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Peggy Farren and Helen Catlin,
Avant-Garde Images, Inc. and Photography Naples.

"And the Groom wore.... Pink?"

Avant-Garde Images was recently featured in "WED - The Magazine".  We had a fun and fabulous wedding with Chantal and Rob!  The theme was pink and they pinked it up to the Nth degree!!  Wed The Magazine Real WeddingPink Galaski
We love weddings so much!  Now with both Peggy and Helen photographing weddings full-time, we have more availability than ever.

So please think of us when you know someone getting married!  With the flood of new photographers it's smart to go with experience for such an important occasion.  Check out our ever evolving wedding gallery:  www.NaplesPortraits.com

Photography Excursions and Trips

We are now offering trips!!  We've screened some awesome photographers to facilitate photography trips in different parts of the US and world!

Sept 27- Oct 4 Fall Foliage workshop in Maine. 

Panoramic lake and mountain views, moose and loon sighting, waterfalls and plenty of old New England charm.  Only $1395 includes transportation from/to the Portland airport, 7 nights lodging and most meals.  Contact Peggy for more info at naplesportraits@gmail.com or call (239) 263-7001.
Corwin Maine Landscape

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Of course,  you can start learning and practicing right here in paradise by attending Gordon Campbell's Night and HDR Photography Excursion on July 29 and August 1!  Register here:  http://www.photographynaples.com/events/20132881/

Gordon Night HDR

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And..... we are bringing in James Corwin Johnson from Sarasota for a talk on Travel Adventure Photography on Friday, August 5  - it's only $10 early registration!!!
And James will teach/lead

a special limited class and excursion called "Seeing the Light/Best Landscape Photography Practices" the next day.  Come see why James has been an extremely popular photography instructor and travel photography guide for over ten years:


August 5: http://www.photographynaples.com/events/25137561/
August 6: http://www.photographynaples.com/events/25136871/

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Coming up this winter:  YOSEMITE! 

James was in charge of the photography programs at Yosemite for over 10 years.  You will not believe the "experience" you'll have on this trip with James!  Email me (Peggy) for more info:  NaplesPortraits@gmail.com

Real Estate Photography Workshop  $45

I have been wanting to offer a beginners class geared toward realtors for so long!  I FOUND ONE! 

Instructor RL Caron is a Naples Architectural Photographer specializing in luxury properties -- but his advice and tips on the unique challenges of shooting interiors and exteriors will quickly bring your photo skills in line to consistently produce listings that stand out from the 'regular' offerings on the MLS.

Join us August 23 and bring your camera!  http://www.photographynaples.com/events/25283691/

 

We love our clients!

"The pictures are BEAUTIFUL!!  Please pass along our sincere thanks to Peggy, everyone was so pleased with her fantastic customer service and of course the amazing pictures. Thanks,
Jenny (DiBennedetto)

"Thanks you so so much!!! We are so happy with the pictures! You really captured some memorable moments. . My family thought you were just amazing and sweet!" Chantal and Rob Galaski 

Free Photography Advice

is available on our message board: 
http://www.photographynaples.com/messages/boards/forum/1194776

Recent Posts:
- Kirlian Photography
- Would love some thoughts on this Light Kit
- Trying to figure out how to use and install a printer profile

AND MUCH MORE!!!  Check us out!
 

 

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We Won!!  Thanks to all of you!

2011 choice award
SWFL Choice Champion

How'd you do that?  Editing Tip

If you haven't attended one of our Studio Model Shoots yet - what's stopping you?  We'll help you with your settings so no worries there.  Come - they are only $19 and SO MUCH FUN! 

Our most recent model was singing sensation Jessica Stone:  http://jessvocalist.bandvista.com/bio/

Here is one of my finished pictures.  Click HERE to read step by step instructions on how I edited the image to achieve this look: 

Cleapatra Jessica




Tuesday Headshots $95
Our studio is centrally located on Linwood Ave. 

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You'll walk out with a lightly retouched headshot. The entire process takes
about 30 minutes.

We give discounts if several people come in at once.  We will also come to your place of business.

Call today for an appointment. 
(239) 263-7001
naplesportraits@gmail.com

Photo Contest Winner!

Photo Contest:

Congratulations to Hana Snajdrova for winning the Neapolitan Family Magazine and Photography Naples cover photo contest!  

Hanas NeaFam Cover  

Hana came up with a darling birthday themed picture of beautiful Ornella.   Great job Hana!! 

 

Pick up your Neapolitan Family magazine - they are at all the community centers, libraries and other child related businesses!  

 

 

Schedule for Photography Naples 

Photography Naples offers inexpensive workshops and excursions, private lessons and free walkabouts.   

 

Everything we do is hands-on for optimal learning!   


We have a mix of beginners to advanced and professional photographers.  You will love our friendly group!    


July 18  Makeup Techniques for Photographers $45 

July 20 Studio Model Shoot $19

July 22-24  Photography Bootcamp $295/325
July 26 Almost Free Photowalk - Ft Myers Miracle baseball game

July 29&Aug 1  Night and HDR  $149/169

July 31 Weddings 101 $99/129 

Aug 3 Studio Model Shoot $19  

Aug 5 Travel Photography $10/$15

Aug 6 Landscapes Excursion $149/$169

Aug 17 Studio Model Shoot $19    

Aug 23 Real Estate Photography $45/65 

Aug 24  DSLR for beginners  $45/60 

Sept 27- Oct 4 Maine Fall Colors $1395


Please note that classes sell out quickly so don't procrastinate about signing up for events!  We also have early registration prices.  Why pay the regular rate when you can sign up early and receive a discount?  

 

New classes and events are added frequently.  Join our club for free to keep up with all we offer!  

 http://www.photographynaples.com/events/calendar/