Vol 1. 2014 Edition
Change the way you see
senior portraits
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Your photography is too great for words. - Ashley www.blisselevenseniors.com
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My favorite portrait photographer!!! -Tina
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Who We Are... F
irst of all, thank you so much for thinking of us for your photography needs! We know how important this decision is for you, and we are so honored to be your go-to photographer for the St. Louis and St. Charles areas! B.E. Seniors is an offshoot of Bliss Eleven Studios, and the creative brainchild of Laurie Nowling owner and lead photographer of the Bliss Eleven family. When Laurie started her business in 2006, she immediately realized how much she LOVED working with her senior clients. It was clear just how important it was for every student to get their best shots the first time and every time!
When Laurie started to look around at what was offered for senior photography in the area, she quickly realized that there was a huge hole in the market. Where was the Flair? The Glam? The Individuality and Creativity?? Seeing the opportunity to change the way we look at senior photography, Laurie and her team got together to brainstorm and VOILA! B.E. Seniors was born! Here at B.E. Seniors, our seniors are our first priority and our only priority. From the shoot locations, to our lighting, photography style, make-up artists and props - we make sure that all of our decisions are dedicated to our goal of capturing the best and most memorable moments for you. Gone are the days of plain senior pictures, with big hair and bad lighting, in front of faded blue backdrops! Our team takes great care to capture your individual essence and unique personality. Whether you are a sports star, a cheerleader, a drama kid, a science wiz, an indie hipster or anything in between, B.E. Seniors will capture who you are and what you love - all while looking like you just stepped off a magazine cover! Your senior photos will capture a very important time in your life and you will undoubtedly cherish them forever! Let us make you feel like the superstar you are, and give you a memory of a lifetime! Blissfully yours,
The B.E. Seniors Team
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Laurie was clearly born to be a photographer. She’s driven, hard-working, dedicated and she really knows what she’s doing with her camera. -Lisa
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Laurie Says... Favorite place to eat after a shoot?
Grab a latte with extra whip cream at Picasso’s and then take a quick stroll down to Bike Stop Café for a warm wrap and some amazing peanut butter balls!
Favorite place to accessorize?
Francesca’s hands down! They have a wide array of choices, vibrant colors, and funky styles that translate well on camera.
Favorite place for a great pair of custom jeans?
Head to MOss on Main Street, for an amazing selection of custom jeans, stylish tops, and trendy threads!
Favorite place to shoot?
While I always love shooting on Main St., Fall shoots at Klondike Park in Augusta are unmatched when it comes to visual beauty! During the Spring New Town in St. Charles is wonderful, and Summer shoots in downtown St. Louis are cool, fresh, and full of life!
Hair&MakeUp Services With the swish of her brush and twirl of the Marcel,
Whitney takes every senior from girl to GLAM! Everyone wants to look like a supermodel in her pictures, but there is so much more to a remarkable photo than great outfits and a fierce pose. The right hair and makeup will highlight your natural beauty, boost your confidence, and have you working the camera like America’s next top model! Bliss Eleven is happy to have Whitney on board as our in-house makeup artist/hair stylist, and we absolutely LOVE her work as an addition to the Bliss Eleven portfolio.
$60.....................................................................for Make-up $50....................................for Hair only (not including Up-Do’s) $90.........................for Hair and Make-up (20% discount) $10...................................................for Lashes (Recommended)
Creative Fees Say Anything - $175 This senior session includes 1-2 outfits, a 1-2 hour photo session in studio and on historic Main Street in St. Charles, MO, an online slideshow gallery of 20-30 fully edited images, watermarked images to share with your friends on Facebook and an in perspn ordering consultation. (weekdays only).
Bring it on - $200 This senior session includes 2-3 outfits, a 1 ½ - 2 ½ hour photo session in studio or at a location of your choice within 20 miles of St. Charles, an online slideshow gallery of 30-40 fully edited images, watermarked images to share with your friends on Facebook and an in person ordering consultation. (weekdays, add $50 for weekends).
Some Kind of Wonderful - $225 This ultimate senior session includes a before the session custom style consultation, unlimited outfit changes, a 3-4 hour photo session at any location of your choice, an online slideshow gallery of 40-50 fully edited images, watermarked images to share with your friends on Facebook and an in person ordering consultation. (weekdays, add $50 for weekends).
