Summertime is perfect for capturing a great portrait. By taking advantage of the weather, your location possibilities are endless! While not everyone is as photogenic as the next, these photo tips can help you capture the perfect shot!

The 3 Keys To A Dynamic Portrait

• Good Lighting
• Creative Locations
• Great Poses

Body language speaks loudly about one's character, especially in a picture! With a little practice and confidence, you can create a beautiful and unique picture.

Head:

• Lean slightly toward the camera to give your face more definition
• Tilting your head back gives an attitude of  "punk"
• Tilting your head back to the "high" shoulder expresses a fun and flirty look
• Tilting your head down toward the "low" shoulder express power
• Find the best angle and work with it!

Eyes:

• Look slightly above the camera
• Smile with your eyes, but don't squint

Mouth:

• Create  a natural smile, not showing too much of your gums
• A three-quarter smile is perfect
• Think of something funny, your first crush, go ahead and laugh a little
• Keep your smile as natural as possible; A forced smile can make you look stiff

Shoulders:

• Pull your shoulders back and suck in your stomach slightly
• Turn your body 3 quarters toward the camera

Arms/Hands:

• Hold arms slightly away from body
• Keep elbows slightly and naturally bent
• Girls, fingers should look long and elegant
• Guys,  hands should be slightly fisted

Hips:

• Tilting your hips forward will make you seem more slender

Legs/Feet:

• Standing with legs hip width apart give an air of strength
• One leg should hold your body weight while the other leg is bent or extended behind like a graceful dancer
• Feet at different angles or heights will add more depth
• Standing 3 quarters toward the camera with one foot pointed toward the camera will make you seem more slender

Practice, Practice, Practice!

Stand in front of the mirror staring at your self a for a few minutes, watch how your face changes with each emotion. Try different smiles, angles, attitudes and see what works best for you. Be creative and let your personality shine! When you are ready for your portraits, contact a photographer in your area and arrange a time and location. Go with what is natural, think happy thoughts and be confident. You will be happy with the end results!

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One of the first things after I got engaged, I started researching photographers. To me, that's one of my top priorities for our wedding. Pictures are very important to me since they capture your whole day and you'll always have them to look to for a reminder. I LOVE pictures and don't mind being in them.

Bart on the other hand, is not a big fan. Whenever we go somewhere, I always have pictures of me with my friends, but none of me and him together. What a picture downer. Anyways, I wanted to share our story of how I researched photographers. Plus, all the details on our engagement session.

Again, pictures are very important to me. I researched, researched and researched to find the one. Thankfully, I've had a lot of friends recently get married or get engaged so I've gotten to  to look at their pictures to see what I like. I figured out what type of photography style I liked and found the perfect engagement photographer, Megan Burges Photography.

I emailed Megan, telling her how much I loved her work and asked if we could schedule a date. I didn't ask for references, samples or anything like that. I just knew, same with my wedding photographer. Falling in love with their work and imagining you in their photos is a must. So I scheduled a date and now it was time to start picking out outfits. Bart was thrilled!

Another thing I love, besides photography and Bart are clothes. I have a ton of clothes and probably buy something new once a week, if not more. Something I need to control, but only in Bart's opinion. Of course, he's total opposite and only gets new clothes whenever I buy him something. With that being said, I knew he would NEVER in a million years want to change clothes for these pictures. I'm lucky I even got some sort of smirk out of him.

Anyways, that's a whole story on it's own. I love dresses, fur vest and boots. So why not include them in our picture? I also am big on off the shoulder tops, I think I'll include that too! I went to my favorite store and had them help me find something. A good reason to go shopping. For Bart, I chose a button up shirt with jeans. He looks good in blue and always has a pretty casual look. I was satisfied and he didn't know what he was wearing until the day of. Typical boys. I think we looked cute.

We went for an urban sort of feel in the downtown area and then took it outside to the park. I let the photographer take over. She knew exactly what she wanted and what poses looked good. So I went with it, I was up for anything and knew she would get amazing shots. She did.

We narrowed down our favorite pictures, including the one with our favorite dog, and ordered our pictures. However, it did take us a few weeks to select the ones we wanted, we loved them all. All my expectations were beyond exceeded!

So when searching for an engagement photographer or wedding photographer, research. Find someone who represents your style. Someone that you're truly in love with. That's how you find the photographer for your engagement and wedding.

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Photos taken by Megan Burges Photography.

