Here's some of Megan's senior shots I was talking about.  Keep a look out for some more shots from Megan coming up in a couple of weeks.  We're going to the Old City to finish up. One of these days I'm going to do an after shoot of me relaxing on Market Square.  If you could only see me.  I LOVE MARKET SQUARE!!!!  I may do that next week.  I'm doing a shoot there tuesday.  Stay tuned.  

it's all business....well not really

Here's some business cards that I made for Ms. Kim at Imagine Dance Studio.  I'm excited because this one of my templates for my new senior 1411 cards.  What are 1411 cards you might ask?  They are only the newest, coolest thing around for seniors right now. They are wallet sized with pictures and has all of your information like phone number, myspace, facebook and email addresses on them.  I think I'm going to come up with something for prom that has a little bit of your info on it like you and your dates name, theme, etc.  Let me know what you think!  Also, if your interested in business cards, give me a shout!

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gabe and robin

Here are a few pictures of my cousin Gabe and his sweetie Robin that I took today.  They were in visiting Granny and she wanted a few shots of the two of them on her farm.  It was totally a spur of the moment thing but I have some new favorite shots.  Thanks for letting me take some pictures of you guys today.  I hope these have the granny seal of approval :) If anyone wants to see the full session, go to www.sophiemacphotography.com and under proofs type the password gabe.  I've got a senior session tomorrow.  I think we may shoot a few here! 

pay it forward to Matt at Pavel Studios

Recently my family had our pictures taken by Rebekah and Daniel Stanfill of Southern Charm Portraits as part of the Roadside Families Project.  It's a pay it forward project that was created by photographers for photographers.  I'm always behind the lens so it's nice to actually be in a family picture because those are too few and far between.

Anyway to make a short story long, we had 30 days to pay it forward to another photographer and that just happened to be Mr. Matt Pavel of Pavel Studios in Kingston.  Our session was in downtown Knoxville and let's just say that it wasn't near as warm as they said it was going to be.  We froze our hineys off!  Even in spite of the cold, Austin kept us laughing and entertained the entire time.  I think we all lost it when I was shooting away and he just looks up at me out of no where and said, "so, whatch you guys doing for president's day?"  I'll never look at president's day the same.  From now on, I will have plans every year.  We had a blast and it was wonderful meeting you and your family.  I hope Ella is feeling better :)

da da da dollywood

We love Dolly Parton at our house.  Sophia wants to write her a thank you card every month when she gets her book and Mac, well he was a breast fed baby :)  Anyway! Every year we buy the Gold season pass to get in both Dollywood and Splash Country and the same this year as well.  To tie in my point here, I'm going to be doing shoots at Dollywood! Think about it!  Get your picture on the swings in action!  Grab some shoots in the fifties or on the merry-go-round!  These would be perfect for engagement sessions or senior sessions.  But these shoots will take some planning so if you're interested, give me a call asap and let's get planning.  

You will have to purchase a ticket or have a season pass to get it.  However, if you're a senior and planning to come down to the prom expo, I will be having a few give-a-ways and there may be a ticket floating around in there some where.  Who knows!  

Check these out!!!

We are planning a trip to Disney World for Sophia's birthday in March.  I've been so excited about the trip, but even more excited about the shirts I had made.  I spoke about Polka daisies before and here's some of the work.  Becky is very crafty and talented at anything she decides she wants to do.  I'm so excited to show my shirts off.  I stole these pictures from her site.  Sorry Becky :)  Go check out the rest of her goodies at www.polkadaisiesblog.com  .  Thanks Becky for such a great job.  You have helped make our trip a little more special.

shout out to makenzie and alicia

Thanks girls for wanting to be my senior representatives.  I can't wait to get started!  I've got some crazy ideas (crazy in a good way).  I'm still looking for a brave guy so get the word out!  Wa hoo!

seniors in the old city

I am going to be offering full sessions (1 1/2 to 2 hours) and short sessions (30 - 45 minutes) for seniors in the old city beginning in the next few weeks on the weekends.  Feel free to use your discount from the prom expo or the free sitting fee and free 8x10 with this session.  This is quickly becoming one of my favorite places to shoot.  I have some pictures on my site at www.sophiemacphotography.com that I recently shot downtown and in the old city.  I will be posting more very soon.  If you are interested, please shoot me an email at bethanyandrob@comcast.net or give me a call at 423.494.9065.  

senior reps

I'm looking for 2 upcoming seniors that are willing to trade a bit of time for pictures.  I am offering a SWEET deal to anyone interested in letting me take your senior pictures but we have to do them a bit earlier...like springish.  I am offering 2 free senior sessions per rep, 25% off prints and anything else ordered, and another free sitting fee for you and the family before you go off to college.    The first boy and girl who contact me will be chosen.  You can email me at bethanyandrob@comcast.net or leave me a message on my website through the link at www.sophiemacphotography.com.  

relay for life prom expo

I just wanted to throw a quick reminder out there about the Prom Expo saturday, March 7th at Caryville Elementary.  Doors open at 1:00 and the fashion show starts at 3:00 followed by a dress auction.  Please remember that this is a RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER.  I'm really excited because there is going to be anything that you need for prom all right there under one roof.  I'm going to be there and I'm offering 25% off prom sessions AND senior sessions to anyone who books that day.  I will have some cool products there to show off so come by and see me.  

miss kim

If you keep up with my blog at all, you know about Imagine Dance Studio.  I'd like to introduce you to Miss Kim. At least that's what Sophia calls her.  She is the brains and the brawn behind the name.  I have been wanting to take pictures of her for a while now.  

Hands down, this picture is my absolute favorite of all time!  I don't have them all edited, but I had to put some up because I'm so excited.  Thanks for such a great time taking pictures and hanging out afterwards at Market Square.  I had a blast!

let's make a good thing out of this! {free proof disk}

I just had an idea.  I'm not really sure how this will work, but here goes.  For the next few weeks, I will take suggestions on what I need to do about the "untouchables".  The most creative commenter (is that a word? I don't look right) will get a free proof disk with a paid setting fee ($35.00).  Here's a few rules:

*No profanity

*No breaking the law (bending the law acceptable)

*Leave your name and email address

I will travel but a travel fee will be charged. Please see website for prices.  I can't wait to see what you guys come up with!!