Ok, soooo...

i've been a terrible blogger.  i have tons of sessions i'd like to blog about... if only i magically could 

a.) create more time in the day or b.) clone three more me's. 

besides being my absolute busiest time of the year with all the holiday sessions, editing, printing and getting client cards out in a timely manner, i'm getting everything ready for my daughter's 16th bday next weekend (and her orchestra concert at the meyerson center on the same day), volunteering weekly on the the ptsa board and theatre guild at her school, making family plans for thanksgiving, and trying to get all my lines memorized for a play i'm in (yes, a play)... opening 2 weeks from now (not to mention dress rehearsals every night the week before).  a couple of months ago this all seemed doable.  


yeah, so ... what was i thinking!?

since i am now back down to 5 hours sleep a night i figure i am going to have to temporarily cut out some time consuming things.  the losers are ptsa duties and blogging.. at least for the next couple of weeks.  did you know that to blog one session takes about 2 hours?  having a custom made blog is pretty, but there are lots of extra steps to make a simple post. 

anyway, in case anyone was wondering why i haven't been posting... that's why.  but i'll try to sneak one in here and there.. even if its just pics.  that's what you really want to see anyway, right?  :)

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT {HUNTER}

My name is: Hunter K.

I go to school at: Central High School

My graduation date is: May 2010  

My favorite websites are: Facebook/MySpace

The magazines I always have to stop and look at in the grocery store are: People, OK

The last thing I ate was: ice cream

My dream job is: not sure yet

My biggest accomplishment is: graduating early
 

My current favorite band or song is: Taylor Swift

My favorite things in my closet are: my jeans

My favorite word is: whatever

In 10 years I see myself: married, job, kids

If I was on a deserted island the two things I would want to have with me are: my phone/ computer

My plans after graduation are: college

My favorite thing to do when I'm not at school is: hang with boyfriend/friends

I love Urban Photography (yes, shameless hype ;)) so unique, good quality

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT { HANNAH }

My name is: Hannah R.

I go to school at: Prestonwood Christian Academy

My graduation date is: May 2010

My favorite websites are: Facebook!

The magazines I always have to stop and look at in the grocery store are: People, US, Cosmo, Vogue, InStyle

The last thing I ate was: Cookies :)

My dream job is: interview hot athletes after games

My biggest accomplishment is: making it to my senior year

My current favorite band or song is: Britney Spears always makes me dance

The person I would most like to meet is: Tim Tebow

My favorite things in my closet are: any of my mini-skirts

My favorite word is: "you're hott"



In 10 years I see myself: having a hot fiance and living it up with him

If I was on a deserted island the two things I would want to have with me are: cell phone and laptop

My plans after graduation are: college

My favorite thing to do when I'm not at school is: shop, movies & go on dates

I love Urban Photography (yes, shameless hype ;)) because they have some hot pics!!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT {KAYLIE}

My name is: Kaylie P.

I go to school at: Marcus High School

My graduation date is: June 2010

My favorite websites are: Facebook, Freepeople, Topshop

The magazines I always have to stop and look at in the grocery store are: Teen Vogue, Vogue, People

The last thing I ate was: Laughing Cow cheese and crackers

My dream job is: to be a broadcast journalist

My biggest accomplishment is: performing at half time at a Dallas Mavericks game

My current favorite band or song is: Santigold and country music


The person I would most like to meet is: Rachel Zoe

My favorite things in my closet are: my tops and dresses

My favorite word is: "I died"

In 10 years I see myself: hopefully being a news anchor

If I was on a deserted island the two things I would want to have with me are: chapstick and my phone

My plans after graduation are: hopefully attending the University of Arkansas and study broadcasting

My favorite thing to do when I'm not at school is: shop and dance

I love Urban Photography (yes, shameless hype ;)) because: of the unique photographs

URBAN SENIORS! Workshop Update..

Hey fellow photogs!  I've been getting loads of emails about the 'URBAN SENIORS!'  Super Monday workshop...  Thank you so much for your interest!  

The class filled up very early so we bumped up the limit to take a few more, but soon after, reached maximum capacity.  I'm receiving disappointed emails because of this and totally understand the frustration... so I will be holding another workshop on my own!  Yay!   

So if you weren't able to get into this one, please stay tuned for info on the next one.  I'm not sure when it will be... Fall is a very busy time for all of us, but I am looking at a possible November date.  January may be option #2.  Since it will not be through PPA, you will contact me directly to register...  I will post the info (as soon as I get it) on the blog, so click the little link at the top, "get the loft by email" so you don't miss out!

Again, I thank ALL of you for your very nice emails and hope we get together soon!!  :)

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT { CHELSEA }

My name is: Chelsea P.

I go to school at: Crowley High

My graduation date is: June 1st 2010

My favorite websites are: MySpace :) & Google

The magazine(s)I always have to stop and look at in the grocery store are: US Weekly and People

The last thing I ate was: peanut butter & banana sandwich

My dream job is: a teacher

My biggest accomplishment is: 06/01/10 when i graduate high school

My current favorite band:  boys 2 men :)

The person I would most like to meet is: Bill Cosby

My favorite items in my closet are: my shoes

My favorite word is: dude.



