Scott Sylvia Photography

3rd Annual Toys for Tots

2010-11-13T08:44:00.000-08:00

Join us now through November 20th for our Toy drive to help local children. Simply bring a new unwrapped toy valued at $20.00 or more for each child being photographed and we'll waive your session fee. It's a win-win situation! See card for details.

Holiday Pet Photos at E's Divine Pets

2010-10-29T10:24:00.000-07:00

Join us this Saturday, November 6th at E's Divine Pets in Cranston, RI. We'll be there from 10 am. - 2 p.m. photographing pets with Santa on a beautiful Christmas set. There's no session fee and packages start at just $25.00. Reservations are not required but are suggested. Give E's a call at 401-270-7708.

Dog Days of Summer

2010-10-29T10:07:00.000-07:00

It's been a busy summer photographing families, kids, pets and of course high school seniors. I've been a little lax with the blog but wanted to take a minute to let everyone know how successful our Dog Days of Summer promotion was.

For a donation of a 20lb bag of dog food each donor received a fifteen minute session for their pet. We collected over 30 bags of dog food which we then delivered to local shelters. Thanks to everyone that participated and we look forward to making next years event bigger and better.

Booker and Tesla

2010-06-24T10:58:00.000-07:00

Here's a video featuring Tesla and Booker. These little guys are a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix and they are very friendly and perfect models. They didn't even mind the outfit changes!

Potter League Heart and Sole Walk.

2010-06-09T15:49:00.000-07:00

Last Sunday I had the opportunity to photograph the Potter League's Heart and Sole walk. It was a nice day and it was held at the beautiful Glen Park in Portsmouth. There were over 500 people in attendance and just about every shape and size of dog on display. There were many events for the kids as well as contests and activities for the dogs and their owners.

The new Potter League facility is incredible and their staff and volunteers are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. If you haven't been to their new place you really should stop by some time. You can also check out the animals available for adoption at www.potterleague.org.

The Dog Days Of Summer

2010-05-03T16:56:00.000-07:00

Join us on July 17th for a special fund raiser for dogs at the Seekonk and Warren animal shelters. For a 30 lb. bag of dog food and a $10.00 reservation fee, your pet will receive a 15 minute session and a FREE 5x7. Additional portraits are available at special prices. Sessions are limited, so give us a call at 401-245-5713 today.

For more information, visit us at www.scottsylvia.net/dog

Communion Season Winds Down

2010-04-23T07:44:00.000-07:00

Perhaps you didn't have the outfit or simply couldn’t pull everything together before the actual communion, here’s your final chance to capture this special event with a one-of-a-kind portrait. Simply schedule and take your session by May 18th, 2010 and you’ll receive:

A HALF PRICE studio session. That’s a $99.00 session for just 49.00.
Plus, Take 20% off any portrait collection when you place your order by May 31st.

P.S. Get backgrounds that you just can’t get at any other studio in the area. Our virtual background system (like they use in Hollywood) is a state of the art service and only available at Scott Sylvia Photography.

Hairspray Salon and Gallery Show

2010-04-15T15:56:00.000-07:00

We've been invited to display our work at Hairspray Salon and Gallery at 259 Wickenden Street in Providence, RI. It's a pretty cool place and Wickenden St is always an interesting place to visit. This Saturday, April 17th from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. there is an exhibit reception that also features the work of artist Gloria Arteaga and Zoli jewelry by Daniel Ferrazzoli. I hope to see you there!

Frequent Flyer Miles

2010-04-11T15:32:00.000-07:00

Over the years we've had clients from many different states and as far away as California. However,Katherine has them all beat! She lives in Athens, Greece. Don't get me wrong she didn't fly here just for us but learned about our studio from family in the area and scheduled a session. She was a lot of fun to photograph and here are just a few of her images.

Pretty in Pink-Amber & Alexa

2010-03-30T12:26:00.000-07:00

We have been lucky enough to have been photographing Amber since she was about 9 months old (she's the little girl that graced our recent St. Patrick's Day card). This session was the first time that we met her beautiful baby sister Alexa. It's hard to believe that Amber was just about the same age as her new sister when we first met her! This job can make you feel a little old sometimes. ;)

Anyway, it's always fun to see the kids grow up through the years and it's always an honor to be a part of their portrait history. Here's a little video highlighting the girl's session.

Jasmine

2010-03-23T08:10:00.000-07:00

Jasmine is a very sweet Border Collie mix. She was adopted from the Potter League for Animals and is enjoying her new home (it's always great to see a nice dog find a loving home). She's very friendly, well behaved and as you can see extremely photogenic.

