Brother and Sister @ the Pumpkin Patch | Clarks Summit Family Photographer NEPA

Originally, this family wasn't going to be able to make our mini sessions at Roba's due to their vacation.  Then, due to rain, we had to reschedule and they WERE able to make it.  :)  It was so nice to see these two again!  They braved the wind and cold to hang with me for a few shots.  And I hear they took home a some pumpkins :)

A Photographer and her babies | NEPA family photographer

I had the great pleasure of taking some mommy and me photos for a very talented photographer, Kristine Kraft of Kristine Kraft Photography.  She made quite the drive from Lancaster with her 3 daughters.  They are all beautiful and they were such troopers on that chilly windy day at Roba Family Farms.  But we did get a few good ones ;)  Hopefully I will get a chance to work with them again some time (in better conditions).

A mommy and me fall mini | Clarks Summit Honesdale Scranton Family Photographer

I was so excited to meet THE Adalyn!  Oh and her mom too (hehe).  My first thought when I met them... beautiful.  My second, oh boy I wish I had my ladder.  LOL Erin is so tall.  (For those who haven't met me, I'm all of 5'1" so almost anyone is taller, lol.)

It was a cold and windy day at Roba Family Farms in Dalton, PA.  But we made it through.  It wasn't raining!  It was great meeting Erin and Adalyn and I can't wait to see them again.  Make sure you check out her shop.

Here is a peek into their session. :)

 I love this last one.  They were singing together. :)

Couple Session | Honesdale, PA | Scranton Wilkes Barre Portrait Photographer

Couples sessions are not just for engagements or 50th anniversaries!  Celebrate your love and capture it.  I'm really trying to promote couples portraits.  If you have kids or not.  Married or not.  It's so important to stop and have portraits done of you and your loved one.  

This couple has been married for 3 years and they have a beautiful home and 2 energetic dogs.  :)  I'm so happy they had this session.  They will now have these beautiful portraits to look back on for years to come! 

So here is a little peek into an old friend's session.  I hope they had fun and enjoyed the experience.  They are a beautiful couple and it was so wonderful to see an old friend again.  I have to say, I LOVE that photography has helped me bump into people from my past.  It's been so great seeing so many faces again.  And meeting their families.  I really hope to stay in touch with them all.

Fall Wedding Photographer | The Poconos | Scranton Wilkes Barre Honesdale Clarks Summit PA

Over the weekend I was able to 2nd shoot another gorgeous wedding with Laura Marie Imagery.  This one was held in Springfield, PA.  It was a GORGEOUS day!!  Here is a quick peek at their Fall Wedding.  I know this is not as much as I normally share.  Keep in mind as a 2nd shooter I have no editing obligation.  I just enjoy editing and sharing with everyone what I'm doing.  But when I get really busy with my other clients (and my family lol), I just can't edit as many.  If you hire me as your primary wedding photographer, have no fear, you will have plenty to choose from ;-)

Valentine's Boudoir Marathon Jan. 8, 2012 | Scranton Wilkes Barre Boudoir Photographer

CHECK OUT MY BOUDOIR BLOG FOR SAMPLES OF WORK.

http://crystalsatrianoboudoir.blogspot.com/

I am going to arrange a Second Boudoir Marathon for January 8, 2012 .  So if you are looking for a unique Valentine's gift for your significant other (and let's face it, you too), this is a GREAT idea!  All albums will be completed in time for Valentine's Day.  Also make great Anniversary, Birthday, & Groom's gifts!  There will also be a hair/makeup stylist available at no extra charge.  I will pay for the hotel room.  We must have all commitments by November 1, 2011. I do not want to leave clients who are committed hanging to see if we get enough people.

This marathon offers a great value.  Outside a marathon, client would have to cover hotel charges themselves and there would be an added charge for hair/makeup.  Clients also receive additional discounts on packages for the marathon.  

Each session will be held back to back.  Each client will receive a 1 1/2 hour time slot for their session.  This will include hair/makeup, changing and shooting time.  Each client will receive a proofing gallery of 20-25 images.  There are no session fees.  The packages below are all inclusive.  Additional items may be purchased outside of the packages if client chooses.

Clients willing to sign a model release allowing me to use their images for marketing will receive $50 off any package that they choose.  I respect my client's privacy.  At this point in time, I only post images in a password protected gallery.  But I may want to use images for print or promotion.  I will always double check this with my clients prior to doing so.

