Heading into the New Year with Boulevard

WOW!!! Thank you all for such a great first Christmas season. We captured the beauty and joy of hundreds of new friends through thousands of great photos!!!


We continue on with some great events, ideas and packages into the New Year.


Hear are our new Portrait Packages. Also, please note that we are introducing TWIN TUESDAY!!! Every Tuesday, families with twins or multiples receive their sitting fee for $25!


New Years Portrait Packages
-unlimited family members
-45 minute sitting

Beat the Blues
-sitting fee
-1-8x10
-8 wallets
$90

Deep Freeze
-sitting fee
-1-11x14
-2-5x7s
-8 wallets
$140

The Parka Pack
-sitting fee
-2-5x7
-8 wallets
-9 image 11x14 storyboard
$190

The Abominable Snowman
-sitting fee
-1-11x14
-2-8x10
-4-5x7
-8 wallets
-3 image storyboard plaque-mounted
$275

add onto any of the packages above:

The Snowball
-2-5x7
-2-8x10
$35

Call 519.743.3244 to book your sitting now!

Christmas Portraits...YES there is still time!

Yes!!! We can still fill pre-Christmas print orders. Any prints ordered before close on Tuesday December 18th will be returned before Christmas. We also have a few appointments for sittings left on Tuesday (sorry Monday is full).

Call now to book or place your order 519.743.3244

Basic SLR Class Details

Basic SLR: how to get your camera off the "Auto" setting: February 19, 7:00pm, $75*

Heather Fritz: In-demand Ontario portrait photographer introduces you to the world she loves...!.
What you will learn:-shutter speed
-apeture
-composition
-basic lighting
-getting confident
-how to learn from your mistakes
*spaces are limited and will be issued on a first come first served basis

Workshops!

Boulevard Introduces Our First Two Scheduled Workshops!

Call now to book 519-743-3244

Photoshop 101: for the beginner: January 23rd, 7:00pm, $85*
Ralph Heinze: Internationally recognized digital artist and expert in digital paint, Ralph was one of the first photographers to embrace the digital realm in the area. He has been teaching Photoshop and related applications for 6 years.

What you will learn:
-basic image manipulation
-opening files into Photoshop
-adjusting exposure
-altering colour balance
-altering saturation
-B&W conversions
-cropping and resizing
-sharpening
-adding "pop" to images
-saving images and making duplicates

*spaces are limited and will be issued on a first come first served basis

How to Prepare Your Child/Teen for Her/His First Fashion Portfolio Shoot: January 27th or 28th, 7:00pm, introductory price $99*
Judi Douglas: While Judi has been working in the area for 10 years, her fashion experience has taken her as far away as Greece. She has offices in both Kitchener, Ontario servicing south western Ontario and St. John's, Newfoundland servicing all of the island but travels the U.S and other countries to work throughout the year.

What you will learn:
What to bring to a shoot: accessories and necessities.
Why NOT to do your own hair and make-up
How fashion shoots work and why they are important.
What clothes to bring to a shoot.
Preparing for a shoot.....nails and hygiene.
Why showing up on time is important.
What you should and shouldn't wear to a shoot.
Behaviour and self-presentation at a shoot.
The difference between a private fashion shoot and a power shoot.


*spaces are limited and will be issued on a first come first served basis



Coming Soon! Three great workshops by Heather Fritz

-How to Get Great Photos of Your Kids

-Walk, Talk and Shoot: the Rules of Composition and How to Break Them (two sessions)

-Basic SLR

Call or email to put you name on the waiting list for these great workshops: info@boulevardphotography.com 519.743.3244

Growing and Growing, Want to Join Our Team?

As our reputation spreads and our client base grows we find ourselves ready to expand our team to accommodate more fabulous fun members.

We are currently looking for at least one more contract wedding photographer: please submit resume with portfolio (on disk is fine) to our studio in the Shops of Waterloo Town Square, 75 King Street South, Waterloo.