If you are interested in rescuing a deserving animal the Potter League is a great place to visit. Their new facility is incredible and worth visiting even if you can't adopt a pet at this time. Their website is http://www.potterleague.org/.

First Holy Communion Video

2010-03-17T13:17:00.000-07:00

I wanted to post our latest video featuring Cassidy. She looks beautiful in her Communion gown and is looking forward to the big day. This video also features some new backgrounds using our virtual background machine. It's a process used in Hollywood and television and we are one of the only studios in the area with this technology.

Communion season is on a roll now as everyone's gowns and suits are coming in. It's still not too late to schedule your session and even have your portraits back in time for display at your celebration.

St. Patrick's Day Special

2010-03-12T11:30:00.000-08:00

Enjoy a private 30 minute studio session for only $29.00 and save some green on your portraits!

Book your session between March 17th - 27th and enjoy a $29.00 mini session or a full length studio session for just $49.00 (reg. $99.00).

A Special gift for the next 3 bookings- Receive a FREE 5x5 black & white art print framed and ready for display in your home or office.

On Location Session at the RI Fencing Academy

2010-03-03T15:31:00.000-08:00

We first met Wilfred last year when we photographed his high school senior session and we learned that he is a member of the Cadet World Championship Team. Wilfred competes in tournaments here in the states and Europe. He trains at the Rhode Island Fencing Academy and Club located in Warren, RI and that is where we photographed Wilfred's session. It was a great opportunity for us to photograph him in his element and this video gives a little glimpse of his session.

P.S. Anyone interested in fencing should definitely check out the Rhode Island Fencing Academy, the facility is very impressive and has classes for beginners as well as for world class athletes. They can be reached at 401-245-7902.

One Day Left!

2010-02-22T16:15:00.000-08:00

Just a quick reminder that Tuesday, February 23 at 5:00 p.m. is the last day to save Half Off your child's First Holy Communion session. There's also a great savings of 20% on your portraits when you place your order by March 21st, as well as a FREE frame on portraits 11x14 and larger.

Senior Representatives Wanted!

2010-02-10T11:52:00.000-08:00

Even though it's snowing at the moment, before you know it summer will be here and with it high school senior season. If you have a child that is going to be a senior or know of any, then this is an incredible deal for them. We are looking for representatives from the Class of 2011 from all area schools (and beyond) to be representatives for our studio. Reps receive a FREE studio or outdoor session, FREE 8x10, a FREE mini album, as well as studio credits for EVERY friend that they refer to us- click here www.scottsylvia.net/seniors/repq&a.html for more info or visit our Facebook page.

Skylar & Andrew

2010-01-28T11:58:00.000-08:00

Here's a look at a new way of viewing your images. Out state of the art slide shows have evolved to include video within the "video". It makes for a great way to relive the session or for other family members to get a glimpse of the kids.

Communion Preview

2010-01-25T10:56:00.000-08:00

Before you know it, it will be First Holy Communion season. The image at left is a sneak peak of the front cover of our new 8 page Communion catalog. If you have a child making their Communion this year, give us a call at 401-245-5713 or drop us a line at scott@scottsylvia.net and we'll send a catalog in the mail to you. Also, there's plenty of great deals and bonuses for those that schedule early!

Season's Greeting

2009-12-22T15:54:00.000-08:00

A little video card to all our friends and clients.

Thanks for your help!

2009-12-11T14:55:00.000-08:00

Thanks to everyone that came in for portraits during our 2nd annual "Toys for Tots" promotion. Your generosity is appreciated. Here's a little snap of just some of the toys collected that surely brightened some Christmases.

Toys for Tots Special Event

2009-11-12T06:32:00.000-08:00

Join us for our second annual Toys for Tots event going on now through November 20th. Our first event last year went quite well, but we are hoping to making this year bigger and better for more kids in need. This special is a great way to spread a little holiday cheer and at the same time give your own family a gift to cherish.

Simply bring in an unwrapped gift valued at around $20.00 for each child being photographed and your studio session is free! (An $89.00 value). Give us a call at 401-245-5713 and start your holiday season a little early this year. A $59.00 deposit is required to hold your session and will be applied toward your order.

Baby Talk

2009-09-07T09:18:00.000-07:00

Now that the big kids are back in school, we thought we would run a special for the little ones that are still home. Join us this September, every Wednesday or Thursday from 9a.m. to 2 p.m. for a fun filled studio session catering to infants through children 6 years old. The session fee is only $49.00 (Save $40.00) and your child's session can be casual or formal; it's all up to you! Give us a call at 401-245-5713 to reserve your session.

