Train Day 2009

We photographed our Train Day last Wednesday at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC. We had so much fun, even with 20 mph winds and a chilly morning. Everyone was such good sports and we got some awesome images! Take a peek...

Alisha - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Alisha from A.L. Brown High School!

Activities: Cheerleading, Anchor Club, NHS, Church dance team.

Friends Describe her as: Honest, Selfless.

College Goals: Chapel Hill to study Criminal Justice.

Career Goals: Lawyer.

Favorite Place to Shop: Rue 21.

Hobby: Hanging out with Friends, Writing Poems to Express herself.

Awards: 2 Young Author Awards - 5th grade at county level and this year at state level.

Favorite Song: "God in Me" by Mary Mary.

Comfort Items: Coach Bag and Bible.

Lauryn - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Lauryn from A.L. Brown High School!

Activities: Juniorettes, NHS, Golf, Snak Pak Club.

Friends Describe her as: Great listener and problem solver.

Career Goal: Doctor/OBGYN

College: Davidson.

Favorite Hobby: Shopping!

Dream: Meet Oprah.

Kennedy - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Kennedy from Concord High School!

Activities: Cheerleading, Keystone.

Friends Describe her as: Caring, Kind, Always smiling.

Favorite Stores: Forever 21, Earthbound.

Favorite Place to be: Beach.

Favorite Music Genre: Pop.

College Goals: UNC Wilmington to study Neo-Natal Care or Anesthesiology.

Hobbies: Painting, Being Outside, Riding 4 wheelers.

Hannah - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Hannah from Concord High School!

Activities: Cheerleading, Track, Keystone.

Friends Describe Her as: FUNNY, Caring, Enthusiastic, "Goofball," Outgoing, Energetic, Kind, and LOUD.

Career Goals: Medical Field - Nursing or Dental Hygeine.

Favorite Store: Forever 21.

Favorite Teams: UNC Tar Heels and Carolina Panthers.

Favorite Food: Double Cheesy Beef Burrito!

Unique Story: Swallowed a quarter when she was seven.

Randi Lee - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Randi Lee from West Stanly High School!

Activities: Cross Country, Track, AAU Slammers (basketball), JETS, Math Club, Jr. Civitan.

Friends Describe Her as: Friendly, Willing to help, Loving, Trustworthy.

Goals: Miss Teen USA.

College Goals: UNC to study Math.

Favorite Team: Tarheels!

Madelyn - 2010 IP Senior SpokesModel

Meet Madelyn from East Rowan High School!

Activities: Cheerleading, Junior Civitans, Editor-in-chief of Eastonian yearbook, Student Council, NHS.

Friends would describe her as: Fun, Energetic and Bubbly.

Loves to shop at: Marshalls.

Favorite Music Artist: Brad Paisley.

Favorite Movie: Sweet Home Alabama.

College Goals: UNCC to study education. She wants to be a 1st grade teacher.

Quotes: "Live it up and be happy."

Born & Raised Carolina Tar Heels fan! (She fits in well around here!)

Class of '10 Model Shoot (part I)

We had our first session with our Class of 2010 Senior SpokesModels yesterday. They had their hair and make up done, brought some fabulous outfits, and we played for hours!




Tara was full of excitement! Who knew carrying equipment and props would be so fun?! (Just kidding!) She was full of creative ideas!

Karen has been photographing Randi Lee since she was a tiny baby! This was such an awesome experience to photograph her as a young lady. Before we know it, we'll be photographing her wedding. (No rush though!)

This is only the beginning of our spokesModel model shoots! We'll keep you posted with the others!

Special thanks to Katie for the fabulous hair-dos!

Matthew Wicker's Bar Mitzvah

Saturday, we photographed a bar mitzvah for a young man that we've had the honor of watching grow up! Matthew Wicker celebrated on of the most significant occasions in the life of a Jew. A bar mitzvah symbolizes a young person reaching the age of responsibility within the Jewish Community, and usually takes place during the 13th year.


Saturday began with the ceremony at Temple Beth El in Charlotte. Matthew's parents, Suzanna and Bobby, hosted a brunch at their home following the ceremony. There, we photographed some family portraits. Then Saturday night, the celebration ended with a party at the Marriott at Southpark. The theme of the party was Hollywood Red Carpet event! The decorations were great and the kids had a blast!


Did we mention they had a photo booth? Too much fun!!






Here's a sneak peek! Take a look.

Facebook Party (Girls Night Out)

We had an incredible turnout on Friday night for our Facebook Party aka Girls Night Out! We had so much fun and raised over $800 for our 2009 Focused on a Cure Breast Cancer Survivor campaign!

Special thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to help pamper our guest!
Treva & Patsy (Mary Kay)
Katie & Jessica (Hair)
Tricia (B's Purses)
Renee (Thirty-One gifts)
Lisa (Essential Bodywear)
Paula (Southern Living)
Rhonda (Massages)
Angel (Nails)
Renda (Premier Jewelry)
Judie (Calendars)

Here's a sneak peek at how much fun we had!

IP Home Party

Last Thursday, one of our fabulous clients, Christine Boyter, hosted an IP party at her farm house in Gastonia. (You might remember Christine's family from this!) We had a total of 14 guests that Christine thought would really appreciate the quality of our photography.

Christine's house was perfect for a home party. We didn't have to bring many samples! :)







We brought along some new frames and products that we've recently started selling.







Check out our new "skinny mini" business cards! They're a really neat accent to scatter on tables at parties, weddings, etc.

If you haven't been into the studio lately, you're probably not aware of our metal prints. They can be hung with ribbon, chair, bolts, you name it! Take a peak! (This was one of our hostess gifts for Christine!)

Each lady who attended received a gift bag full of goodies!

Renda and Karen had a presentation for the ladies about IP and what we have to offer.

They had a few contests for the ladies. For example, "Who has the oldest portrait in their wallet??" The winner had a portrait from TEN years ago!

We had a lot of fun with these ladies and we thank Christine for opening her home to us! We look forward to photographing each and every one of their families!

Center Stage Dance Company

Last Saturday, we photographed Center Stage Dance Company's competition team portraits. These girls are amazing dancers and can prove it with the awards they've won!

Here's a few of our favorites from this weekend...

CSDC is known for their creative dances and costumes...as you can see. They're a fun bunch!