Packages:

Album Package: Regular Price $450, Marathon Price $355 (only $305 with  model release)

Includes:

- 1 1/2 hour session

- professional editing and retouching of 20-25 images for proofing

- hair styling and makeup application available at no extra charge

- 5x5 leather, 10 page album which will include up to 20 images from your session

Digital Package: Regular Price $700, Marathon Price $580 (only $530 with model release)

Includes:

- 1 1/2 hour session

- professional editing and retouching of 20-25 images for proofing

- hair styling and makeup application available at no extra charge

- all images from gallery on a disc with printing release up to size 8x10

Digital + Album Package: Regular Price $1000, Marathon Price $755 (only $705 with model release)

Includes:

- 1 1/2 hour session

- professional editing and retouching of 20-25 images for proofing

- hair styling and makeup application available at no extra charge

- 8x8 leather, 10 page album which will include up to 30 images from your session

- all images from gallery on a disc with printing release up to size 8x10

All pricing subject to PA 6% sales tax.

I must have 4 participants to have the marathon.  That's all the space I have so don't wait if you'd like to book.  Contact Crystal to reserve your spot today!  (570) 991-3001 or crystal@crystalsatrianophotography.com 

Payments:

$100 is due to book your slot.  This is only refundable if I do not get at least 4 people to book.  

Balance is due by December 1, 2011.  You are welcome to send this in installments prior to December 1, 2011.

Total Package Price is considered your retainer.  If you do not show up for the session or cancel after December 1, 2011, you will forfeit the entire amount.  Client understands that by booking this slot, photographer is holding a spot that may not be able to be filled.  If you find someone to fill your slot, that is allowed.  Once I receive payment from that person, you will be refunded.

Cancellation & Policies:

Due to the unique nature of this event, cancellations will forfeit their $100 if cancelled prior to December 1, 2011.  If client fails to pay the amount that is due on December 1, 2011, their place may be filled by someone else and they will lose their slot and $100.

If you need to cancel but have someone to fill your place, you will be refunded once payment has cleared from replacement client.  

For more details and if you have questions, please contact Crystal.

Beach Wedding | Scranton Wilkes Barre Wedding Photographer | NEPA | New Jersey

Are you so excited??  I mean, a BEACH wedding!  I was soooooo excited.  At the same time, so nervous.  I mean, it's the beach.  Beach weddings can be a photographer's worst nightmare.  No shade, just harsh light.  But Friday night, as I was driving to Long Beach Island, New Jersey, in what seemed like a hurricane (though it wasn't), I was more concerned about rain.  RAIN was in the forecast :(  Oh no, my only beach wedding this year and it would be rained out... so sad.  But Saturday came and the sky was GORGEOUS!!!  Perfect cloudy day.  NO RAIN!!!!  I was so happy for the bride and groom because they were able to enjoy their day on the beach, the way they intended.

Now, these are not my clients.  A photographer friend of mine (Shoshana Vitale of Sho-tography) asked me to shoot with her.  This family is practically her family.  And I can see why.  They are truly a huge group of amazing!  They were so kind to me and welcomed me as practically one of the family although they had never met me.  Super sweet and amazing couple.  And their daughter's, beautiful, warm and fun as well!  It was a great time.

Ok I know, you want me to stop rambling and get on with the show, right?? Well, I'm sorry to say I had a VERY hard time choosing so this is going to be a long post (sorry if it takes awhile to load) but it's worth it for sure!!  I hope I get the chance to shoot a wedding at a beach again!

The Bride was given away by her beautiful twin daughters.

 When the Groom saw his Bride all he kept saying was "Beautiful. Gorgeous."  If I flip my pictures fast enough I can see the words he is saying :)

 Honestly, it was so loud and I was so far, I couldn't hear what they were saying.  But boy do I wish I could've heard!!

 This was such a fantastic idea!  They had a sand ceremony where they and each of their 2 daughters poured a vile of sand into a heart shaped jar.  This signified joining their two families together.  Just beautiful!

 They threw quarters into the ocean. :)

 One of my favorite things is catching the Bride and Groom stealing a moment together when things have calmed and slowed down. 

Ok that's it for now!  Thank you if you made it this far.  Again, apologies for the large share, I couldn't help myself.  :)  Thanks again to Shoshana for having me come along.