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ISSUE 2014
Portraitsby White Design
• Maternity • newborn • FaMily & Kids • senior • engageMent • bridal • wedding
original & uniquely yours
your Portrait sessiongetting ready
For your session
beautifulpor t ra i t s
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contentsWhite Design Portraits
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4........... White Design
Custom Photography
8........... Orignal & Uniquely Yours
Your Portrait Session
10......... Cooing, Cuddly Newborns
Newborn Photography
12......... Modern & Elegant
Maternity Photography
14........ Emotions, Personalities & Dynamics
Kids & Family Photography
16.........It ’s your Year
Senior Photography
18.........Before the Big Day
Engagement Photography
20........Be your Most Beautiful
Classy Boudoir
22........Beautiful Brides
Bridal Photography
24.........Timelessly Beautiful
Wedding Photography
26........Ordering your Portraits
Ordering Process
28.........What we Offer
Our Products
customphotographyWhite Design
At White Design your portrait experience ensures
that your receive your portraits your way!
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We capture more than your physical image, we capture your individuality and we capture
a memory that will always be cherished. From dramatic and outrageous to elegant and expressive,
be yourself and look your best.
If you are looking for a photographer who loves to
create beautiful indoor and stunning outdoor images, I
would like to be the photographer for you. So please pick
up the phone right now and call me so we can chat about
your vision for your portrait session. Everyone is unique with
individual personalities, hobbies and interests. So why have
your portraits look just like everyone else? At White-Design
we strive to give you extraordinary photos that reflect who
you are. Whether traditional, contemporary or urban you
will receive photos that match your style. We capture more
than your physical image, we capture your individuality and
we capture a memory that will always be cherished.
From dramatic and outrageous to elegant and expressive,
be yourself and look your best.
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At White Design your portrait experience ensures
that your receive your portraits your way!
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Portraits can be incredibly expensive. As high-end cameras and lenses
become cheaper and more accessible, you may be tempted to slash your costs
by asking a friend or family member to take your shots. The money you save,
however, is very likely to leave you with regrets in the long run.
professionalphotographyWhy Splurge on
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We bring to the table 20 years of
experience, not only in photography, but also
national advertising, professional retouching
and design. Yes, we do those trendy edits,
but we begin with sharp, professionally lit
and properly exposed photographs from
the beginning. If your portraits aren’t amazing
straight out of the camera, they won’t be
amazing with a lot of post processing. You
can depend on White Design to find that
defining quality that makes your portraits
unique and special.
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yourportraitsessionoriginal and uniquely yours
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With specialized attention to all the details that go into creating your portraits, we will design precisely the portraits that you wish to own and display in your home. Your investment promises fun, relaxed, and upbeat portraits that showcase you and your family ’s personalities and the relationship you share with each other.
Whether you choose to have your portraits done in our indoor studio, our outdoor
wooded studio, downtown, the location of your choice or a combination, you can be assured
that your photos will be completely original and uniquely yours. Take a look at our website and
facebook page and let us know what you like. We’ll sit down and design a shoot that will give
you amazing, professional portraits that will show the world your style.
We strive to take your portraits to the
next level with a difference you can see
right away. Your portrait experience will
be fun - even if you don’t like having your
photograph taken.
It takes a lot more than a professional
digital camera to make a creative
portrait that you will cherish for years. Take
a look at our images and compare them
to other photographers. Look closely at
the color, retouching, flattering lighting,
easy relaxed poses and the creativity of
the portrait.
This attention to detail and dedication to
the artistry doesn’t come with instructions
on a digital camera. They come with
the expertise gained from years of
experience, an artistic eye and years of
training. That’s why your should trust your
portraits to someone who knows how to
make you look and feel your best.
We don’t just want to capture an
“image” of you but to capture the real
you. We’ll create portraits that explore
the different sides of your personality. Let
us know what you like and let us take it
from there!
Let this be an experience you’ll
never forget. Call us to schedule your
appointment and discuss with us what
your thoughts and desires are for having
the perfect portrait session.
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Nothing says love like cooing, cuddly newborns, bouncy baby bundles and toddlers on the move. Combining the beauty of new life with stunning photography. Each stage of a new child’s life is a perfect time to commemorate your family with an amazing gift to be cherished forever. Don’t let these precious baby days fade into a hazy memory.
newbornphotographycooing, cuddly newborns
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A baby’s first year of life is the most monumental year of all. Each
day is filled with new discoveries and milestones. Capturing and documenting
these special moments is our goal. You will be amazed at how quickly your
baby changes and how incredibly fast the first year is gone. There is no better
way to remember these fleeting moments than through professional portraits.
