and her family. She was a real trooper today, not only did we do a whole bunch of work in color but she agreed to let me photograph her for my new project. Here are a few samples from that work.
On April 28, 2012 Robert Wehmeier, Owner/photographer of Wehmeier Portraits will join with PPA Charities (the philanthropic arm of Professional Photographers of America) to promote “Celebration of Smiles Day.” This national fundraising effort will benefit Operation Smile, which treats children around the world who suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities.
During the month of April, participating photographers will offer the gift of an individual portrait session and a desk-size portrait in exchange for a $24 donation to Operation Smile. This donation represents one tenth of $240, the amount needed to help fund a single surgery. According to Texas photographer Don Dickson, President of Professional Photographers of America (PPA), “Celebration of Smiles Day” is the perfect opportunity to have your portrait made or that of a loved one, because in doing so you are making it possible to truly change the lives of children who would otherwise face a lifetime of pain and rejection.”
Founded in 1982, Operation Smile is a worldwide children’s medical charity dedicated to helping children and young adults born with facial deformities. In as little as 45 minutes, one cleft lip surgery can change a child’s life forever. Every three minutes a child somewhere in the world is born with a facial deformity. One in ten will not survive to see their first birthday. Those who do survive often live in isolation and pain. Each year, more than 100,000 children are born with a facial deformity in Operation Smile’s 26 partner countries. Tens of thousands remain untreated.
“Recording smiles is what photographers do,” says Richmond, Virginia, photographer Mary Fisk-Taylor, who serves as president of the PPA Charities Board of Trustees, and who was instrumental in developing the Celebration of Smiles promotion. “It’s hard to imagine a more appropriate charity for our members to support. And when parents participate in this event, it’s a wonderful way to teach children the value of reaching out to others. Even small children can understand the importance of Operation Smile’s work, and they are eager to help these needy children.”
To view a list of local studios participating in the Celebration of Smiles Day promotion, visit www.CelebrationOfSmiles.com.
For further information contact: Elise or Rob Wehmeier at 708-226-1593.
Long time client, Melissa, recently returned to the Chicago area to visit family and update their family portrait. As an added bonus her mother-in-law, sister-in-law and nephew came along to join the fun. www.wehmeierportraits.com
I LOVE spring -- winter is fading, trees and flowers are begining to bloom & refresh as the days warm up and we begin to photograph boys and girls preparing for their First Holy Communion. EVERYTIME one of our girls comes to the set in her beautiful white dress, hair done up and a smile from ear to ear, I can't help but smile just as big. The boys are more suble, their dark suits make them look like little men and their smile is almost coy. It is particularly enjoyable to watch a child, whom we have photogrraphed with their parents or siblilings, RELISH having the spotlight on them alone.
If your child is making their First Communion or you know a child who is, now is the time to schedule a professional Communion Portrait Session. 708-226-1593
We had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of long-time client Paul to bride Erika in Winston-Salem in August. The happy couple just received their beautiful custom designed storybook album and we wanted to share their excitement in their own words. Erika: "Hey!! Just wanted to let you know that Paul and I recieved the wedding album today and it is AMAZING!! It was exactly what we wanted. You guys are the best. Thanks so much :)" Paul: We just got the album, it is perfet. It is so beautiful, you guys did such a wonderful job capturing our wedding. Thank you, thank you, thank you."
Celebrate the beginning of Spring with an Easter Eggstravaganza session at Wehmeier Portraits. Bring the children in their Easter best or a spring outfit and we'll create a classic portrait using our uniquly 'Framed' set. This one of a kind set is only available for our Easter Eggstravaganza sessions.
Our Easter Eggstravaganza sessions are specially priced at $50 (plus tax) and includes the session, an 8x10 gift print and a facebook image with your donation for the Orland Township Food Pantry. Schedule your session between March 18-25 by calling Elise at 708-226-1593. Think you'll want more prints to share with family? We have a special product listing just for Eggstravagazna sessions.
The Orland Township Food Pantry provides emergency food to residents who need immedaite assistance. Their mission is to gather and share grocery products with neighbors in need. The Orland Township food pantry is a bridge between America's food bounty and those who cannot provide for themselves. Dontaions are needed to help keep the pantry running smoothly. Learn more about the services offered by Orland Township by calling 708-403-4222 or by visiting www.orlandtwp.org.
Donations needed include:
canned vegetables
canned soups
canned fruits
tuna
macaroni & cheese
spaghetti sauce
peanut butter and jelly
cereal
oatmeal
toilet paper
monetary donations, if preferred
Bring your donation to your session and we'll deliver all donated items to the food pantry in time for Easter.
Celebrate your child's First Communoin with beautiful portrats you will display in your home for years. Our sessions are scheduled with ample time to create breathtaking images you will treasure. We capture the significance of the occaision through classic poses as well as images which reflect a bit more personality. During your prresentation and ordering appointment, mom will view several poses which work perfectly with our print packages, keepsake albums, wall portraits and custom thank you notecards. Our Communion Portrait special includes your session and a 5x7 print for $65 plus tax. Print packages starting from $120. Call by April 6 to schedule your child's First Communion portrait and recieve a set of 8 wallet prints with your portrait order. 708-226-1593
Our clients rely on Wehmeier Portraits to capture images from all of life's special events and milestones. Our focus on relationships and our creative approach to newborns, children, high school seniors, family portraits plus our unique perspective on wedding photography extends beyond the session. We discuss every detail of our portrait experience from clothing selections and location choice, to proper image size, product selection, frame choices and placement in your home.
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