the Big Apple Faces Crew

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Showing posts with label ArtChick Photography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ArtChick Photography. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

In Todays World Image is Everything

In Todays World Image is Everything

I always strive to create imperative, well-crafted images that have meaning and purpose. Images that don't just illustrate but also express. As a professional photographer/videographer my role is to communicate my client's message.

In our world of expanding social media and increasing on-line presence, content is everything. The first thing people view and look at on-line are images especially images of people.

Professional quality photos and video are a essential part of a good business strategy.

Image Competition Simply put, if your headshots will be shown next to those of your competitors, you’ll want your photos to be better than the rest. For example, are you listed on a website that displays multiple service providers to choose from, such as a list of realtors or attorneys? If your photo looks better than your competition, your great headshot could be all it takes for you to get more leads.

Market Yourself A great headshot is critical for many marketing and advertisement campaigns. Advertisements you place online, on billboards, bus stops, and inside magazines receive better response rates if they include great pictures. Engaging, honest headshots are an important part of showing why your prospective clients should hire YOU and not your competition. Many ads only feature a headshot, a service description, and a phone number. I make sure my clients have picture-perfect images that capture their market’s attention.

Social Media Earn more and better-paying clients through social media and ONLINE MARKETING. Be found by prospective employers on LinkedIn with a great headshot that showcases you looking your best. Your corporate headshot can craft your online image and control how the market sees you.

Office Portraits Doctors, attorneys, and LAWYERS often have pictures of themselves and their staff up at the office, to help create a friendly, welcoming environment for their clients or patients.

Website Images Many companies are including pictures on staff bio webpages – many consumers expect to be able to click and see who they will be working with. I’ve partnered with a number of WEB DESIGNERS and small businesses to create top-notch employee portraits for web pages.

Showcase expertise A great corporate headshot will showcase your confidence and expertise. As part of your overall image, you’ll look more professional online when you have professional pictures. Conversely, you can lose your market’s confidence with a bad picture.

Program Pictures If you’re a PUBLIC SPEAKER or regularly speak at events, event planners and coordinators definitely need a great picture of you to use in the program. An Attorney who regularly speaks at congressional hearings contacted me specifically for a headshot to be used when he gives talks.

Our Studio is located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. We are also available for on-location photo sessions.

To make an appointment call: 215-650-7052 www.ArtChickPhotography.com

Portraits for Business and Lifestyle

Portraits for Business and Lifestyle

In today’s modern age with all the social media: facebook, linkedin, twitter, Instagram and so on its critical that we showcase ourselves as we wish the world to see us. People tap into your life through these social media websites and peer into your world. I offer Business and Lifestyle photo sessions to showcase the way you want to be viewed. Its a natural photojournalist approach that has a modern contemporary feel to it. No one wants to see overly posed photographs that appear to pretentious, but rather natural and artistic photographs. Images say it all. If you are running your own business, looking for employment, getting back into the dating scene, or simply longing for images of you with your loved ones for memory keepsakes this is perfect solution.

A simple headshot might seem like something anybody could do, but there are a lot of nuances that people don’t think about. What kind of lighting do you want? What should be in the background? Do you want to present yourself in formal attire or in something more casual? Should the image show you working or just smiling at the camera? These are all questions that a skilled photographer can answer, and be able to put you in just the right position to get the perfect shot.

If you have a business to promote, a good headshot can give your company a personal touch by giving customers a chance to identify with the person you choose to be the face of your business. If you are searching for a job, you can use a commercial picture to draw more attention to your application, and give potential employers an idea of whom they will be hiring. In any of these scenarios, having a commercial photographer on hand will help you make these decisions and properly promote yourself. You will be able to set just the right tone for anything you want to do.

