Photography | KristeenMarie Photography

I’ve made the switch to USB drives!

June 19, 2013 By kristeenmarie 1 Comment

I’ve got some exciting news. Now, instead of delivering digital files to my clients via DVD my clients will receive their files on a fun USB drive. There are a few reasons why I made the switch so let me explain…

Branding – They match my new branding so much better than the DVDs. The new USB drives are super cute and my client’s love receiving them. I’ve been using them for the last month and just about every client writes me a note about how much they love their USB drive after they receive it.
Compatibility – Thanks to our friends at Apple, not all computers these days have a DVD drive. Good news is that all computers have USB drives.
Durability – The flash drive is less likely to get scratched or damaged. That being said, I still recommend that you back up your flash drive.
Speed – It’s much quicker for me to package up and store all your digital files on a USB drive. This means my clients get their images quicker!

Now that I’ve told you all about the flash drives and how great they are let me give you a few tips on printing and long term storage for after you receive your USB drive.

Printing – Use a professional printer to have your images printed! It would be silly to have pay for beautiful professional pictures and then take them to Wal-Mart to have them printed. You have a few options to get professionally printed images:

You can upload your images from your USB drive to Mpix.com. They are a great printing company and you will get professionally printed images.
Every client also gets a link to an online proofing gallery. You can print your images right though that gallery and you will also receive professionally printed image.
Kristeen also works with a number of professional printers and offers canvases and coffee table albums. Contact her to request more information about pricing and options for either of these two products.

Storage – Once you receive your USB drive it is important to back it up. Nothing lasts forever.

I’m super excited for more clients to receive their USB drives! I hope you love them as much as I do.

If you are looking for an Indianapolis photographer be sure to contact KristeenMaire Photography today!

usb with logo for photography

Filed Under: Marketing, Photography

A Little Learning and Lots of Laughter

January 30, 2013 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

One of my goals for 2013 is to continue learn as much as I can in regards to photography. So this year I have a couple workshops and mentoring sessions planned. The first stop for the year was with Jen Sherrick Photography. Jen was amazing – she opened up her business, heart, and shooting style to me. The session started at Starbucks with a little one-on-one time and then she took me to a client’s home for a shoot. I love how she gets her subject to look so natural in front of the camera! The session was a blast. Everyone was laughing and smiling for an hour throughout the whole session! There are no cheesy posted pictures here…

Thanks so much Jen for all your kind worlds, support, for letting me follow you around! You Rock! <3

Filed Under: lifestyle, Photography

Let’s keep in touch!

January 23, 2013 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

It’s official – I’m launching a email newsletter. I plan on sending out an email every couple months (don’t worry – no constant spamming) to keep my subscribers updated on KristeenMaire Photography. Be sure to subscribe below so that you are the first to know about promotions, events, and business updates!

It would mean a lot to me if you filled out the form below. Don’t be shy!

Filed Under: Personal, Photography

Baby Sloan – Brownsburg, IN Newborn Photographer

January 13, 2013 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

In the last week I’ve photographed 5 newborn little girls – this is the last of the of the 5. Meet Sloan. She was such a sweetheart! She was a little over a week old and had a full head of hair.

Are you looking for a newborn photographer in Brownsburg, IN?

If so, KristeenMarie Photography offers in-home newborn photography.
She is based out of Indianapolis and travels over central Indiana for newborn photography.

Filed Under: Brownsburg, Children, Newborn, Photography

Payton is Pretty in Purple – Westfiled, IN Newborn Photography

January 6, 2013 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

Meet ten day young Payton. This little lady is a cutie! I still can’t get over her sweet little lips.

Payton and her beautiful mother…

The whole family…

Payton has a nursery fit for a princess!
I’m pretty sure if I could have picked my own nursery, this is what it would have looked like : )

These ones are my favorites…

Are you looking for a Westfield, IN newborn photographer? If so, KristeenMare Photography offers in-home newborn photography and she travels to Westfiled and surrounding areas! Kristeen is an Indianapolis based photographer. Be sure to contact her if you are expecting a new little one!

