I just got back from a weekend in Atlanta where I attended the Professional Photographers of America (PPA)’s yearly professional convention “Imaging USA.” It was lots of fun and extremely informative. I’m eager to implement all that was learned in this still new year.
Although I have to say the highlight of my trip was meeting Theo and him mom for a lifestyle session in their neighborhood of Candler Park. This little guy stole my heart. I hope to make it up that way and see them both again soon.
Tyler, Andrew and their mom and dad are moving to Pennsylvania. Mom, who is very involved in the local community, wanted to make sure she created an heirloom for her boys of their hometown. “You can take the girl out of Hollywood, but you can’t take Hollywood out of the girl.” I sure can attest to that.
We are now taking commissions for custom portrait sessions in Downtown Hollywood.
As much as sessions on the beach can get tiresome, I never tire of shooting on Hollywood Beach. The light at sunset is amazing, and the quirkiness of Hollywood Beach always lends a nice flavor.
So I’m a few days late with a Thanksgiving post here at the studio. Over the last two months, since October 1, I have photographed 52 families with 5 left to finish out the year. 2012 has truly been a banner year here at courtney ortiz photography, and its because of this that I am truly thankful. It’s because of a relationships built on trust and dedication that continues to bring new and returning clients through our doors. I’m thankful to work with a great team that enables me to live out a dream; to create portrait art for families to enjoy and cherish forever. Since we have been very MIA here on the blog over the last few weeks, and the holiday crazies are starting to wind down, we will be showcasing these amazing 57 families from now until the beginning of the year. We will be sharing not just their digital portraits, but presenting their final fine art pieces. Photography is in fact an art to enjoy with both your eyes and your heart.
Meet Sabrina and Jayde, two new clients this season who welcomed me into their home and gave me the creative opportunity to tell their story.
There are no words for this portrait. I spent some time with a family this weekend for their custom portrait session. Can you say 30×40 gallery wrap canvas?
I first photographed Maddie last year, and let me tell you, she was one tough nut to crack. Fast forward one year and one baby sister later, and Maddie was just full of smiles! Just two quick sneak peaks from our lifestyle session on Hollywood Beach.
“Her work is distinct and holds a special place in our home.”- Marcy Hirsch -
“Courtney's photographs had a huge impact on NCLR and helped us raise over $1 million in December 2014. Her work is beautiful and engaging and shows the central goal of the fight for marriage equality -love."”- Ace Portis, Major Gifts Officer, NCLR -
“Courtney truly captured the uniqueness of our family and created beautiful, original works of art that we will treasure always.”- Darlene Giol -
