Realtor “Headshot”, or as I like to call them, Professional Portraits July 1, 2013

A cute, and “funny” story of how I know Gerry.  Gerry and I are both very active in the Greater Bothell Chamber of Commerce.  We have gotten to know each other over the 5+ years of being in the chamber and attending their events.  One time I brought my mother to a chamber event and Gerry recognized my mom.  They reminisced about how they knew each other and it turns out we used to ride horses together….way back in the day. (I’ve been riding horses since I was 5 years old).   So with that, it’s brought our connection even closer.

Last week I had the great pleasure of photographing this sunny and vivacious realtor, Gerry Eagle of Remax.  I can highly recommend Gerry if you are buying or selling a home. She can be reached on her website at www.GerryEagle.com, or phone, 206-226-3245.

Professional Portrait by Acclaimed Photography

As you can see, at Acclaimed Photography we give you a wide variety of image choices with your professional portrait photography session. I suggest that you bring at least two, if not three or four, tops for your portrait.  I always like to have more choices to photograph and then select the images you like the best.

You can contact our studio, www.AcclaimedPhoto.com, or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/AcclaimedPhotography

Commercial Photography for your Website February 5, 2012

I don’t usually post to much of my ‘commercial’ work, but this project was so fun I have to share! Pastor Mike of Everett Family Church approached me with an interesting photo shoot for their new website.  His idea for the front page of the website was to have it interactive….and each item you hover over gets you to a specific area of the website. He, and members of the church, collected items that were pertinent and have meaning to them.  It’s great when you can take the time to design your website the way you want it and how it will work best for your organization.

Check out the new website and the cool the interactive aspect of it. I would love to hear your comments!

http://everettfamilychurch.org/

A true leader in Seattle! Shandel Slaten February 13, 2011

Last year I attended Shandel Slatens Women’s Leadership Summit in Seattle, WA. The day was filled with great speakers, food, activities (we all took the ‘DISC’ test which I am an “S”), and networking.  This year Acclaimed Photography is a sponsor of the 2011Women’s Leadership Summit (www.SeattleWomensLeadershipSummit.com).

A few days ago, on an overcast Seattle day, I had the pleasure to create some new professional portraits of Shandel. Her beauty and energy just radiates from within and I believe these images portray that.

Shandel Slaten - Acclaimed Photography

Shandel Slaten -Image by Acclaimed Photography

You won’t want to miss this year’s Leadership Summit…The theme is Learn to lead confidently, with purpose and passion.  Speakers are Carol Olsby, Dr. Leslie Parrott, and Shandel Slaten, MCC. April 2nd, 2011 is the date of the ‘Summit’ and it will be held in Seattle.

Hope to see you there! -Kerri Kirshner, http://www.AcclaimedPhoto.com

Divorce for Grownups . . . . a new look February 4, 2011

Earlier this week I had the pleasure to photograph attorney Karin Quirk in Kirkland, WA.  One of her specialties is divorce law and her tag line is ‘“Empowering couples to dissolve their marriage in a respectful cooperative way”‘, and she always adds in ‘Divorce for Grownups’.  She’s truly a compassionate woman, very approachable and professional. You can find out more information on her website at http://karinquirk.com.

Surprisingly it was a beautiful February day in Kirkland so we went outdoors for her portrait session.  Within minutes of walking outside I found a location with great lighting and something  for her to lean on. Since Karin and I have known each other for a little while, through a networking group, she was already comfortable with me and I think her portrait reflects that.

Here is the professional portrait she chose to represent herself and her business.

Photography by Acclaimed Photography / Karin Quirk

Karin can be found on Facebook at  http://www.facebook.com/CooperativeDivorce or website http://www.divorceforgrownups.net

Kerri Kirshner

http://www.AcclaimedPhotography.com

Making you look great!

Chair sample photos… January 8, 2011

So, I just wrote a blog post about how I like chairs and use them in my day to day photography. Here are a few samples of how I use chairs in my studio and outdoor sessions….

Seated Lady

-Kerri Kirshner

http://www.AcclaimedPhoto.com

The SPPA Holiday Party…. some interesting peeps! December 9, 2010

As a member of the SPPA (Seattle Professional Photographer’s Association) I was a participant at this year’s holiday party. It was a particularly extraordinary event, primarily based on the venue and models.  A photographer’s ‘shoot-out’ dream come true.

We rented out one of the coolest places in Seattle, Urban Light Studios, in Wallingford. Along with a team of @ 8 models, from Lumina Models in Everett….lots of photographers with their cameras…. made for an amazing night of creativity and fun!

Here are a few shots from the evening. They have not been Photo-shopped at all. . . .  Just meant to show how much fun we had.  Enjoy!

I love the uplights on this photo - Acclaimed Photography

 

Lady Gaga-esque, up close and personal - Acclaimed Photography

This 'librarian' was in character the entire evening... walking around, looking at you over the top of her glasses. Acclaimed Photography

This crime scene was designed by photog-pal Nancy Treder. (This is my actual body outline 🙂 - Acclaimed Photography

"Santa Baby" I'd agree... this is a fairly unusual shot of Santa's little helper! - Acclaimed Photography

Low Light - Acclaimed Photography

Photographing a photographer photographing a model - Acclaimed Photography

As you can see, we photographers know how to have a good time! This was a really fun holiday party and for all who participated I thank you!

-Kerri Kirshner, http://www.AcclaimedPhoto.com

Tags: Holiday Party Ideas, Santa, Santa Baby, Low Light photography, Lady Gaga, Urban Light Studio.

Images taken at the Acclaimed Photography outdoor ‘Portrait Park’ October 14, 2010

If you have ever been to our Bothell Portrait Park you know it’s a proverbial ‘work in progress’. Here are a few of the finished images from the property.  We are continuing to build ‘sets’ to accommodate individuals, families, children/babies, etc.

 

off the back deck

 

 

The Brick Oven

 

 

An old chair

 

A Guy's Pride and Joy!

Cowboy by the storage shed

High School Senior Girl

Country Boy in the 'Meadow'

Another Guy Shot... Car in the 'Meadow'

 

A Budding Country Singer