My Summer Vacation

2009-08-05T12:36:00.000-07:00

We just spent a relaxing week in New Hampshire. It was nice to be in a place without internet and just enjoy some simple things like swimming, kayaking and catching up on some reading. The weather actually cooperated (there was an incredible lightning storm one night) and we were able to be outdoors without being rained on.

Hopefully, everyone gets a chance to take a little break from work and enjoy the final days of summer with their family and friends. The picture of the kayak is from the pond that we spent most of our waking hours at.

Meet Zippy!

2009-07-23T14:35:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share with you one of my favorite images from one of our recent dog sessions. Meet Zippy, a beautiful and very friendly Doberman Pinscher! Zippy had many incredible images from his session, but I really love his profile and his alert gaze.
Zippy brought back memories for me, as my family had a Doberman named Heidi. This goes back aways to the 70's & 80's. She was a great dog and I hadn't thought of her recently until Zippy came to see us.

Last chance for seniors!

2009-07-16T16:59:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder for any high school seniors that have been putting off their senior portraits that Thursday July 23rd at 3:00 p.m. is the deadline to save 30% on the session of your choice. Check out our senior galleries at www.scottsylvia.net/2010 and fan us on Facebook and keep up with the latest news. Give us a call at 401.245.5713 to secure your session.

An afternoon at Blithewold

2009-06-19T13:18:00.000-07:00

I'm siting here at the computer because we got rained out again. This June has been brutal for outdoor sessions so I thought it would be nice to take a look at a recent session where the sun was actually shining. This video is a look at Eva & Elsa, two sisters that had a great time that day and look beautiful in their traditional Chinese dresses.

This session was at Blithewold in Bristol, RI. If you have never been there, you need to put it on your list of places to visit this summer. It is one of the most spectacular locations in this area. We are offering some special sessions this July at Blithewold, call 401-245-5713 for more details.

Beach Bums 2009

2009-06-16T13:01:00.000-07:00

Last year we launched our "Beach Bums" promotion for kids from infant to 12 years old. It was a lot of fun, so we brought it back for the summer of the '09.
Meet us at a local beach, Wednesday mornings July 1st - July 23rd. There's only three sessions each morning- so if you are interested, give us a call today at 401-245-5713. The session fee is only $29.00 if you book by June 25th ($39.00 after that date).
We'll provide the props (bucket & shovel, sand castle, etc.), you just bring the kids!
Any outfit from a dress or shorts to a swimsuit works just fine! Check out more images at www.scottsylvia.net/beachbums.

Meet Oliver

2009-06-11T10:55:00.000-07:00

My daughter Lauren has been begging for the last year (maybe longer) for a small dog of her own. We were a bit reluctant since we already have a six year old Airedale Terrier. Some of you may have met our dog Max and he's definitely not a lap dog, although he tries to be.
Persistence pays, as Lauren finally wore us down and a new puppy has joined the family. Oliver is a Yorkiechon (that's the fancy name for a Yorkie - Bichon mix) and is twelve weeks old. His hobbies are eating, jumping, waking at 5:30 a.m. and of course annoying Max. But who can resist that face?

Senior Feature: Brooke

2009-06-02T12:47:00.001-07:00

Talking to myself?

2009-05-28T06:54:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note to let you know that I have dropped the Senior Blog, as most of the high school seniors tend to check in on the latest news on our Facebook page. This blog will remain up and running, and I will on occasion post pictures and info geared toward the seniors here, as well as the usual info that is aimed toward the children and family side of our studio.

I recently heard another photographer say that when he referred a senior to his blog, the kid replied "isn't a blog when old people talk to themselves?" I hate to admit it, but the kid may have a point.

Child & Baby Contest- Final Weeks.

2009-05-23T07:12:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder that there is still time to enter the national contest that we are participating in this year. Children infant to twelve years old are eligible. The two little angels featured are from this contest. For more details click this link: www.scottsylvia.net/specials.

Senior Season Starts Now!

2009-05-21T06:57:00.000-07:00

For those of you with Class of 2010 high school seniors (including my own daughter Megan-how did that happen so fast?) or nieces or nephews, our brand new senior catalog is out!

The image to the left is the actual cover featuring Tonya from Seekonk High School. If you would like a copy of the catalog drop us a line at scott@scottsylvia.net.

We're really excited to push the envelope this year with new locations, lighting and looks. This year there will be more variety than ever before and anyone that books by June 4th can save an amazing 63% off the session of their choice, along with many over incredible early bird offers. For more info check out www.scottsylvia.net/2010.

