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Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | 3 Steps to Your Perfect Wedding Photographer

Amanda — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:42:02 +0000

Here’s part 2 of Hiring a Professional Photographer! You can see part 1 by clicking here.

Colorado Springs Photographer | This will have been that year (2011 in pictures)

Amanda — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 21:37:42 +0000

This will have been the year.

In 2021, when someone asks about my life 10 years ago, I’ll remember.

2011 was the year I traveled to Orange County California for Jessica Claire’s workshop, and was forced to re-evaluate the way I post-processed, posed, and lit my images. I also realized at this time that if I wanted my business to move forward, I needed to have more time to devote to it, which would mean quitting my teaching career. (January)

Workshop: Jessica Claire: http://www.jessicaclaire.net
Models: Ashley & Jeff Perez: http://www.ashley-photographer.com/
Dress: Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/blueeyebrowneye
Flowers: Jacqueline Ahne: http://www.floraldesignbyjacquelineahne.com
Hair & Makeup: Nicole Deanne: http://www.nicoledeanne.com

By the time Amy and Ken’s wedding came around on February 26th, I was officially a full time wedding and portrait photographer, and my own boss. (I’m SO excited that Amy and Ken will be welcoming a new little bundle into their lives, probably today!! Can’t wait to meet that little guy.)

2011 was the year I exceeded my own expectations. I set out to shoot 12 weddings, and was blessed to be entrusted with 15.

2011 was the year my mom (and best friend and biggest fan) beat breast cancer. There’s no way I’d be where I am today without her love and support, and I thank God for the strength and healing he gave her. (I’m embarrassed that I don’t have a picture of this woman to show you…resolution number 1!)

2011 was the year of AWESOME senior reps and fun families.

2011 was the year that I had the courage to step out of my comfort zone, and dream up a styled shoot with a woman who has become a trusted friend.

I’m always excited for new years and a new start, but 2012, I will warn you…You have big shoes to fill!

Happy New Year to you and yours, and may you have a healthy + prosperous 2012!

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Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | I’m published!

Amanda — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:19:37 +0000

When I went to the Jessica Claire workshop back in January, one of the things she emphasized the importance of was submitting work to publications that cater to brides. I instantly felt compelled to accomplish this at least once in 2011, and also felt compelled to give a styled shoot a try.

I’m proud to announce that in the last 2 weeks, I’ve been published, not once, but 3 times. I wanted to be sure my followers got a chance to see the great features that were put together by these three websites.

DIY Bride (awesome resource for do-it-yourselfers!)

BridesView (think Pinterest, but just for brides!)http://blog.bridesview.com/post/14118640799/amanda-lamb-photography-anna-and-tim

Featured twice on COUTUREcolorado (a lifestyle blog for Colorado residents that has an awesome wedding section). Once for the Mad Men styled shoot, and once for Anna and Tim’s awesome wedding in August.

Christmas is coming, and I’m busy with holiday preparations, and eager for an excuse to celebrate the birth of our Savior and have quality time with my wonderful family.

May your holiday be merry and bright!

Colorado Springs Photographer | Small Business Saturday

Amanda — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 19:45:53 +0000

Hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is right around the corner. YAY! Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, because it’s becoming more and more rare for people to take a day to consider all that they are thankful for. And of course, here in the US, we follow that directly with “Black Friday”, the day where we go out may try to get as much of our christmas shopping done as possible, for the best price possible!! “Big Box” stores have lines that wrap around their entire big building, and that’s just to get in the door. At 4AM!! I love Black Friday…because I love a deal.

Well, American Express has become a HUGE sponsor of something called Small Business Saturday, which you can find on facebook here, and read about here. It falls directly between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and is designed to give small businesses a bit of a boost during a busy shopping time of year. I, of course, LOVE this! And, I want to encourage people to take part. SO, because of Small Business Saturday, I’m doing something pretty cool!!

Here’s the details:

1. Starting on Small Business Saturday (11/26) and running right through Christmas, you can use the code SBSaturday to get 25% off your entire order. ALL SESSIONS DATING BACK TO JUNE 2010 WILL BE REOPENED FOR ORDERING!!! YAY!

2. BUT, since I’m excited to have you participate in Small Business Saturday, everyone who places an order for $20 or more worth of prints or products (before the discount) on 11/26 will be entered into a drawing for a FREE mini session. Winners may use this for themselves or give it away to a friend, but you HAVE TO make your purchase on Small Business Saturday in order to be entered into the drawing, and your order has to be placed before midnight, Mountain time.

Simple, right? If you have ANY questions about these rules, be sure to get in touch! And, because every post is better with a picture, here’s a few of my faves from recent sessions!!

