About Me
I've lived in Texas my entire life, in DFW since 1990 and in Grapevine since 1990. My husband and I have 2 biological daughters and 2 special bonuses who live with us and are like our own. I'm a passionate advocate and volunteer, especially around causes involving children; love to be outdoors and travel, cook and read; love technology; and of course, love photography. I'm mostly self-taught and because of ever-evolving technology, my quest for learning never ends. I absolutely love using technology to create something beautiful and meaningful! I can look at a photograph and am instantly flooded with memories of that person, time, and place.
I started this as a business when my friends began asking me to take photos of their kids, especially in high school. As I researched professional photographers/mentors and studied business models, there was so much advice about making as much money as possible, high school senior model programs, $10,000 print sales per client, defining a set style, and using social media to constantly be in front of existing and potential customers. To be honest, I struggled with all of that, it just wasn't ME. I've structured my business based on what I want as a photographer and what I would want in photos. I'm not the Neiman Marcus (or Lululemon) of photographers but I'm also not Walmart! Here is what I believe sets me apart from others:
- You can book me and get your edited photos rather quickly because I don't have programs that keep me booked way in advance, nor do I book sessions back-to-back;
- I photograph and edit all my own images, don't limit the number of them to give to you, and I can tailor the editing style to your needs and wants;
- I set my pricing after talking with you which means I will consider what you want and what is going on in your life;
- I'm always available to help you before or after the session whether that's for clothing choices, where to shoot the session, navigating technology, and anything else that you need;
- I'm very easy-going, calm, friendly and open-minded and can connect with babies, children, pets, older adults and any challenges that come.
Get in touch by clicking on the "CONTACT ME" button below. It will give me such joy to tell your story, capturing images that are Your Life, Pictured.
Carolyn Ann Walgren