Are you looking for an experienced photographer to capture the special moments in your life? Peter Wallburg Studios is a Summitt, New Jersey photographer whose main goal is make your photographs perfect. The word-perfect is a big word to use, but they are willing to do whatever it takes to get the perfect photos for you. All their pictures will meet all your standards and even more. A true artist with a creative vision for you.

A professional photographer who is just like you will put their heart and soul into all their photographs just for you. Whether they are shooting your wedding day, family portrait, senior pictures or special event; they'll give it their true all. As their job as your photographer, they will be able to capture the true love in the air.

Whether it be a newly married couple or a family; they'll do everything they can to understand you. These special moments and relationships will absolutely shine through in their photographs.

Moments Captured In Time

All the details on your wedding day will shine through with Peter Wallburg Studios. Not only your gorgeous wedding details and beautiful wedding venue will shine through, but most importantly you and your love story. They will truly capture the true love in each others' eyes when you look each other. That is truly a one-of-a-kind photographer

From the first moment he sees you to the first dance to you and your new husband cutting the gorgeous wedding cake, every emotion going through you will shine through. What more could you possibly want in wedding photos. True emotions shining through, great details and most importantly you will be truly amazing in their professional wedding photographs.

Priceless Images

Not only will they capture true love on your wedding day, but will also capture the love of a family, personalities of individuals and the personality of your next special event. Absolutely fall in love with the photos from Peter Wallburg Studios. Photos are a great way to remember your family in that moment and they completely understand that. Imagine your family in the Fall leaves bursting with happiness in your family portrait. Such a special photo to be captured in time.

Peter Wallburg Studios lives for bringing special photographs just to you. They want to be there to capture it all. Now doesn't that sound like a photographer you would like to have capture your moments? A photographer putting their heart and soul into every little details is exactly what you're looking for.

A professional photographer at your service is Anderson's Designer Portraits. They create amazing photographs ranging from bridal portraits, senior portraits, family portraits, engagement and wedding photos. Each and everyone is created with true passion that will say something special about you. Choose a photographer who captures that special something and portrays it in way that everyone is in awe over.

Unforgettable Wedding Portraits

Unforgettable Wedding Photography

Wedding photographers should possess technical quality, true patience, a photographer's intuition and a unique sense of artistic ability; and Anderson's Designer Portraits does. Imagine yourself in your one-of-a-kind, ivory wedding dress with your soul mate dipping you in front of the setting sun. It is the perfect wedding photo for you to remember how you felt on your special day.

They truly capture how you felt and anyone can tell that you are so in love just from the photo. From engagement portraits, bridal portraits and wedding photos; they will be there to provide excellent assistance in anything and everything that you need.

From beginning to end, Anderson helps determine the best location in Saint Paul, Minnesota, what type of clothing is best and products that will show off your photos from their home to yours.

Just Not Weddings…

A wedding is a truly special event, but so is capturing special moments for your family and children too. Anderson's Designer Portraits creates special family portraits, children portraits and senior portraits behind their creative lens. Priceless images is what you'll receive from them, their portraits are captured with passion and drive like no other.

Timeless Photographs Present in Fashion

Family Portrait on the Beach

Anderson's Designer Portraits has captured your special moment, now show it off in true, classic style. You can show it off in their great frames, scrapbooks, wedding signature books, save the dates and lets not forget their reflections media package.

A unique and special package includes a digital slide show featuring your one-of-a-kind photos and a meaningful song. This would be perfect for weddings, birthdays or anniversaries. Imagine showing your guests your cute baby pictures all the way up to their engagement pictures accompanied by home video footage and your special song. It will truly be amazing and special.

Whether it's from serving the Twin Cities or traveling gorgeous destinations; Anderon's Designer Portraits provide meaningful photos just for you and goes over the top each and every time.

It's in the name with Lake Superior Photography and superior is what shows. If you want a photographer who absolutely loves their job and will do everything possible to provide amazing photos just for you, than they are just the fit. This skilled photographer will truly go out of their way to provide amazing photos just for you! Make your day memorable with outstanding work from Lake Superior.

Superior Photos

This accomplished photographer has captured special moments for over 13 years and loves to create something impressive just for you. Lake Superior Photography loves to photograph elegant, artistic, emotional, sporty or funny pictures. Whatever it is they're there to get your unique look. They love to capture anything and everything from:

• Wedding photography
• Engagement Sessions
• Family Portraits
• Senior Portraits
• Reunions
• Sports Photography
• And even Pet Portraits!

