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Por tr a i tu r e Ex p er i en ces by St ephanie Millner Phot ography
Because Nobody Frames a Disc
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true heirloom is passed on through families from generation to generation. On your walls, do you have beautifully framed portraits from your grandparents' weddings? Do you have albums of your children's births or your own wedding on your coffee table? ...Or do all of your memories live on a hard drive?
The most photographed generation in history will have no photographs of themselves in ten years. This is why it is so deeply important that we provide gorgeous printed art for our clients. Yes, we also include digital images in many of our products – but when it comes to your children and grandchildren – that beautiful, archival print is what they will keep of you forever. i
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Inside this Issue About the Studio Befores & Afters "I'm Not Photogenic" Behind the Scenes Family with Flair Sessions with Style The Studio Experience Bellies & Babies Dream Shoots Animal Instinct Signature Artwork Urban Style Beyond the Lens
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MASTER PHOTOGRAPHER
Our Promise: We are so sure you will love your images, we guarantee it! If you aren’t completely thrilled with your images, we will redo the session or refund 100% of your money... and we can still be friends, no hard feelings!
Awarded by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), through photographic competition, the Master of Photography degree celebrates the highest level of photographic excellence available today. Becoming a Master Photographer requires a minimum of thirteen prints to be selected for exhibition in the International General Collection. To date, 25 of Stephanie’s works have been selected, with eight selected for exhibit in the prestigious Loan Collection. But... what we are most proud to say is that our clients' images were used to achieve this degree! What will that say for your images?
CERTIFIED Stephanie is the only photographer in Santiago who is professionally certified by the PPCC. Certification is a grueling process that includes passing a rigorous test and image review by the Professional Photographic Certification Council. It is maintained through continuing education and contribution to the photographic industry. Ms. Millner also holds secondary Certification Endorsements for Portraiture and Wedding Photography. In addition, she is a Certification Liaison for South America.
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AWARD WINNING Ms. Millner's work is internationally award-winning, with albums and prints standing up to the benchmarks
set by the finest photographers in the industry. In 2013, she was awarded the American Society of Photographers District Medallion for her image PanoRoma, the highestscoring print in the Northeast District Print competition. In 2010, she was awarded the highest honor possible in International Print Competition, with all four entries accepted into the Loan Collection, earning her the Diamond Photographer of the Year Award – and first of five Photographer of the Year Medals. WE LOVE WHAT WE DO! Most importantly, we love what we do and it shows! With over a decade of experience working in photography we are still able to smile, laugh, and relax - eliciting those same reactions from you. If you want to look your absolute best in your portraits, experience matters. Let us help you create beautiful memories! i
In Their Words "Stephanie has shared her talents with my family on multiple occasions. Her artistic eye is as fantastic as her poise and personality. She is a true professional and we will surely call on her services again in the future." – Jeremy & Jessica F. | Middletown, CT
"Hi Steff! I am IN LOVE with those pictures! They are all AMAZING!!!! You are truly a top professional! Thank you, Thank you, thank you, thank you! You just made my day!" - Ana M. | Silver Spring, MD
"I was out in San Diego for my Dad's 75th birthday last weekend, and so I finally had the opportunity to view the coffee table photo book for my parents' 50th Anniversary – the book is superb and the photos are excellent. Thank you for all your time and effort in putting it together. Along with the tri-panel you put together for me, I couldn't be more pleased with the firstclass results. As for my Mom and Dad, they simply cherish it!" – Mike P. | Denver, CO
"Thanks so much for giving us your time and talents to show us how beautiful our dogs can be. We are still talking about how amazing the pictures came out. They are truly a work of art. You do have an awesome gift and talent." – Joe & Jamie P. | Rockville, MD
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FINE ART PRINTS We have recently introduced limited edition prints from our private travel collection. These fine art prints are matted and lacquered, and are available in printings of 150 and 250 of the following sizes: 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, 16x20, 20x24 Hand embellished canvas is also available