Colorado Springs Photographer | Hiring a Pro, Part I (WHY?)

Amanda — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:49:00 +0000

I was given the challenge to create a video blog post…so here it is! Please let me know what you think…depending on your feedback, I may do another one for Part II (but break it into shorter segments)! :)

Thanks for watching…any that follow will be shorter, but I am so excited to get this published!

Colorado Springs Photographer | Why the change??

Amanda — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 23:42:10 +0000

Things change. People fall in love, families grow as babies are born, and people grow.

I started my humble little business in 2006…although I didn’t realize it. One of my students, Rachael, at the high school where I was teaching casually mentioned the stress involved with finding a senior portrait photographer. I told her that I had always loved photography, that I studied it in high school and in college, and had planned to have it be my major, but the school I had chosen to attend didn’t offer that major. I did a lot of soul searching, and decided that being a high school social studies teacher would be a wonderful second choice. After telling Rachael this full story, she said she’d be thrilled to let me take her senior pictures. Rachael loved her pictures. She told her friends. I got more requests. I was elated! It became apparent that I COULD have my dream job.

When I had my first child in 2007, I realized that while I still wanted very much to teach, a large part of me hated that I might miss her first tooth, or first steps, or first…anything because someone else was with her during the day. It didn’t take long for me to realize that I wouldn’t miss near as much if I were able to work from home.

Through a series of other events, I finally bit the bullet and resigned from my teaching job in February of this year…and that brings me to the title of this post!

In October, I had mentioned to my very smart husband that I thought it might be time to change my website. “Again?” he said. “Yes, I know, we just did this, but I want my website to be more “social media friendly”.” I could tell he was less than excited, because in addition to being my wonderful husband, he had also been my amazing web design guy. Long story short, I decided to do it myself, even though it meant a little more expense. I had this urge to change the look of my site…and once I did, it still didn’t quite seem like what I was hoping for.

I was working on my site one day with my friend Sarah, and was working on my new logo. I wasn’t sure where to start, so I decided to start playing around with the colors I have decided I’d have if I were to be planning a wedding right now (of course to the same, awesome, web design guy), purple, gray and yellow. They’re my favorite. Lamb Photography Company didn’t fit in it. There just wasn’t enough space. So, I took that as the universe telling me that it was time. Time to do something I’d been wanting to do for…years. So, Lamb Photography Company changed into Amanda Lamb Photography!!! YAY!!!! It dawned on me that I had taken a HUGE step this year, but the look and feel of my business hadn’t been able to reflect that change yet. Sure, my work has grown a LOT this year (in my opinion). But, surely you’ll agree there’s more to a business than just it’s product. I desperately wanted my business to accurately reflect me. When I saw Amanda Lamb Photography in my new logo, I knew it was the right thing to do. YAY! Sarah gave me her approving nod (she was on the phone) and that was that.

Besides, now no one will wonder if I’m a livestock photographer (yes, I’ve been asked…more times than you’d imagine!)…and wedding DJ’s will always get my name right now…since that’s what they always called me anyway. HA! I’m so excited about this change, and I hope you are too! There will be some additional changes, as well. I’ll be offering a newsletter that you can subscribe to , as well as some tips for people looking for photographers…and of course more great photography. Stay tuned…and tell your friends!

Happy Wednesday!

Colorado Springs Photographer | Fall Mini Sessions are HERE!

Amanda — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:41:35 +0000

Here’s the details for my Fall Mini-Sessions. We’ll only be offering this special price and offer on the days listed below! The dates have been selected in an attempt to maximize the beautiful fall colors in southern Colorado Take advantage of this great offer in plenty of time for your holiday cards to be completed! Get in touch with Amanda if you have questions.

Colorado springs Photographer | A what?!

Amanda — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:26:12 +0000

Last year at a bridal fair, I ran into a guy I had gone to high school with, Kyle Koziol. He and I weren’t friends, necessarily, but we recognized one another. We spent a few minutes catching up and, come to find out, Kyle had become a videographer. Almost one full year later, I worked with Kyle for the first time at Chris and Shelby’s New Years’ Day wedding. Having worked with videographers before, seeing Kyle’s style instantly impressed me. He was discreet, and I was blown away by the teaser he put together for the couple. I could tell that he did quality work.

After several facebook chat conversations, I shared an idea that had kind of been forming in the back of my mind. A commercial for Lamb Photography Company. I don’t really do much advertising, but my “about me” page just didn’t quite measure up to what I wanted people who didn’t know me to see about me. So, Kyle came along on this past weekend’s engagement shoot in Denver and did another amazing job.

