Change is in the Air!

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!

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!  Leave a comment in the comment section on this post to have your name entered.  Winner will be selected randomly on December 23, 2010.