What defines a circus?

Not these kids! Even though their Mommy might disagree after this session...she actually wanted me to label her gallery name Circus :) It's always more stressful for the parents, and when you try for bigger family shots, that can amplify the chaos. But that's the great part about sessions here. We can take our time and let the kids go. Kids and babies like to do their own thing, and I love when I catch those shots that show exactly that...their little personalities. The one thing I love, is that the best images are not always the perfectly posed, smiling ones. The most honest ones make the most memorable. Sometimes it's a silly, scrunched up face, a wide open giggle, sweet little girls twirling around, showing off their new dress. Sometimes it's a genuine moment of sweetness from one sibling to the other. Whatever it is, it's real. And I'm here to get it all!
Irish twins... "I know we have the same thing, but yours looks better."

Spring Specials

Spring Print Package

8x10

2 5x7s

8 wallets

$40

20% off Print Purchase

Call (828) 736-1867 or email info@danacochranphotography.com to schedule a session.

50% off Session Disks!

Just a reminder that I will be archiving portrait sessions from 2009 and as a Thank You to all my 2009 clients, I want to give you guys a limited-time opportunity to purchase a disk with all session images at 50% off regular price. This disk will be available to purchase for $125. If you have more than one session, each additional session disk will be only $50. Please let me know if you want this disk before February 28, 2010. After this date, everything will be removed from my computer and archived to storage. Once a session has been archived, you will no longer be able to purchase prints from that session. You will, however, be able to purchase an archived disk at the full price of $250. If you didn't make an initial order from your session, you are not eligible for this offer. It's important to have digital copies of your images. This allows you to have access to them anytime you need prints or products. It's also a very significant keepsake that you can share and look back on for many years to come. Email me at dana@danacochranphotography.com or Call or Text at (828) 736-1867 if you are interested in purchasing a disk.
-DCP

Gallery Wraps

Wanted to post the gallery wrap I just got in. It's an 8x10 and these pics don't do it justice. They were GORGEOUS! I had to share them... They truly looked like painted art :)

Bennett's ONE!

Cutie-pie Bennett braved the snow and yucky weather to come celebrate turning ONE with me. Already a pro at walking, she was on the go! But most one year olds are, aren't they?! She is having a cupcake party, and the little polka dot dress made her look just like a little cupcake. I love polka dots! :)

Lynsey & Katie

My friend Stacy brought her two little girls for some Valentine/Birthday pics...they are growing up into little ladies for sure! Very sweet and cooperative, since they love hamming it up for the camera :)

Tiny Prints for you!

Dana Cochran Photography is partnering up with TinyPrints.com to provide you with photo cards, announcements and invitations for any occasion. Tiny Prints provide high quality products with chic, stylish designs. These products are a fun, new way to celebrate a special occasion. They also provide, (from Wedding Paper Divas-part of Tiny Prints) Wedding Invitations, Save the Dates and other products to help personalize your special day. Just click on the special link you see on the blog or in your client proof gallery and it will take you to the Tiny Prints website. There you can view, browse, and order cards. You can use any photo with these cards, but if you are interested in using images from your session, I can help you with that too!

Ways to order:

• Click on any link on danacochranphotography.com or the blog link to browse through all the card designs.
• If you want me to submit the order for you, just look through the website to pick out the card design you want. Then pick out an image, either from your gallery or one you can submit to me, and that's it! I do the rest for you!
• If you want to order on your own, but want me to submit the photo for you, you would complete the order process on TinyPrints.com, and then in the special instructions box, state in the box that your photographer will be submitting the photo for you. Send me your order number for reference, and I will get the image submitted for you!

Valentine's Day Cards

Love is in the air at Tiny Prints, and you are sure to fall for their charming new collection of Valentine's Day photo cards, Valentine's Day party invitations, Valentine's Day kids' cards, mint tins and more! Printed on either their eco-friendly recycled paper or the beautiful Signature cardstock, these exclusive designs offer the perfect way to celebrate with all your friends and loved ones. Send the kids off to school with their own set of special, customized kids' Valentine's Day cards and Valentine's Day stickers to share with all their friends. Then, drop a fun family photo into your favorite Valentine's Day photo card to spread your love with everyone on your mailing list, and don't forget to send your Valentine's Day party invitations with plenty of time for everyone to RSVP!

