http://www.pyphoto.com/ Orange County California area photographer Peter Yamasaki. Specializing in Location Portraits and Boudoir Photography. en-us http://www.PYPhoto.com/brides.html Wed, 26 Sep 2007 16:50:16 PDT A great gift should say something about the giver and the receiver. What could be better than a special package of photographs to give your groom? Find out how you can give him the best gift ever. Offers http://www.PYPhoto.com/portraitinfo#cost Sun, 23 Sep 2007 13:55:00 PDT For all those who've been asking about it, the new package pricing is available at PYPhoto.com. You can still build your custom package by contacting me and letting me know exactly what YOU want. I'll build a special package just for you. News http://www.PYPhoto.com/store Sun, 23 Sep 2007 04:12:21 PDT No, not really. But the 2008 Calendar (along with a whole bunch of other stuff) is now available. News http://www.PYPhoto.com/brides.html Thu, 24 Aug 2006 03:12:21 GMT Yes, it's been a while since the last update. So to make things interesting, I'm offering this special package for brides FREE to the next person who reserves it. Of course, there are some special conditions; so if you're a bride (or know someone who is) check the site and see if you can get almost $500 worth of photography for free! Offers http://www.PYPhoto.com/tips.html Thu, 24 Aug 2006 02:21:23 GMT Are you a blinker? Is every photograph of you with your eyes closed? Here's a simple, basic tip you can try to get a photograph of your eyes. Keep your eyes closed and have whoever's behind the camera give you a countdown. When the countdown reaches zero and the photographer presses the shutter release, open your eyes. You shouldn't have time to blink. Tips http://www.PYPhoto.com/tips.html Mon, 24 Apr 2006 09:10:11 GMT "A picture is worth a thousand words." While it may be a cliche, it's a cliche because it's true. When trying to describe to a photographer the kind of photograph you want, it makes it a lot easier for everyone involved if you can show him or her another photograph (or drawing or painting or whatever kind of visual image you may have) that captures what you want. Towards that end, I tell all my prospective clients to start putting together they're own "idea file" -- a collection of images from a range of sources. These ideas will become a starting point for your collaboration with your photographer. Tips http://www.PYPhoto.com/tips.html Mon, 17 Apr 2006 15:13:11 GMT Unless you absolutely have to, avoid making photographs outside during the middle of the day. Overhead sunlight is about the least flattering light there is. Photographs will be much more appealing either at sunrise or sunset. However, if you absolutely have no choice, make sure that there is some kind of artificial light (either strobes or a reflectors) to fill in the unflattering shadows created by overhead sunlight. This will help any photography you do on your own as well as guide you in setting an appointment with me. Tips http://www.PYPhoto.com/tips.html Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:09:10 GMT Having a "chaperone" can be a double edged sword. Some clients have felt more comfortable having somebody from "their team" at a photo session. Having a friend along strictly their for you can be a source of great moral support. Other clients, unfortunately, found the extra person to be a distraction and made for a very inhibited photo session. Ultimately, as the client, the choice is yours. But when deciding whether to bring along a chaperone, consider all the possibilities. Tips http://www.PYPhoto.com/offer.html Mon, 10 Apr 2006 10:09:08 GMT It's entirely possible to get FREE photography. If you've never contacted me before and you're interested in my services, just inquire at my website and you MIGHT get a free photo session. Offers http://www.PYPhoto.com/tips.html Fri, 07 Apr 2006 12:14:16 GMT There's a general rule of thumb that says, "If it bends, bend it." No one looks their best when all their joints are locked stiff, standing at attention. Maybe if you're getting an I.D. photo taken. Or maybe if you're getting a mugshot. But for real photographs about you that catch a moment in time, relax everything and let all your joints have a nice natural flex to them. Tips