That is why
we created the First Year Program as a way to commemorate this very special
first year of life. Our sessions are designed to be stress free and easy for you
and your precious baby. We understand that sometimes babies need time
to adjust to the environment, eat or take a break and cuddle with mom. You
won’t be rushed through your session-you and your baby can relax and enjoy
your portrait experience.
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maternityphotographymodern and elegant
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“A child fills a place in your heart that you never knew was empty.”––– Author Unknown
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Pregnancy months are some of the most
beautiful times in woman’s life. She nurtures a new
unseen life inside her. It is a special time for any
expectant mother. No other event can evoke
such feeling of unparalleled internal happiness.
Maternity photography is the best way to
preserve these moments forever.
White Design maternity portraits are flattering
and tastefully created for the mother to be.
Some mothers choose to showcase their bare
baby bump, while others opt for a more modest
session. Which ever option fits you and your
personality, we will create beautiful portraits to
forever save this special time of your life. You
are free to wear any thing you choose, however
solid colors work wonderfully
for these sessions. I also have a wide variety of
drapes, wraps and beautiful belly bands.
I usually recommend that women do their maternity
shoots between 35-37 weeks. Just keep in mind
that babies do come in their own time and it is
not uncommon for them to come two to three
weeks early-so don’t wait too long.
You are more than welcome to bring your
husband, significant other or siblings to include
in your shoot. This is the beginning to another
chapter in your family and we know that you will
want to include everyone involved.
Congratulations and enjoy this beautiful time in
your life!
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kids&familyphotographyemotions, personalities & dynamics
Since I was a very young
girl, I’ve always been drawn to
pictures, be they in magazines,
books, photo albums or even
on the walls of local businesses.
There’s just something about
the amalgam of colors, shapes,
faces and light coming together
in perfect harmony that I find
irrevocably fascinating.
To me, portrait photography is all about capturing emotions, personalities and the dynamics of various relationships. And when I photograph you and your loved ones, that’s always my goal.
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I’ve always believed that the best photos are those that are hard to look away from. The kind
that catch your eye and make you want to study every tiny pixel. And when you think you’ve seen
it all, you have to look back just once more to make sure you didn’t miss anything. Those are the
kinds of photos I strive to take every single day. Photos that are engaging, compelling and worthy
of displaying proudly in your home.
What I mostly loved photographing, though, was people. And that’s still true today.
People are so interesting and I love capturing their spirit on film or in today’s world, digital; my goal
is convey their feelings, thoughts and emotions and preserve them forever in a photograph.
You know what I’m talking about. That twinkle of deep affection in a father ’s eye when he looks
over to his wife holding their first born. The calm serenity that overcomes an expecting woman as
she gently touches her swollen belly. The heat between a newly engaged couple who can’t seem
to stop staring at each other. The commanding presence of a high school senior who’s posing with
enough confidence for their entire graduating class. Or that ounce of mischief in a brother ’s sly grin
as he looks up at his older sister.
Days are fleeting and there is a comfort in knowing that years from now you will have beautiful
portraits to bring you back to this special time.
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seniorphotographyit’s your year
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Being a high school senior means going to class all year long, studying for tests, taking exams but also includes fun stuff too like taking
your final high school year pictures.
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Your time for senior pictures has come! I understand that moms
and seniors have completely different ideas about what they would like
to have in a senior shoot and I strive to cover both. I’ll make sure that
mom gets those traditional portraits she wants and that you get portraits
that completely express who you are.
Planning Your Session: Something Casual: Show us your everyday style—
something that is unique and says “Hey world, this is me!” Identity Wear: Bring
your letterman jacket, cheer leading outfit, band uniform, or sports team
uniform. Show Your Fun Side: Leather or lace, grunge or club, show some
attitude and have fun!
It ’s your Senior Year have fun, relax, enjoy and choose White Design for your
unique Senior Portraits.
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engagmentphotographybefore the big day
“You don’t make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved.”
― Ansel Adams
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The engagement session appears to be
taking on a life of its own with today’s photography-
savvy couples. While the purpose of the session
remains the same, what can be done with the
images afterwards is limitless.
Photographers and couples alike find that the
engagement session is a great way to learn
to work together. Most photographers have
learned the hard way that some couples are
uncomfortable or freeze in front of the camera.
Some couples are conditioned to smile every
time a lens is turned their way, while others blink.
