Graduation time is upon us once again. It has been such a great year around here for Johnston Photography Senior Portraits. We met some wonderful seniors from Marion Central, Cary Grove, Prairie Ridge, Crystal Lake South, Crystal Lake Central, Jacobs High School and others including home schooled seniors as well. Johnston Photography brought in some new products and graduation announcement designs. One of our favorites this year was a composit that is slightly different from ones of the past. Here is a sample of one such composite.
May 23, 2012
May 18, 2012
3-D Art @ Johnston Photography
Every now and then I am hired for an assignment that does not involve images of people or pets. This is just such a project. My client wants to give her husband a more personal gift this year. He has this wonderful amorillis plant that he inherited from an aunt. It has become a source of pride and every year gains more blossoms. It only blooms once a year, and she wanted to capture it so they would enjoy it's beauty all year long. She has selected a 3 dimensional art piece for it's display. The smaller image of the blosom will actually be on a block and stand just over an inch off of the base image. This unique look is really taking off with Johnston Photography portraits, but this is our first for a fine art project.
May 05, 2012
Congratulations Stuart !!!
Johnston Photography has the opportunity throughout the year of photographing many area high school seniors. One in particular this year is already out making a name for himself. Stuart Streit has been a client of Sarah Johnstons since he was a small boy. We just love being able to share great news for our clients. Stuarts accomplishments are deffinately great news. Here is a link to the Chicago Tribune article. Congratulations Stuart and Best of Luck at Notre Dame. We look forward to all of the great things yet to come for you!
If you or someone you know has some great news that should be shared please let us know. Johnston Photography likes good news so much better than bad!
Here is one of Stuarts senior portraits from Johnston Photography in Crystal Lake.
May 03, 2012
She's Here!!!
That's right Lyla Grace, my daughters baby has arrived! Now as most of you know I just LOVE photographing newborns, and this gave me such a perfect time to play. I spent 2 weeks in MN helping Katie adjust to her new life with a baby. I packed my car full of items for photographing a small child. Sort of Johnston Photography on location.
We did baby photos, sister photos, mom and baby photos, dad and baby photos, and even family photos. Personally, I was in heaven. Photographing and hanging out with my daughter and granddaughters! I actually spent 5 hours one day holding Lyla so Kate could get some rest. There were nursing breaks, but not for too long. It was wonderful. I am addicted!
I think Johnston Photography needs to make an irresistable offer for moms to bring me their newborns so I can hold them and photograph them and get my baby fix. Hmmmmm we will have to work on this.
Anyway here are a few images from my time away from the studio.
May 02, 2012
OH SO GOOD!!!!
A client dropped by to thank me for the portraits I had done for them and brought me a small box of chocolates. They were from a little shop in the area I had not seen before. MORKES. Holy Cow! Those sweet little morsels did not last long around me, that's for sure. A few days later I had to go photograph at a clients home and went past Morkes store on Rt62 by Randall Rd. So I promised myself I would stop in and have a look around on my way back to the studio. Well I must say it is such a cute place, and the smells are totally intoxicating! I made a selection and went to the counter to purchase. I saw a business card on the counter and stopped. I looked at the sales clerk and questioned the name on the card. I said " Is this MY Claudia Kendzior?" She of course looked at me as if I were nuts, but lo and behold the owner happens to be a long time Johnston Photography client. I have had the honor of watching her 3 kids and 2 dogs grow and change thru the years. She purchased the shop a couple of years ago and is enjoying it very much. It shows. With such a cute place and wide variety of offerings, she must love it.
I would like to encourage everyone that comes into the area to make a stop at Morkes Chocolates 2755 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL.(just west of Randall Rd) Tell Claudia I sent you and be sure to try the Chocolates coverd with sea salt. They are amazing!!
March 22, 2012
Miss Crystal Lake 2012
This Saturday the Miss Crystal Lake and Little Miss Crystal Lake Pageant will be held at Crystal Lake South High School. Johnston Photography has had the honor of being involved with this wonderful event for many years. These girls work very hard to prepare for the pageant. They attend classes once a week and learn about presenting themselves in public. They also attend Crystal Lake Chamber Mixers where they are given the opportunity to meet some of the leaders in our community. Contestants in the past have not only gained self confidence but made some great connections in the Crystal Lake business world. There are 4 titles the girls compete for. Miss Photogenic, Miss Congeniality, First Runner up and Miss Crystal Lake. Miss Crystal Lake will receive a scholarship for her achievement. Miss Congeniality is selected by the contestants themselves, and Miss Photogenic is voted on by all of the people that attend Expo on Saturday before 1. So come on out and pick your favorite, then stay to see the final results!! The pageant starts at 2 in the afternoon. See you there!!
