Clickin’ Moms Breakout Session
***UPDATE: the winner via random.org is Sarah Teeter from Teeter Photography. Can't wait to chat with you Sarah!***
It's been a very busy winter here as I've been working on all sorts of new projects. One of my projects being this:
Which resulted in this (images below by the incredibly talented Keri Meyers):
We welcomed our 3rd princess into the world, Cora Eve Borders, on April 8th, 2012. 6lb 10oz. We are so full of excitement and joy!
I've also been working on a very special project for photographers. I've teamed up with Clickin' Moms to bring you an online course all about SENIORS. This online course is all about posing, lighting, and interacting with seniors. Check out the info below to see all that it comes with. Bonus: a video of me backlighting two seniors with my 8.5 month prego belly! This online course is available to ANYONE. You do not have to be a Clickin Mom's member to access the information. You are able to download and go through at any time you choose as long as you purchase before May 2nd. However, the forum will only be open from April 17th- May 2nd, so the sooner you purchase, the more you will be able to get out of the course.
You can sign up and get the course materail TODAY by clicking here: Meg Borders - CM Breakout: Posing, Lighting, and Interacting with Seniors.
GIVEAWAY: To celebrate all the newness going on in my life I'd like to do a giveaway. I'll be giving away a 1 hour skype session with me to ask any questions you want and dive further into some of the course material.
To enter:
1. "Like" Clickin' Moms and Photography by Meg Facebook pages
2. Facebook and Tweet about the breakout session using this link to direct people towards information: http://www.clickinmoms.com/blog/cmpro-breakout-posing-lighting-and-interacting-with-seniors-with-meg-borders/
3. Comment on this blog post with a link to your shout out and the #1 reason you like to photograph seniors
Winner will be chosen at random from comments below on May 2nd, at the end of the course. Winner must be registered for the breakout session prior to May 2nd.
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Already like CM & Meg on FB! I love photographing seniors because I love making the girls feel beautiful and special! http://www.facebook.com/#!/beth.sandersbevelhymer
I love photographing seniors because I feel I can relate to them since I am young, I love to make them feel confident and beautiful https://twitter.com/#!/BrittanyLealand
Meg! This was awesome! Here's a link to my shout out: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001217858764 I LOVE photographing seniors! I love giving the girls confidence, and seeing their faces when they "see" themselves for the first time and as a bonus.. it keeps me young too!
I love photographing seniors because they are fun, up for anything, and I love the impact that a beautiful photograph can have on a girls self-esteem!! http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1586130276
Congrats on your sweet babe! https://twitter.com/#!/ReadyMeg http://www.facebook.com/meaganleaready I tagged you on facebook. I want to begin photographing seniors. So happy you did a breakout session! I have been wanting to do a mentor session with you for A LONG time now.
The fact that I'm a senior myself & understanding what they are going through on a very personal basis & yet being able to help them shine and be confident, and know that are truly beautiful inside and out. that's THE moment. That's what I love most about shooting Seniors. <3
I love seniors for their enthusiasm, and spontaneity. I am ever-changing and it works so well with them! Tweeted-https://twitter.com/#!/iamindiejade
I love the opportunity to be one on one with a senior. To ask about their dreams, laugh, be silly in front of the camera and enjoy the transition into adulthood. https://twitter.com/#!/TeeterPhoto/status/195588015370936322 http://www.facebook.com/teeterphotography
I love to see the confidence that a senior shoot can build. When the client walks away with their head held a little higher than before it is very fulfilling to me. I think every one should have a photo of themselves that they are proud of.
love seniors..love hearing about their dreams for the future. Photographing seniors gives you the opp to show these young girls how beautiful they really are ...inside and out. https://twitter.com/#!/MR_StellaDot/status/195556199696048129
I love photographing seniors because its so fun being able to show them that they are beautiful!!!! Seniors are my favorite!!!! https://twitter.com/#!/MelisaDraper
https://twitter.com/#!/BrenDendy/status/195553481979990016 My #1 reason that I love photographing seniors is being able to honestly capture that delicate time between childhood and adulthood....
My fav thing about photographing seniors. I would have to say their moms faces when they see their daughters images for the first time and truly get to see that they are all grown up and beautiful! They always looks so proud and happy! https://www.facebook.com/lexivornbergphotography
Seniors have been my heart since my very first shoot when a friends house burnt down and she lost her senior photos that her mom had saved so long to buy! I started my photography for Seniors who could not usually afford photos. I adore the excitement and the adventure they are seeking in life!