I offer on location and or in studio sessions. Suggested packages are listed on our website: www.ArtChickPhotography.com - Call Kristine 215-650-7052

Kristine Di Grigoli Owner ArtChick LLC Associate Church Street Studios 215-650-7052 www.ArtChickPhotography.com Studio: 122 Church St. Philadelphia PA 19106

Friday, September 5, 2014

Portraits by ArtChick Photography



Portrait of Lil Jon for DJ Times Magazine - Behind the scenes Interview.

ArtChick Photography Feel free to call: 215-650-7052

Friday, August 8, 2014

“What’s Catchier Than A Selfie?”




“What’s Catchier Than A Selfie?”

“Get Brownie Points At The Office”

Want to make a good impression at work? Suggest us for corporate portraits at your headquarters or send them to our studio in Old City. We will mention you and provide a 10% discount from “You”. We make new contacts, you look like a rockstar, and everyone wins!

“The Headshot is the NEW Handshake”

Its essential in the 21st century to look your best for employers during a quick web search. Having a professional headshot that presents the way you and your environment look now will help increase your chances of finding work. Avoid using photos that include other people , a couple of years old, or cellphone image. The former comes off as lazy; the latter can seem deceptive if your looks have drastically changed since the picture was taken. Create consistency by using the same style of photo for a number of social networks like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. They don’t all have to be the same but they should all represent the same person.

“The World Peering In”

In today’s modern age with all the social media: facebook, linkedin, twitter, Instagram and so on it’s critical that we showcase ourselves as we wish the world to see us. People tap into your life through these social media websites and peer into your world. I offer Lifestyle photo sessions to showcase the way you want to be viewed. Its a natural photojournalistic approach that has a modern contemporary feel to it. No one wants to see overly posed photographs that appear to pretentious, but rather natural and artistic photographs. Images say it all. If you are running your own business, looking for employment, getting back into the dating scene, or simply longing for images of you with your loved ones for memory keepsakes this is perfect solution. I offer on location and or in studio sessions. I adore to think outside the box and document my subjects as they are not what I think it should be.

Fall Special : Refer a friend for wedding, event, or portrait session and they will receive 10% discount from you as a gift. Offer ends November 1st, 2014.

www.ArtChickPhotography.com

215-650-7052

Studio Address: 122 Church St. Phila, PA 19106

Monday, July 28, 2014

DJ Times Expo in Atlantic City


DJ Times Expo  in Atlantic City 

Gabriel & Dresden Live Performance / DJ Times Magazine

ArtChick Can't wait for DJ Times Expo 

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Lifestyle Photography by ArtChick


Lifestyle Photography by ArtChick

In today’s modern age with all the social media: facebook, linkedin, twitter, Instagram and so on its critical that we showcase ourselves as we wish the world to see us. People tap into your life through these social media websites and peer into your world. I offer Lifestyle photo sessions to showcase the way you want to be viewed. Its a natural photojournalist approach that has a modern contemporary feel to it. No one wants to see overly posed photographs that appear to pretentious, but rather natural and artistic photographs. Images say it all. If you are running your own business, looking for employment, getting back into the dating scene, or simply longing for images of you with your loved ones for memory keepsakes this is perfect solution. I offer on location and or in studio sessions. I adore to think outside the box and document my subjects as they are not what I think it should be.

I'm available for Studio &/or on location. Studio located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia PA 19106. Call 215-650-7052 for more details



Friday, March 14, 2014

Big Apple Faces : Join the Talent Revolution




Big Apple Faces : Join the Talent Revolution

Like our Facebook page "Big Apple Faces " https://www.facebook.com/bigapplefaces
Like our Facebook page "Phillyfaces "
follow us on twitter @bigapplefaces
check out my blog http://jamesjfoytlin.blogspot.com/

Thursday, December 5, 2013

What to Wear for a Photography Session

What to Wear for a Photography Session
December 5, 2013

What to Wear for a Photography Session

General Wardrobe Advice – Keep it simple!

