I'm Back!

I am back from my conference in INDY and I had a fabulous time! It was awesome to spend a few days with some of my favorite photographers, sharing tips and tricks about business and shooting more creatively.

I had a blast road-trippin' with my new bad-ass photographer friends Kelly Powers, Jen Badalamenti, and Amy Carroll. We kept each other laughing the whole time, and driving 5 hours seemed more like 2 because we just couldn't stop talking. I love getting to know local artists that share my passion....and I am so blessed to have found this group of talented ladies!

I hardly used my camera while I was in Indy. I think that I mostly focused on having fun and really listening to the speakers instead of shooting so much. Of course, I do a few images to share ...

The Bad-Ass Photographers from G.R.
Aren't we fabulous?!?!


The fabulous Amy Carroll




The Lovely Jen Badalmenti




The Ever-So-Sweet Kelly Powers
(sorry its so small, but Kelly had me take some pics with her camera and she is on vacation so I had to snag it from a web sized image that she had posted elsewhere).



Amy & Kelly hanging out at the Omni


I also was able to meet the amazing Kevin Swan (one of the masterminds behind Kiss Wedding Books my favorite album company ever!), the uber-talented Anne Ruthmann, my favorite red-headed hottie Bobbi, the adorable Nate and Amanda Reynolds with Turtle Pond Photography, the legendary TimCo, the super-fabulous Garrett & Joy Nudd, and the ultra-hot Brandy & Sticky and many more amazingly talented photographers that I am sure to add to my blog-stalking list. Click here for a slideshow of all of us photobooth style courtesy of the rockin' K.C. Ferrill

I cannot wait for another get together! OSP West MI plans are back in progress for a later date...so all of you fellow photogs stay tuned for some fun details.

Ok-now I'm back to work!!

Love it :: Spring Specials!

I am aching for Spring so bad that it hurts! We are off to a great start though because today its going to hit 50 degrees! So, to celebrate one of my favorite seasons I am doing something a little extra special for my future brides.......

Two Specials! Not just one!

Spring Fever & Passion Deluxe :: Check out the Details Below!


Spring Fever :: Book your wedding before April 1st and receive a complimentary fine-art session of your choice:
Boudoir
Rock the Dress
The AfterGlow
Plus receive an extra $100 Product Credit!



Passion Deluxe :: Book the Passion Package before April 30th
and receive a day of love & relaxation!

Forget about all the planning for one day
and enjoy a couple’s message at
Design One Day Spa
plus a gift certificate for your favorite spot to
enjoy dinner for two!


Who can resist fun give-aways like these! Better hurry up...time is ticking away!
Call me directly at 616.669.7207 or shoot me an email at kerri@TaylorgreyPhotography.com and we'll set up a consultation so we can discuss your awesome wedding plans and get you on your way to being pampered Taylor Grey style!!!

New Blog Goodies!

So in case you didn't notice I added a few blog goodies!

First off, I have now added a link to view my availability on the left.....it takes you to my lovely Google calendar that I vow to update weekly. Don't forget, you can always view my online calendar on my website as well.

Also I added a little Comment Box (c-box) in the left column to give you all more fun ways to shout out and give me some love. Don't fret if change scares you, you can always leave a comment under each post...I'm flexible like that! hehe

All of your sweet-nothings really brighten my day so keep them coming.

ok, back to our regularly scheduled programming.....

Updated Pricing

My office is going through some fun changes due to my ever growing popularity--hehe
I am adding an office assistant (more on her very soon!) to help my life run more smoothly, Drew is diving in to help with the business side of things (book-keeping = yucky boring stuff!), and I have also partnered with Pictage Professional Lab to make sure everything runs like clock-work.

In addition to those changes, our pricing will be going through a slight make-over (a.k.a. Price Increase) effective Feb 15, 2008

If you are a current client then have no fear, your pricing is locked with your contract. If you are thinking of becoming a new client, then book before Feb 15th to take advantage of today's pricing.

Why the increase? I want to offer the best products possible, and I need to overhaul my time management so I can spend even more time with my clients making them happy. Giving my clients an awesome experience is my #1 goal! So we are only going to accept 25 weddings per year now. That only leave us with a few more this year before 2008 is closed for booking!


Looking forward to the new experience!