I love photographing seniors because they are in such an exciting time in their lives. I love hearing about their hopes and dreams of the future. They bring so much life and spirit to their photos. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1368083824 https://twitter.com/#!/ArianaRandle
I love how this is such a fleeting time in their lives. Seniors are so beautiful, yet uneasy about themselves at the same time. I love helping them realize their beauty by capturing beautiful images!
http://www.facebook.com/morgan.mmp https://twitter.com/#!/mrgnmdn I haven't been able to shoot seniors yet. Seeing your pictures has inspired me. I want to gives these girl something new and creative and natural. I wish they would break away and let me create something they have seen before.
Just getting into photographing seniors and I admire your work so much! https://twitter.com/#!/saragarcia8/status/194142475403796481 and
link:http://www.facebook.com/Lindsay.Lee.Photography
#1 reason: Each senior is beautiful and authentic in their own ways. What I love most about photographing seniors is being able to really bring out who they are as a person inside and out and to also show others their God given beauty!
Prime
I recently got back from Las Vegas, NV where I co-taught the Prime Workshop with Sarah Lane of Studio Twelve Seniors. The workshop was all about Senior Portrait Photography - how to get your name out there, market to seniors, posing, lighting, interacting with seniors, and more. We even got to take our attendees out for a 3 hour shoot in the Nevada desert with 6 incredibily styled real senior models. Even though we had the obstacle of some nasty wind, we got some glorious sunshine to work with!
I entered the day with a big pile of excitement and nerves all mixed into one. Once Sarah and I met our attendees we knew it was going to be a great day. I can't get over how amazing each woman was and how everyone connected and opened up to each other so quickly. I loved that Sarah and I got to share our hearts and passions for our business' and for teens. I know I walked away with an incredible experience and a whole slew of new of friends.
Below are some reviews of Prime I thought I'd share as well as some behind the scenes images of our day:
“The Prime Workshop was a once and a lifetime experience in my book. Meg and Sarah shared their hearts, souls and knowledge that they have for senior photography. Not only did I come home with goals of being a better photographer but after meeting them I wanted to be a better person. It was amazing not only to pick their brains but to shoot along side of them with a group of beautiful girls (and one studly guy). I learned things I didn’t even go in thinking I needed to learn. For the first time in a long time I’m excited about what the future holds. And to top it all off I’ve gained friends and a network of amazing ladies in which give me even MORE inspiration!” - Misti Davis
"I loved the Prime Workshop! Meg and Sarah are such a delight to work with. I learned so much and am still going through all of the information that was given to me! I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone trying to start their photography business. They are amazing business women and friends, and it is such a pleasure to have met them both. Their senior models were also fantastic, so sweet, and amazing to photograph! And to top it all off....a photoshoot in the desert with some of the prettiest light it in the world!" - Brenda Schmidt
"Thanks again for the amazing time in Vegas! The workshop was full of such great information, and the desert shoot was so incredible, it was a wonderful experience! Thank you again for sharing your incredible passion and heart for teenage girls with us, and your business tips and strategies that have helped you to become such a success in the industry." -Angela Healy
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The Prime Workshop was absolutely AMAZING! I learned so much from Meg & Sarah! The models were stunning & the location was incredible! And Meg & Sarah made this day one I'll never forget! They poured their hearts out to us & their enthusiasm for seniors was so inspirational! Thank you Meg & Sarah!
Wow! I so wish I could have attended! It looks like it was amazing. If you do this again, I WILL make it work
P.S. You rock the baby bump
2013 Senior Model Search
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WOW!!! Super amazing! These pictures and girls are gorgeous!! So did you ask for permission to use that field, or did you guys just go out and shoot?? Looked cold but super fun!! Great job!
that video is FAB-U-LOUS!!!! no seriously,who did that for you??? GREAT post....Im defiantly a new follower! Fabulous still shots as well! Thank you SO much! Has been GREAT inspiration! I am SO ready for spring now!
Just wanted to let you know you are my all time favorite photographer! I'm a fan on Facebook and enjoy looking at your work
Wish you were in Louisiana!
You just got me all excited all over again about shooting. I absolutely adore your style. I need to kick my hiney in gear and get out with my camera!! Thanks for inspiring.
you are fabulous meg!
