2/22/11

DSmithImages: Wedding Investment

Greetings Everyone,

The following runs on http://www.dsmithimages.com under the "Wedding Investment" section, but I did want to share it out here with all of you as well...

It's been said a wedding is the biggest party you'll ever throw. As a result, it is important you have the right people and right vendors in place to provide to you the best services possible so that your special day goes off without a hitch. Investing in the right photographer is crucial because it's not just an investment you're making for the day of the wedding. It's one you're making months before the wedding and years after. You'll eat the food provided by the caterer, you'll eventually have to throw out the flowers from the florist, and you'll probably never wear the wedding dress again. Your photos, though, will remain with you for years and years. Don't let just anyone take your photo. Use someone that knows what they are doing because your memories are at stake. I pride myself on providing the best customer service possible so you can get the memories YOU want since it is YOUR special day. I also understand everyone is on a tight budget these days, so I will work with you to set up whatever payment plan might be necessary. I hate having to turn people away because of their budgets. I will work with you as best as I can. I guarantee that.

For weddings, I am available to travel anywhere within the United States. Travel costs might apply based on location of the wedding, but that will only be for transportation costs. I assume any additional costs on top of that. Your travel fee, if applied, will also be discounted with the rest of your package based on the current special being run.

I understand each wedding experience is unique, and therefore, I like to customize packages based on what that particular client wants to get. I do, however, have some standard package deals that I would like to share with you. Please note that "Full Coverage" signifies that I will arrive at the time you request, and I will leave at the end of the reception. Be sure to email me at dsmithimages@gmail.com or call anytime at 205-586-9723 for more information! I am available to do consultations in person or via phone/Skype. In order to book and hold a date, a 25% deposit or the stated travel fee will be necessary.

CURRENT SPECIALS:
10% off all wedding photography packages, including travel costs!
(Travel costs waived for all weddings in Alabama and most throughout the southeastern United States)

"Express"
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-Proof DVD
-$50 Print Credit
Total: $599.99

"Celebration"
-Engagement or Bridal Session
(Includes High Resolution DVD)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-100 4x6's
-$100 Extra Print Credit
Total: $999.99

"I Do"
-Engagement or Bridal Session
(Includes High Resolution DVD)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online proofing gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album
-100 4x6's
-$100 Extra Print Credit
Total: $1399.99

"You and Me"
-Engagement or Bridal Session
(Includes High Resolution DVD)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album
-100 4x6's, 50 5x7's, 1 8x10
-$200 Extra Print Credit
TOTAL: $1799.99

"Just Starting Out"
-Engagement or Bridal Session
(Includes High Resolution DVD)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album & 2 Parent Albums
-200 4x6's, 100 5x7's, 5 8x10's, 1 11x16
-$300 Extra Print Credit
Total: $2299.99

"The Journey Begins"
-Engagement or Bridal Session
(Includes High Resolution DVD)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album & 2 Parent Albums
-200 4x6's, 200 5x7's, 10 8x10's, 5 11x16's
-$400 Extra Print Credit
Total: $2499.99

"Together Forever"
-Engagement or Bridal Session & Rehearsal Dinner
(High Resolution DVD of Both Sessions)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-HIgh Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album & 2 Parent Albums
-200 4x6's, 200 5x7's, 20 8x10's, 10 11x16's
-$500 Extra Print Credit
Total: $2999.99

"A Blessed Union"
-Engagement and Bridal Session & Rehearsal Dinner
(High Resolution DVD of All Sessions)
-Full Coverage on Wedding Day
-Online Proofing Gallery
-High Resolution DVD of Wedding Day
-Storybook Album & 2 Parent Albums
-300 4x6's, 250 5x7's, 25 8x10's, 15 11x16's
-$750 Print Credit
Total: $3499.99

A la Carte Items
Storybook Album: $300
Coverage of Rehearsal Dinner (If Available/Includes Proof DVD): $300
Engagement or Bridal Session (Includes up to 2 hours shooting, on location, proof DVD, 10 4x6 proofs, 5 5x7's, 1 8x10, and 1 11x14): $200

A la Carte Prints
4x6: $5, 5x7: $10, 8x10: $15, 11x14: $45, 16x20: $90

*** All Package Prices Reflect 9% Alabama Sales Tax ***
CALL 1-205-586-9723 or email dsmithimages@gmail.com to book a consultation

-David
DSmithImages
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723

2/21/11

DSmithImages: Spring/Easter Portrait Specials Are Announced!

Greetings Everyone!

