In honor of Groundhog Day—the only holiday that celebrates an animal—LaVere Media is offering specials on our great pet photography packages. We already offer the best value in pet photography in the area, and these specials make our great pricing and exceptional service even better!
Special #1: 10% Donation to SPCA
During the months of January and February, we're donating 10% of all proceeds from Pet Photography sessions to the Chemung County NY SPCA. Get your pet photographed and contribute to a great cause at the same time!
Special #2: Free Softcover Photo Book
When you purchase a pet photo session in January or February, you'll get a free 20-page softcover book with photos from your session! You can also upgrade to a hardcover book and a range of options. The book is absolutely free with your level 2 package! Click Here for pricing...opens in new window)
Special #3: Groundhog Day Gift Certificates
Are you celebrating Groundhog Day and don't know what to get that special someone? Why not a LaVere Media Gift Certificate? We're offering special pricing on a portrait session you can use for yourself, a loved one, or that special Groundhog in your life! Use the link on our "specials" page to order today. We'll even gift-wrap it for you.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Friday, December 4, 2009
What's That Price Again?
Recently, a customer booked us for a portrait shoot after investigating several alternatives, including photography at a well-known department store and another big-box retailer.
We've all seen the photography specials at these stores; they promise dozens of portraits at a ridiculously low price. In fact, the price they offer is often below our actual printing cost for the same amount of portraits.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. And in this case, that's exactly what our client found.
First, she was limited to a single pose. That wasn't going to work for her; she had three children that she wanted in individual poses, she wanted a family shot, a photo of her and her sister, a photo of her parents, and a large group shot. Oh, and could she include her pets?
Wow.
The single pose was out of the question.
She wanted multiple prints of those multiple poses. But at the department store, she was limited to prints from a single pose without incurring extra costs. And to top it all off, she was limited to a small number of poses per session.
The big-box retailer seemed to offer a good price and selection, until she asked if she could buy the rights to use the photos on her own. That price alone pushed her simple package above the cost of ours.
In the end, she became our client because we were not only cost-competitive, but for what she was looking for, we were actually cheaper. Her final package included a one-hour photo session, well over a dozen different poses, over 100 4x6 proofs, a copyright release for all her photos, and all her pictures on a CD-ROM. She can place orders directly from us, through a secure website, she can print them at home, or use her favorite photo processor.
Just as important to our client was the service she received, and the individual attention. Working with two dogs, three children and four adults is a challenge, but one we took on willingly and with a lot of fun. She wasn't pushed through on a schedule, and we took the time to give her a great experience.
That's the difference between having your portrait taken at our studio versus the store where you bought your lawnmower. Give us a call, and compare our pricing. We're sure we'll see you soon when you do.
We've all seen the photography specials at these stores; they promise dozens of portraits at a ridiculously low price. In fact, the price they offer is often below our actual printing cost for the same amount of portraits.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. And in this case, that's exactly what our client found.
First, she was limited to a single pose. That wasn't going to work for her; she had three children that she wanted in individual poses, she wanted a family shot, a photo of her and her sister, a photo of her parents, and a large group shot. Oh, and could she include her pets?
Wow.
The single pose was out of the question.
She wanted multiple prints of those multiple poses. But at the department store, she was limited to prints from a single pose without incurring extra costs. And to top it all off, she was limited to a small number of poses per session.
The big-box retailer seemed to offer a good price and selection, until she asked if she could buy the rights to use the photos on her own. That price alone pushed her simple package above the cost of ours.
In the end, she became our client because we were not only cost-competitive, but for what she was looking for, we were actually cheaper. Her final package included a one-hour photo session, well over a dozen different poses, over 100 4x6 proofs, a copyright release for all her photos, and all her pictures on a CD-ROM. She can place orders directly from us, through a secure website, she can print them at home, or use her favorite photo processor.
Just as important to our client was the service she received, and the individual attention. Working with two dogs, three children and four adults is a challenge, but one we took on willingly and with a lot of fun. She wasn't pushed through on a schedule, and we took the time to give her a great experience.
That's the difference between having your portrait taken at our studio versus the store where you bought your lawnmower. Give us a call, and compare our pricing. We're sure we'll see you soon when you do.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Pet Photography
Our newest YouTube video features highlights from some of the pets we've photographed at LaVere Media. Remember: We'll come to your home, or you can bring your pet to our studio. Either way, we love working with our furry friends.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Building Community With Social Media
Note: This article was originally intended for publication in the Elmira Star-Gazette's "Twin Tiers Business" publication. That publication is no longer being published, so the article is presented here instead.
When discussing social media websites with people who haven't used them or haven't been exposed to them, the question I'm most often asked is some variant of "what's the point?" It's often phrased as: "Why do I need to know if someone's going to the grocery store"?
I don't always have an answer at the ready—or at least I didn't until recent news events made it painfully clear how these websites are changing the face of how we communicate and connect with each other. Anyone who doesn't "get" what the new social media is all about would be wise to learn from what happened on April 3, 2009.
On that day, a gunman entered the American Civic Association building on Binghamton NY's Front Street and opened fire on the occupants, ultimately killing 13 and injuring four more before turning his gun on himself. The news was horrific, unexpected for a small quiet town like Binghamton, and the news spread quickly over social networking sites across the Internet.