My experience with [Bliss Eleven] was amazing.
B.E. Seniors Pricing List
Almost Famous - $899 (a retail value of $1,124 - 20% savings) Choose from 20 poses: 1 - 11x14 portrait (sprayed, mounted and ready for framing) 20 - gift prints (choose from 8x10, 5x7, 4x6 or a set of 8 wallets) 1 - 5x7 spiral bound brag book containing 20 of your favorite images
Mini Backstage Pass - $499 10 fully edited images
Full Backstage Pass - $799 All fully edited images *CD of images can be added to any print package at a discounted rate. You will get $100 off the cost of the CD for every $200 spent on prints.
The Red Carpet - $1599
The Rising Star - $1299
(a retail value of $2,285 - 30% savings)
(a retail value of $1,732 - 25% savings)
Choose from all poses:
Choose from 30 poses:
1 - 10x20 personalized storyboard collage (upgraded chromalux panel mount on a 5/8” thick beveled edge board) 1 - 16x20 fine art canvas
1 - 10x20 personalized storyboard collage (sprayed, mounted and ready for framing)
50 - 5x7 custom graduation photo announcements 30 - gift prints (choose from 8x10, 5x7, 4x6 or a set of 8 wallets) 1 - 8x8 personal photo book
1 - 16x20 fine art wall print 26 - gift prints (choose from 8x10, 5x7, 4x6 or a set of 8 wallets) 1 - 5x7 spiral bound brag book containing 30 of your favorite images
Includes Full Backstage Pass
Every picture turned out GORGEOUS!!” - Katie
FAQs What to wear?
When it comes to your senior portraits, there is a lot of wiggle room regarding wardrobe. Take this opportunity to dress a little extra glam or funky, all while capturing who you are. There are however, a few DO’s and DONT’S to remember.…
Do
• wear bright, solid colors • wear layers. They look great on camera, and offer a lot of different looks easily. • accessorize, including: hair, bracelets, necklaces, etc. • wear large, bright patterns if you choose to wear a pattern at all • bring clothes on hangers that are ironed and ready to go. Crumpled, wrinkled clothes look bad in person and on camera.
Don’t
• wear small, busy patters • wear white shirts, but white pants are fine • wear the wrong undergarments. • A black bra does not look good under a white top, and vice versa. • wear skirts that are too short when you sit • wear jeans that ride too low when you sit • bring your entourage. This is your moment, and everyone will get the chance to admire your photos in a few weeks.
Location suggestions?
B.E. Seniors has a long list of places where we LOVE to shoot! Some of these are: Downtown St. Louis, Main Street St. Charles, Indian Camp Creek Park, Defiance, Augusta, New Town, and many more!! If you have a place that is special to you, we can definitely make accommodations so that you get the shot you want! Be creative, and let us know where you’d love to go!
Best time to shoot?
The best times to start shooting is shortly after dawn, and two hours before sunset. If you book a shoot during the day, we have to choose a location that has coverage, such as buildings and trees. We HIGHLY suggest avoiding these times slots, as they do not offer the best light for your shoot.
How long does it last?
The length of time really depends on the size of the package that you choose. The average shoot lasts between 2-3 hours. Even if you purchase the smallest package, please always plan to be here for a minimum of 2 hours.
Weather contingency?
We can shoot during an overcast day without a problem. If there is over a 40% chance of rain or higher, or it is a terribly dark, overcast day, we will reschedule at no cost to you. We want to make sure you always get the best photos possible, and great weather is a part of that.
Cancellation policy?
The session fee, which is paid in full at the time of booking, is non-refundable. We can reschedule a shoot with a 24-hour notice, but once a shoot is cancelled, you will have to work around the priority of other seniors who have already booked.
Does it include prints?
No, the session fee is a completely separate charge from your order cost. The session fee pays for the photographer, time and travel. Your cost for prints will depend on the package chosen during your purchase session at the studios.
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Amazing! Laurie captures every emotion in the photo shoot with her creativity and talent. -Laura
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No matter who you are...
Be Bold
Be Unique
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