With the weather starting to turn pleasant, that means Spring is on the way, and it is time to get your family portraits made so you can have them to enjoy for the entire season. DSmithImages is pleased to announce its Spring/Easter Portrait Specials, and I do hope you take advantage of the offer. I've included a special incentive for people who book sessions and refer their friends and family so I do hope you all take advantage of that as well!

Here is the list of packages available:

"Express"
-45 minute shoot
-1 location
-1 outfit
-No limit on participants
-Online Proofing Gallery with all images in both color and black & white
-Low Resolution Proof DVD
-10 4x6's
-1 5x7
-8 Wallets
-$25 Print Credit (With 10% discount on all orders)
-TOTAL: $75

"Spring is in the Air"
-60 Minute Shoot
-2 Locations
-2 Outfits
-No limit on participants
-Online Proofing Gallery with all images in both color and black & white
-High Resolution DVD with Print Rights
-20 4x6's
-5 5x7's
-1 8x10
-8 Wallets
-$25 Print Credit (With 10% discount on all orders)
-TOTAL: $150

-"Celebrate the Season"
-90 Minute Shoot
-3 Locations
-3 Outfits
-No limit on participants
-Online Proofing Gallery with all images in both color and black & white
-High Resolution DVD with Print Rights
-30 4x6's
-5 5x7's
-2 8x10
-16 Wallets
-$50 Print Credit (With 10% discount on all orders)
-TOTAL: $250

If you book a session and refer a friend or family member, you will get 10% off your package price plus an additional $25 print credit!

I am available for sessions in the greater Tuscaloosa/Birmingham area, but I can and will travel to anywhere in Alabama along with select places in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Georgia. Please don't let travel distances be a factor as I WILL NOT charge a travel fee for your session. The specials will run from now, February 21st until Easter Sunday, April 24th. You can book any day you like, however, I do recommend the weekends.

Here is a full list of available weekends:

Sunday, February 27th
Saturday, March 5th
Sunday, March 6th
Saturday, March 12th
Sunday, March 13th
Saturday, March 19th
Sunday, March 20th
Saturday, March 26th
Sunday, March 27th
Saturday, April 2nd
Sunday, April 3rd
Saturday, April 16th
Sunday, April 17th
Saturday, April 23rd

To reserve a spot, please email me at dsmithimages@gmail.com or call me at 205-586-9723. A 25% deposit is required to book and hold the session time/date. You can pay via cash, check, PayPal. The remaining balance will be due at completion of your session. If you need to cancel, please do so with 48 hours notice, otherwise you will forfeit your deposit. A session time can be transfered to another date as long as there is a 48 hour notice.

-David
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723

2/16/11

Christian and Chris: 2/13/11

Greetings Everyone,

On Sunday, February 13th, I had the pleasure of photographing the engagement photos for Christian and Chris, a delightful young couple who will be getting married in Birmingham in April. Blessed with beautiful weather, they had their photos done at the picturesque Railroad Park in downtown Birmingham. I'd like to share with you the sample gallery from this shoot, and I'd also like you to be on the look out for their wedding photos in a couple months.


Remember to use DSmithImages for all your portrait needs and be on the look-out for my upcoming Easter portrait special!

Enjoy!

-David
DSmithImages
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723



2/14/11

Corey & Anita: 02/12/11

Greetings Everyone,

On Saturday, February 12th, I was able to do a couples shoot with two friends, who recently got engaged, Corey and Anita. They took advantage of my special Valentine's Day portrait offer, and we did the photos at Capitol Park and a couple places near the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa. I'd like to share with you some samples along with the sample gallery so you can see what to expect if you'd like to use DSmithImages as your portrait provider. Be on the look out for my upcoming Easter special!

For the full sample gallery, please check out:

Enjoy!

-David
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723




1/13/11

DSmithImages Valentine's Day Portrait Special

Greetings Everyone!

Valentine's Day is a month away, and I want to make sure you all are aware of my new portrait special designed for this special holiday!

From now until February 14th, book a portrait session with DSmithImages at ANY point, and you can select one of the following packages. The portraits can be of you and your sweetheart together, you by yourself to give as a gift to your special someone, or even a family portrait session... especially if you didn't get one done over the Christmas holidays!

