CRAVE Book Project

Wow. I am floored by how long it's been since I've blogged.

But I have a good reason.

I've been completely engrossed in the most fabulous project. I've been shooting smart, savvy, super-fun women business owners all over the Twin Cities for the 2nd edition of CRAVE Mpls/St Paul - the trendy coffee table book / city guide to women owned businesses in the Twin Cities.




Keep an eye out! It'll be released in mid November, just in time to give as Christmas gifts to your best gal pals.



The pictures are a big secret until our launch party, but I've been given permission to sneak peak a few... I put these up on facebook awhile back, but apparently they didn't make it to the blog yet...








Curious about the book? I believe there's still about one week and a few spots left if you're interested in being featured... check it out: CRAVE ONLINE.

Senior Picture "Summer Sizzler" Special! {shopping spree + girlie wall art}

Ahh... summer. If you're a teen girl (ready to take on your Senior year no-less, but not quite ready for summer to end), your wish list this summer may very well include:
-a great swimsuit
-lipgloss that lasts
-and Senior Pictures that show off your summer tan

No worries, we've got you covered! -- though you're on your own for the swimsuit shopping. ;)

Introducing our Girls-Only "Summer Sizzler" - a Senior Picture special that includes a beauty shopping spree & delightfully-designer wall art for your fashion-forward bedroom wall.

It's simple: Book your regular priced Senior Picture session to take place in July or August 2011 and receive a $40 mark beauty Gift Certificate* & an 8x10 signature print from your session with our "be strong - inspirational text" design! (sample shown here)



Shoot us an email at featherbluestudios@juno.com or call 651.489.8281 to book your session now! Questions? Happy to help as always. :)

Not familiar with the fresh, modern photography style of Feather Blue Studios? Check out "The Senior Scene" {modern Senior Pictures} on the Feather Blue website to see and read more: www.featherbluestudios.com

*Special not valid with any other offers. Bonus gifts available once session is paid in full. Mark beauty gift certificate to be redeemed through Feather Blue Studios between shoot date and image ordering date.

July & August child/family shoot SPECIAL! (Como Town passes!)

If you're going to invest in stunning portrait art of your kids or family, why not make a day of it? Not a full day of having your photos taken of course (I hear dads moaning already), but a full day of fun for your family!


Being located in the beautiful Como Park neighborhood has a few distinct advantages... (Being within a mile of zebras and giraffe's does not come without it's perks!) In addition to the beauty of the Como lake and park area, a great place to capture beautiful portrait art, the Como Zoo and Como Town amusement park make great fun for families, especially those with young children.

Which brings me to the one and only studio SUMMER SPECIAL!

Book a full price child or family session to take place July or August 2011 and receive 2 FREE Como Town UNLIMITED RIDE WRISTBANDS!*

Enjoy some family fun the day of your shoot or visit Como Town and the Como Zoo on the day of your choice!


*Details: A $50 deposit must accompany your booking to reserve a shoot date, with balance due at session time. Valid for daytime or evening sessions ($135 or $165 full price). Como Town passes will be available at the time of your shoot or within one week before if balance is paid in full.

Not valid with any other discounts, credits, gift certificates, or with previously reserved sessions. Two passes will include two children's passes or one adult and one child pass based on preference.

Session may take place in-studio or outdoors. Sessions are allotted approximately an hour and a half, with one or two outfits, for up to five people. Limited session times may be available.

So start planning your summer fun and book a session today! (Plus, beat the holiday rush and have your Christmas card photos ready by September!)

651.489.8281 ~ featherbluestudios@juno.com
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Feather Blue Studios is not affiliated with Como Town. Copyright of photos remains with Como Town and original photographer.

Summer Schedule...

I will confess, I am taking it easy... I LOVED our 100degree heat wave and am completely thrilled at the reality of summer. So you won't find any fancy newsletters, intensive events, or major studio undertakings for awhile (all though sometimes inspiration is known to strike at odd times). ;)


But I have made some scheduling decisions for the summer and thought it a good idea to share. With the kids out of school, summer camps planned, weekends accounted for, and desk cleaned, I can finally settle in to a new (temporary!) routine.

So as a flexible guideline, the summer schedule is as follows:
-Tuesdays: desk & editing days (best to catch me via phone!)
-Thursdays & Fridays: most shoots scheduled; some desk-time
-Wed or Thurs nights: various evening shoot availability
(some Monday evenings are possibilities too)

Keep in mind, summer days are long and late afternoon to evening light is GORGEOUS for outdoor shoots! Morning & mid-day shoots are great for studio-shoots and will work for outdoors, but not as ideal for on-location glory.

Summer is a great time for:
-Senior Pictures
-Child or Family Shoots at the Park
-Fashion Portfolio updating

Be in touch with questions or for booking times...
Cheers!
Shannon :)

Spring! (and studio stuff)

We're all aware that MN has been very unsure as to whether Spring is really here or not... but after several bouts of Spring snow, freezing whether, TONS of rain, and a little hail, it seems we have settled into weather that wants to remain at least above the 50s (and occasionally the 70s). We'll take it!

This past week the lilacs bloomed, one of the most glorious scents in the entire universe (currently filling my home), but alas far too short-lived. So here's a couple of lilac shots to add some "Spring cheer" to your day.



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With summer fast approaching and school ending soon, the studio hours, which have been primarily all day Tues & Thurs + Fridays mornings will be changing a tad in the next few weeks (though I'm not sure exactly to what yet!) and we'll keep you posted as to new availability soon.

I'm working on a couple other projects, so studio hours may be a bit more scarce with less focus on special events, so if booking a session is in the back of your mind, you may want to get on it!

Early Summer is a great time to get in those low-pressure family or child outdoor shoots (plenty of time to throw that holiday card together come fall!) and of course the beginning of Senior Picture season for the upcoming class of 2012!

And with our Summer Model Integrity schedule, I'm excited to meet new faces and also hopefully do a fun mix of studio and location model portfolio work with local talent.

Look forward to working with many of you soon...

Cheers MN! To the blessing of knowing how to truly appreciate Spring & all it's glory!

Groupon Day! {Model Integrity Workshops}

Addition to this Post: Groupon-Day is over, but we still have a wonderful special through May! Check it out... http://www.modelintegrity.blogspot.com
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Hey All,

Model Integrity, our all-things-model-actor-fashion division, is offering a Groupon today for New Model Workshops! If you know someone interested in modeling (or interested in getting their munchkins into modeling), check out the Groupon link here!


Happy Spring... so glad it's finally come! Hope it's for real this time. :)

Aruba Photographic Art Collection

I had the privilege of traveling to Aruba {Dutch Carribean} earlier this month (thanks to my hubbie's company) and spent some time feeding my creative side by taking a few rounds of artistic images. The finally collection makes me just plain happy and I thought it might bring a little joy to you all too.

You can see the full collection (about 40 images) on facebook (type in Feather Blue Studios) because there are many more worthy of bringing you to your own warm, tropical "happy place," but here are a few of my favorites...














I am thinking about making this collection available as artistic photographic prints, signed, matted, and ready to frame. If you are feeling the need to transform a room in your home into a tropical bungalow (or just want to add a little color or serenity to an empty wall) and are interested in a print or display of prints, let me know by emailing featherbluestudios@juno.com.

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Copyright of all images belongs to Shannon Tacheny
www.featherbluestudios.com
Saint Paul, MN