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It’s on Fire! – Albany, NY Boudoir Photographer

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:48:28 +0000

Very quickly a buzz was started over the launch of my Boudoir Suite Event at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY. So many inquires, and many requests for a second date for this incredible photography event! In response another date has been scheduled!!!!

Thrilled to announce that the next Boudoir Suite Event will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2010. We’ll be using the Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY again for the portraits. Hours will be similar 9-6 pm. Clients will have the same options available: either a 1 hour or 2 hour session, hair and makeup artist option, and 2 collection choices.

Please visit me on FACEBOOK

As all the details are spelled out in the below Event Post!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141305775911719&ref=mf

A Summer Fairwell – Albany, NY Family Photographer

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:32:20 +0000

It really is hard to believe that August is about over, and Labor Day is just around the corner! We’ve had a wonderful summer in Albany, NY — one that is worthy of great fairwell!

Now – September 30th – I’m offering portrait clients a “Basics” Collection choice. Check it out on FACEBOOK This Fairwell collection is available for maternity, newborn, children, families, High School seniors, and boudoir sessions. Slots are filling fast – get intouch today to inquire

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=139372676104573&ref=mf

Scent of a Newborn Baby’s Head – Albany, NY Newborn Photographer

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:51:09 +0000

There are few things that you can say you can smell from memory…. that newborn scent is one of them! So pure, light, hint of baby sweetness!!! Unmistakeable that’s for sure! I’m sure this new mom and dad have been spending some time taking in the wonderful essence of this one. He truely is a gorgeous newborn baby. They’re viewing their gallery this week, can not wait for them to see their collection!

Boys Rule – Albany, NY Family Photographer

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 03:18:03 +0000

Boys Rule this house for sure!!!

This makes boy number 3 for this wonderful family! I really love when I get to work with families as they grow. I’ve taken maternity pictures, family pictures, and newborn shots with them – so obviously I’ve gotten to see first hand how they’ve expanded! It’s honestly so much fun for me to see the enormous changes that go on with little ones – and how much a new sibling can resemble an older one! Can not wait for them to view their full gallery…

Playful – Albany, NY Family Photographer

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 02:05:53 +0000

When I asked these two what they wanted their session to be, and the images to portray… the answer was simple! Playful!!! They just wanted to have fun, and to capture them being them. Not much better than that! We used a bunch of locations, and really came away with a beautiful gallery – enjoy!

Beautiful Belly – Albany, NY Maternity Photographer

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:45:39 +0000

Look at this belly!!!! Many of use have been there – and remember
what an amazing time being pregnant was. Question… Do you have portraits of your belly? Do you remember what you really looked like? I’m one of the guilty ones if you can believe it. I never photographed, or had my belly photographed with either of my pregnancies.
Such a mistake! Pregnancy is truly a miracle. A perfect stage to photograph….you’ll be happy you have the images to remember, and to show your little one when they’re older! The perfect
gift to give to an expecting mom.

Get the Photos You Really Want…. Albany, NY High School Senior Photographer

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:07:18 +0000

Get the Photos You Really Want…. Albany, NY High School Senior Photographer

Spring of High School Seniors and Juniors is an exciting time. The Seniors are wrapping up their last year, and preparing to head off to college in the fall. Juniors are looking forward to be in that “Senior” class! Most people can probably look back with great memories from this point in their lives. So much is happening, many transitions – and really discovering who you are. Custom Senior portraits are
a fabulous way to memorialize this stage! A handful of students from high schools in and around the Albany, NY area have participated in my Photo Rep Program for Senior Portraits. The biggest goal of these sessions is to show students and families what senior portraits really can be! Multiple locations, clothing changes, incorporation of interests, sports, hobbies – all elements that create a collection of images showcasing students at this very point in their lives. You just can not get that with 10 minutes in a studio, wearing the same thing all of your other classmates have worn!! Celebrate this time in your life, or your child’s life. You’ll be glad you did….
Inquire today about scheduling a Custom Senior Portrait Session.

“LET YOUR YEARBOOK PICTURE BE A YEARBOOK PICTURE —– LET YOUR SENIOR PORTRAITS BE YOU”
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GENINE GULLICKSON PHOTOGRAPHY
www.geninegullickson.net 518.248.0834

This Is The Time – Albany, NY Family Photographer

admin — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 02:01:14 +0000

Do you have a current family portrait? Most people’s answer to that is probably NO — life is busy right? Unfortunately, we often let things like documenting
our families slip by – month after month or year after year. Always with the intention of doing it – but never quite making it enough of a priority to schedule and
coordinate it.