This session helps photographers iron out those
kinks—learning what the best way is to approach
each couple, how best to direct or guide, and
what kind of interaction works best.
In turn, you get a chance to work more intimately
with the photographer who will be with you for
the duration of your wedding day. For many
people the only time they employ the services of
a professional photographer is at their wedding.
If their wedding photographs are important to
them couples will spend a great deal of time
choosing who will shoot their wedding and are
willing to spend large sums of money to make
sure it is done well. This is an important step to
establishing a relationship of trust that is integral
for photographers to best do their job. Openly
communicating about what helps you relax or
what makes you feel the most comfortable is very
important at this stage. Your photographer wants
to know how to best work with you to create the
kinds of images you expect.
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classyboudoirbe your most beautiful
Alright ladies, this one
is just for you. For those of you
who have been entertaining the
idea of boudoir photography
these sessions are for you.
Classy and tasteful boudoir
photography is something every
woman should do at least once
in her life. Imagine the look on
your hubby’s face when you
hand him a gift from your Little
Black Book Session!
Give us a call and lets talk
about a Little Black Book
Session for the man in your life....
or you can just do it for yourself.
“Beauty [is] a kind of radiance. People who possess a true inner beauty, their eyes are a little brighter, their skin a little more dewy. They vibrate at a different frequency.’
––– Cameron Diaz
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Be prepared to feel beautiful, feel sexy and look amazing. There is
absolutely nothing to be nervous about so relax and enjoy your session.
Feel free to bring a friend and make it a girls day or night. Whether you are
bold and outgoing or shy and bashful, we’ll customize a session just for you.
And if you need a bit of help deciding what to wear and bring to a session,
maybe these suggestions will help. • Slips • Button down white man’s shirt •
Something relating to his hobbies & interest • Corset/bustier • A robe • Silk
shorts • Heels • Jewelry • Matching bra + panty set • Neglige/teddy/body
suit • Scarves • Team Jerseys
You will have a great time and you will love your photos!
Don’t forget the most important thing… Relax. Remember that I have years of
experience posing and working with lighting and camera angles to emphasize
your best features and minimize anything less than perfect.
bridalphotographybeautiful brides
Since I was a very young
girl, I’ve always been drawn to
pictures, be they in magazines,
books, photo albums or even
on the walls of local businesses.
There’s just something about
the amalgam of colors, shapes,
faces and light coming together
in perfect harmony that I find
irrevocably fascinating.
If you choose a package that includes a bridal shoot this will greatly reduce the stress the day of the wedding in addition to giving you many more and creative photographs. We try to have these done a month or so before the wedding in order for you to have a framed canvas displayed at your wedding reception.
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A bridal portrait session is the perfect way to have a ‘dress rehearsal’ of
everything you’ve planned for your wedding day. The wedding gown, flowers, hair,
make-up, and all the other little things you’ve worked so hard to plan for, can be
‘tested’ together to make sure that there are no surprises on that special day. A perfect
opportunity to take great images that you will cherish forever. Bridal Portraits are popular
for displaying at the wedding registry table, at the reception sign-in table, custom sign-
in books or you can turn one into a signature print for everyone to ‘leave their mark’ at
the reception.
When your wedding guests walk into your reception facility, and they view your finished
bridal portrait for the first time, I want you to hear your guests gasp in delight, see their
eyes open wide, and watch their jaws hit the floor. I want the bridal portrait I create of
you to put a smile on your face, and a tear in your mother ’s eye.
Bridal portraits are generally taken two to three months before the wedding, so that
there is time to have a completed portrait on display at your reception. However, it ’s
never too late to have your bridal portrait made; formal sittings involving both the bride
and the groom are common up to several months following your wedding.
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weddingphotography
On your one-year anniversary, you and your love will sit back on your couch. Hand in hand, you will pull out the photo’s of your wedding day. As the special
memories flood your eyes, will you see that most important day of your life as beautiful art created for a lifetime of remembrance?
The food will be eaten, the cake will be gone, the flowers will have wilted, but the memories are forever.
timelessly beautiful
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As your photographer, I recognize that this is your special wedding day, and that all
attention should be centered on you and your future husband. Your wedding day is where dreams
and memories come together.
I want to capture your true radiance and the groom’s nervousness. I want to snap the photograph
of you leaning into your husband’s shoulder while you twirl your first steps as a married couple. These
captured moments can be remembered year after year as you pull out your wedding book and relive
those memories all over again.
