a thousand words

If you would a taste of what it was like to be in the After Dark environment in Austin, Texas - in front of and behind the camera you are most welcome to browse images I made whilst there at these galleries I've recently posted. There is one of "behind the scenes" images and one more focused on the models. A grand time was had by all.

Just click here:

http://pa.photoshelter.com/user/heurich

Enjoy!

After Dark in Austin was an experience well worth the time, travel, time-travel, traveling time and being there. About two hundred souls seeking the path to a better understanding of Light came together networked, shared and grokked together for three days in Texas. It was a meeting of minds. And while I don't recall any mimes being present, there was a most eclectic assortment and variety of great local musicians, burlesque performers, dancers entertainers and eclectic individuals present for the lenses. They are  going to have an amazing portfolio of imagery created for them by the talented photographers who jumped at the chance to collaborate with them. There was giving back to the Austin community as well. Sessions, photographic expertise and the images created were donated to clients from Dress for Success. From their web site www.dressforsuccess.org , "The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life." Myself, I am honored to have had the privilege of helping out there and among other tasks, having one of the cherry jobs of gathering behind-the-scenes images. With what I learned I'm jazzed and already bringing it into my business and art, eager to share it with clients existing and new. If one needed help with technical, posing, lighting, business, post-processing, marketing, providing the best client experience they can, selling, various and sundry other components related to professional photography with the goal of elevating one's business, work and art to another place there was no better place of which I am aware than being in Austin After Dark. If you're a pro photog reading this, strive to arrange your schedule so you can catch the next After Dark. Coming soon to a planet near you.

new e-Mailing list system debut

What better way to *introduce the much-needed and overdue new email list software and system for Heurich Photography than to metaphorically crash and tumble onto the stage before the formal introduction?

*(or in the Rich Hall Sniglets tradition - (infoduce in-fo-duce - definition: to disseminate information in a way which is the first exposure to someone or in such a way as to compel action initiated by the presentation of the information)

Yeh, that's what I thought, too. So, instead of sending the final message from the initial battery of testing and tire kicking to just myself, the Alpha Test Monkey, I inadvertently fired it off to the entire list.

Great.

One result, in a couple of cases this did provide proof that the Unsubscribe feature functions as designed for those so inclined to avail themselves of the feature.

In for a penny, in for a pound.

So I sorted out the technical difficulties, sent off the first intentional message with an added humble-pie-in-the-face act of contrition and got rid of everything associated with the first mis-fire which could possibly result in a repeat of such an awkward non-event... except myself.

Ahh, technology - Somewhere I can hear Lily Tomlin's character Ernestine the Operator snorting and snuffling.

I am so excited to break this news!

For a number of personal reasons this new project is one close to my heart. I hope if you are reading this you will be moved to help spread the word. Thanks in advance.

This is the press release being distributed throughout the Mid-Atlantic region:

For Immediate Release

For further information contact:

Christian Heurich, CPP – 301 824 7066

New book featuring kids’ portraits to benefit Make-A-Wish® Foundation

Western Maryland 31 August 2009… Chris Heurich of Heurich Photography is publishing a hard-bound coffee table art book of children’s portraits entitled Kids of the Mid-Atlantic, portraits of a generation. Proceeds from the nomination fee and sale of the book will benefit the Make-A-Wish® Foundation Mid-Atlantic, Inc., a nonprofit organization that fulfills the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human spirit with hope, strength and joy.

Chris, a full-time professional photographer is enthusiastic about this new project. “I am photographing everyday kids from newborn babies to seventeen year olds just being themselves. The sessions will take place on location throughout the Mid-Atlantic region in Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia over the next several months. The book will offer contemporary glimpses of Mid-Atlantic kids in their own element.”

Families who would like to participate or find out more should contact Heurich Photography by telephone today at 301 824 7066 or online at www.heurich.com. Chris is donating time, talent and services for this project. In place of the normal session fee, a nomination fee of $35 for a single child or $50 for siblings will guarantee at least one image of each child photographed will appear in the book. Families will have the opportunity to purchase images from the sessions.

About the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic, Inc.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that fulfills the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Founded in 1983, the Foundation has fulfilled the wishes of more than 6,000 children in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware and Northern Virginia. For additional information about the Foundation, please visit our Web site at www.midatlantic.wish.org.

About Chris Heurich

Chris Heurich, CPP is based in Washington County, Maryland and was born in the District of Columbia. Chris is the managing member and principal photographer of Heurich Photography. Chris emphasizes providing a positive experience and professional results for clients and loves to work on location locally and globally. “Traveling presents many opportunities to create resourceful images.” Kodak has recognized Chris' professional excellence with a Kodak Gallery Award. Heurich Photography supports local, national and international charitable causes. Heurich Photography strives to continually improve and use their abilities and gifts in worthwhile ways to help make people's lives better.

Use this link to download a screen/web-size version of the poster

Use this link to download a print quality version of the poster

This week is the last chance to save 50% on your senior portrait session. There's still time to get in on this. Call 301-824-7066 today!

The Only Moment Is Now!

Get half off these senior sessions at Heurich Photography - 3 hour session only $145.00 1.5 hour session only $75.00 45 minute session only $40.00

!!! Call 301-824-7066 Now. to schedule your free portrait design chat.

I had lotsa fun meeting and photographing four legged friends and their humans on Valentine Day for the benefit of the Humane Society of Washington County Maryland.

The day included 21 mini-portrait sessions for pets and some of their people who generously and cheerfully contributed to the worthy cause. Here are a few of the images from the day.

And, I particularly want to thank all of the volunteers who helped make the event so smooth and enjoyable!

C'mon down and bring your pet! This Saturday, yes, Valentine Day I will be donating my time, talent and services to help out the Humane Society of Washington County Maryland. Recently featured on national, regional and local news for their work rescuing a puppy left frozen to the ground! For a small donation of $20 to the Humane Society (there's no law which is preventing larger donations) you will be helping them with the good work they do. Supporters of the Humane Society will be able to have a portrait created with their Fuzzy Valentine and will receive a complimentary gift size portrait. Call the Humane Society NOW to make your reservation for your 15 minute portrait session at 301-733-2060, ext. 237. It will be fun! Moreover, the good people at Port City Java are donating coupons so you can get something warm to drink after your portrait session, practically next door. And while only two legged carbon life forms and service dogs are actually allowed inside Port City Java, they will have free treats of the canine variety too.

Winter is the time of year for Black and White Portrait Studies at Heurich Photography

Heurich Photography is excited to introduce a special Black and White Portrait Study offer during the month February. The focus and design in these artistic sessions are specifically on the creation of striking black and white portraiture.

Our reservation fee is $350 which includes the normal fee of $150 for this type of portrait session. When you book one of these sessions before February 11th, the session fee is only $75 and the balance of your reservation fee will be applied towards your image investment and you will receive a complimentary electronic version of your favorite image for your use on your email, smart phone, web, facebook, etc..

Availability as always is indeed limited so call 301-824-7066 now! You may also book online here.