Hello everyone!

I know I have been ready for some good weather since May! Let's hope it sticks around, because we have LOTS of portrait specials lined up. SENIORS, if you haven't made your session appointment, do it PRONTO! You will be happy with the July Special and will be able to take advantage of our new products AND save some CASH! Also, make those family & children's portrait appointments NOW because our books are already getting filled. You will be glad you did come holiday time. Just think...you wouldn't have to rush around at the last minute for that perfect gift! I know it seems quite early to talk about the holidays, but outdoor portraits aren't as warm in the winter! ~ HA HA ~ The Grove, the cabin at the fairgrounds, your home, cottage or boat are all great locations to have a portrait taken. Give us a call and we will be happy to have a consultation with you about your options.

NEW! Baby & Wedding Registry...Are you, or someone you know, having a baby or bridal shower? We now offer a Registry for Brides & Moms-to-be. It's fast, simple & FREE! After the Bride or Mom signs up, we give them cards to include in their invitations. Just like at the department stores! Only THIS gift is always the right style, color & size. If they get duplicates, they are thrilled! The portraits they will be able to receive from these generous gifts will be treasured memories and heirlooms. So...GIVE PORTRAITURE AND GIVE A TRULY TIMELESS GIFT! Call today for more information.

BACK AGAIN! Keri Peiffer; my right hand/office coordinator/framer/productioncrew/janitor/painter/and camera room assistant-extraordinaire is back from college for the summer. (WHEW! THANK GOODNESS!) Keri is a Junior at Ohio University majoring in Psychology. (Not photography...can you believe that?)
Many of you already know her and have seen her in action. She is awesome here at the studio and is back for her 5th summer! Keri is the daughter of Dave & Aggie, is the youngest of three, grew up in Fremont & graduated from St. Joe in 2002. She loves to shop, hang out with friends, and is an awesome people-person . If you have any questions at all & I am not available, Keri will be more than happy to help. WELCOME BACK KERI!

GOOD LUCK, NICK! Nick Steinbauer, of Clyde, was an intern for the studio who attends BGSU majoring in Visual Communications. He has logged MANY hours in the camera room and in front of the computer all for the sake of LEARNING! He was a huge help and I even learned some Photoshop from HIM! We wish him much success in his career when he graduates from BG in December. Thanks, Nick!

To show my thanks for sending clients to the studio, we have started a new Referral Program. It works like this: When “Claire the Client” shows off her latest portraits to “Paige the Prospect” and Paige makes an appointment, we ask for her referral. When Paige mentions Claire, we send Claire one of our NEW “lucky Bucks” Certificates. The “Lucky Bucks” are worth $5 each and can be used right away or saved for a larger purchase towards session fees, portraits or frames. This is a brand new program & is just our way of saying “Our business is growing and we have YOU to thank!”

CONGRATULATIONS and a BIG thank you to my 2004 Senior Reps; Haley Eshleman, Madelaine Kuns, Casey Sebetto, Seanna Steinle, Jonathan Franks & Kylee Munson and to ALL of the 2004 grads that I had the pleasure of photographing! Go get 'em!

CONGRATULATIONS to my wedding couples who were married so far this year:
Jennifer Pressler to Greg Streaker, January 24, 2004
Andrea "Andi" Oprie to Tyler Ayres, February 14, 2004
Cori Meyer to Travis Olsen, February 28, 2004
Shannon Bettenbrock to John Stone, May 8, 2004
Andrea "Annie" Smith to Bruce Gazdecki, May 22, 2004
Chrisa Trushel to Scott Geldudig, June 5, 2004
May your photographs bring back many wonderful memories throughout the years! Wishing you much happiness, love & laughter!

That's all for now. Please check back often for additional specials and new images. Have a safe & fun summer!

See you soon! Lori