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"I'm not photogenic" It's the all-too-common objection to getting your portrait professionally taken. The honest truth? Nobody is. No person in this world is naturally photogenic. Not you, not me, not Victoria's Secret models. Even Cindy Crawford famously said, "Even I don't wake up looking like Cindy Crawford!" The difference between a good and bad photograph of yourself lies in two factors: Lighting & Posing. This is what makes all the difference between a mediocre snapshot and a "Wow" portrait. Try this exercise. Take your cell-phone out and turn on the front-facing camera. Hold your phone at the same angle you would if you were reading a text. Now - take the picture. You should probably delete it. Now, go walk over to a window, preferably one with a sheer curtain over it. Stand so the window is at a 90-degree angle to your body. This time, hold the phone up, just a little above your eye-line. Good posture - chin stuck out just a bit. Give a little hint of a smile to the camera and *click.* If we can improve your selfies that easily - and we're not even in the room... imagine what we can do when we're actually holding the camera. i
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"Beauty is how you feel inside, AND REFLECTS IN YOUR EYES. It is not something physical." _____________________
~ sophia loren
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Ready to experience a shoot? Check out the movie reel here: http://stephaniemillner.com/videos
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YOUR PHOTO SHOOT EXPERIENCE INCLUDES...
Client Consultation and session design
Hair Stylist for runway ready hair
Magazine-Style Shoot similar to Vanity Fair
Luxurious Products exclusive to our studio
Star Service to feel like a celebrity for a day
Makeup Artist to put your best face forward
Digital Artistry and retouching on all images
Flexible Payment Plans to fit your lifestyle
Wardrobe Styling to help you look your best
Location Choice in & around Santiago
In-Person Reveal to select your images
100% Guarantee that you will love your images!
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xpect to be pampered at your photo shoot! All sessions include wardrobe styling with the photographer, including our selection of beautiful jewelry and accessories to complement your outfits. All sessions include wardrobe styling with the photographer, which includes our selection of beautiful jewelry and accessories to complement your outfits. Make sure you schedule a night out afterwards, because you will look gorgeous! Then enjoy a Vanity Fair style photo shoot with award-winning photographer Stephanie Millner,
M.Photog.Cr., CPP. After your shoot, digital artistry and retouching will give your images the final polish. You will then return to the studio for an In-Person Image Reveal, where you can select which images you want to purchase. The images you love most can be made into beautiful canvases, stunning wall collages, or luxurious image boxes. For your convenience, flexible payment options are available. We have a 100% (money-back) guarantee that you will love your images! i
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Danielle K. | Sasebo, Japan
“Stephanie Millner does excellent work. Her photographs are phenomenal. She was also very personable, down-toearth, & offered five-star customer service. Wow, what a combo!! Hands down, one of the best photo sessions I’ve ever completed!”
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e make it our business to help your business! Are you putting your best face forward? Contact us for your personal branding and business headshot needs, and get the professional, polished image your business needs to succeed. We offer short in-studio and on-location
portrait sessions so you can get back to work in a flash. Usually ready within 24 hours, our fast turnaround lets you share your professional image with the world as quickly as possible. We move at the pace of your business. Call today to book your session. i
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Style Guide: [top] Light + Jewel Tones; [left] Adjacent Brights; [center] Adjacent Tones; [right] Brights
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our family is changing so fast, isn’t it? Your children are growing up, and becoming more like adults every day. Don’t you wish you could just “freeze time” and hold these special moments of their youth and innocence forever? What would a portrait of you and your child mean to you in 20 or 25 years?
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There is still time, but every day, your child’s smile changes just a little. Time is the one thing that none of us have enough of. It is the one thing that money can’t buy. It is the one thing that we all would give just about anything for. Through photography, we can hold on to the moments in our lives that we wish could last forever. i
“Mom & Dad said I should tell you, ‘the pictures and canvas are excellent and the time, effort, dedication, and skill invested in the family portraits can only be seen in the end result – which is an exceptional work of art and the hallmark of a professional.’ ... Last time I saw the parents this happy, a grandchild was being added to the family!”