You’ll want to wear a sharp outfit that makes you look and feel your best. Choose an outfit you would wear to an interview, or a sales pitch meeting, or if you were being interviewed on television.
Darker jackets are traditional for business headshots.
For shirts, wear solids or shirts with non-distracting subtle patterns.
For women, a bright colored shirt/blouse with a dark jacket is a very nice look.
Don’t wear all-white unless it’s underneath another article of clothing.  (Exception:  for women, white jacket + darker shirt underneath)
Avoid very light pastel colors unless they’re combined with dark clothing.
Strong stripes and patterns make a fashion statement and will be noticed – only wear these if it’s your personal style.
Avoid shiny clothing, turtlenecks.
Don’t wear all black – have some color in your outfit.
For inspiration on outfits, take a look at the photos in my portfolio and see what outfits capture your attention!

Ties

Bring a few tie options!  This is one of the easiest changes we can make in your session if we need to add variety.

Hair

You’ll want to time any hair cuts, coloring, or styling so that you’ll look your best on the day of the photoshoot. You know your hair best! Keep in mind the date of our photoshoot when scheduling your hair appointments.

Makeup

Your makeup should be light and basic, as if you were going to a nice function. In many cases, less makeup is more classy. Bring your favorite lipstick and some powder if possible.

Shaving

You should shave on the day of the session. I’ll retouch out any nicks or scratches if they happen to occur that morning. I can’t edit out stubble after the fact, so make sure your facial hair looks just right for the session.

Jewelry

Keep your jewelry simple and classy. We want the focus to be on you! Anything that’s not too loud will work great.

Glasses

If you wear glasses every day, you should wear them in the photo. We can do photos with and without glasses if you like.

Note: if you have adaptive lenses that turn into your regular lenses into sunglasses, please let me know in advance so we can discuss your options.  Adaptive lenses cannot be photographed outside.

 Kristine D Paige
Associate - Church Street Studios LLC
Location: 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Feel free to call: 215-650-7052

Specialties: Events, Business Portraits, Head shots, Wedding Photojournalism, Fashion Catalog and video for the web.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Why a Professional Headshot is Critical

Why a Professional Headshot is Critical

I always take time to learn from my clients why they’ve hired me to take their pictures. This knowledge helps me deliver a greater value to the individuals and companies I serve.

Here are some of the ways my clients have used my pictures:

Image Competition
Simply put, if your headshots will be shown next to those of your competitors, you’ll want your photos to be better than the rest. For example, are you listed on a website that displays multiple service providers to choose from, such as a list of realtors or attorneys? If your photo looks better than your competition, your great headshot could be all it takes for you to get more leads.

Market Yourself
A great headshot is critical for many marketing and advertising campaigns. Advertisements you place online, on billboards, bus stops, and inside magazines receive better response rates if they include great pictures. Engaging, honest headshots are an important part of showing why your prospective clients should hire YOU and not your competition. Many ads only feature a headshot, a service description, and a phone number. I make sure my clients have picture-perfect images that capture their market’s attention.

Social Media
Earn more and better-paying clients through social media and online marketing. Be found by prospective employers on LinkedIn with a great headshot that showcases you looking your best. Your corporate headshot can craft your online image and control how the market sees you.

Program Pictures
If you’re a public speaker or regularly speak at events, event planners and coordinators definitely need a great picture of you to use in the program. An attorney who regularly speaks at congressional hearings contacted me specifically for a headshot to be used when he gives talks.

Office Portraits
Doctors, attorneys, and lawyers often have pictures of themselves and their staff up at the office, to help create a friendly, welcoming environment for their clients or patients.

Website Images
Many companies are including pictures on staff bio webpages – many consumers expect to be able to click and see who they will be working with. I’ve partnered with a number of web designers and small businesses to create top-notch employee portraits for web pages.

Showcase expertise
A great corporate headshot will showcase your confidence and expertise. As part of your overall image, you’ll look more professional online when you have professional pictures. Conversely, you can lose your market’s confidence with a bad picture.

Our Studio is located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. We are also available for on-location photo sessions.

