Join Us At Clemmons Community Day!

Months of planning by members of Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce have gone into the 2nd Annual Clemmons Community Day happening this Saturday from 10am-3pm. It is the kick-off event to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the incorporation of Clemmons as a village. There will be 3 more events later in the year to mark this anniversary.
On a personal note, I am very proud of the efforts and involvement of my Studio Manager/Husband/Best Friend, Nolan on this project. He has truly enjoyed being a part of seeing the event come together along with several other dedicated members of the Chamber and other community leaders.
As Vice-President of Economic Development for the L-C Chamber, he has had the opportunity to get a closer look at how local government decisions are made, as well as work with a great group of people who make this community such a nice place to live, work and play!

Anne Grant ~ The National Village Photographer?

A few weeks ago, we received a call from someone needing an updated portrait since she had been appointed in a new position. This is not unusual, since we "upgrade" a lot of business portraits, sometimes several times a week.
However, she went on to tell us she recently became the President and CEO of the American Humane Association, "the nation’s voice for the protection of children and animals." It is quite an honor to portray someone who has reached this level of recognition and success.

We will be telling you more about this worthwhile organization later, as we plan to do a Pet Portrait fundraiser for them, but I want to introduce you Robin Ganzert, Ph.D through the portraits we did at her parent's farm in Davie County. We've had some extra cold weather lately and this was one of those really cold days, so we bundled up and just made it happen since she needed these images right away.

Robin, her husband and 3 lovely children live in Clemmons, as well as one of her sisters, but it turned out that their other sister happened to be visiting from GA, so we made the most of it and were able to create wonderful multi-generational and multi-species(!) portraits. I consider this type of portrait almost more treasured than any other because it is so hard to get the family together..all at one time.

Back To School

The buses are rolling, the book bags are full and lunchboxes* packed...so we know school has started!

These girls have been coming since they were tiny babies and their mom is one of those "super portrait moms" who brought her 2nd and even 3rd daughter in for all the portraits the first one had. You can imagine (or maybe know from experience) what a big challenge that is. Please Note: This is NOT a judgment on those who are mere mortal moms, like myself and don't get "it" all done...I admire all moms for all they have to do!

Anyway, each year when they are just about to start Kindergarten, we have photographed them in the same outfit, right down to the little ruffled socks for their back to school portrait session. 

I know I say this a lot, but one of the greatest joys in what we do at The Village Photographer is watch the children growing up...through the lens, resulting in portraits that will be treasured by their children.

*Are there still lunchboxes? I had a pretty sweet metal lunchbox with all the Beatles on it in 2nd grade!

Anne Grant ~ Certified Professional Photographer

Anne Grant ~ The Village Photographer, now also known as Anne Grant ~ Certified Professional Photographer, is giving you yet another reason why you will be glad you chose our studio for your photography!
The art of photography is what has pretty much defined my career and a good bit of my life for almost two decades, but our industry is very different than when I first started. There are more photographers than ever, all at vastly different levels of expertise.
 
When it comes to creating your family's photographic history, I know you want all the reassurance possible when you choose your photographer.
You want to feel confident you have made the right decision when you are overwhelmed with choices.Often times I hear people say that it is hard to know who to trust for any type of services they may need. Even though our studio has always had a 100% guarantee that you will be thrilled with your portraits, it is a well known fact that the public recognizes certification as a sign that one is an authority in their field.
 

From the Professional Photographic Certification Commission website  
"A Certified Professional Photographer designation is awarded by Professional Photographers of America (PPA) to those who pass a comprehensive written exam to measure technical capability, successfully submit a body of work to a panel of judges for review and approval, and abide by a professional code of ethics. This offers you that assurance, not just of quality, but of technical skill and artistic expertise."
  
This process was no easy task!
But when I learned that only 7% of all the members of PPA earn the Professional Photographic Certification and that I am one of only 3 Certified Professional Photographers in Forsyth County, it gives me a sense of pride to be among those who set themselves apart from the masses so I can offer more to my clients.