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Picture Perfect Ways to Coordinate Your Family's Wardrobe Light Airy fabrics, khakis & light jeans, whites & pastels, elegant florals, summer dresses with cardigans, button-down dress shirts, dockers.
Bright Bolder & brighter colors, solid tops, black or jean bottoms, funky accessories, city-style shoes, like boots or simple heels.
Neutrals Natural fabrics like wool and cotton, natural colors (browns, beiges), khaki pants or jeans. Riding boots or loafers with minimal jewelry. Perfect for any location.
Jewel Jewel tones such as jade, amethyst, and topaz. black or jean bottoms with elegant shoes and understated jewelry.
Contrast Opposite sides of the color wheel. Reds with greens, yellows with purples & blues. Contrast outfit with background, such as greens & teals against fall foliage.
Adjacent Use contiguous colors in the color wheel for a cohesive look. All blues of different shades, for example. Black, grey, and white (monochrome) is a beautiful use of adjacent color.
•Portrait Do's & Don'ts. DO wear solid colors and simple textures. DO wear matching socks and undershirts. The camera will see white collars under black shirts, etc. DO go with neutral or unpainted nails. Remove chipped polish too! DO apply a light base of eyeliner and mascara before your session. DO wear long sleeves or three-quarter length sleeves to make arms appear leaner. DO bring your favorite props or even the family pet
DON'T wear printed clothing. Cartoon characters & text will make your images appear dated in the future. DON'T wear ill-fitting clothes. Too-tight clothing makes subjects appear heavier and are uncomfortable! DON'T wear running shoes, Crocs, or plastic flip-flops. DON'T paint your nails with bright (trendy) colors or nail art. DON'T wear very heavy makeup. Less is more! DON'T get eyebrow waxing done less than 48 hours before your photo shoot.
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Session Checklist Fresh Neutral-Color Manicure Touch Up Roots (if needed)
Eyebrow/Lip Waxing 48 hours before Moisturize the Night Before
Clean, Dry Hair washed the night before Black Strapless Bra Nude Strapless Bra
Nude underwear (seamless if possible)
Spaghetti-Strap Tank Tops in Black and White Jeans (no elastic waistbands) Black Blazer
White Button-Down Shirt Black Leggings
Your Five (5) Outfits
Shoes & Accessories for your Outfits
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Allergy-Free Makeup if required
Props discussed at consultation Pets are always welcome!
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Your Custom Portrait Session $130.000 clp • • • • • • • •
A pre-session consultation with the photographer A wardrobe styling and session design Hair & makeup with our fantastic artist for TWO people A guided, magazine-style photo shoot in our studio Three to Five outfit changes Fine-Art collaboration piece at the end of your session* In-person image reveal of your beautifully retouched portraits Signature products sold separately
Make it a girls' day out. Enjoy this experience with your mother, daughter, sister, or best friend. Make sure you plan a night out afterwards because you will look and feel fabulous. This experience will change how you see yourself.
Pet Portrait Sessions $50.000 clp
• A pre-session consultation with the photographer • A guided, magazine-style photo shoot • In-person image reveal of your beautifully retouched portraits • Signature products sold separately Pets are people too, and only Stephanie Millner Photography can show your furbaby's unique personality through fine-art portraits. Show the world how you see your beloved pets.
* To be discussed at the consultation.
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ongratulations on this exciting time in your lives! We are honored you have entrusted our studio to capture these fleeting moments in your lives. We promise to stop time and preserve those tiny details – the teeny feet, the pouty lips, the curly hands – for you to cherish for the rest of your lives.
