We booked a gorgeous victorian-styled room at the Inn on Ferry Street in Detroit for Saturday and Sunday, January 21-22. Think four post bed, big windows, fireplace, victorian furniture… yeah. SUPER amazing. We cover the room charges!

Here’s the scoop!

I am opening up my schedule to welcome some mentor sessions as well as offering a discount for those scheduled off-season!

What is a Mentor Session?
3 Hours one-on-one with Jen Kniivila, owner and primary photographer of Visual Poetry. During those 3 hours we will discuss any and all areas of concern ranging from camera how-tos, developing or enhancing your shooting style, branding and marketing and so much more! A complimentary mini-session is included so you’re able to get a few professional head shots to help promote yourself and your business. Sessions take place in our Fenton studio located at 12272 N. Fenton Rd. Suite 2 Fenton, MI 48430. We are happy to find models for you, should you decide a shooting mentor session would be most beneficial.

April – October
Mentor Session for ONE $350
Mentor Session for TWO $600

November – March
Mentor Session for ONE $250
Mentor Session for TWO $450

Schedule yours today!

Thanks!

We’re shaking things up a little around here! Starting today, when your family’s photos are posted to the blog, send your friends over to show a little love – 10 comments from them will earn you a free 8×10 print from your session! It’s our way of saying “thank you” not only for allowing us to photograph you – but for sharing those memories with your friends and families as well!

-Lindsay, Visual Poetry Studio Assistant

What is a mini-session?
These sessions are a mini version of our full sessions and can range from toddlers, seniors, families, maternity or even engagements. Basically, any type of session other than boudoir or a sole infant session. Sessions will last up to 20 minutes each and include an online proofing gallery which usually estimates around 15-30 images.

When?
Sunday, August 7th, 2011
Available Times:
8:30am
9:15am – RESERVED
10am – RESERVED
10:45am – RESERVED
11:30am – RESERVED

Where?
Downtown Ann Arbor
Meeting Location: Starbucks on the corner of State and Liberty (across from Borders)
Sessions will take place OUTDOORS – so be prepared to walk around town a bit.

Theme Ideas:
Ice Cream Parlor! Picture your child in the grass eating a superman colored ice cream cone.. messy and adorable!
Urban Kids - A session in Ann Arbor’s graffiti ally will compliment their bold personality and stylish wardrobe.
Earthy – Relax on the grass beside the trees in the Diag. Bring a blanket to lay on!
Cozy Cafe – Grab a cup of Joe and get some portraits inside or around the quaint cafes.
Destination: BEACH! – I know there wont be a beach close by, but that doesn’t mean the munchkins can’t rock a cute bathing suit, sunglasses, an inflatable tube or even a pinwheel!
Picnic: Bring a blanket and some colorfull snacks!
Theme’s aren’t limited to these ideas so if you have a special request, count me in!
*Even though many of these ideas are geared towards children, adults can enjoy these awesome locations as well! All make a perfect spot for a family, couples or even an individual session.

Suggestions:
Consider bringing a stroller for your munchkin to make it easier on you to walk around to the locations.
Visit previous blog post for some bright summer wardrobe inspirations.
ACCESSORIZE! Dress in neutrals or bright bolds! Show your style and go all out! Hats, scarfs, jewelry…
Think props.. dependent on the theme you want to embody, bring along some fun items to help hold the kids interest. Bubbles.. Balloons.. even snacks can be a cute prop! Popcicles, big watermellon slices, lollipops.

Investment:
Session Fee $95
A $25 deposit is required to hold your date/time. The remaining balance will be due the day of the session.
Session Fee includes the photographers time and talent and includes a password protected online proofing gallery with 15-30 edited images.
Prints, Albums and Digital Files can be purchased in addition to the initial investment of $95. ENJOY YOUR PRODUCT PURCHASES FOR 15% OFF! Choose from one of our collections or create your own! A list of products we offer can be found on the website under the ‘Investment’ tab, then ‘Products’. For our collections, visit the ‘Investment’ tab, then ‘Collections’.
Digital Files can be purchased for $45/ea or the entire set for $200 ($150 off full-session pricing for the disk! Normally $350!)

Reservations:
Please email me at visual.poetry@yahoo.com to reserve your time. Mini-Session availability only happens once every few months to grab yours now to benefit from the discounted price and the warm weather! Only accepting a limited amount of sessions this day so book yours today!

When? SATURDAY, JUNE 4th, 2011

Sessions will take place in downtown Fenton and last up to 20 minutes. The session fee will be only $75 and include up to 20 minutes of shooting and a password protected online proofing gallery for up to 20 images. Prints and products can be purchased a la carte.

For those interested in digital files, there will be a print minimum of $100 before being eligible. Once the minimum has been met you’ll be welcome to all the files for an additional $100. (So, $275 covers the session fee, a $100 print credit and the digital files – products susceptible to sales tax).

To book your session, please email visual.poetry@yahoo.com. A deposit of $25 is required to reserve your date and time. The remaining balance will be due before your session on June 4th.

Available Times (not guraranteed, please email for current times)
8:00am
8:45am
9:30am
10:15am

I am offering you a LAST CHANCE to book a portrait session and have accessibility to digital images for $250 on full sessions and $150 on half sessions. Beginning MARCH 15TH, 2011 - clients are required to meet a print purchase minimum prior to being allowed the purchase of digital images. 

For portrait sessions booked after March 15th, 2011 there will be a minimum product purchase of $300 on full sessions and $150 on mini-sessions prior to being allowed to purchase your images on disk. Once the minimum has been met, the disk can be purchased for an additional $250 on full sessions and $150 on mini sessions.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! I can be reached at visual.poetry@yahoo.com.

Thanks so much for your business! Have a fantastic Tuesday!

Also! I’m still accepting non-perishable items for donation! I’ll be collecting them through December and donating them to Gleanors Food Bank, just like last year. I will be offering a $50 gift certificate to those who donate 10 or more items to the cause! *Gift Certificate not available on specials or sales – full priced sessions and products only. It makes a perfect holiday gift! Donate your items today and not only help feed the hungry, but get a little something in return!