Is it a painting? The answer is YES! Painted portrait “NEW” at bwp. We have canvas, water colors, canvas wraps that have been very popular and now paintings that are on canvas. This is only for the discriminating client. This truly is a must see to appreciate. We recommend painting for wall portraits only. It will be an heirloom for many generations.
Awards and Stuff: At the Florida Professional Photographer's convention this past August there was a print competition. There are times when I just don’t feel like entering or I just don’t feel I have anything worthy of competition. One of the reasons I continue to enter into the print competition is to make me a better photographer and it keeps my competitive juices flowing. After years of submitting I still can’t wait to hear how my images scored. The State of Florida is very competitive. And if I do well at State I know I will do well at Southeast and National. As it stands I submitted 4-images, one image didn't do so well and that keeps you very humble. The other 3-images were on display for a few days in the lobby of the Rosen Plaza on I-drive. First place in the family category titled the “Homestead”, The Wells family. The child category titled “Take Five" came in second place, Emily Wilson. And the third image titled A Touch of Sunshine received the honor award. I’m proud of the awarded images because these three categories are always the most hotly contested categories. With well over 650 images that were submitted, less than 1% received first and second place awards. We have some fantastic clients. Thank You!
Last call to TN: Going to Tennessee. How cool is that, literally…This is truly your last chance to sign up. Why don't you make a mini vacation of it, see the leaves change and enjoy some fall weather, see the Smokey Mountains, and eat breakfast at the Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, and all while having your family portrait created. What a unique experience, one that will last a lifetime. The clock is ticking. Oct 30 & 31st.
Personal stuff: Look who turned forty something….Emily is pioneer of the month again…Contact your congressmen/women, senators and say NO to the heath care plan. Our voices must be heard. Does the health care need fixing? Yes, does it need a complete overhaul at the expense of our children and their children? The cost is over 9,000,000,000. How do you think we will be paying for it, by raising our taxes not to mention the interest on 9-billion dollars. Health care didn’t get to this point over night, we must slow down and work together to revise a plan and get it right, not rushing it through as if it has to be done right this minute. If the current plan passes, small business will not survive. Just say no! Question... how many zero’s in a trillion?
Photo Tips 101: We talked last month on mega pixels and perspectives. This month I would like to talk to you about brand names. What type of camera should you get? All the brand names ie, Nikons and Canons are all very good and you can’t go wrong with any of them. It’s like choosing a Ford or Chevrolet. I feel you should go into a retail store and look at the camera. Are the controls easy to read and use? How does it feel in your hands? Is it compact enough or is it too bulky? Sounds simple but you can’t do this online. Ask the sales person questions, how many mega pixels does it have, what type of batteries and flash card does it takes, does it include a recharger with the camera? How durable is the camera? How old is it, cameras are mini computers, if they are a couple years old, select a newer model. Does it have a decent zoom ratio? What camera has been the most popular thus far. What camera has been returned the most? Finally, read consumer reports on this year's electronic cameras. In my opinion you can invest around the $300 range and get a pretty decent point and shoot camera that will be compact, and produce good quality images that will be good for candid or vacation images this Christmas season.
Wow what a week. Just came back from the Florida Professional Photographers convention. I enter 4-images into the print competition and out of 600-images 3 out 4 prints where awarded merits. Two where given the honor award. Of the two "Homestead" (The Wells family) was awarded first place in the groupd division. In the portrait of a child category titled "Take Five" (Emily) came in second place. I was please with the results, especially since the portrait cateogory is always the most hotly contested.
Portrait of a child. 2nd place "Take Five". I drive by this location every day when Linda our production manager asked why don't you photograph someone at the old Brecks cookie building? I took Emily out with her new converse tennis shoes complete with pink shoe strings. Converse was very popular back in my day...
History of BWP: Family owned and operated business since 1969. The Wilson’s are a tireless, devoted and impassioned people who truly love what they do. They are driven to capture the true charter and personality of every one of their clients. Always looking for new ideas that will enhance their portrait.. We look forward to getting to know you and learning about your portrait needs as a step towards a long lasting relationship.
What we do: We are a portrait studio, specializing in Children, families and High School Seniors. We take time to get to know you. This ensures us that your portrait will be a true reflection of your individual personalities. Your portrait session will be fun, relaxed and memorable. We never rush our portrait sessions or limit the number of images. A portrait in our studio, in your home, favorite park or just about anywhere. We value your input in the designing of your portrait, a portrait specifically for your home décor. A portrait will not only complement your home, but also add warmth to it.
Where: Located at 100 N. Stewart Ave next to Kissimmee Police Dept.
Downtown Kissimmee. See Map.
Why: The Value of a portrait cannot be measured only by the monetary investment in it. A portrait is a statement of your family’s personal history. An investment that will be cherished for many generations. You never know what tomorrow will hold. A portrait by Bruce Wilson is not expensive it’s priceless!