So, thanks to Kyle Koziol of Kozi Visuals, I give you the Lamb Photography Company commercial. That’s right, a commercial. For me. I feel VERY proud. And, I think you can probably guess who I’d recommend if you were looking for an amazing videographer for your wedding or event. Click on the link below to watch it!

The Commercial!

Huge thanks to Anna and Tim, who you’ll see more of when I blog their engagement shoot. And of course, to Kyle for being so inspirational, and helping me keep my cool. I really spend all my time behind the camera, so this whole idea was kind of unnerving for me. During the part where I was shooting Anna and Tim, I didn’t even know he was there. See? I told you he was quality. :)

Colorado Springs Senior Photographer | Senior Reps WANTED!

Amanda — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:35:38 +0000

Hey! Are you a graduating member of the class of 2012? Think you’d like to have free senior pictures? If so, then this post is for YOU (and, ok, maybe your parents, too).

Since I started my business photographing seniors, this is one of my favorite types of assignments. Not to mention, I recently left my career as a high school social studies teacher, so I’m needing some student time.

Lucky for me, it’s time to recruit some new senior reps! Here’s the scoop:

And, here’s the application. Can’t wait to meet you!

Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | Boudoir Sessions

Amanda — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:03:37 +0000

I’m excited to announce that I am now offering boudoir sessions to my customers. There is a little bit of a catch though: Boudoir Sessions are available only for existing customers, or after a boudoir consult for women over the age of 18. In other words, I don’t want to be meeting you for the first time during your boudoir session. :) While I’ll never post any boudoir session on this site (I want to keep it work and family friendly), I’d be happy to show you my boudoir portfolio during an in-person meeting.

The most popular choice among brides who chose a boudoir session, is to make a 5×5 album for their fiance’s as a wedding gift. These books are the same as a storybook album, with the exception that the cover image is replaced by foil stamping with the message of your choice, and the exterior being suede. Because most brides choose to surprise their future husbands with this shoot, the boudoir session is not built into any wedding package, and will be booked as a standard portrait session. However, you don’t have to be a bridal customer to do a boudoir session. It makes a wonderful surprise birthday, anniversary, Valentine’s, or Just Because gift for the man in your life!

Like this post? Leave a comment! I love hearing from you.

Colorado Springs Wedding and Portrait Photographer | Giveaway Winners Announced and FREE Senior Portraits!

Amanda — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 04:16:09 +0000

First things first: It is my pleasure to introduce to you the winners of my Wedding Photography Giveaway!

When Teresa sent me her nomination for her daughter Tina and Tina’s fiance, Mike I knew they must be a fairly special couple. However, when I received Tina’s nomination for herself, any doubts I had were instantly gone. In fact, the way Tina wrote about her love for Mike brought me to be teary-eyed! I am a sucker for a couple’s story, and while simple, Mike and Tina’s is a great one! Here’s one of the adorable pictures they submitted along with their entry. I love it, because if you look closely you can see that they’ve both got tears in their eyes, because it was from right after Mike proposed.

Thanks so much, Mike and Tina! (And to Teresa, too!) I absolutely cannot wait to photograph your August wedding at Crooked Willow Farms!

Watch for Tina and Mike’s upcoming engagement photos!

Next up, I want to announce my next giveaway. This time it’s for seniors! If you’re a senior, you may have seen an ad on facebook. If you followed that ad to this page looking for more information, you’re in the right place. Basically, the way it works is this:

1. Click here to download the application. Once you’ve finished it, just send it back to me along with a snapshot of yourself (the picture part is optional for obvious safety reasons, but it does help with the selection process). If I pick you then
2. You’ll get free senior pictures (includes sitting fee, up to 2 hours of photography at an outdoor location of your choice and as many clothing changes as you’d like), and a cool display for a few of your favorite images, in exchange for you promoting me to your friends and classmates. I’ll give you everything you need to promote me, so all you have to do is brag about how awesome your pictures are and tell everyone about me. :)
3. The only thing you’d have to pay for is any prints you’d like to have.
Does that sound like something you’d be interested in? If so, just fill out the application and either mail or email it back to me as soon as you can. If you or your parents have any questions, feel free to email or call me! Otherwise, I’ll look forward to receiving your application!

Hurry though…I’ll be notifying chosen reps by May 15th, 2010!

Colorado Springs Kids’ Portrait Photographer | My Favorites!

Amanda — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 22:36:40 +0000

I’m a little behind on blogging, and can’t wait to show you some of the images I’ve made in the last week. However, with my daughter’s 3rd birthday coming up, my own children are at the front of my mind! I wanted to share these two from our trip to the playground the other day. The weather here has been beautiful!