Also, we are looking to fill the following key position:

Full -Time Position, Boulevard Photography and Fine Things
-this position is intended to cover a maternity leave but has possibilities to continue after the year is up.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
-managing studio and wedding print/album workflow
-editing proofs
-album design
-postcard, greeting card, collage design
-slideshow design and production
-manage on-line workflow
-update monthly on-line newsletter
-maintenance of on-line store
-Boulevard advertising and marketing design (i.e. magazine ads, etc)

-customer service/retail sales
-appointment booking

Assets but not required:
-photography skills, studio specific
-photography skills, wedding and event specific

Skills Required:
-Intermediate-advance Photoshop capabilities
-graphic design skills
-comfort and ease with learning new computer programs
-independent time management
-managing the workload of part-time staffers
-confident and articulate presence when dealing with clients
-ability to take initiative in foreign situations

Start date: mid January
Compensation: to be discussed

Please apply to Boulevard Photography and Fine Things

at The Shops of Waterloo Town Square
75 King Street South , Waterloo Ontario, N2J 1P2
Attn: Heather Fritz
Or email
heather@boulevardphotogrpahy.com

Pin Up Girls-1

WOW!!!! It's been so busy at Boulevard that we haven't had a second to post. We won't be able to cover off everything we've been up to in the past few weeks so we'll just share some highlights!

PIN UP GIRLS ! was a huge success. EVERY single woman who participated had a blast, looked gorgeous and went away seeing themselves for the beautiful, sexy woman she is!

Here is a few samples from our more tame shoots:









PIN UP GIRLS 2 is scheduled for January 18 and 19...just in time for Valentine's Day. Call now to book your space. We provide hair, make up, props and some clothing.

RIM Employee Private Shopping Night

Boulevard will be welcoming the employees of RIM to a private shopping experience tomorrow night (November 7th) from 6-8pm. Employees of RIM and their friends and family are invited to enjoy some refreshments as they kick off their Christmas shopping in our elegantly chic new boutique. Come away with unique gifts you will find nowhere else around. We will have some special door prizes throughout the night and specials on pre-booked portrait sittings.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Crazy Qatalyst Fashion Shoot

Boulevard was selected to shoot the most recent fashion spread for Qatalyst Magazine (on stands now) http://www.qatalystmedia.com/ featuring uber-cool snowboarding wear. ummmm...wow, fun! Hilary and Cassie form Qatalyst keep things moving despite the antics of one nutty tall model....first time in a long time we've had to photograph standing on a ladder!

p.s. no pants was my idea..H!

Broadway stances from one while the other model gets styled...getting a little wacky from the heat of snow suits!


1..2..3..jump!

Baby Kane

This wee man is only 5 weeks old and he's already posing like a model. What a beauty.

Christmas Portraits

Little Nicholas looks like a St. Nicholas-in-training here. Our store manager and one of our key photographers, Sarah, had a blast capturing the spirit of this wee man as he got into the Christmas Spirit!

Tank!

Well, the studio is off to a flying start!!!! We've had such a wide range of interesting photo shoots, from pet pro traits, to fashion shoots to product shoots. There is no way we'll be able to keep up with production and blog about everything so we'll pop on and give you a bit of a highlight every now and then.

This is Tank, he goes to work everyday with his owners, the brothers from the barber shop two doors down from the studio. Michael and Dominic were shocked to here we'd photograph their dog for them and even more surprised when Tank acted like a perfect gentleman.

If you are interested in having your pet photogrpaher, give us a call and we'll be sure to find space for him, her or it!

Wedding Dreams and Photographers Wanted

This past weekend's Bridal Show at Bingeman's was such a blast. What a great batch of brides we have for 2008 AND 2009.

We appreciate your support so much and are so pleased to tell you that we have enough dates in 2007 fully booked that we are looking to hire for contract at least two more photographers. If you or someone you know is interested, please send or drop off a brief resume and CD of images to Boulevard Photography and Fine Things, 75 King Street South, Unit 28B, Waterloo Ontario N2J 1P2.

Boulevard Pin-Up Girls Photoshoots

It's here..FINALLY here....we are now taking bookings for our first series of Boulevard Pin-up Girls. These photos are for ANY WOMAN, any size, any age. Sexy but tasteful, playing on your best attributes, photographed by a woman to help you look and feel your best. We provide hair and make-up and some props along with advice on what to bring along to make you look your best....

Just for you? or a great Christmas present for him???? you decide.

Booking now for November 16th and 17th!

Call 519.743.3244

Avery, born October 6th

Avery's mom, Tammy, had her priorities straight when she waited to deliver Avery about 14 hours after our grand opening party. hee hee.

Here's the wee muffin, only a couple days old.

Lots of Friends, Lots of Fun, Lots of Photos!

