I’m calling today #MarketingMonday. Getting my social media/marketing calendar squared away for the week. If you follow the studio on social media (and I’d be flattered if you do) what would you like to see more of? Do you like the “behind the scenes” aspect of an Insta-story or some Facebook live in the studio? Trying to vary it up and cover all my social media bases. I’d really love to hear from you. What’s your favorite social media platform? Leave a comment or send me a message.
But back to more important issues…this adorable little girl!!!! I met this family at my favorite toddler park. (spent HOURS…DAYS even at this place when my littles were toddlers). The light is always perfect and the smaller equipment is just the right size for little hands and feet.
When it came to choosing her portraits, this beautiful mama pulled out all the stops. It was definitely “Go big or go home” and the final choice was a 30×30 Signature 16 collage. Can you say STATEMENT PIECE?!? 16 favorite images in one piece. It’s clean, simple, modern and will take your breath away. This collage is the studio’s most popular offering. Scroll below to see more!
Holiday deadlines are quickly approaching. I can’t believe Thanksgiving is next week!! Your custom family portrait session must be scheduled before December 1 to guarantee holiday delivery. I have ONE appointment left for all of 2017. Will it be yours??
Email or call the studio to claim this last family portrait session of the season.
The last few weeks have been pretty cool. There’s been a lot of great stuff going on at the studio which I attribute to my new found love of meditation and waking up at 5:00 in the morning. Last week, Courtney Studios was named one of the “Best Family Photographers in Miami” by Expertise.com. How awesome is that??!! It’s been almost a week and I’m still trying to wrap my head around the whole thing. It blows me away. Really?!? BEST Family Photographer in Miami?!? It’s humbling, exciting, and scary all at the same time, but I’ll take it.
The content team at Expertise.com put together the most amazing list of 11 Best Family Photographers in Miami. Each studio is highlighted with a beautifully written summary and all of the contact information. I couldn’t have paid for a more amazing online marketing piece for the studio and for that I’m so grateful. It’s such an honor. I can’t thank Expertise.com and my hundreds of clients over the past 10 years ENOUGH.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU with all my heart, for your continued love and support.
What a day! First Day of School and an amazing solar eclipse. Obligatory “First Day of School” portraits can be seen on my facebook page. If we’re not personal friends, let’s be friends and you can check out my not so cooperative kids here!
The Eclipse was the perfect transition into school. Picked the kids up early and headed to my parents’ house to swim in the pool and share our one pair of eclipse glasses. It was pretty darn perfect.
I don’t share as many pictures of my kiddos on the Courtney Studios blog as I once did, probably because I don’t take as many pictures of my kids as they’ve gotten older. When I take my camera out they usually tend to run in the opposite direction. As you notice, all the photos below, my kids are wearing the eclipse glasses, which means they couldn’t see me. Therefore, I was able to get some great candid shots.
Custom portrait sessions, in time for the holidays, are now available by appointment.
These adorable sisters came by the studio for their custom portrait session, and although it was raining outside, they brought the sunshine with them. Here are a couple favorite portraits.
Friday, is the final day to drop off lunchboxes and lunchbox snacks to benefit Mobile School Pantry. I’m overwhelmed by the amount of generosity already. The pile of lunchboxes and snacks is huge. To see a few of the “Faces of Kindness” click here. I’ll be in the studio on Friday from 10-2 to accept donations.
I want to shout out a huge “THANK YOU” to everyone to stopped by the studio to donate lunchboxes and lunchbox snacks to benefit the Mobile School Pantry, on Saturday. Not to mention the many people who coordinated a drop off to me personally AND those generous folks who dropped off their donation at Hair Industry. It’s amazing to know that collectively as a community we are working to JUST SAY NO TO HUNGER.
The studio will be open again on Friday to accept donations, and Hair Industry will continue to accept donations through the month of August.
School starts for my kiddos on Monday and I’ll be back to regular studio hours. Grateful to spend so much time with over the summer and grateful to get back into a regular routine soon.
Sometimes you just have to get the girls together. And that’s what this grandmother did. She got her three daughters and three granddaughters together for a very special custom family portrait session. (girls only!) Her daughters live in different areas of the country so to have everyone together under one roof was definitely a reason to celebrate.
Lots going on in the studio. I am expanding! The natural light studio now has an additional studio space with cyc wall complete with studio lights. This new studio is perfect for portraits, product photography, and commercial work and will be available to photographers to rent by the hour. There is still lots of work to be done. So stay tuned for pictures and an official announcement in the upcoming weeks.
Super excited to partner with Mobile School Pantry for our 3rd Annual Fill a Lunchbox Food Drive. I am collecting lunchboxes and non-perishable lunchbox snacks (think granola bars, fruit snacks, graham crackers, cookies, individual applesauce, pretzels, fruit cups, juice boxes…) Bring your donations to the studio on Saturday, August 12 from 10-2 and again on Friday, August 18 from 10-2. Can’t make either of those dates? You can drop off during business hours at The Law Office of Leonardo Ortiz PA (my amazing husband 1909 Harrison St. #208) and Hair Industry Salon (2000 Harrison St. Hollywood, Fl 33020).
Mobile School Pantry is a mobile food bank that brings the food directly to low-income schools in Hollywood and Broward County. This enables families, who may not have transportation to a traditional food bank, to get fresh fruits and veggies when picking up their kids from school.
August 12 is also Summer Mini Sessions. See flyer below for more information. Mini Sessions are a perfect opportunity to get a head start on holiday cards and gifts.
Feel free to get in touch with me. 954-367-6821 courtney@courtneystudios.com
It’s time for Summer Mini Sessions! This time I’m taking it out of the studio and to my favorite little playground in Hollywood. This is a perfect opportunity to get a head start on holiday cards and gifts. Your session is 30 minutes long and includes 1 5×7 print ($45 dollar value). Appointments are limited. Contact the studio today. 954-367-6821 or courtney@courtneystudios.com.
But of course, I can’t blog without sharing this amazing portrait session. I’ve been photographing these twins since they came home from the hospital, and I’ve been lucky enough to capture them for custom portraits over the past 8 years. The family has since moved to Colorado and fortunately they made time for a visit while they were in Hollywood.
The studio is open and I am taking appointments for fall. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Some beautiful mamas and their adorable kiddos came through the studio on Saturday. Scroll down for a few sneak peaks.
I’m still celebrating Mother’s Day. Book your custom portrait session before May 14 and receive a complimentary $100 print credit to use towards your future order. I have a few appointments available this Saturday (hint, hint).
There’s nothing quite like the perfection of a newborn smile.
Having a baby? It’s never too early to schedule your newborn portrait session. Always best within the first two weeks.
This Saturday, April 29 are exclusive portrait sessions especially for mama’s and their kiddos. These limited sessions are $100 and include a $100 print credit, making the session complimentary. Contact the studio to schedule your appointment.
It’s always a nice surprise to find out I’ve been nominated for the 2017 South Florida Parenting Magazine‘s Kids Crown Award for Best Family Photography. It’s an honor and I’m truly grateful.
“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 -
