Alisa Lynn Photography

So, after I was reminiscing through photos of past clients, I’ve decided to do this again.  About 5 years ago, I had a similar contest and was amazed by the stories that I received.   I have decided to do another give away to a deserving couple.  So here’s the deal- email me the story of a couple who really deserves free photography for their wedding.  If that person is you, then send in your own story!  You MUST attach a photo to the email. Send the email to: INFO@alisalynn.com and in the subject please note  Wedding Photography Giveaway.   Here’s some examples of what I will be looking for-A couple who has a wonderful or unique story or who has overcome great odds. A couple who is truly giving of themselves to others or any couple that stands out.  The couple must be getting married somewhere in the US in 2011.  If  I am already booked for the date, I’m sorry, there is only one of me, so I can only shoot one wedding per day =).   The couple must be willing to appear on the blog and have their story on the blog.   The winner will receive: -6 hours wedding day coverage -an online gallery, DVD of hi-res images with print release and a $250 print credit.

Please send entries NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 1, 2010 -The top three entries will be posted on the blog. The winner will be chosen by me and a group of judges and will be announced on December 19, 2010 (also my birthday plus it should be a happy little Christmas surprise for the winner)   So, spread the word, tell everyone you know, email this link out or nominate a deserving friend.  I can’t wait to read all of the entries!  Good luck!

I have always loved photographing high school seniors.  They are super fun and are always up for something different.  The only thing that is hard for me is that “senior season”  usually overlaps with “wedding season”.  In that I mean that most seniors want their photos done in the summer before their senior year and for wedding photographers, our busiest time is.. you guessed it summer.  This year, I really wanted to dive more into the senior market.. (no pun intended with the photo below.. or maybe it was)  When Bella asked me about photographing some senior photos, I am sure the smile on my face probably answered her before the words actually came out of my mouth.  I have known her since she was 13 and she has kept our kids, been a key component of our church youth group and overall is just a talented, gorgeous, fun person.  She is not afraid to make her own path and be happy doing it.  So, when I mentioned some underwater photos for round one of the senior session, she was more than up for trying it.  I will say that this is way harder than I ever could have imagined but oh. my. gosh. we had a blast.  We laughed as much or more as we shot.  Here are a few things that we learned from this session-

1.  You really have to be super creative to stay underwater.  The best trick for holding me down so that I could photograph = my studio partner standing on top of me to hold me under. Don’t worry, we discussed any issues of anger or unforgivingness before I asked her to hold me down. 

2.  Holding down the photographer with a pool brush is not so effective and quite awkward.  Picture yourself being speared like a fish.. 

3.  Communication underwater= very interesting

4.  If you lay on the bottom of the pool on your back, it looks like the ultimate FAIL and looks as if  you killed your  subject.  Future reference= skip that pose.

5.  Your photographer wearing blue, tinted goggles and a pink nose clip with non-waterproof mascara= scary!

6.  Having a beautiful model who can hold her breath, smile, keep her dress from floating up,  look at the camera and look amazing= success!

Can’t wait for round 2!  Here is one of my favorites from this session!