Whoever and wherever, Lake Superior Photography will aim for the quality and standout photos that you deserve. Wedding photography will be at its finest on your wedding day, they know exactly how important that day means to you and your loved ones. Your special day will stand out within every single wedding photo. Engagement photos can be

captured at your favorite place or in their Duluth, Minnesota studios with amazing backgrounds and props. Capturing your family, children, senior portraits and even your pets will stand out from any other, because they strive for making your true individuality shine through each photo and with each unique expression that stands out on your face.

Understanding You!

The icing on the cake is their understanding of client's price range. Offering a variety of packages and one flat fee is what they pride themselves on. One great feature is instead of charging a session fee and then package prices, they charge one flat fee that includes everything. This makes it hassle free, while still providing amazing photography just for you.

Invest in a photographer who is passionate and provides top-of-the-line service just for you. Your special day will truly stand out from all the rest because your outstanding personalities will shine through like no other. Choose Lake Superior Photography, because you only deserve the best for you and your family.

Why should your wedding last for only one day? It shouldn't. The right wedding photos can help you relive your big day over and over again. That's why choosing the right wedding photographer should be at the top of every bride's wedding planning list.

To portray your day perfectly, your wedding photographer must be able to capture true emotions, not just create a pretty picture. When you choose Dalton Photography, this skilled wedding & event photographer captures the real story (your story and true individuality) through his camera lens.

Your Love Story

What is the motivation behind Dalton Photography's amazing wedding photos? It's the love story behind the wedding photos. With years of experience, this award-winning photographer is more than a picture taker. Rick Dalton is a true artist who's craft is to illustrate the love story behind the wedding day.

Whether your wedding is in Fort Worth TX or a destination wedding location, Rick is always thinking ahead to capture the true significance and emotion of the day.

For Dalton Photography, the photos must show off the couple's true personality. For Rick, it is the only way to tell their one-of-a-kind love story. From the first kiss as husband and wife to the first dance, each picture MUST tell a story. How does Rick produce these gorgeous wedding portraits? Rick creates the perfect wedding photo memento by capturing the real moments, like the wedding cake falling as it is being cut with a sword.

When you choose Dalton Photography, your true personality will shine through each wedding photo. As you and others view your wedding photo album, the pictures will let you relive the day. For those who could not attend the wedding, these photos will place them in the wedding moment. With Dalton Photography's incredible eye for in-the-moment shots, what more could a bride ask for?

Not Just For Weddings – Elegant Photography For All

Blending in with the background is never an option, but standing out is exactly what you'll get with event photos from Dalton Photography. From sports event photos and senior portraits to family reunions pictures and Christmas photos, Rick will make sure your one-of-a-kind personality comes through and your story is told. Your photos should be more than just a pretty picture.

Your wedding photos should declare your love story. Portraits should reveal your individual personality. All photos should be a chronicle of your life and the storyteller should always be Dalton Photography.

Memories Captured by Brenda will provide photographs that you'll hold near and dear to your heart forever. Always having that "fairy tale" moment to look back on will provide memories that will last forever. Their artistic technique will shine through like no other, and you'll end up with the photo of a lifetime.

Photos for a Lifetime!

Special Family Photographs

This local photographer does it all, from engagement photography, wedding photography, children portraits, seniors and maternity portraits. Start with a maternity shoot before your little one is even born; you will someday get to look back and show your not so "little one" what they looked like. Let Memories Captured photograph each stage of their life, from newborn to seniors and everything in between. They'll be sure to capture your children in their natural true form, so you can see your little one smiling back at you.

Moments of True Love

However, if you want amazing, then you should see their stunning wedding photography. Memories Captured by Brenda loves to capture every moment, but especially weddings. The right moment to capture true love in its purest form is right then. Believing that each bride should shine through helps them strive to offer a unique, artistic point of view on your wedding day. Each bride shines through in her own way and they can capture every emotion and that perfect expression on her face.

The fact that they get to share these special moments with you is what makes them achieve better photos to offer you. A unique engagement photo at your special place to your flawless wedding day and all the way up to the growing popularity of trash the dress photos, Memories Captured wants to be there for it all. They want to share your moments of a lifetime.

Something for EVERYONE!

This Toledo, Ohio photographer keeps up-to-date on all the latest trends, and the latest? A photobooth at your next special occasion! This creative party rental is a way to capture all your guests and they will absolutely love it! You and your guests will have a fabulous and creative time using one!