That afternoon, an e-mail alert arrived from a Facebook friend: "I have to find out what is happening in Binghamton - something about 4 dead and a dozen wounded after gun fire. Doesn't sound good." I immediately went to Google News, where it was the lead story. What happened next illustrates both the positive and negative aspects of the immediacy of the Internet.
I checked Twitter's search page, where "Binghamton" was the top trending subject, meaning that people were currently searching for "Binghamton" more than any other keyword. From there, I followed the entire life cycle of the story that afternoon.
Twitter updates came in at the rate of hundreds every minute. Information and misinformation alike spread at unprecedented speed. From the Twitter page, I followed links to the CNN website, which featured local live news broadcasts. Another link led me to a broadcast of Binghamton police scanners. For a few hours that afternoon, my regular work came to a screeching halt as I clicked my way through various online news sources to try to answer the questions of "What happened?" "What is happening?" and "What's going to happen?".
Slowly but surely, a pattern emerged. A new piece of the puzzle would appear as a Twitter update, which was often ahead of the traditional media, but unconfirmed. It would be repeated several times, then a link would appear to an "official" news source that would either confirm or the rumor, or simply repeat it. Sorting through it all became a difficult yet fascinating exercise.
Ultimately, however, it showed the power of community. For a while, it seemed as though everyone on Twitter was either from Binghamton, or had a personal connection to the city. Shock was expressed. Stories were shared. Condolences were offered. Offers of assistance poured in. The idea of an Internet as a "global village" became more than an abstract idea-it became real.
So now when someone asks, "What's the point?" I have a ready answer. It's about community.
When discussing social media websites with people who haven't used them or haven't been exposed to them, the question I'm most often asked is some variant of "what's the point?" It's often phrased as: "Why do I need to know if someone's going to the grocery store"?
I don't always have an answer at the ready—or at least I didn't until recent news events made it painfully clear how these websites are changing the face of how we communicate and connect with each other. Anyone who doesn't "get" what the new social media is all about would be wise to learn from what happened on April 3, 2009.
On that day, a gunman entered the American Civic Association building on Binghamton NY's Front Street and opened fire on the occupants, ultimately killing 13 and injuring four more before turning his gun on himself. The news was horrific, unexpected for a small quiet town like Binghamton, and the news spread quickly over social networking sites across the Internet.
That afternoon, an e-mail alert arrived from a Facebook friend: "I have to find out what is happening in Binghamton - something about 4 dead and a dozen wounded after gun fire. Doesn't sound good." I immediately went to Google News, where it was the lead story. What happened next illustrates both the positive and negative aspects of the immediacy of the Internet.
I checked Twitter's search page, where "Binghamton" was the top trending subject, meaning that people were currently searching for "Binghamton" more than any other keyword. From there, I followed the entire life cycle of the story that afternoon.
Twitter updates came in at the rate of hundreds every minute. Information and misinformation alike spread at unprecedented speed. From the Twitter page, I followed links to the CNN website, which featured local live news broadcasts. Another link led me to a broadcast of Binghamton police scanners. For a few hours that afternoon, my regular work came to a screeching halt as I clicked my way through various online news sources to try to answer the questions of "What happened?" "What is happening?" and "What's going to happen?".
Slowly but surely, a pattern emerged. A new piece of the puzzle would appear as a Twitter update, which was often ahead of the traditional media, but unconfirmed. It would be repeated several times, then a link would appear to an "official" news source that would either confirm or the rumor, or simply repeat it. Sorting through it all became a difficult yet fascinating exercise.
Ultimately, however, it showed the power of community. For a while, it seemed as though everyone on Twitter was either from Binghamton, or had a personal connection to the city. Shock was expressed. Stories were shared. Condolences were offered. Offers of assistance poured in. The idea of an Internet as a "global village" became more than an abstract idea-it became real.
So now when someone asks, "What's the point?" I have a ready answer. It's about community.
Friday, March 27, 2009
The Bird Show
In addition to my regular duties at LaVere Media, I also dabble in more personal creative pursuits, and recently decided to take the plunge and submit an original photo-illustration for consideration in an upcoming gallery exhibit in Corning, NY.
Today, I received notification that my work, titled "Free as a Bird" was selected for inclusion in the show.
This is a first for me, and I couldn't me more thrilled. The exhibit opens Thursday, April 2; more information is available at the website for the ARTS Council of the Southern Tier.
Hope to see you at the opening on Thursday, or stop by when you're in the area.
Today, I received notification that my work, titled "Free as a Bird" was selected for inclusion in the show.
This is a first for me, and I couldn't me more thrilled. The exhibit opens Thursday, April 2; more information is available at the website for the ARTS Council of the Southern Tier.
Hope to see you at the opening on Thursday, or stop by when you're in the area.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Feature
LaVere Media was featured in The Sunday, March 15 edition of the Elmira Star-Gazette.
Check out the full article here.
Check out the full article here.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Wedding Video Highlight
As part of LaVere Media's "Deluxe" wedding video package, we include a highlight video of the day's events. It's an overview of the much longer video of the day.
This is one of my favorites. The wedding was held at the library of Elmira College, and the reception was at the Elmira Country Club. A great couple, and a great day.
Wedding Video Highlights from LaVere Media on Vimeo.
This is one of my favorites. The wedding was held at the library of Elmira College, and the reception was at the Elmira Country Club. A great couple, and a great day.
Wedding Video Highlights from LaVere Media on Vimeo.
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