Tag, you're it.....

OK, so I volunteered for this tag, don't go getting ideas :) This is from my friend Lori's blog:

"If you go to your sixth folder in your My Pictures folder, and select the 6th picture in that folder, post the image and details if you can remember them!"

I had to go one more folder to the sixth, but you get the picture.... pun intended!

This is a shot from my wild horses. Taken at the Steens Mt, Oregon in July 2008. Check out Lori's image too.... ProPhoto by Lori It's interesting to me that they are both of "horses of color"!

So, I get to select 6 people to tag now, who will it be? Any takers?
here's the technical stuff if you are interested....

Having fun in Texas

Hey all, I'm just checking in from Texas.  What a blast!  I'll need to rest up when I get home for sure....

Here's a shot I took last night, guess I'm  being a bit stingy with images, more concerned with relaxing and shooting at the moment!  Hope everyone is well.  ~C

New Site Launch

I hinted that a new look was coming. This morning www.cyndieplanckphotography.com went online! OK, I know it's a lot more to type in, so make sure to bookmark it please :). The old site will still be up for a while, and everything will connect eventually so I thank you for your patience in advance while we grow and update!

Cool and exciting features include:
Flash image shows, see more cool photos right away.
Better portfolio galleries.
Easy access to my scheduling calender!
Ask about availability right from the site!
Easy navigation, everything you need is right at your finger tips on the home page.
View your proofs and order right from the site (ok, so I am working on that happening very soon, but it's coming)

The only downfall is, flash can take a lot longer to load for those of you still on dial up, and with slower service providers. Never fear, a mirror html (non flash) site is coming, and the old site will be still be available, so it is your choice what you want to use.

So here is my dilemma, and I would very much appreciate it if you would respond.

How do you feel about music on websites? Should I add music, or stay without it?

I'll tell you what.... I'll toss in a 2009 wild horses calender to a random entry from anyone who responds with a yes or no!

Think Christmas NOW

I know, it's not even Halloween yet, but it's time to start thinking ahead for Christmas if you want a photographic session done and time to get cards made! I am currently putting together a special Holiday card session package and will post prices soon.

I have 15 different Card templates to choose from, or spend a little more and have one custom made! Here's a few samples:

Tri-fold outside
Tri-fold inside
5x7 vertical front

5x7 vertical inside5x7 vertical back
Tri-fold outside
Tri-fold inside

Sweetie Pie

Another one I had to share...

Seasonal Cards

OK, so I got a bit distracted this AM from my regular work, and played a bit with some images from last nights session.

I have many templates for cards that I will be promoting soon, here is one. front, inside and back... Just imagine the possibilities, if you can think it, I can pretty much make it up for you!

Add your own personal greeting, a favorite phrase, poem, lyrics.... Click on the images to see them larger.

Fall fun!

Some of you may recognize this family, I shot their wedding last Aug (2007). Well, I had the pleasure today of doing a family session with a new addition to the family! Congratulations! Oh my gosh, what fun. I love you guys! Here's a sneak peek, I'll have more up tomorrow!

Another page.....

So here are a couple of "guys" version pages. I need a name for the set eventually, any ideas?

New, new new

As my shooting slows down in the fall, my marketing for next year is always hot on my mind.

In the background We are busy building a new cool website, a new look, new products for 2009 and much more. Nothing like a little early hype right?

One the things I intend to offer is a really high end gorgeous album to everyone. These are really cool, and will be worked into packages soon. Several templates will be available, including custom built ones by myself! Can you tell I'm excited?

Here's a little peek, this will be "girlie grunge". The pages will open up flat across, and can come in sizes 5x5, 10x10 and 12x12!

A new look is coming...

Behind the scenes a new, fresh look is coming, keep your eye out!

Pumpkin Patch

Today was our annual pilgrimage to the pumpkin patch. Emily refused to pose with pumpkins, how silly of me! But I did manage to coax her out with some fun jumping! Here's a snap shot from the afternoon. And of course a bit of template fun as well.

Brand new templates!

Hey seniors, I have just purchased a set of brand new exciting templates for all your needs. I will be posting samples here soon of everything, but for now, here is a little teaser! This is the front and back of a 4x5.5 announcement post card, available as low as 25 cards with envelopes for for 37.99! +s/h

Fall in the PNW

Ah, fall..... The cooler weather, the colors, the crisp clear days (in between rain storms of course)

The light has an amazing quality to it this time of year, when it is good, you just cannot go wrong.

I just wanted to post a local photo I took a couple of days ago. I am finally getting a bit of a breather. Yay!

Windy City Farm

As I am going through the images I took at Windy City Farm on Monday, I am pulling a few to share here. Gorgeous horses, great people, another good session! enjoy....

Meet Brian...

A perfect Sunday evening for a stroll in the park and some great senior shots! We had the most incredible light. OK, I am a nut about light, but wow, this was golden. Here's a sneak peak, hope you love it! (These are just a few I grabbed, we got so many good ones!) You can click on the image for a larger view.

More OBDC

Great times! I will start getting some proofs up tomorrow, here are a few teasers for you! You can click on the image or a larger view.