FYI

I know ya'll missed me to pieces! Well I am home now with my nose to the grindstone. I finally finished wading through my inbox and returning emails.....I had oodles of brides requesting to book and sadly a bunch for the same dates. So this reminds me to let you know my policy on booking just in case you are on the fence.

I only reserve dates with a signed contract and 50% retainer.....even if we've had tons of fun emailing, speaking on the phone and chatting over coffee. I would honestly love to book everyone who requests info, but that is the nature of the business I am in.

If I am booked for your date, I am always happy to point you in the direction of some awesome photographers in the area that will treat you like a 5 kt. platinum diamond ring! I wouldn't want you to start back at square one!

So if you are thinking of booking for 2008, I only have a few spots left so jump on it before someone else does. If you are a 2009 bride, its never too early to reserve your date at the current investment.

Ok, I am seriously freezing, so I am off to soak in a hot bath and dream of being back in Florida!

I will post more on my trip soon.....

Can YOU keep a secret??

I am working on a secret photography project...all I can tell you now is that its of course photography related and I need some "models". I hardly get the chance to shoot for myself and since I am slowing down with photo shoots for the season (although I still have 1 wedding and 2 E-sessions this month) I am creating some projects to do for myself. Its very important to improve as an artist and to stay creative so why not run with some of these ideas swirling around in my head.

* I need a few stylish & photogenic ladies between the ages of 18-26ish
* You must be fun and love to be fussed with (make-up, hair, and wardrobe)

I will need you right after the holidays (early to mid January but the date is not set yet)
You will get your images on disc and are free to use them on myspace, facebook, your blog and even make prints (this is a major value!) Come on, haven't we all wanted to model?? This is your chance!

If you or anyone you know would like to volunteer, then email me your contact info and maybe even a picture or a link to your myspace or facebook to kerri@taylorgreyphotography.com
Who knows--You may be chosen!

Thanks!! I can't wait to show you what I have in store!

Attention Potential Brides:: Upcoming Policy Change

I am making an adjustment to my booking policy that will be effective January 15th, 2008.
As of now booking your wedding requires a 30% deposit and a singed contract. The new policy will require each bride to secure their date with a 50% deposit and a signed contract.

So if any of you are thinking of booking soon--you may want to jump on it before January 15 to become a Taylor Grey Bride with a 30% retainer.

Reminder: All of my brides can pay in full at the time of booking and save 5% off the package price. Shoot! That's more than what it would earn sitting in a saving account and its one less thing on your giant list of wedding to-dos. Win-Win!

So what's a blog post without any pictures to make your eyes happy?? Here are a few shots of my adorable niece Jenna (who's mother was the highlight of my last post) and her pet guinea pig. So cute!!

Taylor Grey V 2.1

Ok--I am so excited to spill the beans on another new surprise! My website has had an major overhaul! Its so pretty and fun! I am totally in love with it!
So please go check it out and keep in mind that I was way too excited to get it up and running and I still need to add pictures to the galleries. I am knee deep in weddings to edit and albums to design so I will update that as soon as possible. Leave a comment and let me know what you think!

The New Taylor Grey Photography

Oh and check out my new slogan: "The Fine-Art of Love".....another part of my wonderful new shiny persona. Don't you love it?!!!

Taylor Grey V2.0

So--you all know I have ADD with my marketing ideas, logos and websites! Well, most of that comes from me not having a bunch of experience with the business side of things. I am just now getting my feet wet--and let me tell you business is hard, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. I thrive on being creaitve and learning more about photography, but honestly you are nowhere if you don't know how to run you business.
I also like to change because I know my taste is slowly evolving as I am growing more as a photographer, so naturally my business needs to grow to reflect who I am and what I am able to offer my clients. So let's not look at this as a change, but an improvement!

So, in honor of my rapid growth, I have put together a new logo. This one is much more fresh and clean and even comes with its very own nifty trademark (courtesy of lil ol' me!)

On the way are a few more changes to be announced very soon! Let me know what you think!

7-07-07 Open!

Hey everybody! Look like I have the most popular wedding date open now!
If you or anyone you know is getting married that day and are still looking for a photographer, call or email me! I promise I will take awesome care of you!

Also, Taylor Grey is gearing up for some exciting new changes effective April 22, 2007. Our pricing and package options are being completely restructured, so get in while you can to reserve this date at today's investment.

Happy Planning!