To make an appointment call: 215-650-7052
My Portfolio: http://commercial.artchick.biz

Thursday, October 10, 2013

ArtChick Photography Fashion Couture

ArtChick Photography Fashion Couture

Fashion Couture - We provide models, studio space (2200 sq ft), Makeup Artist, and photography for all your on-line marketing needs. Contact me for details for half day and full day rates. 215-650-7052 . Studio located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia PA 19106.

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

ArtChick Photography

 

ArtChick Photography

Kristine Di Grigoli (a.k.a "ArtChick") always strive to create imperative, well-crafted images that have meaning and purpose. Images that don't just illustrate but also express. As a professional photographer/videographer my role is to communicate my client's message.

In our world of expanding social media and increasing on-line presence, content is everything. The first thing people view and look at on-line are images especially images of people.

Professional quality photos and video are a essential part of a good business strategy.

Specialties: Events, Business Portraits, Head shots, Wedding Photojournalism, Fashion Catalog and video for the web.

APPOINTMENT CALL
215-650-7052

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Casting Call for Female Ballet Dancers Needed

Casting Call for Female Ballet Dancers Needed

Fine Art Photography Project by ArtChick LLC

Must be in the Philadelphia Area
Compensation - Copy of Digital Files for Portfolio
Between the ages of 20-25 (Routine and Wardrobe a plus)

RESPOND WITH A HEADSHOT, RESUME , OR  LINKS TO  YOUR WORK. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR INTEREST

Kristine Di Grigoli - Email: ArtChickfoto@gmail.com

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

THE HEADSHOT IS THE NEW HANDSHAKE



THE HEADSHOT IS THE NEW HANDSHAKE
Kristine Di Grigoli

Kristine (ArtChick) has photographed over 100 Celebrities over the years.

Here are some helpful ideas you may want to consider for yourself and your associates.

If you thought only actors needed professional headshots think again.

It is essential in today’s 21st century to look your best for clients during a quick web search. Having a professional headshot that presents the way you look now will help increase your chances of building business.

Avoid using photos that include other people, or that are amateur looking cellphone images. Also avoid photos that are several years old. The former comes off as lazy and financially challenged; the latter can seem deceptive if your looks have changed since the picture was taken.

Create consistency by using the same style photo for a number of social networks like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. They don’t all have to be the same shot, but they should all represent the same quality and style, which is why professional photography is the way to go.

My studio is located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. We are also available for on-location photo sessions. To make an appointment call: Kristine 215-650-7052 or 267-253-4659

Friday, June 14, 2013

Looking for Fresh Faces - Models, Actors, Singers and Dancers!!!

Looking for Fresh Faces - Models, Actors, Singers and Dancers!!!

Philly Faces in conjunction with Big Apple Faces will be holding an
open casting call for Models, Actors, Singers and Dancers!!!
In Center City Philadelphia this Monday June 17th 2013




When submitting, type in the subject line Philly Casting

In Body:
- Name
- Age
- Parents' name, if under 18
- Contact information
- Ethnicity
- Current Body Measurements: (height, weight, bust, chest, hips, waist)
- Short bio of your experience
- State you reside in
- Area of Interest
(Example. . . New York, Actor/Model)

Please Attach:
- Headshot
- Professional Modeling Photos (Not Required)
- Recent Photos (Full Body)

if you are accepted you will be contacted to set up a time for you
interview  on Monday June 17th in Philadelphia .

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Professional quality photos are a essential part of a good business strategy.

I always strive to create imperative, well-crafted images that have meaning and purpose. Photos that don't just illustrate but also express. As a professional photographer my role is to communicate my client's message.

In our world of expanding social media and increasing on-line presence, content is everything. The first thing people view and look at on-line are photos especially photos of people.

Professional quality photos are a essential part of a good business strategy.

Specialties: Business Portraits, Head shots Corporate Events, Wedding Photojournalism, and Fashion Couture.

Monday, May 6, 2013