Tracey Prever Photography

Two New Original Baby Boy announcement Cards- Can be switched to pink for girls too!

2011-10-30T23:21:00.002-04:00

Tracey Prever Photography- Our first mini sessions!!

2011-08-26T15:02:00.001-04:00

Introducing or first mini sessions!

Thursday September 8th & Friday September 9th!

We are happy to announce our first 20 minute "mini sessions."

These Sessions are for 6 to 20 month old babies and toddlers only. We will have a bed set up

with white linens by the window for beautiful natural window light. The sessions are $150.00 and include one 8x10 and one 5x7 of one image from the session or 5 credits towards any of our prints. We only have a limited number of these sessions available so please book right away!

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Why does professional/ custom photography cost more?

2011-08-23T00:02:00.001-04:00

Orlando baby photographer & child photographer

Two Recent Studio images we did, Presley just turned one and Andrea looks like such a beautiful young lady at seven. Both so timeless... I love Window light!

I saw this on another website and thought I'd share it...

I hope this (lengthy) article helps shed some light on WHY a custom photographer is a better choice for your family’s memories. The photographs that are produced as a result of the professionalism and dedication that your photographer has will be cherished for a lifetime (or more) and great thought and consideration should be placed into hiring who is right for your family’s most precious investment.

Digital technology is brilliant. The digital revolution has brought amazing flexibility and amazing amounts of control for the photographer, the hobbyist, the professional, the amateur. With flexibility comes a price though. Camera equipment is still considerably more expensive when you factor in its’ lifespan, the need for additional resources for processing those images, the time it takes to get a usable image and the effort that goes into all of this.

Even though you pay $1.99 for a print at your local drugstore and paying for film is pretty much a thing of the past (although you still pay for memory) you may be wondering why you may pay upwards of $40, 50, 70, 90 for a custom photography print. Some photographers hear this statement every once in awhile:

“How in the world can you charge $70 for an 8×10 if it costs me less than $2 to print at the local drug store?”

The answer is multifaceted and has a lot to do with the time, aforementioned equipment costs, artistic vision and reputation of the photographer, expertise and the usual costs of running a legitimate business.

TIME of the CUSTOM PHOTOGRAPHER:

Approaching it from a time standpoint, for instance let’s imagine if you will that you have hired a photographer who has work that you love and that is travelling an hour to your on location session. TIme break down:

* session prep time (30 mins – 1 hour, includes equipment and back up equipment checks + vehicle checks)
* one hour travel time TO session
* 15-30 minutes prep time at client’s home
* 90 minutes-2 hours with client photographing subject
* one hour travel time FROM session
* 30-45 minutes uploading time from digital cards from camera to computer
* 30-45 minutes time spent backing up the original images
* 2-5 hours editing time to present you with a diverse gallery of edited images
* 1 hour prep time getting ready for ordering
* 2-3 hours time with client for ordering images
* 1 hour sorting through and checking order
* 30 minutes-1 hour prep time for delivery
* 30 minutes-1 hour getting order shipped
* any additional phone time or time needed for add on ordering, shipment issues, quality issues

As you can see, average client time for a session ranges from just under 13 hours to 19 hours dependent on the photographer’s level of service. This is time dedicated only to your session. When the photographer charges $150-$300 for the photo shoot you are not just paying for the two hours of session time, you are paying the photographer for 12-19 hours complete time for your session.

COSTS of the CUSTOM PHOTOGRAPHER:

Regarding equipment costs, a good quality professional camera with a selection of good optical quality lenses and digital storage mediums and computer set up can run from $10,000-$30,000 costs dependent on the photographer. Even though you can purchase a really good quality digital SLR for about $2100 there are still other costs related to photography. A good lens for portrait photography can run up $900 to $2500. A dependable computer system with software loaded for business and creative usage can run $2500 to $8000 dependent on the photographer.

Then come lab costs for specialty products. A good photographer knows the lab is integral to their success. Photography labs dedicated to the professional photographer often cost more and offer a range of products that allows the custom photographer to continually offer new, innovative products for you, the discerning client.