Also, don’t forget that the deadline for submitting your nomination for the 2010 Free Colorado Springs Wedding Photography is April 1st! Get a reminder about the rules here. My next post will have Shawnte’s BabyBump update! Stay tuned!

Colorado Springs Photographer | Notice anything different about me?

Amanda — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:11:35 +0000

So, after much deliberation, I decided to make the jump to a blog-site. What’s a blog-site you ask? It’s a website that combines normal website-ness with the ease of use and functionality of a blog. I was wanting the two to exist in one place, so my wonderful (and incredibly smart) husband helped me all weekend to develop what you are seeing. While I’m not considering it the “finished product”, I’m very pleased with the result. I’ll definitely keep the format, but I’m already working to change the appearance. I really like that you’ll get to see my most current work as soon as you come to my website. Also, all the old stuff from the old website is still here, under the gallery link. I really like that too. :)

Now that the really hard stuff is done for the blog-site, I’ll be busy working on Avery’s (a little late) 1 year portraits. And, because it’s not really fair to introduce a shoot without photo documentation, here’s just a little teaser of this awesome little girl’s portrait session. I feel so lucky to know my friend Brooke. Avery and my daughter, Reagan, play together so well, and it’s so much fun to have another Mom friend. I suppose I’ll have more time to tell you more about Avery in my next post, so I suppose I’ll save some gushing for then. But seriously, as you can see, this is one sweet little girl!

Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | Wedding Expo!

Amanda — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:38:03 +0000

Here are some images from my bridal show this weekend at The Cheyenne Mountain Resort! It was great to meet all the brides-to-be and talk with them about their planning. I also met several other wonderful vendors. I’ll be posting a list of them on my website soon!

Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | Exciting Announcement!

Amanda — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:51:31 +0000

I’m excited to announce that I will be participating in my first bridal expo on January 31st! It will be at the prestigious Cheyenne Mountain Resort.

If you are or someone you know is getting married soon, be sure to send them to http://www.bridalextravaganza.us/ to print a complimentary invitation. The invitation will get them in the door for free, and be able to access some great vendors.

Hope to see you there!

Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | Free Colorado Springs Wedding Photography!

Amanda — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:20:19 +0000

I feel so lucky to have shared in some very special people’s very special days. I know that for many of my brides and grooms, their photographs were the most important investment they made in their day. For that reason, I feel honored that they picked me. In fact, I’m so grateful that I would like to give back.

I’ll be giving one special couple the following:
-6 Hours of Wedding-day photography for any wedding in 2010 between July and December within 30 minutes of Colorado Springs, CO (Other locations are subject to travel fee)
-Engagement portrait session at a location of your choice (up to 1 hour)
-Digital Editing to all photographs
-Online, password protected viewing to share with friends and family

Also, everyone wins, because each couple who enters will receive a free engagement session with package purchase!

So, how do I enter, already you say? I’m glad you asked! Just send me some information to amanda@lamb-photo.com. Include info about yourself or the couple you’d like to nominate. Don’t forget to include the following:
-Your complete contact information
-Details about your wedding plans
-Your story as a couple
-Why you (or your nominees) are the most deserving couple!

Be creative, and be sure I receive your submission no later than April 1st, 2010!

Winners will be notified no later than April 15th, 2010.

There is no catch, no strings attached, and no obligation to purchase anything. Just a chance for me to give a deserving couple the gift of photography!

Colorado Springs Wedding Photographer | New Website, and a Giveaway!

Amanda — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 22:52:44 +0000

Hello there! It’s been awhile! I’ve been hard at work on my new website. It’s http://www.lamb-photo.com. I completely revamped it, and I can’t wait for you to see it! Go take a look…you might see someone you recognize!

Secondly, stay tuned…my next post will include details about some free wedding photography for a very lucky couple!

Colorado Springs Wedding and Portrait Photographer | Want to Save Some Money?

Amanda — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:08:26 +0000

Hello Everyone! I am in the process of consolidating my emails, and I want to make sure I don’t leave anyone out. If you’d like to receive emails about promotions, deals, coupons, and other exciting news about Lamb Photography Company, please send an email to amanda@lamb-photo.com with the words “add me” in the subject line. You’ll be glad you did! Thanks so much.
And, because a picture is worth at least a thousand words, here is a very sweet (and my very favorite), 3 month old face to bid you goodnight.

Welcome!

Amanda — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 22:52:30 +0000

Hello, and thank you for visiting the Lamb Photography blog!

In an attempt to make my photography more available to the world, I have started a blog. It will also make it easier for fans and family members of Lamb Photography (that’s you!) to see my work.

It just so happens that the last few weeks have found me very busy with portraits, so I will have posts with pictures fairly soon!

Remember to check back often!