where in afton are there old buildings that are not full of peeling-paint-like character?
OH YEAH, the century plus years old Tabernacle! Perfect!
and then an easy drive for green and mountains and Canyon View Park
Proud of you, Mrs Wyoming America!
Not to mention both mother and daughter wanting to jump off the bridge into the Salt River at the end. What rockstars!
YAY - Lampshade Studio was just named as SeniorInspire Influence for 2023-24 senior photos :)!!
Here are the winning / submitted entries from us. Thanks beautiful seniors who are now adults (!!) for being a part of this award. You're the best!
watch out fish. (he legit caught one during this photo shoot)
So proud of them and their State Win!
Here are some in beautiful Bedford Wy.
then the neighborhood gang showed up on dirt bikes
I wish it would include ALL the photos I love, but it is just a taste. Thank you to all who make me smile right back at you! I have the best clients!
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even when it is cold
and you get a lot of bonus points with mom :)
we went with a pink (and some green) gel light to get that PINK PINK PINK look she wanted.
this was fun, what kind of edit do you like? -the bright pink -the retro soft pink -black & white ???
excited for the next studio snuggle session.. i remember to add pillows (how did i forget) :) sweet dreams everybody
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they are surrounded by loving amazing fam
oh how fragrant the sweetness of this girl and the amazing sunflower fields!
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sitting six feet apart on the football field, with drive in parking on the grass for families kept everyone socially distanced. coach bolton and alex boyé made video cameos with video of the graduates receiving diplomas from a person of their choice made it all extra special.
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though i meant offering free cap and gown portraits as a service to our amazing seniors, i felt my bucked filled by their love and energy , not to mention how awesome their parents were too.
here's to you kids! if you can go through this wild time with grace, and smile for the camera, you can change the world for the better.
even the dog had a great smile
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If you have attended a previous class, you are always welcome to attend again at no charge!
if you are interested, check out the classes page at lampshadestudio.com/classes
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(this is the first bride i have ever seen run over by children)
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Until Aug 30, i'll be offering these phone cases for $10 OFF!
($28 instead of $38, or $32 instead of $42 for a lifetime warranted gem)
to order, find your favorite photo by lampshade studio on lampshadestudio.com,
(sports photos from Thayne Rec, Afton Rec, SVMS, or SVHS are also available for this, but contact lampshade studio first to get the link to your photo.)
click BUY
select PHOTO GIFTS
select PHONE CASES
then choose your favorite for you phone style!
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this chronicles the roberts visiting their aunt at her work place
this session was a beautiful evening, up and down the canyon, and even in the dark on daddy's old truck :)
I loved taking these family photos as farming was happening in real time.
the details were tailor made (and handmade by the couple). the setting in jackson, wy was just right on a perfect day. all the best to you two!! thank you for letting me share your amazing day.
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(seen here with her wonderful and bountiful extended family at their reunion)
my philosophy is that star valley attracts really amazing people!
love you guys! (and i love this location of flat rocks next to the snake river)
with a winner winner (holy medals) sweetie of a girl
(who now will be off to college!!??!!?!?)
i love this family! i loved this beautiful evening on their property. taking photos in locations that connect to the subject have magic in them.
fall is always a good idea up the greys river. always.
i love taking this great extended family's photos every reunion they have, they are sweet, kind and full of life.
beautiful girls who are kind, fun, and strong as wyoming women can be
for a beautiful and kind couple's wedding.
Thank you to Adilade E. for the candids! Lampshade loves weddings!
this day was such a treat for me, the weather was swirly and beautiful. the flowers and shrubs were in high form. the structure matched skin tones so well, and the couple, so delightful! thank you.
all the sweetest to you caleb and sarah!
these delightful boys brought chicks to the studio. so fluffy i'm going to die!
(tractors are usually around and they always are cute boy magnets)
even after the entire party traveled through many states to get here, they could not have been any kinder. all the best wishes to you guys!
oh saylor, you are so so so so so cute! #momswhocandohair
yes that is right, these photos were taken in negative 14° frosty winter
nonetheless, hannah was amazing! we froze a laugh, visible to the eye, we found awesome metal, and really enjoyed a cold winters day (with frequent warming up in the car breaks)
these are lovely generous people. i am happy to know them and be around their grounded awesome selves. thanks guys!!
sam and jason
today i'm showing photos of beautiful haley g. to highlight some of my favorite editing choices. here we have a full natural looking color, a desaturated sharpened warm wash, and a classic black and white. some photos look better with one or another, but some times i find a photo that loves all three. it is interesting that each effect draws your eye to something different than the last. what one do you like best?
this session was a peaceful morning stroll down thayne and muddy string. we had some great photographic finds! thanks haley!