Discussion other costs of running a photography business could take awhile so we’ll skip the intricate details. There is of course much more: including costs of running the business, taxes, studio rental/mortgage if the photographer has ownership of a dedicated studio, vehicular costs, costs of advertising/marketing, costs of sample pieces that the photographer will likely bring to your session, etc.

APPLES to ORANGES:

Often times clients will mention to their photographer that X studio in the mall/department store only charges $25 for an 8×10 or they may mention other things related to discount photography chains. The fact is those discount chains make their money on volume, not on customized 1:1 service. According to several articles at the time, did you know that in February 2007 a rather well known discount department store that started in Arkansas closed down 500 of their portrait studios across the nation? The reason is simple, you cannot make money on 99¢ “professional” prints if you do not sell enough of them. Interestingly enough – those same studios that offer the loss leader packages often charge much much more for their a la carte pricing (as high as $40-50 for an 8×10). The whole reason the big department stores began offering portrait studios in the first place was to get you, the savvy consumer, in through their door so that you could spend more money with them in other departments. Your “PORTRAITS” are considered the true “loss leader”.

Going to a chain studio, as a consumer, you don’t have the benefit of 1:1 attention for 2 hours at your home where your child is allowed to explore, play and be comfortable in their home environment, nor do you get the experience that many custom photographers are known for or the lovely captures of natural expressions. You simply get a bare bones, “SAY CHEESE” experience. Keep this in mind when selecting a photographer.

REPUTATION/EXPERTISE of the PHOTOGRAPHER:

Being in demand, being well known for quality work, having a good reputation often costs time on the photographer’s part. Their expertise comes at a cost, their time learning their craft and learning the intricacies of lighting and the commitment put forth on their end to create a persona about their business that oozes professionalism. A great number of photographers go a very long time from the time that they purchase their first good camera to making money at the business of photography. Many photographers, when first starting out, rush in thinking that the business will be easily profitable in no time, how expensive could it be to get a camera and use it to create their dream? They often neglect to factor in the cost of business, the cost of equipment, software, back ups, etc..

Being of sound reputation, a better professional photographer knows that they must always reinvest in their business to create the reputation of being top notch. To create good work good equipment, reliable equipment, back up equipment is a necessity. The photographer who desires to be known as better/best/unparalelled reputation-wise knows that the most important thing they can do for their business is reliability and dependability. This is how reputations get built. Good work often is a wonderful side product of building that good reputation.

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Remembering happy times gives a big boost to happiness and looking at photographs of happy times makes the memories more vivid.

2011-08-05T22:35:00.001-04:00

From a great book I just read - The Happiness Project- "one of my regrets about my children is that I didn't have more professional photographs taken" Remembering happy times gives a big boost to happiness and looking at photographs of happy times makes the memories more vivid". This is a wonderful book to help you appreciate each day & teach you how to make each day a happier day for you & your family. I Highly recommend it!!

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Tracey Prever Photography - Now booking Summer Beach Portraits!

2011-06-10T00:38:00.001-04:00

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What's the best age to photograph a baby?

2011-04-11T22:14:00.001-04:00

What's the best age to photograph a baby? Any age!! Here's Jackson, such a beautiful 3 month old boy! And he was so good, he loved posing for us!!

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I've been so bad at posting new portraits the last 6 months, sorry we've been so busy!!! I am going to try to be more consistent! More to come!!

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Taylor Stone - Class of 2011

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Grad Session- Taylor - Class of 2011

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Our Grand Re-Opening was a Blast!!

Between the balloon artist, the face painter, the guitarist

and all the goodies, everyone had fun!

Thanks for coming out to celebrate with us.

Congratulations to Nicole Duff who won the free studio session!

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2011-02-03T23:38:00.001-05:00

Tracey Prever Photography - Grand Re-Opening this Saturday from 1:00-5:00 !

We are so excited to show you the new studio! Bring the kids! We will have a balloon artist and a drawing for a free studio session and a free grad session! Sassafras (the candy store that opened in our old location), will also have their grand opening with a face painter, cotton candy, and yummy give-aways. We hope to see you then!

