Mackenzie - High School Senior

High school senior photography is just small facet of the photographic work I do, but I do enjoy it. Mackenzie was so much fun to work with. Working with someone who enjoys being in front of the camera as much as I do behind it is always a blessing. Anyway, I hope you enjoy her images.

To see more of our high school seniors visit online at www.blackolivestudios.com

Another commercial lifestyle photoshoot

Recently hit the country roads with my friend Steven to capture some new commercial images for my portfolio.  Steven was awesome in his color coordinated get-up. If you remember we did a Mtn Biking series back in 2010. This could sort of be considered continuations of that series. I'm hoping to add more "biking" pix to my portfolio over this summer. We'll see if I'm able to get around to it.

In Christ,
David Price
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Andrew Blahnik's "Blank Pages" Kick Starter

A good musician friend of mine down in Nashville has launched a Kickstarter project to get his latest album off the ground. If you've watched very many of my wedding videos you've probably heard a song or two of his. Anyway, he's been writing away and is now ready to hit the recording studio, but he needs your help.

His new album is titled "Blank Pages" and he's using a few images I captured for him. Go to his Kick Starter page and make a contribution!

A portrait of the doctor behind Piggy Paste®

This last December I was assigned by Medical Economics Magazine to photograph a Peoria local for their January 10th issue. The subjects name was Dr. Paul Kinsinger and he brought us Piggy Paste. Dr. Paul was an absolute hoot to work with. He is probably the most down to earth individual I've had the privilege of photographing! Below are a few captures of the final image in Medical Economics Magazine.

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In Christ,
David Price
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Commercial Lifestyle - Hunting

Tis the season to dawn Realtree® attire, paint your face, and hit the stands in pursuit of that trophy buck. Went out on a rainy thanksgiving weekend with my friend Brad to capture some new images for my portfolio as well as just have fun.

We shot this series with a single battery powered strobe bounced through a small umbrella.

In Christ,
David Price
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Grace - Senior Portraits - Pekin, IL

Grace was an excellent senior. Most photographer know to take note and enjoy the small things in life. Getting to work with a senior who's comfortable in front of the camera definitely counts as one of those small things in my opinion. I had been a while since I last photographed anything in Pekin, but I have to say there is a great selection of locations within a easy radius.

Anyway enough of my babbling. Enjoy the pix!

If you're a high school senior interested in scheduling a session please get in touch!

In Christ,

David Price

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Portrait Portfolio Revamp

I am very excited to announce that we're in the process of revamping our online portfolios. We hope you enjoy your browsing!

Check out new portfolio HERE

In Christ,
David Price
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More wedding shenanigans...

While shooting video this past weekend for a wedding with Katelyn Turner Designer + Photography (www.katelynturner.com) we had the great opportunity to take a "professional" group shot of ourselves before leaving for the night. This is seriously how you end a day well!

In Christ,
David Price
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3hr Senior Portrait Session for $160!

Graduating? We're currently offering our 3 hour creative session for $160 which includes a $40 print credit and 40 free wallets to get you started. In addition to traditional prints we also offer a custom designed book that's perfect for friend's to write in and sign.

Schedule your fall session now and lock in this price. 

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In Christ,

David Price

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Film+Fashion BTS video shown on fstoppers.com

After re-watching our Film+Fashion photoshoot video I realized that it had received 1300+ views since this January when I posted it. While for some YouTube video's this isn't any great feat, for my lowly channel this was big. After investigating I found source of the spike. Our video was posted on fstoppers.com blog. Apparently the consensus is... I'm a hipster. Kind of odd since my whole purpose for the shooting film was to gain experience with a medium and I hadn't had experience with. Anyway, I thought it was pretty cool to get our video introduced to a bunch of photogs as a "great" video. Don't know if you'll appreciate it as much as I did, but hey, I don't care!

CLICK HERE to take a look at the fstopper's post.

In Christ,
David Price
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Friends!

Where would this world be without friends? Specially those who let you take their pictures.

In Christ,
David Price
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Losing My Jacket

Spring is slowly taking over winter one day at a time, but this past weekend was the first weekend I was able to get out and shoot without my jacket and that means a lot. Windy? yes, but that just made it interesting. This past Saturday I hit the streets of Peoria, IL with some old and new friends. Kirsten Krupps and Brian Robbins joined us to model and I had the opportunity to shoot beside Dirk Jaegle, and Justin Dwyer.

We spent a short piece of time experimenting with a concept I have for another, more involved, photoshoot. Can't wait to get out for that one. Anyway this was my first experience working with Kirsten and Brian and I have to say I'm looking forward to doing more shoots down the road. After shooting on the bridge we had the opportunity to go aboard the Spirit of Peoria for the remainder of our time which we didn't pass up. All I can say is if you're wanting a sweet classic venue here in the Peoria area check out what the Spirit has to offer.

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In Christ,

David Price

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Julie - Senior Photography - Peoria, IL

Our first week in February and Peoria, along with the rest of the midwest, got dump upon with 15-20+ inches of sweet white stuff. Unfortunately, I was down with flu so I missed the opportunity to get out in it while it was busily building up around me.

This past weekend I remedied that, by getting out for a senior session with a Julie. Needless to say, 15 inches of snow creates a pretty interesting environment for photography. It was a welcome change from the  norm. The normality being fall colors and city streets. Don't get my wrong, I enjoy those settings, but it's just great to have a change up!

You'll noticed however that some of the photos look very summery... that's thanks to the lovely Luthy Botanical Gardens in the Peoria. They've kept up a wonderful indoor atrium that was perfect to add a little variety to the final collection.

Contact us to schedule your senior session!

UPDATE!! Check out our latest package offering for high school seniors!

I hope you enjoy!

In Christ,

David Price

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