I’m having a photography Scavenger Hunt this Saturday, September 17th, at Potomac Overlook Park in Arlington. Everyone from the very young to the very old can participate, so bring the whole family! Event will be free of charge. Register here so we know how many snacks to bring. I hope to see you there, and [...]
Time is running out to sign up to take fall classes!
Digital Photography 1 at Oak Marr is already full, but there’s still space available at Frying Pan Farm Park. You can also sign up to be on the waiting list at Oak Marr, in case space becomes available.
There’s also still space available in [...]
We are having a follow up class to the one we did in July this Sunday, August 21.
Here is the new outline for the class:
A lecture on Aperture and Lighting
Support Group on Body image I
Break into pairs
Decide who will be photographer and who will be photographed
Women who will be photographed will tell their [...]
Digital Camera 1 will help you get to know more than just the automatic setting on your digital camera. We will be out and about as we learn how our cameras work, and how we can apply that knowledge to create wonderful photographs. Tuesdays at 6:00 pm starting September 20.
Controlling the [...]
Classes start August 6.
Call Oak Marr Rec Center, 703-281-6501, and ask for Robert
9 to 10:30 Digital Photography: This class will explore how your camera works. We will be out and about photographing as we learn about our cameras.
11 to 12:30 Digital Photography II Class: This class will focus on composition, using all the information [...]
9 to 10:30 Digital Photography 1: Out and About. Learn your camera by doing.
11 to 12:30 Digital Photography 1: Classroom and hands on
12:30 to 2 Study in Contrast This class we will explore contrast in color, lighting, texture. Without any contrast a picture is white or black, but what is enough [...]
Do you love taking photographs, but hate being photographed? Do you avoid being in front of the camera? If so, you are not alone. Many women dislike being photographed because of the images they see. The images we see in the media have a resounding effect on our own self esteem [...]
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Working with Jessica was 100% enjoyable—from the photo shoot to the final product. The magnificent shoots captured the true essence of my daughter's personality. I love my pictures!!
— Lori B.Jessica and through her, Portrait Playtime made some beautiful portraits of our family. We were especially happy with Jessica's ability to get everyone to relax and "act" natural. My in-laws are in their 90s and it is not easy to get them to loosen up, but Jessica did, and the pictures are a tribute to her abilities as a photographer. Thanks Portrait Playtime!
— Nancy S.Thank you!! So excited...we just had our La Leche League meeting on Tuesday and the pictures were an absolute hit. Everyone was in awe of the beauty you captured.
— Rene K.Working with Jessica on my headshots was a delight -- she was diligent, creative, enthusiastic and playful, and the whole process was fun. The photos were great and my publisher is thrilled!
— Benjamin R.My daughter's picture softens the room and everyone who can't help but to stare at it.
— Lizette A.Our session with Portrait Playtime was so much fun that I almost forgot we were there to take pictures. Jessica really captured my children’s personalities and our family dynamic in the images. I am very happy with our pictures and I know we will enjoy them for years to come.
— Maggie T.Jessica captured the spirit and personality of each of my 3 boys, she was patient calm and sweet and the photographs are treasures for our family
— Alisa H.Jessica knew how to engage the boys so that the photo session was very easy. The pictures are beautiful and we will treasure them forever.
— Kristin H.Simply awesome. Thanks for a job well done.
— Wilfred C.Ooooo, I LOVE THEM!!!! Thanks so much Jessica, these are just perfect. This might sound silly, but I really feel like you captured "who I am" ... as in, they match the way I view myself and my personality.
— Stephanie Oppenheimer APRJessica and Rebekah went above and beyond based upon our families unique situation; my husband is leaving next week for a 6 month deployment. Because of the special bond between these ladies and our family they expedited the photo process so that my husband will be able to see them before he leaves. On the surface this may appear to be more than a kind gesture, but for me, this has allowed my family to enjoy the beautiful photos together.The professionalism, humor and care that we experienced with Jessica and Rebecka will be something that we will take with us for the rest of our lives. These ladies have truly given my family a reason to smile at such a difficult time in our lives. Thanks so much Playtime Portraits!
— Paris T.What I love about my photos is that Jessica completely captured the essence of my two children at different stages and ages. Their quirks, their expressions and their personalities. When I look at our family photos I feel like I've entered a little time capsule where I can experience memories that I may have otherwise have forgotten. Thank you Jessica, what a treasure!
— Michelle W.Working with Portrait Playtime was the perfect fundraiser for our La Leche Leauge group! We hosted the locations for the photo shoots, spread the word to fill up the schedule, and they did everything else. Not only did we raise money for our group, but everyone who participated was delighted with the photos that were taken. The portrait of my family captures each personality perfectly.
— Jenn GriffithDoing a fundraiser with Jessica was easy, and enjoyable. I loved watching her interact with babies, children and adults to create great portraits.
— Marianne V.Your photographs are brilliant. Looking at them, you immediately know that our campers are interested, active, challenged and engaged. If you look at the pictures on any other camp web site, you see only posed pictures of smiling campers with their arms around each others' shoulders.
— Shane MishkinMy children are far apart in age—our son is 17 and our daughter is 9—and I worried it would not be possible to get intimate, loving photos of them together. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Jessica engaged my children with each other and with her. The photos exceeded my expectations. Visitors to our home almost always ask who the photographer was.
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