they had each person in the family show their cowboy boots, for a "family boot photo". then an extra baby pair was brought out to add to the photo. it took a minute, but the kids started to figure it out. it was so fabulous to be there and document the children's discovery. Afterwards, it was such a fun way for them to then share the photos with everyone else announcing their exciting news. thanks nelson's for letting me be a part of this moment. you're a beautiful growing family.
the gorgeous location is the "Happitu Ranch" just up from McCoy Creek turn off. It is available to rent for weddings, parties, and any event you would want a specatular mountain setting for. If you want more infomation, shoot me an email and i'll head you in the right direction.
her mother had to take deep breaths, realizing her girls was growing up. her sister loved to throw leaves.
it was pretty cool.
the golds were muted, the pond still (the abandoned carcass from hunters had us on the verge of ralphing),
and the senior, full of her beautiful magic.
thanks hayley!
this was a blast with bali color, paint brushes, and smoke bombs
keep coloring the world sage!
now, here's a peak into a cute family portrait session in a barnyard.
those 1001 way better pay off. :)
what a sweet new family!
i admire how you treat each other girls!
(featuring the seniors of the team)
good luck on your last year of high school!
#dontupsetthecarnies #longlivethezipper
{for anyone wondering, yes i will travel the globe with you to photograph your weddings too! hire me anytime.}
i found that even though i was on my second european wedding, miles and cultures away from home, the elements are exactly the same...
locations- Mondovi Italy, Sanctuario Vicoforte, Village of Barolo, Ceretto Winery all in the Piedmont Region
the smiles were pretty legit when he joined...
coming soon, the wedding and reception,,,
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when your family is this kind and sweet, it is a joy for the photographer.
toddler before and after...
don't be disheartend when toddlers get emotional on a photo shoot. the emotional roller coaster will always have ups and downs, the key is to just wait for the ups to take the photo :)
i'm eagerly waiting for my very own "bedford" to arrive.
check them out at white-buffalo-republic.com
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that doesn't mean they will taste good.
i learned this and was able to take family portraits at the exact spot of proposal and marriage of this super sweet super cute family. thanks for the lovely day and helping out my mountain wisdom.
they are http://nontypicaloutfitters.org and wow, do they know these mountains.
both were beautiful
all the best to you and your future ana!
#classof2015
bon appétit
Tis the week for celebrating here at lampshade studio. Fifteen years ago, Shanna and Aarons beautiful, tulip and blossom filled wedding was our first professional venture. What a great beginning to so many beautiful days of capturing images of your gorgeous lives.
join the festivity by
1) create a photograph which creatively uses a lampshade, and submit it by hashtagging it #lampshadestudio on INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK and like/follow the corresponding {lampshade studio page on Facebook / lampshadestudio on Instagram}
the one chosen WINNER of this will receive a FREE SESSION with all DIGITAL MASTERS and a 16x20 print (worth $350)
2) come by lampshade studio this saturday (4.25.15) from 7-9:30 for a FREE dust cutter lemonade (ummm local beverage). there will be music, photo booth, prints for perusal and possible purchase, free stickers, and charming personalities.
Thank you to all my amazing clients past and future. I have the best job in the world!!
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welcome to the world baby chase!
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here are some of Elder Hamilton, right before heading into the sunshine, from the wyoming snow
(bunny ears optional)
here's to a beautiful fall this year!
(all hail the queen)
{aka aspen in aspens}
when she sleeps.. oh baby, does she sleep
(spot the "character" - every group has one :))
(and that hair bow! - i hear they are made here in star valley)
(p.s. the flowers are all wood! so cool. they are done here locally and colored to match by the Finishing Touch decorators)
if you are Mango, Dango, or Lady Houdini.. i emailed you a link and password to all the pix :), if you missed it, email me.
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dancing makes things fun, anywhere you go.
here they are on the beautiful Barstow Ranch - thanks for coming to Wyoming!
if you need to get in touch with the owners for renting the Barstow's Ranch, contact me. it is available for weddings, reunions, parties, etc. truly one amazing destination.
beautiful bride, groom, children, weather, and location
all this, topped off by Sasquatch photo bomb
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these kids know photos sessions are always a lot of fun, but made even better when farmer alan gives tractor rides
(This session also started at 7:30 a.m.. Not everyone is this ready to go that early in the morning. I commend you bright children of the morning. You are amazing.)
one project was with the sixth grade stars at etna elementary. together with student cast and crew, we made this little number- a parody to "high school musical". go ahead and enjoy it, but beware, the lyrics stay in the head.
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breaking out to fresh air
stimulating and relaxing
this is what i found in NY NY
(shout out to my mom and dad on an LDS mission there)
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Thanks Becky for letting me be a part of your adventure into the publishing world! Read more about it here..
http://babesinhairland.com/more/my-exciting-news/
Here is one of the hair supermodels in CURLFORMERS. (we love curlformers at our house- they make amazing curls.. you can find great tutorials also on the website.. http://babesinhairland.com/more/tips-and-tricks/curlformer-how-to-videos/
To follow, search for puggleglamour on your Instagram
or look online at http://instagram.com/puggleglamour
This year is RADIANT ORCHID. I find they are right on when spotting trends in fashion, decor, and accents everywhere. See if you can spot any radiant orchid in your life. If not, maybe you need some :)
Happy 2014, the year of radiance from lampshade studio. Thanks for all your support!