Exclusive Senior Portrait Catalog | Spring/Summer
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He loves me, he loves me not…
With the cold dark winter up on us I haven't been shooting a lot lately and wanted to do a shoot for me. Something just for fun with no strings attached. I got ahold of some amazing models and decided to do a teen inspired Valentines Day shoot. I was lucky enough to have my assistant, stylist, and sister, Jenna along for the shoot. Even though it was freezing (and I mean FREEZING), we got some beautiful images and most importantly, we had fun!!
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Hi, Meg! Can I please get your prices for proofs and/or prints? My daughter is a junior and is looking to book her appointment for senior pictures.
Saw it on CM - and LOVED it!! Just GORGEOUS Meg!
The main video on your front page is very well done. I prob watched it 3-4 times. You do great pictures
You rock!
Thanks so much Meg for including my daughter in your shoots! She has so much fun and your pictures are beautiful!
LOVE it Meg! Gorgeous. Love those freckles!
I feel so inspired after looking at your photos! You do such a great job!! It fills my heart with joy
Big Sighhhhhhhhh! So beautiful and fun! Gorgeous Girls!
So much fun! I bet those girls had a blast. And I love when people do photos "just because" rather than only doing them when they are graduating, when they get married, or any other BIG events.
Love it all! This should be in a fashion magazine.
just beautiful...
Prime
Have you heard the good news yet? I am teaming up with Sarah Lane of Studio Twelve Seniors for a Senior workshop/Shoot-out at WPPI in February of 2012!
Check out info here:
Website: http://www.theprimeworkshop.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Prime-Workshop
Registration opens this Monday, the 14th! We anticipate seats will go quickly so mark your calendars!
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Kyli Senior Portraits, class of 2012
Oh what fun I had with Kyli, tromping through the tall grass and bug infested fields! Kyli is beautiful through and through and I couldn't have asked for a more daring and "willing to do anything" senior! Can't wait to see the places she will go and the things she will do. Congrats Kyli, and best wished to you and your bright future!
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Love that headband she has on! What beauty!
What a beautiful session. The lighting is amazing and this senior is gorgeous!! Love it!
Ahhhh! Love! Can't wait to see you in action in Nashville! Such a beautiful girl. : )
Beautiful!! Images and senior!!
Bethany, Senior Portraits 2012
Bethany was such a fun senior to work with because not only is she beautiful and photogenic, she is a photographer herself and has dabbled in taking Senior Portraits for her friends. She has loads of talent and it was so fun to collaborate with another artist! Bethany is beautiful from the inside out and radiates beauty in every way. Enjoy this sunlit senior session!
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These are so beautiful. I recently started my photography blog and you are such an inspiration!!
FANTASTIC!!!
Just stumbled on your site and your work is absolutely beautiful! Love how you capture your seniors and their true beauty.
Hope Senior Portraits, Class of 2012
This session was one of my most memorable from this season so far. Hope decided she wanted her Senior Portraits taken at our local Benton County Fair. I was so excited to do this and knew we would have a blast, come up with some great images, and get some really great fattening food while doing it!
Hope has a joy and energy about her that is contagious. You can't help but smile and be excited when you are in her presence. I can't wait to see where life takes this beautiful young woman!
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These are incredible! And so many great ones that you posted. I especially love the ones with the animals and on the carousel.
hello! i was just curious what your pricing was for weddings, been engaged for a little over a year and thinking of planning for september or october of 2012, looking for someone that can stay the majority of the day, thanks!!
I LOVE these! The location, the lighting, the beautiful model. Sigh. You've done it again, Meg.
Oops, I meant "freakin"
love your work - your sessions are so fun and filled with gorgeous light.
feakin' amazing, once again!
Kelsy- Senior Portaits class of 2012
I loved everything about this session with Kelsy. The beautiful girl, the outfits (killer dress from shoperuche.com), the light, the props (boyfriend included). Kelsy has such a fun and unique personality, I even got her to dance in the field for me. Congrats beautiful Kelsy, I can't wait to see where this life takes you and all the great things that are in store for your future!
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Stunning! Love her dress. My favorite is definately the black & white edit.
You have such an amazing gift Meg, beautiful!!!
You are so sweet & talented Meg ! I am beyond glad I chose you for my pictures & am so blessed by how AMAZING the pictures turned out ! Thank you:))
These are stunning! Such a beautiful girl. Love her outfits. Awesome job!!
