FREE photography class!!! ~kim curran

I just received this e-mail from in focus learning center. Rod & Robin are excellent instructors. They simplify the complicated. If you are in San Diego this Sunday, TAKE THE CLASS! It is free, they are asking for an unwrapped toy.   

Dear Kim, As a member of our IFLC family we'd like to offer you, your family and friends a chance to join us for a free holiday photography workshop and our first IFLC toy drive this Sunday at the beautiful Marina Village Conference Center near Mission Bay in San Diego! This two-hour, hands-on workshop covers just what you need to make your holiday photos spectacular this year ... and make the process stress-free! Through lectures, slide-shows and interactive, hands-on exercises (both indoors and out) you'll garner the experience needed to capture and create spectacular memories with your digital camera. Bring your camera, lens and flash for a fun and enlightening time. All we ask is that each attendee bring a new, unwrapped toy (valued at $10 or more) for admission. We'll deliver your gifts to a local toy drive before Christmas. When: Sunday December 18, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST Add to my calendar This free holiday event is limited to the first 55 people who register. You can bring up to four guests. Once spaces have filled, registration will be closed. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a daring amateur or enthusiastic rookie, we can help you (and your photos) stay In Focus during the holidays! Click on the link below to learn more and register for this timely event. Learn More About the Event and Register!

Or you can register now and lock in your spot! Register Now! I can't make it

Thanks again for your continued support of the In Focus Learning Center. We'll see you at the event and Happy Holidays! Sincerely, Rod and Robin Deutschmann San Diego In Focus Learning Center savemeaspot@me.com kim curran photography

Christmas Cuties! ~ kim curran

Little girls this cute make my job easy! All dressed up in their Christmas outfits and ready to model. What more could I ask for, well maybe for some red shoes like that for my very own. Got your card, Amber, adorable!

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Photo Wall Art Display {Home Decor Inspiration}

I came across this blog piece on I heart faces & I just had to post it. Even I struggle with how to display my work. I think there are some really creative options here. My favorite is Tara Whitney. I think I have some projects for after the holidays.

Do you have a blank wall in your home that is just begging for art? Do you have lots of photos sitting on your hard drive (or still on memory cards, even) that you would like to use for a special home decor project?

How about making a dynamic art display using those photos? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite home decor ideas with photos to inspire you to create your very own photo wall art display.

Photo Credit: Sawdust and Paper Scraps

A very cool Instax photo art collage by The Image Is Found. If we had an office, we would do this with your photo submissions!

Beautiful photo wall by Tara Whitney. We love the shot of her taking a photo.

Photo wall collage by Becca, one of our lovely readers.

Framed photo collage by Annie McElwain.

We love this sleek photowall art layout in Decor Chick’s home. Mixing prints and patterns with your photos is a great idea!

Photo by Kate at Centsational Girl. Check out her great before and after tutorial to create this functional and beautiful photo wall for your own home.

How about doing a creative chalkboard? This photo wall was featured on The Pink Chalkboard.

We love this simple idea for your home. It would be perfect for a kid’s room. You could even interchange some of the photos with your child’s current artwork. Photo featured on Crap I’ve Made.

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the Solis Family session ~ kim curran

I met with Dr. Michael Solis, his lovely wife April & their two handsome boys for their family photo session. This is my first time photographing the whole family but certainly not my first experience with them. Miguel & Julian do some modeling for Jet Set and I have done their head shots for about the last 4 years or so.   Good looking bunch, don't you think? 

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all in the family ~ kim curran san diego photographer

Grace contacted me in hopes of  doing a multi-generational session. Her husband's family were coming to town & wanted a portrait of the whole group. She was concerned that the number of people, kids in particular, might overwhelm me. I've known Grace for many years. She is so very kind & one of the nicest people I know. She is also an excellent mommy to her 4 young kiddos. Having photographed them previously, I had no doubt that they would be wonderful in front of the camera. Besides, I have a secret weapon...the squeaky rubber chicken! It is guaranteed to get the attention of young & old alike.

So we worked out the details. I made them carry the couch (the youngest one fell asleep on it) & this is what we got. Thank you, Grace...do you still have my chicken?

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