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Now Booking Grad/Senior Portraits!

2011-01-31T20:15:00.001-05:00

This will be your last chance to photograph your kids before they go off to college and start the next part of their young adult life. It's a wonderful time to capture them in a unique portrait that really shows who they are!

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New Fun Custom Holiday Cards!

2010-10-28T00:59:00.001-04:00

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A beautiful new Family!

2010-09-08T23:28:00.001-04:00

I have another slideshow to share with you. This time it's a slideshow from both the maternity session and a newborn session which we made into a gorgeous book as well. Introducing Baby Olivia...

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Thanks Christina for letting me share these wonderful images! You are such a beautiful family!!!

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Tracey Prever Photography- Now offering mini slideshows & DVD's from your session -

2010-05-23T21:28:00.001-04:00

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Greetings! We are now offering mini quicktime slideshows and DVD's from your photo sessions. The mini slideshow attached is from just one infant photo session of newborn baby Valeria with her beautiful mom. You can combine multiple photo sessions into one DVD as well. Imagine a DVD showing your baby from pregnancy to their first birthday! I will also post your selects from each session in mini slideshow form like this sample online so you can share it with your friends and family for a few weeks. Baby Valeria was so very sweet! If you are a past client and would like your session on a DVD, please contact me.

Best,

Tracey

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2010-05-21T23:49:00.003-04:00

Congratulations to Erin Grace! She won a free studio photo session for our Mother's Day give-away.

Tracey Prever Photography - Only one week left to win a free studio photo session!!

2010-05-02T22:54:00.001-04:00

Sign up as a follower on my blog before Mother's Day, May 9th, http://traceypreverphotography.blogspot.com (just hit the follow button down on the right side) and you will be entered into a drawing to win a free studio photo session! ($175.00 value). Your chances are really high right now as their aren't many people signed up yet!! See full offers and specials on our blog.

Good Luck!

Tracey

Tracey Prever Photography
Studio & Location portrait photography
407-433-4778
115 E. Morse Blvd. - downtown Winter Park
E-mail: photos@traceyprever.com
Portfolio: http://www.traceyprever.com
Blog:http://traceypreverphotography.blogspot.com

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Tracey Prever Photography- Mothers Day Special & A chance to Win a free photo session!

2010-04-19T23:28:00.001-04:00

In recognition of Mothers Day and all that encompasses how amazingly important Mothers are to their children, I am offering two specials for Mothers day.

1. Book a new session by mothers day and receive a free 8x10 with your session. Don't forget to mention it to your husband, it's a great mothers day gift, (unless you want another nightgown) !!!

2. Sign up as a follower on my blog before Mother's Day http://traceypreverphotography.blogspot.com (just hit the follow button down on the right side) you will be entered into a drawing to win a free studio photo session!

Also - Don't forget Planet Jill Silver Photo Jewelry for Mothers Day. It makes a great gift for Grandparents and for you! https://www.planetjill.com/

With Regular Production - Order by Thursday, April 29th

With Rush Production - Order by Sunday, May 2nd

Happy Mothers Day!!!

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Baby Ballerina or Baby Bear?

2010-02-15T23:30:00.001-05:00

This beautiful 5 week old baby girl was so alert when I photographed her. It's great when newborns sleep during their session because they are easier to pose but she was waay too curious for sleeping. I'm glad because I just love these images. She is the first grandchild on both sides and both her parents and grandparents are over the moon about her. It's my first baby ballerina picture, look how she posed her feet perfectly!

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A very happy couple

2010-01-22T22:36:00.001-05:00

I just had the pleasure of photographing this great young couple.

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Welcome Baby Davin - only 9 days old and hanging out!!

2010-01-16T23:25:00.001-05:00

I was fortunate to spend my last day of 2009 photographing this adorable newborn. He was so good and what a trooper! The announcement came out beautiful, especially in the pearl finish. More to come...

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Happy New Year!!

2010-01-01T23:20:00.001-05:00

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Three Beautiful Boys!

2009-12-21T00:10:00.002-05:00

Sorry I haven't posted in a while. This time of year is crazy busy for me with Christmas as a deadline for everything! I just sent out my last order so now I will post some of the portraits I've created recently.

