In our world of photography, our Senior Class of 2011 has just now come to a close. What another great year that we have had photographing such an amazing group of young men and women! We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know each and every one of them. They are all so different, unique, and special in their own way. We feel very privileged that they gave us the opportunity to photograph them and capture them in a way that will be documented for life. We met dancers, cheerleaders, hunters, athletes, singers, musicians, a Salutatorian, and a Valedictorian. The one thing that they all had in common was that they are good citizens and they will succeed in life's journey. Thank you to all of our graduates. We wish you the best that life has to offer, so go get it !!
Now it is time for the Class of 2012 to start their Senior year. We are ready and so are they. They already have the "Go Getter" attitude because they have their appointments for their Portraits made and are anxious to start their last year. What will the Class of 2012 bring us? Our guess is, another GREAT group of young men and women who are unique, different, and confident enough to just be themselves. Follow Paul Douglas Studio and you too will get to meet the next group of great citizens from our area.
July 14, 2011
June 17, 2011
Congratulations Class of 2011
It is that time of year when a group of young men and women, who we refer to as Seniors, are experiencing a major milestone in their lives......Graduation.
It is times like these when we come to the realization of the importance of photographs in our lives. P.D.S has partnered with a Senior Class and will present a video montage for their family, friends, and classmates to view and enjoy at their class night ceremony.
The photographs collected by the Senior Class of 2011 will give them the opportunity to reflect back on the good times and help them to remember specific events or moments in time, that may have been forgotten.
This video will give the community a chance to get together and share a few laughs and possibly even shed a tear or two.
Paul Douglas Studio sincerely commends and congratulates each and every Senior from every school district in Chautauqua County on their final high school achievement.
It is times like these when we come to the realization of the importance of photographs in our lives. P.D.S has partnered with a Senior Class and will present a video montage for their family, friends, and classmates to view and enjoy at their class night ceremony.
The photographs collected by the Senior Class of 2011 will give them the opportunity to reflect back on the good times and help them to remember specific events or moments in time, that may have been forgotten.
This video will give the community a chance to get together and share a few laughs and possibly even shed a tear or two.
Paul Douglas Studio sincerely commends and congratulates each and every Senior from every school district in Chautauqua County on their final high school achievement.
March 14, 2011
On The Other Side
The other day at the studio Doug and I were testing our new lights and backdrops.
We needed a subject to stand in front of the camera, so I decided to take my turn.
Immediately I was concerned about my hair, what I was wearing, and how was I going to pose myself.
What do I do with my hands? Do I smile, or not? I felt awkward and a little embarrassed.
Wow, this is hard! Wait, why am I feeling this way, I work here!
I commented to Doug," Now I know how our clients must feel when they first come in."
Then I realized what the major difference for me was. I was not prepared for a photo session and
I didn't have the experienced support that is always given by us to our clients.
We schedule time to meet with our clients a head of time and ask them to bring in their wardrobe.
We provide them with suggestions on clothing options that will compliment their features and flatter their shapes.
As professionals, we utilize our experience and education when lighting a subject. This is another way to flatter our subject or create a specific mood for a portrait that we are creating.
We research poses and locations before our client arrives for their shoot.
During the shoot we spend time working with them on how to pose themselves and advise them on what they should be doing with their hands and etc.
We make them feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera and we give them the time it takes to shake off their nerves and/or embarrassment.
What amazes us the most is that our clients pull it off every time!
They become comfortable in front of the camera, they start to relax, and they end up enjoying their entire session because they see the great results that we, together, are achieving.
S0, the next time I am asked to stand in front of the camera, I can only hope that Paul Douglas Studio will be there to take my picture.
We needed a subject to stand in front of the camera, so I decided to take my turn.
Immediately I was concerned about my hair, what I was wearing, and how was I going to pose myself.
What do I do with my hands? Do I smile, or not? I felt awkward and a little embarrassed.
Wow, this is hard! Wait, why am I feeling this way, I work here!
I commented to Doug," Now I know how our clients must feel when they first come in."
Then I realized what the major difference for me was. I was not prepared for a photo session and
I didn't have the experienced support that is always given by us to our clients.
We schedule time to meet with our clients a head of time and ask them to bring in their wardrobe.
We provide them with suggestions on clothing options that will compliment their features and flatter their shapes.
As professionals, we utilize our experience and education when lighting a subject. This is another way to flatter our subject or create a specific mood for a portrait that we are creating.
We research poses and locations before our client arrives for their shoot.
During the shoot we spend time working with them on how to pose themselves and advise them on what they should be doing with their hands and etc.
We make them feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera and we give them the time it takes to shake off their nerves and/or embarrassment.
What amazes us the most is that our clients pull it off every time!
They become comfortable in front of the camera, they start to relax, and they end up enjoying their entire session because they see the great results that we, together, are achieving.
S0, the next time I am asked to stand in front of the camera, I can only hope that Paul Douglas Studio will be there to take my picture.
February 27, 2011
TECHNOLOGY AT IT'S BEST !
This App will provide you the quick access to Paul Douglas Studio with a scan. Keep a look out in the very, very near future for more listings that will be executed by PDS using this technology. This will allow any Smartphone, iPhone and iPod user to store our URL and follow our upcoming events that we will have regarding our studio.
This will enable our followers and clients to access our page quickly through this awesome technology.
Let us know what you think about this as the options are unlimited. Also, lets see how many others will follow PDS in using this method.
February 7, 2011
It's Hip To Be Square!!!!
One of the "hot sellers" in senior portrait products today,
is a portait that is SQUARE.
We are stepping out from the traditional sizes and looks!
We are now offering a new, modern, up to date wall portrait.
The square portrait, along with other sizes, are now available in a Float Wrap.
The print is protected with a laminate and padding is added between the print and the masonite to give the front of the Float Wrap a raised, elegant look and feel.
The back of the Float Wrap is complete with black paper backing and a black 3/4" thick gator board block that allows the float wrap to extend out from the wall.
Before and After
What can PDS offer you that a variety of other photographers can't?
We have the skill, knowledge, and technology to see beyond.
Here is an example of an image, that was taken in our studio, of a two year old girl. An image of an old door that we found in an alley was used as a backdrop. Old pieces of wallpaper were used as the texture and design element that was added to the chair. A digital matting was created and placed around the image and a few girlie swirls were used to embellish the print.
This allowed us the ability to provide our client with a wall portrait that was unique and adorable.
Hence the portrait name..... A "door" able
We have the skill, knowledge, and technology to see beyond.
Here is an example of an image, that was taken in our studio, of a two year old girl. An image of an old door that we found in an alley was used as a backdrop. Old pieces of wallpaper were used as the texture and design element that was added to the chair. A digital matting was created and placed around the image and a few girlie swirls were used to embellish the print.
This allowed us the ability to provide our client with a wall portrait that was unique and adorable.
Hence the portrait name..... A "door" able
BEFORE
The Evolution of the "Family Portrait"
Family portraits have evolved into something more than just a "stacking"of family members in a standing or sitting position! Our families took the time to meet with us and they shared a little about who they are. With that information we were able to create a variety of amazing wall portraits.
We, along with our clients, had a great time!
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