Mr. C's Photography | Longview, WA

Family Holiday Special

Published November 17th, 2009 by Mr. C's

Join us this Holiday Season for our Family Holiday Special! Book this Holiday Season and receive our Special Holiday Package price. The package includes a Free Session, 5 poses, (5) 8×10’s, (8) Wallets, and (24) Custom Christmas Cards for $280. That’s over $55 in savings!

*You may substitute an 8×10 for (2) 5×7’s or (2) 4×5’s to meet your needs.

Categorized In: family | holiday | special

Children's Holiday Special

Published November 17th, 2009 by Mr. C's

Join us this Holiday Season for our Children’s Holiday Special! Book this Holiday Season and receive our Special Holiday Package price. The package includes a Free Session, 5 poses, (2) 8×10’s, (1) 5×7, (2) 4×6’s, (8) Wallets, (25) Slimlines, and unlimited borders for $109. That’s over $40 in savings!

Categorized In: children | holiday | special

June Flower Fairy Portraits

Published November 17th, 2009 by Mr. C's

We introduced our ‘Limited Edition Children’s Portraiture’ in June with our Flower Fairies! We has so many amazing little girls that were transformed into the perfect flower fairies. Thanks to all that came out for this FUN portrait shoot and can’t wait to see you at our upcoming ‘Down at the Dock’. Check out our Specials page to find out more and how to get your session FREE. We plan on having our ‘Limited Editions’ approximately every 3 months. Sign up for our newsletter on our website contact page and we will send you the information as soon as it becomes available.

Visit Santa at Mr. C's Photography

Published October 31st, 2009 by Mr. C's

This Holiday season capture the warmth and magic of Christmas with our Limited Edition Santa Portraitures! We have created a Christmas inspired set that will capture the wonderful memories of this Holiday Season for 2009 and years to come.

Join Us December 11th and 12th to visit with Santa! Also help us Support CASA by bringing an unwrapped gift to receive your Free Session. Packages start at $19.95 and sessions are filing up fast.

Limited Sessions are available ~ 360.577.0393

What to Expect Guide: Children Sessions

Published October 7th, 2009 by Mr. C's

Meet Your Photographer

Whendie Champ, Children’s Portrait Artist | Whendie has photographed children of all ages for 16 years. Children’s photography is her passion and capturing the true personality of a child. A veteran to children’s portraiture, her style can be described as whimsical, simple and natural, yet captivating. As Whendie progressed in her career, she realized how fond she was of photographing babies growing from newborns to toddlers. Her love for these little ones is apparent in all her work and capturing those precious years in our Miracle of Me Plan. Whendie prides herself in capturing the little moments in a child’s life and telling a life story through each foot, finger, eyes, the perfect smile, and finally the independence of walking.

A typical session | Although most clients bring their babies to Mr. C’s Photography where the light is consistent and all the props are close at hand, we do hold sessions on location as well as in the comfort of the client’s home. Most parents can expect a session to last between 30 minutes to an hour depending on the comfort level of the child. In a Newborn Session, we take care in providing plenty of time for feedings, soothing and a variety of poses and set ups for your baby’s unique gallery of images. We try our best to create a peaceful environment where a child can feel at home and relax. If this is your first time visiting us, bring your child in a few days prior to your session to familiarize them with the shooting rooms, your photographer, and the staff.

The Gallery & Client Viewing | Approximately 5 to 7 days after your session, you will come in for a Viewing Appointment. At the appointment you will be able to view all the images from your session and place an order. At this appointment we will review all of our packages, specials, and options available to you. Also after the Viewing Appointment you will be able to view all your images on-line. At the time of your appointment you will be given your password and instructions on how to access the images. A link can also be e-mailed to you. Feel free to pass this link along to anyone who may be interested in viewing your portraits. This will allow you, your friends, and family members to view the images on-line. Also you can make your order at a later date after you view your images online.

What to Wear | You will want to avoid yellow or red clothing since young skin will reflect these colors making the baby look more yellow or red. Also we will remove the baby’s socks as soon as the session starts since most socks have elastic and will leave marks on the baby’s legs. We encourage you to bring multiple outfits to showcase your child’s many looks from playful to inquisitive. We suggest that you start with your favorite outfit, as children sometimes can tire quickly. For a newborn avoid collars or ruffles around the neck, or clothing that is large or too big. These outfits will take away from your child in his or her portraiture.