Take a look at the great options below:

"Express":
-30 minute session time
-Location of your choice
-Online Proof Gallery
-Low Resolution Proof DVD
-5 4x6's, 5 5x7's, 1 8x10, & wallets!
TOTAL: $100


"Silver"
-1 hour session time
-Location(s) of your choice
-Online Proof Gallery
-High Resolution Proof DVD
-10 4x6's, 10 5x7's, 5 8x10's, & wallets
TOTAL: $150

"GOLD"
-90 minute session time
-Location(s) of your choice
-Online Proof Gallery
-High Resolution Proof DVD
20 4x6's, 20 5x7's, 10 8x10's, 1 11x14, & wallets
$50 extra print credit
TOTAL: $200


You know what else is great about these packages?

They are all subject to my standard 10% discount!

Visit http://www.dsmithimages.com/ for samples or contact me at dsmithimages@gmail.com/205-586-9723 to set up a time and location. Anywhere within driving distance of Tuscaloosa/Birmingham can be used. Don't let distance be a factor in keeping you from taking advantage of this great deal! I will work with you as best as I can.

Take care and hope to hear from you all soon!

David Smith
DSmithImages
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
http://www.dsmithimages.com/
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723

1/6/11

Laura & Courtney Get Married: 12/31/10

On December 31st, 2010, I had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of Laura and Courtney, a delightful couple, who got married at the Southern House & Garden in Knoxville, Alabama. The wedding and reception went right into the midnight, and everyone celebrated the coming of 2011 with the new bride and groom.

Please enjoy these sample images from their special day. You can also view the gallery at http://www.dsmithimages.com/site/weddings/laura-and-courtney:-12-31-10/1/

Please also visit the fine people at Southern House & Garden at http://www.southernhouseandgarden.com/ and give them a serious look if you are planning a wedding for the future.

Also remember to get in touch if you or if anyone you know is on the lookout for a wedding photographer. Book now, and you'll save 10% on all wedding photography packages!

Enjoy!








-David
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723

12/31/10

DSmithImages: 2010 Weddings Part 2

Greetings Everyone,

If you saw my post yesterday, you saw how I was looking back at the weddings I did in 2010 as we are now on the eve of 2011. Today's post brings the rest of 2010's weddings and a look at what to expect for 2011 and beyond. Let's get started!

Even though it felt as if it was the hottest day in June that particular Saturday, I had a blast photographing the wedding of Valerie and Josh. They were very easygoing, and we had already had a great time when they had their engagement photos done. The wedding was held at a church in Josh's home in Carrollton, Alabama, and we were also able to get photos done at Josh's family home right across the street.

One thing that I really enjoy about doing weddings is the opportunity it gives me to travel. I enjoy jumping in the car and going somewhere different, especially those areas out of my comfort zone. Meagan and J.R., one of the first couples that actually signed on with DSmithImages, allowed me to do so as their wedding was held in beautiful Piedmont, Alabama. The reception was held at Meagan's family home, and this photo is one of the last ones we took. I really like how it shows the great big world around them, and how they are now tackling it together.

I really liked this one. I really did. Abbi is one of my sister's best friends, and I was so glad she let me photograph her wedding. I must say, however, Abbi and Chad had already been married in Ireland a month before this. They decided to hold the reception when they got back so they could have the traditional party with friends and family. It was in a fantastic venue in Birmingham, the Loft at Flower Stems, and it allowed for some great shots. With the wedding being in Ireland, they used a green color scheme, which was music to my ears as green is the primary color of DSmithImages. I got the idea for this photo when I saw two little chalkboards set up in front of the iced tea coolers. Needless to say, I've used this photo and a couple others from their wedding for my promotional pieces. It was just a fantastic evening all around.

I mentioned how I enjoy traveling for weddings, and this one is another great example. I've known Inge since college, and when I saw he was engaged, I offered my services. Him and his bride, Nicole, got married at Inge's family home in Magnolia Springs, Alabama, which is just east of Foley. It was an old southern home located right on the river, and it made a great setting to have an evening autumn wedding. Everyone had a blast that night, and I again would like to thank Inge's family for the hospitality shown to me.


So that's 2010 in a nutshell. The year for me had its good times and bad times, like all years before, and I assume all years to come. 2011 looks to be a great year as the wedding calendar is filling up already. The year will definitely see two trips to the great state of Louisiana, and there's potential for other excursions out of Alabama. I would like to thank you all for being supporters and friends of DSmithImages. Without you, I wouldn't be able to grow this business that I really have tried to put everything into. I'll leave you with this to ponder:

May 2011 be better than 2010 but set the stage for an even better 2012!

-David
"Modern Photography for Modern Times"
dsmithimages@gmail.com
2314 Starlight Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-586-9723