Downtown Hollywood mini sessions are this Saturday, February 4 and Saturday, February 18. A mini session is a 30 minute walk around Downtown Hollywood. It’s very interactive and lots of fun. The session fee is $125. Prints, specialty products, and DVD’s of high resolution images are available either a la carte or as part of a package. Feel free to contact the studio 954-558-6893 or courtney@courtneyortiz.com for more information.
In the meantime, this adorable family of 5 stopped by the studio for a mini session. I just love how mom styled their outfits and how it contrasts with all the funky colors and textures in Downtown Hollywood. These three girls are definitely divas in training.
Meet Rocky and Jake. Two of the coolest brothers under 10 I’ve ever met. The boys came to downtown Hollywood with their parents for a Fall mini session. Both brothers were super cute and super comfortable in front of the camera.
Winter mini session dates have been announced. Downtown Hollywood Urban mini sessions are February 4 and the 18. The cost is $125. All studio products; prints, gallery canvases, coffee table books, and DVD’s of high resolution images are available a la carte or as part of a package. Call or email the studio for more information. courtney@courtneyortiz.com 954-558-6893
Meet Mitch and Michael. Two brothers who came by the studio a couple of weeks ago for some fun and funky downtown portraits. I first photographed these two guys and their mom and dad four years ago. (where does the time go?) These two boys couldn’t be more different and I think their personalities really shine through.
That being said, we are well in the thick of the holiday season here at the studio. We’re busy getting out client orders and holiday cards, but all in all I’m really pleased with how everything is going. We had a number of new families take advantage of the mini sessions, as well as a few familiar faces. I’m truly thankful for all our clients, both new and old (returning would be a better word than “old”). So we have lots of great sessions to post on the blog once things calm down here in the studio. The studio will be closed from Dec. 19-January 31. Feel free to call or drop us an email, someone will get back to you. We’re currently booking sessions starting in February. So if you were too busy this Fall/Winter to schedule your family portraits (which is definitely the case for many of us) there’s always the spring!
One of my favorite little girlies just turned ONE! So for the special occasion we jetted off to Paris for the afternoon. No one, and I mean no one, knows how to throw a party like her momma! Marlow’s big brother is celebrating the big 3 in a couple of weeks and I can’t wait to attend.
The last two Downtown Hollywood mini session dates of 2011 have been announced, Saturday, October 29 and Saturday, November 5. For more information please contact the studio 954-558-6893 or email courtney@courtneyortiz.com.
This little guy came by the studio a couple of weeks ago (I’m a little behind on the blogging here.) for a studio photography session. He was bursting at the seams with personality. And then there are those eyes…… I’ll let the images speak for themselves about those.
MINI SESSION DATE CHANGES:
Due to some unexpected travel plans there are a few changes to the fall mini session dates this year, as well as an additional date or two.
Two slots just came available for this Sunday morning, September 18. 9:30 & 10:30 at the home studio.
Saturday, October 8 at the home studio.
Sunday, October 9 in downtown Hollywood.
Saturday, November 5, location TBA.
All mini sessions are 30 minutes. $125. Prints, specialty products, albums, and Cd’s of images available either a la carte or as part of a package.
Contact the studio to schedule yours today! 954-558-6893
I’m back from a nice, long, well deserved three-day weekend. We’ve been so busy here the last couple of weeks as we prepare for the second annual Gridiron Grill-Off. As I mentioned in a previous post, I’ve been working with Dolphin Alumni John Offerdahl to get ready for this amazing charity event that takes place on Friday, November 18, to benefit 4Kids of South Florida. On this particular rainy afternoon, I had the privilege to meet #67 Bob Kuechenberg who holds two Super Bowl rings and was a member of the 1972 undefeated Dolphins under coach Don Shula. Now granted, I was born in 1976, but having grown up in Miami being a Florida native (few and far between these days I know!), I truly have an appreciation for who he is and what the Dolphins have accomplished. In fact, over the past few weeks I’ve had the chance to meet a number of Dolphin greats that I will be posting over the next couple of weeks on the blog. So for the Gridiron Grill-Off, “Kuech” (as he is lovingly and respectfully referred to) is paired with Chef John Schupbach, the executive chef at the Casablanca Cafe on Ft. Lauderdale Beach. Which by the way if you’re looking for a unique and delicious dining experience. Do yourself and favor and go. I’ve eaten there a number of times and have never been disappointed. The ambiance alone is worth the trip. The restaurant is actually located in what was the first house on Ft. Lauderdale Beach. For more information on the Gridiron Grill-Off or 4Kids of South Florida please check out their websites.
In other studio news, courtney ortiz photography now has a facebook fanpage. I’ve held out long enough, trying to use a personal account for both, but the time has come. Please “like” us on facebook. Also, check out the wonderful interview of me on the waytutucute.com blog. I’m featured as a “way tutu busy mommy“. And ain’t that the truth.
The beginning of the school year does mark a milestone in the year. I have a very similar sense of renewal that I do on January 1. This summer was extremely busy both personally and professionally. It was our first summer in our new home. The kids were home with me except for two weeks where they went to camp at their new school. And preparing for a new baby made the juggling of being a small business owner and a mom all the more challenging. On the business side, we shot 5 weddings this summer, had lots of adorable kids in the studio, worked on a huge commercial project (AvMed coming to a bilboard near you!), and have gotten involved in an amazing celebrity charity event (details to come). Now that the kids are back in school I’m able to give the business side of my business much more attention. Which is exciting for me. As the summer season comes to an end, the busy season begins, and I’m ready for it.
So as I mentioned before my kids started school this week. Definitely bitter sweet. I’m looking forward to getting back into a real routine. There’s something about getting up and out early that adds to a feeling of productiveness. I’m also looking forward to focusing more on courtney ortiz photography. But at the same time, the summer flew by so fast. I had in my mind all these great things I wanted to do with my kids all summer, and I just don’t feel like I got to it all. But I guess that’s really just the name of the game. Life gets busy and you have to just go with the flow. So on our way out the door on Wednesday, the first day of school, we made a quick pit stop at the home studio. Not everyone was as thrilled at having their picture taken.
It’s that time of the year again for a Matilda Jane trunk show!!!! Matilda Jane Clothing is my absolute, hands down, favorite clothing line for girls. The clothes are beautiful, unique, and well made. I can’t even begin to tell you how many times I get stopped on the street when my daughter is dressed in her MJC. There’s only one catch. Matilda Jane can only be bought through trunk shows. I am super excited because I am hosting the first South Florida trunk show following the release of their fall line. The trunk show is this Tuesday, August 2 from 10:30-12:30 @ my house in Cooper City. (If you’re interested in attending please message me courtney@courtneyortiz.com and I’ll give you the rest of the details.) Feel free to stop by any time and children are welcome. This is a great opportunity to do some back to school shopping. I’m also offering special photography incentives to those who make a minimum purchase.
So in the spirit of the upcoming fall line, I wanted to share some of my favorite sessions where the kiddos have been dressed in Matilda Jane.
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“Courtney truly captured the uniqueness of our family and created beautiful, original works of art that we will treasure always.”- Darlene Giol -