It looks like we can say that our Grand Opening party was a resounding success. Over 200 people came by with best wishes as we officially introduced our new studio and shop in the Waterloo Town Square (75 King Street South). Although we have been open for 2 weeks already and have been really getting our money's worth out of all that new studio equipment, it was such a joy to introduce the place to all of our new and old friends. If you missed it, don't worry, we'll have a little party just for you when you show up to say hi, browse for some "fine things", get a passport photo taken, have your Christmas Cards designed, shop for a wedding photographer, etc, etc, etc!
Check back to this blog often as we will soon be announcing our workshop schedule, some great contests and the most FABULOUS theme day for photos!!!
Thanks to all who came by to wish us well or sent flowers. Our "fine things" are flying off the shelves and our portraits studio is getting booked up fast. We couldn't have done it without you!

Ribbon Cutting!!!!! We did it!

Left: Sarah Derschner, Weddings Manager

Middle: Heather Fritz, Owner/Photographer

Right: Francine Bayley, Studio Manager

mmmmmmmmmmm.....Sugar Beads, we can't keep this stuff on the shelves!

Thanks to Yvonne at The Cake Box for out great logo cake!

(www.cakebox.ca)

photos, fine things, gift baskets!

Heather Fritz, owner and dreamer

Laura B, photographer, Laura S, sales and marketing

Teresa Mederios from Ultimate Affairs, located within Boulevard Photography

Yummies from David's Gourmet! (check out thier website, we did most of the photos! www.davidsgourmet.com)

Fabu entertainment by Dan and Thom Speck

Grand Opening Party Tonight

Join us! Laugh, chat, eat, look at amazing photos, start your Christmas shopping now, find yourself the most unique new "Fine Thing", check out our gift baskets, meet the people, win prizes...and more and more and more!

We welcome all to join us this evening at Boulevard Photography and Fine Things' grand opening.

We are located in the Shops of Waterloo Town Square, 75 King Street S, Waterloo, inside the mall beside the travel agent. Though we are open all day for business, the party runs from 6-9 with our grand opening ceremonies at 8:00. Don't miss out, we are drawing for some amazing door prizes!

See you tonight!

It's here!!!!

Well, it's happening, tomorrow we open the doors to Boulevard Photography and Fine Things in the Shops of Waterloo Town Square. We have some amazing "Fine Things" for you and even more amazing photographers waiting to capture your special day, your wee baby, your expecting tummy, your whole family and more!
Thanks all for your amazing support and your words of encouragement.
See you at Boulevard!

Support one of our own as she walks for others....

I remember the swell of pride I felt when I saw the photo of Jenn crossing the finish line at Toronto's Weekend to End Breast Cancer. This is a 60 km walk to raise funds to end this terrible disease. Jenn has since moved to Vancouver but comes back to Ontario on a regular basis to shoot Boulevard weddings (and visit her family). She is a favourite with engaged couples and their families because she has a true passion for making your day special. Her passion for giving continues across the county as she prepares to walk ANOTHER 60 km walk.

Read below and if you can, offer her your support.

Thank you,

Heather

From Jenn:

Hi Friend,

On September 5-7, 2008 I'll be participating in The Weekend to End Breast Cancer.I'll walk 60 kilometres over 2 days with thousands of other women and men. The net proceeds will support breast cancer research, treatment, and services through the BC Cancer Foundation.I've agreed to raise at least $2,000, but I'd love to exceed the $2600 I raised a couple of years ago. Use the link at the bottom of this email to visit my site - and please take the time to support me. Please keep in mind how far I'm walking - and how hard I'll have to train.According to the National Cancer Institute of Canada, approximately 20,500 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and about 5,400 will die from the disease. That's why I'm walking so far. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me - by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.Thank you in advance for your generosity!Sincerely,Jennifer Kirk
Click here to visit my personal page.If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can visit the web address:http://www.endcancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Vancouver2008?px=2350764&pg=personal&fr_id=1255&fl=en_US&et=G3G0vCfzpuy9wO7EVct-_A..&s_tafId=187181

Our Jenn-Jenn earlier this year at the

Wedding and Portrait Photographers International convention in Las Vegas.

Sneak Preview: Sugar Beads!!!

In the next few weeks we will be featuring some of the "Fine Things" we will be carrying in store and on-line. We have hand selected so many beautiful things I don't know how we are going to choose what to showcase...check back often as we show you some of the delectable baby things, luxurious spa items, decadent jewelry, and innovative wedding favours.

Here is the start of our custom jewelry line designed by Gay Isber of Sugar Beads. These hand made pieces, with their antique beads and recovered pearls are a fresh alternative to the crystal tiaras seen at many weddings today. These pieces will make you stand out on your wedding day and are sure to become treasured heirlooms.

We will also be carrying a complete line of casual "Sugar" for you to wear everyday!