"An Hour in the Life" — Cassie

Cassie was so much fun to shoot—I just loved her braided pony tails. This "Hour" took place from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and the setting sun presented a few challenges but also some opportunities. Below are some of my favorites.

Long Distance Inspiration

A constant source of inspiration and encouragement both professionally and personally comes from, of all places, Dayton, OH—home of good friend and fellow photographer Carmen Nauseef. Check out her amazing work at Blink of an Eye Photography. Among her work, Carmen is credited with the image of me that appears on my website. Thanks Carmen!

Star Light, Star Bright...

I recently wrapped up an assignment for First Potomac Realty Trust. I have shot several of their commercial properties over the past several months, but this assignment was unique—a twilight shoot. I am proud to say that they will be using the image below and two others in their 2007 annual report.

April Fools

Seriously though, I plan on posting more regularly so do check back. I have a few unique projects that I have completed recently and a new session to announce. But first, I need to submit my application to be a Virgle Pioneer.

You Don't Want to Miss This

Check back tomorrow, Tuesday, April 1, for a big blp announcement.

January Offer: 20% Off Picture Calendars

Just in time for the New Year!

Enjoy your favorite blp images year round with these oversize picture calendars. The calendars measure 10.4 by 13 inches—plenty of room for all your photos and even more writing space. You can even insert a photo and text caption on a specific date to highlight a special day such as a birthday, anniversary or graduation.

January-December 2008 Picture Calendar—Sale $48 (regularly $60)
Additional months, up to 24 months maximum—$5.00 per month

Save more when you buy more! Order additional calendars for the home, office or as a gift for the grandparents and save an additional 10%—additional calendars are just $42 each. Shipping is $4.99 for the first calendar and $1.99 for each additional calendar.

Email me or call me today to put together a sample calendar for you.

All orders are subject to 6% Maryland State Sales Tax

Happy Holidays!

During the holidays, we find ourselves both reflecting on the year past and looking forward to the year ahead.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank my family, friends and especially my clients for making 2007 a year I will never forget.  As for 2008, brian lausch photography has lots planned—the days are already getting longer—so check back here for all the latest.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

PhotoStamps

Though a little more expensive than regular USPS postage, what better time of the year than the holidays to affix an unforgettable stamp to your holiday card.

Actual size of stamp approximately 1.75" W x 1.25" H

 

PhotoStamps lets you take your own images and turn them into real U.S. postage. All you need to do is upload a photo, customize it using their easy-to-use interface, and place your order. You can zoom, move, and rotate your image, and then select one of 10 different border colors. PhotoStamps are available in denominations ranging from 26 cent postcards to 41 cent regular first class to $4.60 for packages.

Already mail your holiday cards? There are plenty of other occasions to use PhotoStamps—whether you have a wedding or graduation to announce, a new baby in the family or just a photogenic pet like I do, PhotoStamps are a fresh and fun way to add a personal touch to everything you send in the mail. Or give them as unique gifts.

Want an unexpected image for an unforgettable stamp? Email or call me. Or create your own PhotoStamps from your snapshots at photostamps.com.

December Offer: 20% Off Prints

Past and current clients—20% off all 8x10 and larger prints!

Now through December 31, 2007, order any 8x10 or larger color, black and white or sepia print and receive 20% off the regular price.

8 x 10 $30 $24
8 x 12 $35 $28
11 x 14 $40 $32
12 x 18 $50 $40
16 x 24 $75 $60

Visit your gallery here, and then email me your order—it's that simple! Forgot your gallery password? No problem. Just shoot me an email and I'll send it right over.

All orders are subject to Maryland State Sales Tax and USPS shipping.

The blp Logo

A few of you have commented on the blp logo, so I thought I'd share a little background with everyone. While there was never any question what to call this adventure, it was a different story when it came time to design a logo. In the end, it was simple and some might even say obvious, an epiphany as my wife was running out for an evening with her girlfriends and the kids were running around the house—the letters 'b' and 'l' turned 90 degrees counterclockwise to form a camera.

A shout out to good friend Arturo Gigante, who took my rough idea and refined it to what you see today, and to my parents for naming me Brian.

Got Blog?

Welcome to the blog of brian lausch photography!  If you're reading this, you have no doubt visited my brand-spanking-new website, brianlauschphotography.com, courtesy of the talented folks over at Blu Domain.
Here at the blog, you'll find posts—made while most normal people are sleeping—related to my current projects and recent work, blog-only promotions and creative ways to surround yourself with your personal images—whether they be from one of our sessions or your own snapshots.  So bookmark this page and check back every few days—I am already working on the next few posts. And, if you see something you like, feel free to leave me a comment.