If you have any questions or what to place an order, contact me at info@danacochranphotography.com or (828) 736-1867.

-DCP

Addison...

Miss Addison came for her milestone month pics today. She has changed so much since her newborn session! Among those changes, she also has had her ears pierced! If she wasn't enjoying chewing on her fist, she was jibber-jabbering. I love hearing babies tell us like it is! So sweet...

James @ 6 months...

Little man came for his 6 month pics today. He was in a very good mood, laughing and smiling at his Mommy! We are keeping James and his family in our thoughts and prayers as next week he will undergo surgery to correct a condition he was born with, Craniosynostosis. What a special little guy, and a true blessing to me to be able to follow James and watch him grow and change throughout the first year of his life!

Makayla

I love this sweet girl's chubby cheeks! She was in such a good mood today, really showing her personality. We celebrated Makayla turning ONE with birthday pics and a cupcake smash. She was NOT thrilled about the icing so we got some funny expressions. Those expressions say it all on just what she thought of that cupcake. Love it!

2010 Preview...

2010 Preview of some upcoming changes:

• With a minimum $ print purchase, you will receive a complimentary disk with all the session images. You will be able to reprint images up to a 4x6 beautifully. This will be perfect for sharing with friends and family, making cards and announcements, and email/web use. It's important to have digital copies of your images. This allows you to have access to them anytime you need prints or products. It's also a very significant keepsake that you can share and look back on for many years to come.


• While the print prices will be increasing a bit, there will be a new order deadline policy taking effect. If you place your order by the order deadline, you will receive 15% off regular print pricing!


• The portrait session's structure is changing...there will now be 5 types of sessions. The Giggles sessions will be available for one child; the Hugs session will be available for siblings or One Family; the Kisses session will be available for couples and engagements;, the Bellies session will be available for the Mommy-to-be; and the Legacy session will be available for Extended Families. Sometimes sessions need to be more customized, depending on your familial structure. When you contact me to schedule a session, I will make sure we get the right session that fits your photography needs.


• Some new products that will be offered include Matboard mounting(prevents print wrinkling and adds support), Gallery Wraps(1.5" width stretcher frame, ready to hang-no frame needed), and Square prints ranging from 5x5 to 20x20.

Still working on more stuff but wanted to share a few... :) Have a great day!!

-D

In with the New! Some 2010 changes...

With the New Year comes new changes! For 2010, I will be updating the pricing as well as changing the structure of sessions. I want to give all my clients an opportunity to purchase prints at the 2009 pricing before the 2010 price increase takes effect. If you would like to purchase any prints at last year's price, please do so by January 31st. After that, everything will be updated to the 2010 pricing. I would say 'Blame the economy!', which is a very accurate statement, but I think everyone knows that is the reason, so it doesn't need to be reiterated over and over! :)

Also, I will be archiving portrait sessions from 2009 and as a Thank You to all my 2009 clients, I want to give you guys a limited-time opportunity to purchase a disk with all session images at 50% off regular price. This disk will be available to purchase for $125. If you have more than one session, each additional session disk will be only $50. Please let me know if you want this disk before February 28, 2010. After this date, everything will be removed from my computer and archived to storage. Once a session has been archived, you will no longer be able to purchase prints from that session. You will, however, be able to purchase an archived disk at the full price of $250. If you didn't make an initial order from your session, you are not eligible for this offer.

I'm continuing to work on some upcoming Winter and Valentine's Day specials, so keep checking back!

TTFN!
~D

Catching up to the New Year...

So I haven't blogged since November...I really want to go through each session individually because I have thoughts and favorites from each one. But because of my procrastination and overall slackness...I'm going to do a consolidation! There is no way I can NOT share my favorites from these sessions so as hard as it was, I tried to pick one of my favorites from each one. I know you guys enjoy scrolling through as I much as I enjoy taking them. I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas!

The King Family

Miss KAcaciaMadilyn Kael and Kagan Peyton and JaxonThe McFall Family The Gribble Family
The Cloer FamilyAllie
Haven Kaleb and Carter
The Craig FamilyMiss Reese Haven Cayden ParkerThe Webb Boys and DallasJoy Tracie and JohnLilyLyricSarah The Ammons Family Keep checking in for news and special offers in the New Year!