tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257357442024-03-06T20:00:10.042-08:00Dodgen Photography BlogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger146125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-25184415553283358922013-03-28T14:19:00.000-07:002013-03-28T14:27:58.101-07:00Preschool Portraits at Small Friends Preschool
I always look forward to photographing at Small Friends School in Portland, Oregon (I'll be there on April 15 and 16 this year). Small Friends holds a special place in my heart because it was the first preschool I photographed at some fifteen years ago. I think it was also the first time I had been to preschool since I attended preschool. I was blown away with the creativity of the environment,Unknownnoreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-76783245529244782802013-03-21T16:04:00.000-07:002013-03-21T16:04:14.603-07:00Portraits while you play at Gymboree Play + Music
I will be back at the Gymboree Play + Music centers in Portland, Oregon in a couple of weeks, photographing the children as they explore all the fun that Gymboree has to offer. It is always a great time. If you, or someone you know, are interested in attending (you must have children five or under) or getting more information, contact one of the Gymboree locations below.Gymboree Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-58768157248514895812013-03-07T10:42:00.000-08:002013-03-07T10:42:25.802-08:00Preschool Portraits at Little Green Apple Preschool
Last year I photographed the children at Little Green Apple Preschool in Portland, Oregon for the first time. Shortly after I posted the proofs, I received this wonderful e-mail from the Theresa, the school's Director:
“Thank you for capturing the small magical moments in our classroom, thank you for taking the time to get to know the classroom and each class, thank you for your prompt Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-65896771464067152932013-03-06T15:11:00.000-08:002013-03-06T15:11:22.126-08:00March Mini Portrait Sessions at the park in Seal Beach
Our March mini sessions are back. This time at a park in Seal Beach. The mini sessions fit easily into your busy schedule, are an affordable way to get updated portraits, and are a lot of fun. There are only four mini sessions available, and they are scheduled on a first come first served basis, so be sure to schedule soon.
Each Mini Portait Session is $100 and includes:
• Approximately 20 Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-27877384726575504692013-02-27T14:37:00.001-08:002013-02-27T14:37:33.619-08:00Preschool Portraits at Great Beginnings
I am very excited to be photographing at Great Beginnings Preschool in Long Beach again on March 12 and 13. This will be the 12th year photographing at Great Beginnings. This year will be a bit bittersweet for me, as it is the last year that I have children attending Great Beginnings. Children grow up so fast, which is why I love to help families capture some of the fleeting moments in Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-37005524514396679022012-08-02T15:21:00.001-07:002012-08-02T15:21:43.205-07:00Follow me on Pinterest
I recently signed up with Pinterest as a way to keep track of all the great photography projects, craft ideas and creative activities for kids I have come across online. These are the types of things I enjoy doing with my own kids, or hope to try someday, but I also wanted to share them with you, my creative and artistic clients. Are you on Pinterest? Any tips for a newbie?
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Big Savings on Big Prints
Now through July 22, receive 30% off 11x14 and larger prints.
To order, select your images then call or e-mail with the image number, size, and quantity. Orders must be placed through Dodgen Photography (not our online partner Pictage). If your proofs are no longer online, just contact us to have them posted again.
• Sale ends Sunday, JulyUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-10451714311950591742012-07-19T11:19:00.000-07:002012-07-19T11:19:02.973-07:00Recent Favorite PortraitsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-40317664547985526112012-06-14T09:00:00.000-07:002012-06-14T09:00:06.192-07:00Dear Photograph,
I have been intending to mention the wonderful site, Dear Photograph,, on here for a very long time. It so simply conveys the power of photographs, memory and human connection.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-48625079224602694782012-06-13T14:43:00.000-07:002012-06-13T14:43:49.665-07:00Canvas Print Promotion
From now until June 20 get a free canvas print with every canvas print you order. The free print can be of a different image and size, but must be of equal or lesser value. Contact us soon to place your order.