Filed Under: Carmel Indiana Newborn Photography, Children, First Year Milestone Session, Indiana, Newborn, Photography, Westfield Indiana

Happy New Year & Thank YOU from your Favorite Indianapolis Photographer

January 1, 2013 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

Wow – what a year! A lot has changed in the last year – I got a new job, I moved, and my photography business took off!

I just counted, and in 2012 I did 76 shoots (that includes weddings)! Just to put that into perspective that is an average of almost 1.5 shoots per week. My work was also published in 8 different publications! Did I mention I also have a full-time (non-photography related) job?

The goal here is not to toot my own horn, but to say THANK YOU to all my wonderful clients out there. KristeenMarie Photography wouldn’t be where it is with out every single one of my clients. I appreciate all of your support, kind words, and most of all your business.

While 2012 was amazing I’m excited to say that it looks like 2013 has the potential to be even better. For 2013, I’ve already got 10 weddings on the calendar (I’m limiting my wedding schedule this year to only two wedding per month) and a handful of newborns. I’m also planning on putting a big focus on learning – I’m doing this through mentorships and workshops. I also see a re-branding in the near future. I couldn’t be more excited.

Alright, I’m done rambling. I’m going to leave you with two more things…

1 – Thank you, thank you, thank you to all my clients – past, present, and future! I can’t say this enough.
My Indianapolis photography business wouldn’t be what it is today without you!

2 – I can’t write a blog post and not put a few pictures in it! Here are a few out takes from 2012.

Filed Under: Personal, Photography

7 Days Young Ally – Fishers Indiana Newborn Photography

December 18, 2012 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

This little lady is a doll – I mean just look at her! She has some beautifully long hair and the most perfect little lips. This little lady’s name is Ally and she was 7 days old for her newborn photography session in Fishers, IN.

The cream backdrop goes perfectly with her dark hair and pink skin-tones…

We also took a moment to get some family pictures for Christmas cards. Could this family be any more gorgeous?!

Are you looking for a newborn photographer in Indianapolis?
Look no further… contact KristeenMarie Photography for more info about pricing and availability.

Filed Under: Children, Newborn, Photography

Sagamore Golf Club Family Pictures – Noblesville Family Photography

December 6, 2012 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

Meet the Huxford family. These guys are great! I can’t get enough of them.

We did their photo shoot at Sagamore Golf Club in Noblesville , IN. This location was important to this family as they spend a bit of time at Sagamore. JT (the Dad) loves to golf, Jordan (the little guy) takes golf lessons at Sagamore, and the whole family loves the weekly Sunday brunch.

I hope you enjoyed these family pictures!
If you are looking to have Noblesville family pictures taken be sure to contact KristeenMarie Photography.

Filed Under: Family, IN, Photography

A Christmas Baby Boy – Indianapolis Newborn Photography

December 4, 2012 By kristeenmarie 1 Comment

Meet 6 day young Judson.

He was a cutie and a sleeper! This mix leads to lots of adorable newborn pictures. We had lots of fun with Christmas props of all sorts. If this little guy doesn’t get you in the holiday spirit nothing will!!

The beautiful blue baby blanket was hand made by Judson’s grandmother.

We did take some non-Christmas pictures too…

I hope you enjoyed these Christmas newborn pictures as much as I enjoyed taking them.

Be sure to leave a comment below for Judson’s parents!

KristeenMarie Photography offers Indianapolis newborn photography. If you are looking to have your child photographed, but sure to contact Kristeen today!

Filed Under: Christmas, Newborn, Photography

Claire – Pink and Dainty – Indianapolis Newborn Photography

November 27, 2012 By kristeenmarie Leave a Comment

This sweet and dainty little angel is Claire. She has the pleasure of being the youngest newborn I’ve ever photographed at a whopping two days new! I don’t normally photograph babies this young (I prefer the baby to be between 4 and 14 days old), but I was getting ready to head out of town for two weeks and I had to get her in before I left! I’m so glad I did because she is just too precious!

These pictures were actually taken while mom and baby where still in the hospital. I had fun chatting with my sister who is a nurse on how to transform a hospital room into a studio. I would say it was pretty successful and the lighting in the hospital was perfect! Too bad I didn’t take a pull back shot. The set-up was a bit comical (but completely safe, I assure you).