I'm not ignoring you.

2009-04-29T17:37:00.000-07:00

I just discovered yesterday that any new emails sent to me over the last week or so have been bounced back. There was a little glitch between the web host and the email provider, it's all corrected now. However, any emails sent during that time are lost. Please, send me another email if you have not heard back from me. Really, I'm not ignoring you.

Proofreader wanted!

2009-04-17T16:02:00.000-07:00

Our recent mailing for the Baby & Child contest had a great little cover model, Jackson (see his video on the blog below). However, the fact that the contest rules on the back of the card were all scrambled, somehow got past me.
Perhaps, sleep deprivation or I just plain old messed up. Anyway, here's the cover and the contest rules. The contest is still going on, so give us a call at 401-245-5713 and join in on the fun!

P.S. Stayed tuned for some of the entries in this year's contest.

Baby & Child Contest

2009-03-25T17:04:00.000-07:00

We are taking part in Miller's Professional Imaging's national Baby and Child Contest. Enjoy your session for just $49.00 when booked by April 2nd. Go to www.scottsylvia.net/specials for more details and info.

Before you go, check out Jackson's video. We had a great time photographing him, he's a happy little guy and full of personality.

I Think This Commercial is Hilarious!

2009-03-20T08:55:00.000-07:00

Whenever this commercial gets recorded on the DVR between shows, I always replay it over (& over), which tends to irritate others in the room. So, I figured I would post it to the blog and on those days when I need a laugh, it's just a mouse click away.

Session Spotlight: First Holy Communion

2009-03-06T12:13:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again, Communion season. Today's spotlight is on Julia, she is making her First Holy Communion this May. She is as graceful as she is beautiful.
Gown & Accessories from Baby World, Fall River Ma.

Baby Models Wanted.

2009-02-22T11:59:00.000-08:00

We are looking for babies (between six months to three years old) and their hats! The babies coming in and out of the studio with their winter hats on are so cute that we thought it would be fun to do a special one day featuring kids wearing all kinds of hats. It can be a winter hat, baseball hat, Easter bonnet, cowboy hat- you get the idea. All models will receive a free session and a complimentary 5x7. If you are interested just contact us by March 15th at scott@scottsylvia.net or call us at 401-245-5713.

Winter Break

2009-02-21T11:54:00.000-08:00

We took a little time off this school vacation week to spend time with the kids and family from Florida. We went to Lake Placid for some skiing (we should probably have gone to Florida instead), the conditions weren't great but it was still a good time!

Your Thing Part 3

2009-02-07T07:43:00.000-08:00

Soon the Boys of Summer will take the field (at least we hope it will be soon, enough of this cold). There's nothing like a little baseball on a warm summer night to help pass a few relaxing hours. Here's a little video to help get us through the winter. For more details on our Your Thing promotion, please visit our specials page.

Your Thing Part 2

2009-02-04T10:40:00.000-08:00

This time it's the ladies' turn. Three sisters have some fun practicing their ballet moves.

The Your Thing session can feature any activity that your children enjoy! We realize that just as many girls enjoy hockey, karate and other sports as they do ballet, so there is really no limit to the possibilities. Check out our Specials page for more details.

Dog Show

2009-02-02T12:03:00.000-08:00

Max The Airedale here with a brand new video of some of my friends. A few of my featured friends were photographed at the Potter League in Middletown, Rhode Island and are available for adoption. They may have found new homes by now, but I'm sure their are other great dogs and other pets available. Their website is potterleague.org.

If you have not seen their new facility yet, you should pay them a visit. It is absolutely incredible and the staff is really nice!

P.S. The Airedale featured in the video is not me, it's my sister Ruby!

Let it snow

2009-01-30T16:49:00.000-08:00

It seems this winter I've spent more time behind my snow blower than my camera. When I bought this a few years ago at the end of a warm winter it seemed like an extravagance. However, this year when I step out to a foot of snow on my driveway I feel like a genius. It sure is a lot easier on the old back than shoveling. Gotta go, I think I just saw a few flakes drift by the window.

Your Thing

2009-01-26T13:45:00.000-08:00

What's your thing? Is it sports, the arts or are you an animal lover? Whatever it is let us capture this side of your personality with our limited time special that we call "Your Thing." This special is perfect for infants to teens! Whether it's a baby and their favorite toy or blanket to a teen with guitar or soccer ball (or anything else that you can dream up), it's a great opportunity for kids of all ages to express themselves. This event is running now through the end of February.

