Lisa Carpenter Photography

Triathlete Magazine...That's Our Goal :)

When my client and I first met to do the session for her portfolio, I was nearly insistent that we do another session to include shots in her wetsuit...I am glad we did!!!  Part Deux of the swim, bike, run session.

So, I really had a hard time picking my favorites.  I just decided to grab a handful to share instead:)

Thanks for stopping by!

~lisa

Preparing For The Big Event!

The son of one of my clients is preparing for his Bar Mitzvah and I was asked to do his photo session for his headshots and the fun creative shots that will be diplayed at the big event.  We met at one of my favorite locations and other than a little too much wind, it was a perfect day.  I would like to share a few from that session that I love, but then again, I really love all of them :)  Their son was THE perfect subject as he really knew what he wanted for the creative shots and even shared a few ideas of his own, but also did great on the more traditional shots. 

Thank you for stopping by!

~lisa

Let The FUN Begin!

February's Fun Letter just went out and I wanted to mention a couple of topics on here as well. If you have not yet signed up for my Fun Letters, just go to the right => and click on "join our list". I promise these are just fun and informational and they will NOT take up your inbox :)

SENIORS!!! It is getting to be that time of year :) Wouldn't it be fun to get all the necessary shots out of the way and then YOU get to have it YOUR way? Guys, bring anything that you want to be part of that killer senior portrait. Bring your sports stuff, instrument, skateboard, iPod or heck, just bring your car if you wish! Girls, bring your hats, fun jewelry, favorite book, instrument, iPod or your VERY best friend! Just bring what defines you and we are sure to have a blast and make your senior portraits something you will want to share with everyone. We will first discuss dates and location and then we can talk about what you are wanting for your session.

Make sure to tell a friend because if they sign up for a session, you will get a complimentary set of 48 wallets to hand out to anyone you like! So EXPRESS YOURSELF and let's have some fun :)

I thought I would leave you with a little fun:

Have a great day!

~lisa

The Self-Portrait Project

I often hear that it is nice to put a face with the name or the voice over the phone when I finally get to meet a new client.  So, I thought that it would be good to take a photo of myself and put it up on the main entry into my website.  I do have one photo of me and my two wonderful boys on the contact me page, but sometimes that one is missed.  Or this one of me and my youngest <= .  My first thought was "I do NOT like being in front of the camera at ALL!".  My next thought was "It would be a good reminder of how some clients may feel when I am the one behind the camera pointing the lens at them saying just have fun and relax!."   Funny, when it came time for me to do this, I found it quite difficult.  I truly believe this is why I LOVE LOVE LOVE making my clients feel comfortable, confident and happy about having portraits taken because I truly do understand how uncomfortable the process can be.  I know that if I can make my subjects feel comfortable and relaxed, great images will emerge!  So, here goes, some from the Self-Portrait project:

So...I found myself having a hard time not being TOO serious or TOO goofy and here is what came next:

And then the 4 words you will often hear me say "It SHOULD be fun!"

 

WHEW...I did it and I even shared them :) 

Now, on to business.  Don't forget to sign up for the fun-letter to get the details on the free digital session.  The deadline will be here before you know it!  Try to take some time to relax during these last days before Christmas.

~lisa

One Light = One Inspired Photographer!

Wow, this was so so much fun and I want to share some of the images from the One Light Workshop in Atlanta.  Zack is one amazing photographer with an incredible ability to share and teach so much in one day.  Our group had a blast and the models were superb, even in the freezing cold!!!  I just love when I learn something that makes me jump up and down with excitement...well, and to warm up too ;)

Thanks for letting me share!

~lisa

Seen In This Month's Issue of New Beauty Magazine!

Late this summer I was contacted by New Beauty Magazine to work with them on a shoot for "The Expert's Wives" section of their publication.  Of course I was excited to do this because I enjoy their magazine myself!  It was so much fun to work with Dr. Robert's wife and I think her photos turned out wonderful...she looks simply stunning!  You can see the current issue on newstands or simply look at their website -

Thank you for viewing:)

~lisa

THE PROOF IS IN THE PUDDIN'...or the photograph that is!!!

BRRRR....it is just downright cold outside here in Denver, Colorado!  We started the day off at -9 degrees and that is not windchill..yikes :)  We are having one of the worst winters in history and that can cause some problems with on-location photography....or can it?  Remember how we were always told to make lemonade out of lemons, and that attitude is everything?  Well, this most recent session is proof that if you think you can...then it CAN happen. 

My client, Mr. D, and I met at a gorgeous local state park and lake.  It was in the low 30's and snow was still completely covering everything.  I got to the location a few minutes early and was walking around to check things out.  As I was walking back up the hill to my car I quickly found myself up to my hips in snow!  I had stepped into an area that was a little deep!  We found that during the session, the bright snow posed a few problems...I had to be spot on with my exposure and Mr. D had to close his eyes occasionally to take a break from the extreme brightness.  However, the snow acted like one HUGE reflector and I loved that.  I was up for the brightness and snow challenge and my client completely got my style and we ended up with some FANTASTIC images. 

Here are just of few of many that I would like to share...

I had such a hard time selecting my favorites.  Thank you Mr. D for making this session so much fun!  Welcome to the United States and best of luck to you on your new ventures!!!!!

until next time,

~lisa

FUN WITH FASHION!!

Gorgeous location, beautiful lighting and a beautiful client = gorgeous shots!  We had alot of fun even though we had to walk through squishy muddy areas but it was so well worth it :)  I wanted to share a few of the images from the session.

 

Thank you for letting me share and thank you to Miss J for making the session fun.

~lisa

The Fun of Blends!

A blend is just that....a blend.  A blend of borders, accents and colors that make a photo into something quite unique.  These look truly amazing in printed form :)  Here are just a couple examples of what can be done with these already beautiful pictures.

Who says we can't have a little fun?  There are endless possibilities with these and that is what I love!  Thanks for looking.

~lisa

Can Beauty Be Defined by Just A Smile?

The answer to that is YES!!!  This beautiful woman had such an amazing smile and I just couldn't help but smile with her..Just a few to share to show what I mean...

thank you for looking..

~lisa