Sunday, November 18, 2012

The "S" family









The contrast between photographing all boys and than all girls never ceases to amaze me. As a mother of two little boys, I really welcome the opportunity to photograph little ladies. The bows, stockings and  shyness ..it's all so darn sweet and fascinating to me.  This is another group of photographs from this  weekend mini's. My love of photography at it's core is a love of history and storytelling. Visually preserving family history, with the goal of my images becoming heirloom treasures to pass down. I used to spend hours at my Grandmother's viewing old albums. It's one of my favorite memories with my Grandmother. While I do have all my images cyber stored, I always include prints in my packages because you need the print. I believe in the power of the tangible. Frame it, stick it on the fridge, paste it in a baby book. There is nothing digital that compares to an actual printed photograph. Can you even handle the baby blues and the knitted dresses.


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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Meet the "A" Family







All of this because two people fell in love...amazes me every time. Four handsome little men. I did say FOUR...I'm not scared ...ok well maybe a little... they were purposely my last session, just in case I needed the wiggle room. While Mom may feel differently this went SMOOTH. Believe me I know chaos, we're dear friends. It is my hope that this gift  of professional portraiture this Mom granted herself today warms her heart for years to come. Jamie Kaminski Photography is donating a portion of today's sessions fees to the Red Cross for Hurricane Sandy relief. It always strikes me after disasters that the common thread most weep about is the loss of precious photograph's. Photo's truly are treasures whose value grows with time. Rest assured I have them backed up in cyber space.

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Monday, November 12, 2012

Sneak Peek for M & I





I knew when I took these two images I was not going to be able to wait for a proper blog post to share.
Ask my husband... I am not good at waiting...for anything really. 
M & I you were radiant yesterday. 
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Sunday, October 28, 2012

Mini Holiday Portrait Sessions

  Holiday Mini's
wear your hats &  scarves




When:
Saturday November 17, rain date 18 , 1:00- 4:00

Where:

Bear Mountain State Park

Details:
Each group will be photographed for 20-25 minutes. (Groups limited to 5 members only, larger groups email for details).
(2) digital downloads and (2) 5x7 images of your choice. 
Your gallery should include aprx 10-15 images 
Holiday bonus...repeat clients get an extra 5 x7 image



Help those in need after Hurricane Sandy...
bring baby wipes, formula or diapers etc and receive an extra 5x7 image. 

Also Jamie Kaminski Photography will be donating 20% of session fee to the Red Cross.

Investment:
$130 per group

Reserve your session:
To reserve a space please email me via Jamie Kaminski Photography on Face Book 
or jamiekaminski@mac.com
 The $130 session fee is due in full prior to secure your space and is non refundable. 
 In the event that you are unable to attend you will be credited for a future session to be used within the next consecutive 6 months 
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Saturday, October 20, 2012

Super Mini's.. a preview






Well these were super mini's...The obscure location& super young age of my beautiful models made this shoot go fasssssssssssst. I love that I have clients that are up for my off beat locations! Thank you for finding your way and coming out today!


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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Forbidden fruit with my guys









I needed this family day. I have been working so much this fall and for that I am truly grateful BUT I needed to play! Picking the  forbidden fruit with my men was the recharge I craved.  Quaid (the little one) kept dropping the apples on my husband's head. For a little man of few words he's SO loud. I can hear him yelling in the last pictures. As usual Gavin was super enthusiastic and enjoyed playing apple catch...minus the catch he may have inherited some of my athleticism...we shall see. While photography never feels like work to me..this pause helped me remember why I run around like a maniac. These are the three guys that have stolen my heart.


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Monday, October 15, 2012

My FIRST Bah Mitzvah



















I have to admit I was a little nervous to take this on. This assignment required a little home work for me, but I love new experiences and the teacher in me didn't mind the homework. Photographs are not permitted  in the Temple, however upon arriving I was granted permission to climb up a set of back stairs to snap a quick picture. I felt like Spider Man ....as a photographer I never question when someone just grants me access.. I just take it with a thank you. Out of respect for the thoughtful traditions (and my Irish Catholic fear spinning in my head that I might be breaking the rules) the rest of the images came after the ceremony. I was immediately impressed with the courage and dedication it takes to reach this coming of age ceremony. "B" had to sing if front of everyone in Hebrew, read etc...I kept wondering what does the introverted Jewish kid do?...This must me daunting... "B" handled this with a grace and ease beyond his years. The Rabbi had a tree planted in his honor, so we had to go outside and capture some of this great October foliage to nod to that kind gesture. At the venue, I witnessed several different traditions, involving prayer, bread, dance and wine....ok wine this one I know! His theme was music and "B and his band even played a few songs. His sister also took the microphone and wowed the crowd. A video streamed of Ben's life and his parents radiated with pride...why shouldn't they? This is one great young man! While I hope you stay forever young, congratulations on your entry into manhood...keep doing it with your natural, welcoming style!!! You are certainly WELL ABOVE AVERAGE! (Like Well Above Average on FaceBook)


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