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Maternity sessions are best scheduled between 30 and 35 weeks of pregnancy, while the belly is most pronounced but movement is still relatively comfortable. Newborn sessions should be before two-weeks old, preferably within the first nine days. Please call the studio upon delivery to schedule your newborn session. i
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"ITALY IS A DREAM that keeps returning for the rest OF YOUR LIFE" _____________________
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For over a decade, our studio has been an industry leader in animal portraiture. We have truly seen it all – sugar gliders, giant lizards, and even an in-studio birth of eighteen baby rats! We have the experience required to deal with even the most difficult pets (and, relax. We are sure yours isn't the most difficult. Not by a long shot!) But most importantly - we love it. Because we love animals, plain and simple. i
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For the Wall We specialize in fine-art custom portraiture to display on the walls of your home. We believe that wall portraiture is simply the best way to enjoy your portraits every day, and we want you to be happily involved in the customization process. We offer two finishes for wall portraiture: the classic look of Museum-Quality GalleryWrap Canvas or the more modern style of aluminum Collage Walls, ranging in size from three to four-and-a-half feet wide. All of our wall portraiture includes hanging hardware, and does not require framing. For the Table If you’re looking for something unique, we offer stunning matted image boxes - perfect for all types of sessions! These leatherwrapped 11x14" boxes house matted gift prints, in quantities of five, ten, or fifteen
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prints. Each print is signed and matted for custom framing. These collections include digital files of the enclosed prints. For the Home Portraiture is not limited to the living room. We offer a variety of smaller pieces perfect for display around the home. Our mantle prints are perfect accents to your framed table-top art, and gift prints come in a variety of sizes perfect to bring to your office or give as holiday presents. Mantle & Gift Prints are mounted, lacquered, and linen textured and can be displayed on an easel or traditionally framed. (Linen Mats are also available.) Fine Art Wallet Prints and Greeting Cards (Holiday Cards, Birth Announcements & Thank You Notes) are also available on a perrequest basis. Please inquire. Prints begin at $70.000 CLP and print collections begin at $650.000. i
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"I have been a professional photographer for over a decade and have the experience to capture your unique beauty. It is my mission to craft the most beautiful images you have ever seen of yourself – to create heirlooms to be cherished for generations. I invite you to experience a shoot, so I can reveal your inner beauty to you." – Stephanie Millner
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tephanie Millner, M.Photog.Cr., CPP is an internationally award-winning photographer residing in Santiago, Chile. She has over a decade of experience crafting photographs of wonderful clients and amazing destinations. She has worked worldwide: throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, Italy, and Chile. Through her work with several embassies, her client list includes Ambassadors and foreign Heads of State, Secretary John Kerry, Secretary Hillary Clinton, and Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden. Stephanie’s studio specializes in fine-art studio portraiture of people and their pets, for which she has earned much acclaim, including publication in Reader’s Digest: PhotoYou Asia and Professional Photographer. She is often a guest-speaker for photography and graphic design organizations.
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In her free time, she enjoys fine-art photography, traveling, and working with animals. She lives in Santiago with her husband Dave, their daughter ”JEM,” Hailey (shetland sheepdog), and Mr. Dracula (the catbeast.)
Master of Photography Degree – PPA (2012) Photographic Craftsman Degree – PPA (2011) American Society of Photographers District Medalion (2013) Diamond Photographer of the Year Medal (2010) Photographer of the Year Medal (2011, 2013, 2014, 2016) Elite Member, Professional Photographers of America (PPA) – 2017. Member 10+ years Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) – Portrait endorsement (2008) MBA (Swiss School of Management) | BA, Art History (Boston University)
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This image, entitled Heart to Heart was accepted into the Northeast District Print Competition as meritscoring print. It then went on to International Print Competition and received a merit and display in the International General Collection. Heart to Heart was displayed in the 123rd Annual Exhibition at Imaging USA in Nashville, TN in 2016.
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Give the gift that always fits. Gift certificates now available
For booking a consultation Santiago, Chile: +56 9 8811 9172 info@stephaniemillner.com www.StephanieMillner.com