Four years ago, my home-based photography business took off and we took the plunge by opening a retail photography studio. It was a huge change for me, meaning I would no longer be the stay at home mom I had been since my oldest was born. A month later, I found out I had kidney cancer, and had to go through surgery and time off work. What a scary time that was for me! But you, my lovely clients, were amazing, and when I was well enough to photograph again, there you were for me to photograph. Some of you have been with me since the beginning ~ those first days in my home. I've watched your children grow - some of the children I took newborn photos of are now booming 5 year olds that I have had the privilege to watch grow before my very eyes. Some of you, I have only just met, but by taking precious family portraits for you, I feel a great connection. I love my job, and I know what I do is important.
Recently, I have had a chance to take a step back and re-prioritize some things in my personal life. I am first and foremost a wife and mother, and through careful thought, consideration and lots of prayer, I have come to a difficult decision. As much as I love being the photographer at Laura Odom Photography, I have come to a fork in the road where I'm needed more as "Mommy." I have decided to homeschool my children. As of January 1st, I will not be working as the main photographer at the studio. Fear not, though! I am leaving the studio in very capable hands. Lana Rawlinson, who you all know, has been with me since the opening of our retail space. She is taking over the studio, and everything will be remaining the same - structure, pricing, the name, and the same great quality you've always known. Jessica Hoovler, who has been interning with us since this summer, will be taking the role as main photographer, and I know she will do an amazing job. I have been teaching her all my "tips and tricks" and she is trained in the LOP style! Stacey will still be around as well.
To be clear - Laura Odom Photography is NOT closing! Business is booming and we will still be serving you as the premiere photography studio in Pearland. We hope you will welcome Jessica and be sure to think of us for all your portrait needs!
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Free Senior Session Giveaway!
Laura Odom Photography is giving away a FREE portrait package with location & studio sessions ($415.00 value) to a 2011 High School Senior. In addition to having your senior portraits taken by a photographer at Pearland’s premiere studio, you will also be entered into a drawing for either a FREE iPad or $500 Gift Certificate to Pearland Town Center
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Brandon + Kristi
Congratulations to Brandon & Kristi Jones, who were married last weekend!
Kristi was such a radiant bride!
Enjoy their SLIDESHOW! :)
Friday, September 24, 2010
Upcoming Presto Sessions!
Presto Sessions are a great way to have nice portraits made and to save a little money. With the exception of our Christmas at the Beach, all Presto Session fees are $35 and you get to view and order the day of your portraits. Special Presto package pricing is also available. The remaining 2010 Presto Sessions are:
Christmas at the Beach ~ October 8th & 9th
(Sitting fee is $75) We will have a "sandman snowman" as well as regular beach portraits
Autumn Apples ~ October 14th & 15th
Cowboy Christmas ~ November 4th & 5th!
Snapshots with Santa & Mrs. Claus ~ November 13-20
and Holiday Baking ~ December 2nd & 3rd
Saturday, September 04, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Tax Free Frenzy!
In honor of the back to school tax-free weekend, we are having our own tax-free sale on reprints. From now (Wednesday the 18th) until Saturday (August 21st) at midnight, we will pay your sales tax on any REPRINT orders from a 2010 session. AND, as a perk, we are doing something we NEVER do... which is, selling the digital slideshow from your session, which is what you watch when you come in to view your proofs. Typically, you cannot purchase these - they only come as part of a package, but we are selling them for $150 per session (2010 sessions only). This includes all the images from your session in a digital slideshow set to music to play on your computer, ipod, blog or facebook page.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Friday, June 25, 2010
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Friday, June 11, 2010
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
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