A few weeks ago, I was honored to photograph this family. We had talked a few times about getting something scheduled – but it just never happened.
The original intention was to capture grandparents with their grandchildren and children. And if you take a look at these – you see 2 of those three categories
covered. About a month earlier the grandfather passed away suddenly. Now I know this family personally – and one of the things that crossed my mind
shortly after was….”we never did those pictures”. In talking with his daughter, the same thought had run through her mind as well. It’s so hard to loose
members of our family. And people often tell you – your memories will help you through – they’ll provide some comfort in the time to come. Granted our brains
are wonderful tools for that – but they can’t produce a physical image that you can hold in your hands. There’s something very powerful about holding a portrait in
your own two hands – or staring into it with your eyes as you remember the person who is no longer with you. Portraits have a wonderful magic
to them – they freeze those moments in time – and are often capable of bringing you right back to the scene you are looking at. Sometimes to the
point that we can really feel the emotion that was occurring or hear the voices and conversation exactly at that point. That is invaluable.

So back to the question…. Do you have a current family portrait? What are you waiting for? This is the time – you will love your images forever – and they
will immortalize your family — don’t wait…. you’ll be grateful you have them.

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GENINE GULLICKSON PHOTOGRAPHY
www.geninegullickson.net 518.248.0834

Play Me a Tune

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:17:53 +0000

Play Me a Tune – Albany, NY Family Photographer

The holiday season and family gatherings go hand in hand. Although the Fall and early December are packed with sessions for holiday gift giving; the last few weeks of the month for most photographers generally lends itself to some availability. It was great being able to schedule this family’s session towards the end of the month. They were getting together just before Christmas, for an early celebration – and really wanted to have some professional portraits done. We shot in various rooms in the house, and really came away with a wonderful collection of images! Their daughter is a Senior at Emma Willard in Albany, NY. She’s quite involved with music, so her mom requested that we incorporate some instruments. I didn’t realize the family as a whole is quite artsy – and musical. It was adorable to hear them rave about their daughter’s talents, and to see Dad and Daughter giggling and holding some of their favorite instruments for a photo.

It’s very normal for people to feel a bit uneasy in front of a camera. Generally when I review the images from a session – the first are a bit stiff, and then the natural expressions begin to come out as we progress. Given that I enjoy a more “life style” approach to portraits – I usually ask the family about themselves and get them talking/reminiscing. In addition to the parents and daughter – an Aunt and Grandfather were in town. The “girls” now women, laughed as they listened to their father talk about what the two of them were like as little girls. That really is a part of my job that I love. I definitely am a people person – and truly do enjoy getting to meet families and watching them interact. Quick reviews in camera allow me to get a feel for what I’ve captured during the session – but it really is pronounced once I review the images on my computer.

I love when I can hear the conversations - and laughter come right out of the image. And the frosting on the cake…when they share that same feeling as we discuss the gallery during the ordering consultation. This last client did break into some tears at one point – and she’s not the first. Again, I can not say enough how much that warms my heart. I love that I can capture true emotions and interactions that speak so clearly to my clients.

So… something to tuck away – think about hiring a professional photographer to come to your next family gathering. It’s a wonderful time to get some family portraits!

Get Your Game Face On

admin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:27:57 +0000

No surprise that I love photographing HS Juniors/Seniors – especially when they want to incorporate their hobbies or sport interests! She’s been playing lax for a long time – and from what I hear…. is quite good! It’s always impressive to me to see students in the many “looks” of them. Granted her hair isn’t pulled up, and she’ wearing makeup in her Lax shots – but I have a soft spot for athlete’s!!!

I personally started playing sports at the age of 7. Softball was the thing until I got into Junior High. I ended up sticking with Softball and quickly feel in love with Field Hockey. Although I found Softball easier – that’s not where my passion was. I played Field Hockey through 3 years of College. I always found myself cracking up when people would say… “You don’t look like a Field Hockey chick….” and honestly I think I looked quite different on the field than I did off! Game Face on – watch out!

It was a bit chilly this day – so you can really appreciate her willingness to fully suit up and endure the cold to get the shots we wanted!!! If you can’t quite figure it out, the photo with her eye, is through the netting of her stick. She loved it, as well as her mom when I showed it to them in camera. I was thrilled that the edginess was appreciated. By incorporated sports, or other hobbies/interests – students really walk away with a great collection of images that really celebrate who they are in their last year of High School.