I had the privilege of photographing a 6 mos old "Gerber" baby boy and his two beautiful older brothers this holiday season. The baby was so good. I love window light, I photographed them in my studio on a bed. It's a great way to photograph older kids with a baby, it looks natural like they are at home and by going close-up it evens out their size differences. I'm doing a 20x20 storyboard of the images for their mom. I'll post that when I complete it.

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This was their Holiday Card! An exclusive Tracey Prever Photography Design !!

2009-12-20T23:46:00.001-05:00

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Grand Opening- Tracey Prever Photography- this Saturday from 11- 1:00

2009-12-08T23:07:00.002-05:00

Holiday "Theme" Portraits

2009-12-03T22:20:00.005-05:00

I usually don't do holiday "theme" portraits but my client asked me to photograph her twin sons that are 6 mos old with their 6 year old daughter, all in angel outfits she bought for them. So we had a lot of fun and then went a bit further in the "theme" and did a few Santa bag images. Thanks to my wonderful stylist Rene, she found all the props (no easy feat) and styled the photos. This is the second time I photographed these wonderful children. The first was when the twins were just two weeks old. I included that photo as well, which I love. They sure grow fast!

Playground Magazine Photo shoot

2009-11-16T23:38:00.007-05:00

It was fun photographing the staff of Playground Magazine for their Winter Edition. Though, they look like they are having waaay more fun! What a great group of creative people. I love their magazine. It looks like a National glossy mag, not a local type of deal. And it's a must for parents in the Orlando area.

It was so nice to get to use a few of the areas I set up for photo sessions in the new studio for this shoot. The fun spiral staircase ( I can't wait to photograph children on it) , my new Victorian chaise ( wouldn't it look great with a beautiful pregnant mom) and even the area behind my studio with it's industrial feel. There's a few more fun area's both inside & out for different looks. Stay tuned for more studio pics!

Dylan @ 5, one more. This is a new hand painted backdrop, isn't it beautiful?! And of course one of my favorite subjects!!!

2009-11-16T23:28:00.003-05:00

Dylan- 5 years old- All girl, All pink!!!

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Here's a recent portrait session I did last weekend of little 18 mos. old Alexa. Poor baby was teething and not real happy but we still got some fun images of her!

We are now open for business! Holiday Packages!!!

2009-11-05T22:56:00.003-05:00

We are now officially open for business. I'll take a picture of the studio and post it in the next couple of days. We have new holiday special packages that include lots of prints for family and friends and holiday cards too. Call if you'd like us to send you a price list.

2009-10-24T23:35:00.003-04:00

More Holiday Cards! But I still have a whole book of folded cards and baby announcements in the new studio!

2009-10-24T00:31:00.004-04:00

Sorry for the delay but I've been so busy getting my new studio ready for the holidays. I'll post pictures once I'm done. Come stop by, I am there most days Monday- Saturday, or call 407-433-4778. I got some amazing furniture that I can't wait to incorporate into my images!

Look for our grand opening party Announcement soon!

A preview of just a few of our Holiday cards this year, but we have so much to choose from!

My Big News!!!

2009-10-13T11:14:00.002-04:00

I just signed a lease for a great downtown retail studio space in Winter Park! The address is 511 East Morse. They are renovating it now & I should start moving everything in next week some time. I am so excited! Please come by & visit once I have moved in.

This is my first Blog

2009-09-27T09:41:00.000-04:00

This is my first blog-Testing!

Yes! I am now part of this whole social networking thing! I will try to be good at updating this as often as I can. It's a great way to update my clients on specials and the new images that I create.

Here's my latest image of sweet baby Felicity. She is just two and a half weeks old. She was such a trooper. There's something really amazing about a newborn baby. The essence of beauty and pure innocence, I just love newborn babies, they bring tears to my eyes.

Now's a great time to book your Holiday Portraits! If you book by October 15th, I'll give you one free 8x10 with your print order!

I have some big news coming up. Stay tuned, I'm not quite ready to give it up just yet!