These are absolutely beautiful!
Miss Samantha - 2012 Senior Portraits
This is a special post because I have known, worked with, and photographed this 2012 senior over the last 2 years. Samantha has become more than just my signature model, more than just a a sweet teen girl I know, she has become like a little sister to me. I have said it before and I'll say it again, relationships are so very important to me, and one of the most meaningful things we have in this life. Meeting Samantha started out as any normal client relationship but over the past two years has truly developed into something deeper.
When I met her Samantha was the title holder of Miss Tri-cities Outstanding Teen and has gone on to win more titles since then including her current title, MIss Washington High School America. She obviously has a knack for modeling so we combined her senior portrait session with a portfolio building session as well. I think she has a bright future in modeling and we wanted to capture the all American teen girl and give her session a bit of a "Seventeen" magazine flair.
Her vision for her future is so big and her motivation and drive is out of this world. I can't wait to see all the amazing places this life takes her! Best of luck beautiful Samantha, reach for the stars!
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cutest session ever!
These are so totally awesome!!! So fun and playfull. You seriously rocked this shoot...as always!!
Best senior session I have ever seen. period, the end. So so inspiring!
i'd love to subscribe to your site, so I can get your posts in my feed reader when you update. However, no feed can be found by Google. Could you ask your web developer about it? Your work is lovely!
I love love love this shoot...absolutely wonderful!
stunning. stunning. stunning!!!!
they make me want to squeal! love the lighting, and she is a natural
love love.
Aaaah, so fantastic and inspiring!
What an awesome session Meg! So good...
nicely shot! very clean
Meg, you are absolutely my idol. Love your style. Keep up the beautiful work!
I love you Meg!!!! (: My DREAM Senior pictures. Everything I wanted and more.
Thank you so much Meg for sharing these gorgeous pictures of my niece! You are amazingly talented but of course you had the perfect model to work with (unbiased, right?)Now if I can just get Shelly to let me pick which one I want!
omgsh can you say stunning !? theres nothing about all these photos that i dont like ! They are all gorgeous my favorite one is oh here holding the pillow and looking at the camera. in the end this session was PERFECT!
These are some of my favorite yet! This girl has so much spunk and I love her style!
OH MY GOODNESS. This is literally so perfect, Meg! I cannot even fathom how happy this entire shoot made me. She is stunning! This is a great set of images
She is stunning, it is quite unfair. I love the playfulness of the session.
Look Behind the Lens
The busy season is upon us and extra time is very scarce around here. I've got lots and I mean LOTS of senior sessions coming to the blog this fall. Today I wanted to share a couple interviews/features that I have done lately. I am always so so honored when I get an email asking to be interviewed. It is the highest form of flattery to be asked to share about myself and my business.
I want my readers to get a little bit more "behind the lens" look so I wanted to share a couple with you today as well as awesome new inspiration websites.
Inside the locker is an awesome inspirational blog for senior photographers. They have inspiration sessions, featured vendors, and spotlight photographers. Check out the spotlight interview for Inside the Locker by clicking the image below.
Seniorologie just launch this month and is already filled with tons of senior inspiration! Check out the archives and be inspired to take your senior portraits to the next level. This feature was just posted today and it was so fun to do. You can check it out by clicking the image below.
Go4Pro is an amazing website for photographers that are doing just that... going 4 pro! Leah has amazing tutorials, free templates, and tons of business information on how to take your business to new heights. Go check it out and click on the link below to see the interview I did with Leah.
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Megan- 2012 Senior Portraits
Megan has a laugh/smile that lights up a room. You can't help but catch the giggles when you are with her. I love loved this session and how much fun we had getting these images. We found new "secret locations" (okay okay, the side of the highway!), got a bloody foot, and then ended are night with frapps from Starbucks. Megan, I can't wait to see where this life takes you and all the amazing things you will accomplish and do!
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Gorgeous session Meg!
This girl has got some great style!
More than gorgeous! And tell me this young lady is not a high school senior..maybe a college senior? She is stunning..and you create Magic Meg!!
Your work is absolutely to die for! Do you use a fill flash or just a reflector? I always have trouble with shadows/underexposed faces when shooting into the sun...
Gorgeous gorgeous pictures!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE the b/w one!! They need to order a huuuuge canvas of that. Meg you are so talented! Your photos are so dreamy and beautiful!
