Look great in your business cards, networking sites, brochures, and newsletters with an updated professional portrait.  Make a strong visual impact AND increase your visibility with an Executive Portrait.

We understand your busy lifestyle.  For only $100 Joy will take images, instantly review the session, select your image order, and have you out the door in under an hour! The image(s) you’ve selected will then be retouched and either sent out for processing or delivered digitally (whichever you decide).

Headshots aren’t just for the business man! You can even use this session to get a better looking Facebook profile image!

Call today to reserve a session time!

*price does not include tax

DOES include a 15 minute session (no clothing changes or backdrop changes). Up to three proofs for viewing and 1 digital file printable up to 5×7 as well as a web-ready version for online marketing and social networking purposes. You can also take 15% off published print prices!

Little “L” came in today for his 4-year portrait! I’ve been photographing him since he was snug inside mommy! It is always so much fun to watch the children I photograph grow up through the lens of my camera! Here’s “L” in one of his newborn photos…and then - a few sneak peeks from today’s session.

Time for Spring portraits. Whether you want to capture your little one in their Spring finest or it is just time to get an updated portrait because they’ve grown so much, the Spring Limited Edition Sessions are perfect.

Spring Limited Edition Mini-Sessions -$100 **

The $100 fee will be entirely applied to your order with no separate session fee.  I am offering three special “mini-collections” only available with these special sessions. (Session fee must be paid at the time the session is booked. Price does not include NC Sales Tax.)

DATE: Sessions must take place by March 12^th and all orders must be in by March 21^st so enlargements will be available before Easter.

• 20-minute sessions
• No backdrop changes, No clothing changes
• 4 individuals or immediate family. $15 each additional person.

Collection A – Peeps- $150 **(savings of $25)
1 8×10 portrait
2 5×7 portraits
16 wallets
30 holiday cards (these are photo-cards)

Collection B – Chocolate Eggs - $200  **(savings of $40)
2 8×10 portrait
4 5×7 portraits
16 wallets
30 holiday cards (these are photo-cards)

Collection C – The Easter Basket - $300 ** (savings of $145)
1 8×10 portrait
5 full-resolution digital files
5 4×6 prints of each digital file

Extras

The following add-ons are also available for special holiday discounted pricing.

Custom Desk Collage 8×8 – with display easel $45 ($55 value) **
This square custom designed collage is perfect for display on a shelf or on your desk at work. The collage will contain up to 3 of your favorite images from your session as well as your child’s name/date or special quote.

Magnetic 8×10 Calendar $25 ($35 value) **

A  2010 8×10 calendar with your favorite image from your session.

Mini albums (set of 3) $50 ($90 value) **
These are the perfect gift item for grandmas!  The mini album is a 3×3 mini accordion album - perfect for grandma to take in her purse and show off her grand kids! They are custom created for you. Set of 3 matching albums.

Additional digital files $60 ($75 value) **
Can’t choose which one proof you want? That’s ok. You can purchase more at this special holiday discounted price.

** prices do not include tax

Little N. came in this morning for his 1 year birthday session. He was a mover - already walking and not so interested in getting his pictures taken. Regardless, I was able to capture all that cuteness!!!

I met Mr. A this past Saturday. Such a tiny little man! Regardless, he did so well for his first modeling session, don’t you think? I love seeing fresh little ones in my studio! It sure doesn’t take long to forget how tiny a new little person is when your youngest is over 3 years old.

Today’s “What to Wear” discussion is for the kids. You do not have to buy your girls the exact same dresses…I know being a mom of two girls with a 5 year age difference between them, that is a difficult task anyway. And, as your daughter’s get older, they’ll have their own styles.

By selecting outfits with same color tones, the children will “match” enough to create a harmonious picture without their faces competing for a focal point in the portrait! Also, remember to choose clothing that has the same formality level. You wouldn’t want your girls dressed in a taffeta dress and patent leathers if your boy is going to be wearing jeans!

While shoes might be required for a more formal portrait, even opting for a barefoot for a few poses would be OK. Sometimes there isn’t anything cuter than little piggies peeking out from a pretty dress or khakis!

Kids by joy@joyhamiltonphotography.com on Polyvore.com

I met this sweet little boy this morning. Both he and his big sister were so precious!

My husband is pretty handy. He loves trying out new hobbies. One of his latest is turning wooden duck calls. He likes trying new woods, colors, textures. They come out very pretty - and I’m not a duck call connoisseur. There will be more items added to this shop soon, so check back often to see what he’s up to next.

Woodworking on the Etsy shop.

turned wooden duck call

I had started something like this awhile ago - but got a little slack in updating it. So, here we go. Today I thought I’d start out with something for the ‘grown-ups’ in the family. Yes, you too should have your portraits taken every once in awhile. Whether you are celebrating a special anniversary, an engagement, or just a holiday or even JUST BECAUSE, getting a professional portrait once in a while is just the ticket! After all, you go through changes as well.

Just like when you are selecting an outfit for family portraits, you should keep things simple. Keep colors in the same tones…and avoid opposing patterns. Following these simple rules will help keep the focus on the two of you, rather than your shirts!


Trendsetting Thursday! Just the two of you. by joybo featuring Old Navy sweaters

While she didn’t get sleepy till the very end, this little princess was very ready for her first portrait session!