“Enthusiasm is a telescope that yanks the misty, distant future into the radiant, tangible present.”
if you're looking for a place to stay, it has lampshade's seal of utmost approval.
You can download in HD the Star Valley High Schools fall performance of The Phantom of the Opera straight to your computer, phone, tablet, or other digital device. The purchase includes three downloads.
Should you prefer a physical DVD, that is available too! Just click on the link at the top of the page for DVD.
Enjoy reliving the amazing spectacle that our SVHS talent displayed again and again.
the Barstow's Ranch, lovely!
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The sunshine on this cute family is pretty dreamy too :)
(I'll hang out in her royal courts anytime)
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gorgeous bride
and a gorgeous property
(yes it is available for photos, weddings, reunions and more)
All the best to you!!
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Sister moon will be my guide
In your blue blue shadows I would hide
All good people asleep tonight
I'm all by myself in your silver light
I would gaze at your face the whole night through
I'd go out of my mind, but for you
Lying in a mother's arms
The primal root of a woman's charms
I'm a stranger to the sun
My eyes are too weak
How cold is a heart
When it's warmth that he seeks?
You watch every night, you don't care what I do
I'd go out of my mind, but for you
I'd go out of my mind, but for you
My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun
My hunger for her explains everything I've done
To howl at the moon the whole night through
And they really don't care if I do
I'd go out of my mind, but for you
Sister Moon
-Sting
(amazing swimmer dog)
throw in perfect temps, you get one lovely evening to spend together.
wishing her all the best with her injury!!
it may not be too early to think of CHRISTMAS CARDS. Think if you got that taken off of your holiday to do list now? that could be pretty dreamy.
that said, here are some l.d.s. mission announcements done on square linen paper with curved edges.
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are you wanting to make sure to get your portraits taken before the cold hits? my calendar is slowly filling up for spots now through the fall. peak fall seems to be around the last weeks in Sept through very beginning of Oct. (at least around here) if so, give me a ring and we can make it happen!
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oh vati
(beautiful grounds surrounding you doesn't hurt either)
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she'll rock at Weber State University
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you're so lovely. thanks for coming!
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its been a moon or so, but i have posts for you..
I wanted to celebrate Pantone's color of the year... EMERALD. Patone is a world-renowned authority on color and provider of color systems and leading technology for the selection and accurate communication of color.
Thus, our 2013 watermark is in EMERALD. woo woo. {realizing i may be the only one excited}
here ya go.. Lyle, the Puggle
humm lyle needs some emerald green accessories.. any ideas?
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the ICE BLOCK FILM FESTIVAL and STAR VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL
IBFF is coming right up on us. if you have any desire to make a short film (under 10 minutes) DO SO and submit. you'll get a bag of cool swag, a chance to see your piece on the big screen and an opportunity to check out others creative endeavors. entry forms, the rules, and videos of past years entries can be found at ICEBLOCKFILMFESTIVAL.COM
the parent of the IBFF and many other great local events is the Star Valley Arts Council. In February, you can join us as we listen to live, world class jazz, dine, and dance (at least i will). tickets are only $25 and you get to choose from two great food options. visit starvalleyarts.org to order your hot ticket.
we are proud to be in such a great community. lampshade is proud of star valley. go valley go!
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(city creek shopping center view)
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enjoy!
a sampling...
i salute all of my clients and subjects who have let me pull my crazy antics with them all in the name of portrait photography with graceful patience and cooperation (even when your mother / wife is making you). i enjoy every photo shoot i get to do. i hope you do too.
katie
a photo session and 50 5x7 double sided Christmas Cards (& envelopes) for $99!
You'll have your family preserved for the ages and festive cards ready to send before December even begins. Call 880-LAMP to schedule.
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they are very very cool
happy october everyone!
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thanks for sacrificing a layer of foot skin. you're a dream.
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p.s. always take family pictures, whether it is done professionally or not, they are priceless!
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Please be advised, It involves a 5 minute slightly steep trail.
I have time slots open from 1:30 -4pm. Cost is $50 and includes a 11x14 photo.
If you wanted a beautiful autumnal shot on gorgeous rock with turquoise water.. this is our chance.
(note these pictures were taken by an-unprepared-for-the-beauty-me with a cell phone, the real thing will look even better)
call 880-LAMP to schedule.
so beautiful, lovely and kind
consider us for you events
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Here is Mike. We had fun around the old Creamery.
Senior Portraits? Yes, we are doing them now. $75 for outdoor session (usually resulting in 200+ photos) $125 more if you want all master images.