February 29, 2012
Exciting New Product at Johnston Photography!!
Carol and I are so excited to share the news on our new 3D Art. This product takes wall portraits to a whole new level. Available in several sizes and configurations there is something sure to fit your needs.
Perfect for Maternity Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Children, Family or Pet Portraits. And Seniors? OMG! This is PERFECT! We custom design the piece to go with the look you want. Traditions, fun to extremely WILD. Portraits created in this style need no frames, no glass. They are delivered ready to hang.
So if you have been thinking about having us create a wall grouping for you but were afraid of the both space and financial commitment.....THIS IS FOR YOU!
As a way ti introduce you to this fun new product we are offering 10% off of the complete line. Please give us a call and come in and see for yourself, the quality of these pieces. At Johnston Photography, we pride ourselves on turning out top quality at a reasonable price. This line is not different. You will love showing off your family portraits in the new way.
So don't wait. This offer could end at any time. 815-459-1481 Available for new or past portrait sessions.
February 27, 2012
An Interest in Pinterest!?!?!?!
So, how many of you have found this new addiction like me? PINTEREST! I have developed a real Love/Hate relationship with this site. It sucks up valuable time but I have gotten some great stuff from it! New recipes for food I should not eat, ideas for in the studio and decorating ideas for home. For high school seniors.... we are pinning outfit ideas. Please pin ideas for us if you would like.
As some of you may know, my daughter Katie is expecting a little girl in April. They are getting ready to move into a new home in MN too. I have found idea for both the babys room and Haileys ( our step grand daughter) room. Here is one of the projects I am working on for the baby. Simple, easy and best of all....Katie really likes it! I am planning the same thing for Hailey but I want her to come with me to pick out the patterns for each letter.
Please don't curse me if I have just introduced you to this hot craze! Remember- you can walk away from the computer at any time! LOL
February 24, 2012
Does it Still Look Like You?
Do you advertise your business on a billboard? Brochures? Flyers? Business Cards? Do you use a professional business portrait on any of your literature? Nothing is more embarrassing than meeting a client that has only seen your printed materials and does not recognize you face to face. Are you using a portrait from years ago or how about a snapshot someone in the office took? You are a professional! You need to use a professionally photographed portrait. A professional photographer knows how to place you and how to use light to bring out your best features. A professional knows how to carefully retouch your image to make you look your absolute best! Remove stray hair, soften lines and remove blemishes are all standard at Johnston Photography.
Sarah Johnston has been a Professional Photographer and business owner in the Crystal Lake area for over 25 years. She is the best at helping you put your best face forward. Call today for information on updating you professional business portrait. 815-459-1481
Johnston Photography- For all your photographic need! Business, Children, Families, Maternity, Newborn and Pets. Award winning and a Certified Professional Photographer.
February 23, 2012
Soon To-Be a Mommy Alert!!
If you or someone you know is soon to be a mommy, this is for YOU! Baby Bundles- Johnston Photographys new line of maternity and newborn portrait plans is ready to go. Baby Bundles offers a single session with prints to the whole first year of sessions complete with a custom designed album.
Now is the time to start planning just how you would like to capture all of the milestones for your Baby Bundle! Call Sarah or Carol at Johnston Photography 800-919-KIDS or email totsnaps@mac.com and we will be happy to answer all of your questions!
Looking for the perfect shower gift? We also offer Gift Certificates in any denomination.
Sarah Johnston owns and operates Johnston Photography in Crystal Lake, IL. With the studio being just over 2000 sq ft it creates an intimate setting for these most precious of portraits. Sarah has spent the past 25 years honing her skills with photographing children of all ages. Her passion is maternity and newborns, building clients for life from the ground up. Sarah has won numerous local, state and national awards for her portraits of children. She lectures around the country helping photographers perfect their skills. She has earned the degreesof Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman and is a Certified Professional Photographer all in association with Professional Photographers of America. She has also traveled around the world judging photographic competitions. Sarah is a wife, mother of 2 grown children and has recently become a grandmother. She understands just how quickly babies grow and change. She knows just how important it is to capture these moments forever. There is no going back. When the memories are important, JohnstonPhotography is the name you can trust for quality and creativity.