Props & Backgrounds | Please feel free to bring any props or toys. This will help our photographer bring out the personality of your child and personalize your session. Also these personal items may help calm and relax your child. If you would like a specific set-up, background or photo style, please let us know 48 hours in advance so that we can accommodate you. Also for ideas on props and backgrounds visit our website at www.mrcsphoto.com and view our children’s portfolio. We are always happy to set up a consultation with you so you can visit our studio and view our props and backgrounds. So be creative and let us help you develop a life story of your child that will be treasured for years to come.

Helpful Hints

-Do not schedule an appointment within 48 hours of vaccinations or shots.

-Schedule your appointment during the best time of day for your child (not during a nap time!).

-If your child is sick, re-schedule.

-If you want a specific set-up, background or photo style, please let us know 48 hours in advance so that we may accommodate you.

-If you are bringing multiple outfits, start with your favorite outfit. Children sometimes can tire quickly.

-Bring a special toy or treat. Sometimes this can help calm your child.

-If this is your first time visiting us, bring your child in a few days prior to your session to familiarize them with the shooting rooms, your photographer and the staff.

-Please bring props to personalize your session!

What to Expect Guide: 'Miracle of Me' 1 year Plan

Published October 6th, 2009 by Mr. C's

At no time in a child’s life will changes occur so rapidly as they do during childhood. In what seems like the blink of an eye, a tiny helpless bundle is transformed into an active, robust, and inquisitive youngster.

The “Miracle of Me” 1st Year Portrait Plan captures a child’s first changes and milestones: from birth to the independence of walking. This lovely portrait story can become the first chapter of a child’s Portrait History

Meet Your Photographer

Whendie Champ, Children’s Portrait Artist | Whendie has photographed children of all ages for 16 years. Children’s photography is her passion and capturing the true personality of a child. A veteran to children’s portraiture, her style can be described as whimsical, simple and natural, yet captivating. As Whendie progressed in her career, she realized how fond she was of photographing babies growing from newborns to toddlers. Her love for these little ones is apparent in all her work and capturing those precious years in our Miracle of Me Plan. Whendie prides herself in capturing the little moments in a child’s life and telling a life story through each foot, finger, eyes, the perfect smile, and finally the independence of walking.

“Miracle of Me” 1st Year Portrait Plan

Maternity Session | The Beginning
A woman’s pregnancy is one of the most special times in her life, and it should be enjoyed, celebrated, and remembered. Our Maternity Sessions are unique and memorable: whimsical, contemporary, or even traditional depending on your preferences and comfort level.

Newborn Session | Welcome to Life
This session captures the first moments of life. It is best to make this appointment when the child is 1 week to 4 weeks old. This is a perfect session for the sleeping baby and capturing little details of your baby’s toes, fingers, and everything special! Also this is a perfect session to have the newborn with mom and dad and other family members.

3 Month Session | Head Held Up
This first milestone occurs around three months, at which time the baby starts to hold its head up in the air while lying on its stomach. Also at about 3 months, your baby will start to exchange smiles with you. This is a reciprocal or social smile that is a genuine, joyful response to your smile, how wonderful! This session captures the new interactions that your baby has with the world around them.

6 Month Session | Sitting Up
The second milestone occurs around six months of age at which time the baby starts to sit up on its own. Appointments for this session should be made at 6 to 6 ½ months so the child can sit up on its own or with support. We never risk a child not being able to sit up on their own, so if your child is not ready to sit up on their own, we will take pictures with your hand supporting the child and remove your hand in the post-production process.

9 Month Session | Standing with Assistance
The third milestoneis normally around nine months at which time the baby will start to stand up while holding onto something with support. The baby’s personality is taking hold: silly or outgoing or quiet and thoughtful, their personality will be captures during this session. This appointment should be made at 9 to 10 months to insure that the child’s muscles are developed enough to stand with support.

1 Year Session | Standing & Independence
The fourth and final milestone is when the baby just starts to walk which usually occurs at twelve to 13 months. Still a baby, but emerging as a robust and inquisitive child who is ready to meet the world! Also at this special milestone, we encourage parents to bring in a 1-year birthday cake. The cake is used in the session and allows you to capture the joyful moments of your child’s first birthday.