Also, they offer a variety of products for any price range. All their packages are exquisite and you are sure to love their custom wedding storybooks. This includes all your favorite wedding photos that are customized towards your day; it'll be your favorite piece. Along with their storybook, they offer high quality cds, individual portraits and even photo sculptures. Whatever you choose, it's sure to fit your style and price range.

Whatever your event may be, Memories Captured by Brenda will truly capture an exquisite, once in a lifetime moment photograph.

"Absolutely amazing" is what you'll say when you see the works of art from On Location Photography! Stewart Johnson's photography skills are impeccable with his classical, yet modern interpretation of wedding photography. Looking through your flawless wedding photos will allow you to remember how your day was perfection.

An Unforgettable Wedding Day

Wedding photography is a specialty of On Location Photography. You provide the inspiration and they capture your special day unfolding. Shooting you in the streets of Metairie, Louisiana, the French Quarter or any destination will always be a work of art to them. You will be amazed at the photos they capture behind the lens. Fun, charismatic personalities will shine through in each and every photo if it be from a fun pose in a shopping cart or to a romantic dip. Anyone who captures a glimpse will understand the wedding couple's fun individuality.

Your Family's Unique Personality

However, they do have a special knack for capturing your beautiful children and family photography too. They add a touch of style to each specialty photo that's captured. Your family can be at an on location shoot at your favorite park or pick out a creative background in studio that will fit any family's unique style. Let them capture your family's true nature like no other with their innovative and artistic techniques. You are their primary focus for their work of art.

Artistic Photography On Any Budget

Another amazing feature that they understand is pricing. On Location Photography wants to accommodate everyone's needs, so they offer many different packages from Basic to Hollywood. Understanding your needs is what they strive for on a daily basis.

Visit On Location Photography, so they can show your special day unfolding; each aspect of your day will look flawless. Let them bring the very best to you, so you can look back and remember it like it was yesterday.

Are you looking for a photographer who will capture the special moments of your child's life? Images by Jan is a talented, award-winning photography business in Virginia. Jan is a true visionary artist who loves classic photography.

Images by Jan specializes in photographing children, families, events, and productions. The "Once in a Lifetime Program" is a great way to create keepsakes of the birth and life of your adorable children. Kids grow up so fast; Jan realizes the importance of preserving the memory of childhood.

Imagine going to your child's ballet performance, play, or baseball game. Now, think about how upset you would be if you attempted to capture the highlights of your child's performance and could not get a good picture due to lighting, distractions, or camera failure. It can be extremely frustrating if you cannot take the pictures you wanted. You also miss out on all the best moments while wondering why the pictures are not turning out right.

Hiring Jan from Images by Jan will solve all of your problems!

Jan has the capability to provide the perfect location and perfect props for your family portraits. She knows exactly how to pose and place your newborn for their very first baby pictures.

Jan will even take your pet's portrait. She has the patience and skills necessary to capture the personality of your lovable pet.

All of the details such as location, props, clothing, poses, etc. can be discussed with Jan during a consultation. This ensures that everything will run smoothly when you are ready to create your lasting memories.

The value of creating lasting memories of your family and loved ones is priceless. Trust the skilled photographer of Images by Jan to make the most important moments in your life an eternal memory. With the keen attention to detail and passion for classic, professional photography, Jan will capture the life, love, and personality of you and your loved ones.

According to D'Mont Reese, you never know when you could be making a memory. Even the smallest things in life can turn out to be the most cherished moments. D'Mont Reese Photography strives to capture those memories in stunning, artistic imagery.

Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, D'Mont Reese Photography's passion for fine art photography has led him to work on location in Rome, Paris, Barbados, and in major cities throughout the U.S. His work as been featured in editorial news and advertising campaigns worldwide. His specialties include:

• Acting/Commercial Headshots
• Wedding Photography
• Sports Photography
• Fashion Photography
• PR/Event Photography
• Swimsuit Photography

D'Mont can shoot tradition film for fine art shoots, or he can provide extraordinary digital photography services. D'Mont Reese's passion for photography is evident in every shot, no matter the format. His eye for style translates into any situation and makes him stand out among other Philadelphia Wedding Photographers.

Wedding photography by D'Mont Reese is both eye-catching and elegant at the same time. His ability to see things from a different angle ensures your photos will stand out from the rest! Your wedding photos will exude a cool style that reflects a certain sophistication that attracting those planning a wedding in Philadelphia for years!

It doesn't matter if you're planning a wedding in Philadephia or hosting a fabulous party, D'Mont Reese Photography can help you capture your memories in a way that only he can!