You have such tallent, Im inspired!
Beautiful session Meg!!!
Cassie - 2012 Senior Portraits
Senior season is in full swing here in the Tri cities! I love senior portraits and am so excited to start sharing all the sessions I've been working on. First up is the beautiful Cassie. We had an incredible session starting in a nest of wildflowers, then moving into more green and golden light filled fields. Can you tell by images at the end what Cassie wants to be? Her heart radiates with beauty and kindness. She is so excited to be a teacher and I think she couldn't have found a more perfect fit. I asked her to babysit my girls a couple weeks ago and my littlest who is normally shy jumped in her arms the first time she met Cassie. Cassie has a gift and its so amazing that she has already found her calling. Good luck in all you do beautiful Cassie!
These sessions make my heart sing and I enjoy every moment with these senior girls- laughing, dancing, having fun, and even grabbing iced coffees to cool off mid or post session.
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Hi Meg, You're photography is stunning! You are very talented. I was just wondering what steps you take in post-production to make your photographs looks so crisp and sharp looking? I'm in the process of trying to develop my own style of editing and have been researching other photographer's techniques I like. Thanks! Shelby Gordon
Every photograph from this session is amazing
the girl is beautiful, posing and processing are great!
I just discovered your blog and I love it!
Do you know where she bought her dress, belt and lace top? I love them!!
Beautiful! Love everything about these pictures!
wow!! the lighting is incredible and her hair is amazing
love the overhead shots best
You are just stinkin phenominal! I seriously loooove your work!
STUNNING!!!! Absolutely beautiful work. Very inspiring to someone strting out in photography & who LOVES portraits!
My cousin came out beautiful in these photos do you only take senior photos?
Wowzers! Beautiful work. I want Cassie's dress and her hair color:)
Gorgeous pictures AND girl. Thanks for sharing.
I absolutely love your photos. AMAZING!
Breathtaking girl and photography. Wow.
GORGEOUS!!! Simply gorgeous.
Gracylu Love
I've been focusing so much on gearing up for the 2012 Senior season that I decided to take a little break and do a fun shoot. The talented Tristian from Gracylu Originals sent me a box of goodies to photograph, and I jumped at the chance to get creative. I took a few models out to a client's gorgeous property in Kennewick that overlooks the Tri-cities. Upon arrival we were told snakes had recently been spotted. Bags and reflectors in hand, I made the biggest stomping sounds I could with every step. I am terrified of snakes! Definitely should have had a "behind the scenes" for this one! We had fun shooting all the gorgeous pieces and ended with a beautiful golden sunset! Enjoy!
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You do lovely work! I'm in my 4th year of photography and your stuff really inspires me! Not trying to sound creepy or anything lol i just wanted to let you know (:
Amazing images Meg, just gorgeous!
Meg ~ Your work is breathtaking! I'm only about 2.5 hours from you and would LOVE to see you in action! Do you offer any shooting and learn sessions or workshops? I would love to hear from you! Thank you!
Meg ~ Your work is breathtaking! I'm only about 2.5 hours away from you. Would you ever offer a shoot and learn session or workshop? I would love to hear from you! Please e-mail me
Meg, I have just discovered your work. It is absolutely gorgeous! I cannot get over just how beautiful your lighting is!
Wow! Beautiful work. I live not too far from you! I'm in Spokane, WA! I came across your site by reading the Reviere blog and seeing your gorgeous home studio. Would you ever be willing to offer a workshop or one on one learning? I would absolutely make the 2.5 hour drive to learn from you! Please contact me
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Wowzaaaa great shoot Megs. That one gorgeous young lady...ahhhh I think her name is Jenna, outstanding photos! tee hee
Gorgeous photos!!!!!
I would love to also do what Karman wants to do to! Email me?
wow,wow,wow. just stunning
Beautifully done Meg. Love the new location! I think a box full of stuff from Graceylu would inspire me too
oh my goodness, these are soo beautiful!
Hi, Meg. I've been watching your website for a long time and i LOVE your stuff. Would you ever consider doing a one-on-one mentoring? I live out of state and would LOVE to spend some time learning from you.
Can not wait for everything to finish downloading so I can start learning on all of the amazing things Meg will be teaching! Love my senior because I get to see a different side of personality than anyone else gets to experience!