This promotion is not available on canvas orders placed through Pictage.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-23685698873826493592012-06-06T17:01:00.000-07:002012-06-06T17:01:44.428-07:00Father's Day Gift Ideas
Father's Day is just around the corner. Dads are notoriously difficult to shop for, but Dodgen Photography makes it simple to give gifts that dad will treasure for a lifetime. Order prints from a recent session or sentimental favorites from a past one. Or surprise dad with a gift certificate for a portrait session to capture this stage in your child or family's life. Order soon to insure Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-53493571886790834502012-06-05T09:00:00.000-07:002012-06-05T09:00:05.521-07:00Recent Favorite PortraitsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-21101560552568474752012-06-03T09:00:00.000-07:002012-06-03T09:00:06.667-07:00Recent Favorite PortraitsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-7757332232203492762012-06-01T12:36:00.000-07:002012-06-01T12:36:34.742-07:00Caine's ArcadeI LOVE this! It's a good reminder to leave some time and space for free play (and have plenty of boxes around). You never know what may happen.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-28018447910683263852012-05-25T15:52:00.001-07:002012-05-25T15:52:56.459-07:00Family Fun: Dance Downtown
If you are looking for a fun summer evening out with your family (or your spouse), check out Dance Downtown at the Music Center in downtown Los Angeles. It is free, open to all ages, and all dance abilities. Each night has a different theme. At the beginning, and sprinkled throughout the evening, there are a dance lessons. On disco night, we learned some classic disco steps, the hustle, and a Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-76296738302837864482012-03-06T11:06:00.001-08:002012-03-06T11:06:22.562-08:00Portraits While You Play at Gymboree
Over the next few weeks, I will be photographing at several Gymboree Play + Music locations, including, for the first time, Gymboree Anaheim Hills/Yorba Linda. If you have children five years old or younger, this is a perfect opportunity for them to explore all the fun that Gymboree has to offer, while I capture the moments in beautiful black and white portraits. The kids are generally so Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-23466216163582331672012-02-29T10:39:00.001-08:002012-02-29T10:39:48.962-08:00March Mini Portrait Sessions at the Beach
Our March mini sessions at the beach fit easily into your busy schedule and are a fun way to capture lasting memories of your family. There are only seven mini sessions available, and they are scheduled on a first come first served basis, so be sure to schedule soon.
Mini Portait Sessions are $100 and include
• Approximately 20 minutes on the beach in Long Beach (Belmont Shore area)
• Just Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-55467720441411933032012-02-29T09:50:00.000-08:002012-02-29T10:54:43.452-08:00Happy Leap Day!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-87754010463611857532012-02-28T10:00:00.000-08:002012-02-29T09:04:29.850-08:00Photo Tip: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO Oh My!
Do you have an SLR camera? Do the words aperture, shutter speed and ISO strike fear into your heart (or even just bewilderment)? Getting a better understanding of these controls, how they relate to each other and how to use them can greatly improve your photographs. The SLR Simulator provides a basic description of each control, but best of all, it includes a simulator that shows you exactly howUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-9617830238117192122011-11-16T08:40:00.001-08:002011-11-16T10:02:19.533-08:00Autumn Window DisplaysThe green leaves are turning
To yellow, red and brown
And when the wind comes whistling by
they'll all
.....come sailing
..........down
Here are a few autumn leaf projects to try on a cozy autumn day.
An autumn tree with leaves made from painted coffee filters at Frugal Family Fun Blog
Classic leaf rubbings painted with watercolors by Maya*Made
Tissue paper "stained glass" leaves from Mom Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-39485251572397890402011-11-11T16:54:00.001-08:002011-11-16T10:02:57.664-08:00Portraits While You Play at Gymboree Tustin/Irvine
I am excited to announce our new partnership with Gymboree Play + Music in Irvine/Tustin. I have been photographing at a couple of Gymboree locations in Oregon for over ten years, but this is my first time working with Gymboree in Orange County.
Our first portrait event is Saturday, December 3 at 3:00 pm. If you have children five years old or younger, this is the great opportunity for them Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-83181056992783111632011-09-29T18:14:00.000-07:002011-09-29T18:15:00.290-07:00
We love to use our imaginations at Dodgen Photography and we love low tech toys that give us lots of room for creative expression. You can imagine how excited I was to discover the i-Wood. It reminded me a bit of our own iBox, but with even more room for creative input.
via swiss-missUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-44089207785707729122011-09-22T18:34:00.000-07:002011-09-22T18:34:47.935-07:00Photo Tip: The Best CameraThere is a saying that the best camera is the one you have with you. Your DSLR may be great, but it won't take a very good photograph if it is at home in your closet. Of course, most of us have our phones with us all of the time, and the quality of the cameras inside is getting so much better, that if you know how to use them, you can get excellent results. Macworld recently published an article Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-21372998479959117062011-09-22T17:24:00.000-07:002011-09-22T17:26:44.329-07:00Portraits at Gymboree
I will be photographing at a couple of Gymboree Play + Music locations next week. If you have children five years old or younger, this is the great opportunity for them to explore all the fun that Gymboree has to offer, while I capture the moment in black and white portraits. It is always a great time. The kids are generally so engaged in all that Gymboree has to offer, they do not even notice Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25735744.post-66113931978902513952011-09-15T12:40:00.000-07:002011-09-15T12:40:27.541-07:00Inspiring "back-to-school" words from Mister Rogers:
Those of us who are in this world to educate -- to care for -- young children have a special calling: a calling that has very little to do with the collection of expensive possessions but has a lot to do with the worth inside of heads and hearts. In fact, that's the domain: the heads and hearts of the next generation, the thoughts and feelingsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0