Between choosing the exact shade of roses and tasting everything from cake to hordorerves, you’ve got your
hands full! Meeting caterers, florists, and musicians is tough enough, never mind negotiating the photographer
scene. I strive to make your experience as stress free and memorable as is could possibly be. I begin by going
over the time frame you are thinking about, and together we decide which package is the best fit for you.
At White Design & Photography we have several packages for our brides to choose. Beginning with a
basic day of shooting with a hardcover proof book and online proofing to our largest package with
our premium storybooks, canvas portraits or fine art metal portraits, DVD of images with print release,
hardcover proof book and even a bridal and engagement session. Whatever your needs we have a
package for you or can custom design a package for your special day.
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The most important decision in the portrait process is the selection of images for your
home. After your session we will set up a time for you to come into the studio and view your
portraits. Coming into the studio to place your order is the best choice in that you can view
your images on our calibrated screen and see actual samples of finishes, sizes and products. A
16x20 may sound enormous at first, but above a couch or fireplace can seem small.
Before ordering your portraits please take a walk through your home and make notes of where
you would like to see new art work and make a list of parents, grandparents, family and friends.
orderingprocessordering your portraits
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For most clients, ordering is less of a science than an art, mixing fulfilling needs with getting
the many photos you fall in love with. When planning your order, I suggest that you use this form
to aid in the ordering process. Walk through your house and think about where you would like to
display your portraits. Above furniture, along staircases, down hallways, on sofa tables, shelves, in
a wall grouping, etc.
Decide whether you would like traditionally framed prints, gallery wraps, standouts, metal prints,
stretched canvas or canvas mounted to board.. Take some time to think about who you would like
to give gift portraits and specialty products. Grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings,
etc. Then decide what specialty products you would like to have for yourself. Photo books, photo
boxes, accordion books, etc.
Gift Portraits For Size Quantity Specialty Products Notes:
Wall Portraits Where to Hang/Display
Canvas, Canvas on Board, Canvas Framed, Gallery Wrap, Wrap Standout
Size
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We offer many different carefully selected specialty products that you are sure to love. Our specialty products include invitations, custom story books, custom image boxes, folios, photo jewelry, metallic prints, fine art metal portraits & canvas portraits, that you are sure to cherish for years to come.
our productsWhat we offer
Metal PrintsModern. Edgy. Beautiful. Brushed aluminum Metal Prints show your images in an incomparable way. We start with metal, add a coat of opaque white ink to the surface, and then print your image on top. This process truly takes your photography to the highest level in unique presentations.
Single & Double Weight MatboardMounting your print on matboard not only gives the print extra support, but it also helps preserve the value of the print over time.
Canvas on MatboardGive your prints gallery-level quality with our canvas bonded to matboard. The canvas provides the rich texture for your print and the matboard gives it a sturdy backing that prepares it for framing or other types of display.
Stretched CanvasFor even more texture and durability have your print pressed onto canvas and then wrapped on a wooden stretcher frame. Our stretcher frames are 3/4” thick. Your image does not wrap around the stretcher frame with this product. Please see Gallery Wraps for an image wrapped canvas product.
Gallery WrapsBring a contemporary edge to your images, and create a high end art piece worthy of any museum wall. The frameless presentation of a Gallery Wrap is ideal for those with gallery-quality expectations.
Standout WrapsAdd dimension and sophistication with this unique wall art piece. Printed on photographic paper and laminated with a mounting block on the back, Print Wraps easily create that gallery look inside your home.
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Custom Designed Photo Books• Perfect way to get all photos from your session • Available in 8x8 and 10x10 • Black Cover with foil embossing or Custom Photo Cover
Custom Designed Photo Boxes• Magnetic Closure • Custom designed box • 4x6 or 5x7 - includes a set of all images from your session
Custom Designed Cards & AnnouncementsGreat things really do come in small packages.• Custom designed with your favorite photos • Available in flat, 5x7 folded or 5x5 and 5x7 die cut cards that can double as Christmas Ornaments • Perfect for invitations, holidays, birthdays or announcements
Framed Custom Storyboard or Collages • Designed with your favorite session photos • Available in color, bw or sepia • Ready for hanging
Photo Dog Tags & License PlatesMade using the same revolutionary process as our durable MetalPrints. Dyes are infused directly into specially coated aluminum sheets, resulting in an image with vibrant colors and unsurpassed detail and resolution. The surface is durable, easy to clean, weatherproof, waterproof and scratch resistant.
Accordion Books• Photo cover • Magnetic Closure • Available in 3x3 or 4x8
• Perfect for Gifts• Available in Silver, Black or Pewter • Bracelet Charms • Necklace Charms
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