In 10 years I see myself: being a teacher and married with kids

If I were on a deserted island the two things I would have to have with me are: my boyfriend and my cell phone

My plans after graduation are: attend college to be a teacher

My favorite thing to do when I'm not at school is:  sleep

I love Urban Photography because (yes, shameless hype): not your "cookie-cutter" photographer!

www.urbanseniorsphoto.com

DART green line is open in Dallas!

Yay!  so what does that mean for me?  Direct transportation to our studio!  that's right.. hop on the green line and get off at the Fair Park Station... walk two blocks and you're at our studio door.  Apparently there was a big celebration Sat. at the new stations.. which would explain why I saw two arbitrary green balloons bouncing down the wet sidewalk today.

Dallas DART | Fair Park Station

Easy and green. 
(green pun wasn't intended, but now that i wrote it.. yes, yes it is.  maybe that could be their tagline for promotional purposes: "go green on the green line"  or  "being green is easier with the green line".. ok I'll just shut up now..) 

:-)

Models needed!

Hey gorgeous!  I need you.  

 

I am teaching a workshop on High School Senior Photography and I need models!  You don't HAVE to be a senior, but you need to look like one.  If you're 17-19 years old, you qualify! It is a school day (monday), but although you're missing school, you won't be missing out on a great opportunity... FREE PICTURES!  WHoo hoo!

 

So here's the deal...

the PPA workshop is from 9-5, Monday Oct. 26th 

I will be walking through a typical senior session from choosing your wardrobe to shooting.  There will be about 15 other photogs shooting along with me so you can't be super shy!

In return I will give you any pics I take of you along with 5 images from any other photog that shoots you (maybe more).

I will also provide lunch, snacks and drinks.

 

It will be tons of fun and you'll get some awesome pictures!

So ask mom if you can play hooky that day.. I know you want to...

Just email me for additional details!

leslie@urbanphotosite.com

Holiday Quick Pics Info!

Our spots are already getting filled up, so book your session as soon as possible to make sure you get one!  :)

*All sessions will take place at our studio, either inside or outside.  We will determine what will be best for each session upon your arrival.  The total cost with tax is $162.38 which includes a 30 minute session and 24 custom holiday cards. Additional cards and prints are available a la carte.  There is a $300 minimum print order. 

calling all photographers..

to Super Monday!  On Oct. 26th, I will be teaching a workshop through Professional Photographers of America on the high-energy world of senior photography.  Whether you want to break into the senior market or get some fresh ideas... this is a workshop you don't want to miss!

 

Register through PPA by phone at the number above or register online here: www.ppa.com/education-events/sm.php  

Contact us for any questions you have!  :)

oh, summer, summer..

how i love thee.  but all good things must come to an end (so they say).  and what a good thing it has been.  i went MIA for awhile to truly enjoy it... but it's over, school has begun and here i am.  rested and eager to get back in the full swing of things.  i have lots of things to blog about, but this blog will be a tribute to summer... well, my summer.  :)  it was rough in the beginning when my grandmother passed.. but ultimately it turned out to be a great summer.

{summer 2009}

june-  my mom, daughter and i took a girls trip to Disney World.  here's a few fun snapshots..

although my mom was hiding behind Taylor and I on the back row.. she ended up being the wet one! 
(i'm not sure if i'm laughing from the ride or at the dork sitting in front of me..)

Tbird and mom at downtown disney

doesn't MK castle looks kinda creepy at night? 

animal kingdom..tree of life

epcot! day and night...

july- taylor spent a week at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) taking animation and a film class...

T in her dorm room at scad...

us at her showcase and reception...(please no comments about how much taller she is than me).. oy.  :)

while the kid was filmakin' and animatin'.. i got the big camera out and spent the week sightseeing around the beautiful city of Savannah...

Forsyth Park
  

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist 

Bonaventure Cemetery (made famous by Midnight at the Garden of Good and Evil)

We ended the trip with a couple of days on Tybee Island.. (Miley Cyrus was filming there, but unfortunately we didn't see any of the action..)

the cute little cottage we rented

 

pretty beaches..

 

so there's a few of my summer highlights.. the best part was getting to spend so much quality time with the important girls in my life.  i dearly love all of my family and every special moment we get to share.  

I hope all of you had memorable summers as well... if so, leave a comment and tell me about it!  If not, you still have this weekend...  :)

Senior 09 Tribute Video 1

Hey, hope everyone has been having a great summer! 
I certainly have (more details to come on that subject)! 

Anyway.. my "kids" are all going off to college, joining sororities and cheer squads and whatnot.. so here's a little tribute video to them..with more to follow!  

quick update..

the shortest version..  

went out-of-town for a few days for a break with the kiddo..

planned on working some but ... 

laptop decided to die.. 

grandma was sent to hospital in ambulance..

and was out of state.

returned today..

grandma's ok..

laptop fixed..

back to work tomorrow!

 :)

SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS { KAT + JORDAN }

{ KAT J. }

{ JORDAN B. }