Here's the cool part, for only $199.00 you get a 30 minute session, as well as a 6x12framed three portrait art panel and sixteen wallet portraits! This is a $313.00 value if purchased separately. In addition, we have numerous other specials such as 40% off gift portraits! Check the specials section of our website next week for more details and examples.

Every Little Bit Helps

2009-01-22T11:00:00.000-08:00

During the course of the year we are asked many times to donate to silent auctions for schools, church and temples, and for charities. We are always happy to help if we can, so please give Barbara a call at 401-245-5713 if we can be of service.

It's amazing how much money can be raised by the end of the night at auctions or silent auctions. Everyone seems to enjoy the friendly competiveness of bidding on that item or basket that they just can't live without, and in the end it's for a good cause.

First Communion Video

2009-01-21T13:32:00.001-08:00

I have travelled many miles across the frozen tundra to post this blog. It should would be nice to see a little green grass again. Anyway, I'm excited to share a brand new video with you showcasing some of our communion images.

If you have a child making their communion, (or a friend's child that you know of making their communion), you do not want to miss our upcoming One Day Sale. Check back in the next day or two and we will have the specials page updated with all the details, savings and special bonuses.

Santa's Little Helper

2008-12-17T15:44:00.000-08:00

It's hard to believe that Christmas is just a week away! I've been a bit distracted from the blog, with last minute shopping, holiday parties, and of course sessions.

Anyways, I wanted to share an image from our Christmas card this year featuring our dog Max. We usually feature our girls on the cover, but this year Max won the honors (don't worry; the girls are on the inside of the card). My daughter Megan was playing around with putting the red antlers on Max, and to our surprise, he actually kept them on long enough to snap a picture.

Happy Holidays to everyone and a very prosperous, healthy, New Year!

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-26T12:44:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving!

We hope everyone has a great day and enjoys

celebrating with family and friends.

Save some room for pie!

-Scott & Barbara Sylvia

Toys for Tots

2008-11-05T15:38:00.000-08:00

Here's the first couple of days worth of our Toys for Tots collection. The Toys for Tots promotion is going on until this Friday, November 7th. To get your FREE session, all you have to do is have your portraits taken by November 7th and bring in a toy valued at around $20 per child. Call now while appointments are still available!

Warren Walk About

2008-10-22T17:43:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hi this past Sunday. Everybody seemed to enjoy visiting the new shops and studios around Water Street and around Warren.

Visitors were able to check out some of our new products, including our sensational new gallery wraps. If you are looking for a piece of art that will complete your home, please give us a call and we would love to show you this modern take on a classic portrait.

In the coming months, we will be introducing you to some of these new products that are all a part of our new S Gallery line of fine art products. Please check back for more information.

Autumn Splendor

2008-10-06T15:51:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you, but fall is my favorite time of year. The cool, crisp air, the beauty of the turning leaves (although raking isn't too much fun), football games, and fresh apple pie. It doesn't get much better than this in New England.

This photo was taken last year in Barrington on Kent Street. I was driving by when the empty bench surrounded by the colorful trees caught my eye.

Missing in Action

2008-09-22T16:46:00.001-07:00

Wow, where did the summer go? It's been a busy summer, which is great, but I just kind of lost track of the blog. I did however put together a proper newsletter that all past clients will receive at the beginning of October. I hope to publish it twice a year. If you are not a past client but would like to receive our printed newsletter, just leave us your contatct info at scott@scottsylvia.net.

We also just updated the specials page, so check it out here.

Vacation Time

2008-08-03T10:59:00.000-07:00

We took a little break last week to recharge and relax in New Hampshire. The summer is definetely a busy time for the studio but summer is so short in New England that you really do have to schedule some family time or it just slips by.

Anyway, we had a great time and I hope everyone gets the chance to get away and enjoy this great weather with family and friends.

Summer Movies: The Dark Knight

2008-07-21T16:05:00.000-07:00

Every summer I always plan on making it to the movies and seldom do. But with the heat this past weekend, it seemed like the perfect place to spend a couple of hours.

Saturday, the family ventured out to see "The Dark Knight". We figured it would most likely be sold out, but to our surprise, we got in and got good seats. (it did fill up a few minutes later).

The movie was excellent. It was definitely the most complex superhero movie to date. The film is dark, gritty, and intense.

P.S.: This movie is certainly not for children, at 2 1/2 hours and with it's violent content.

P.P.S.: Hopefully, it will not be an entire year before I get to the movies again.

Breakfast of Champions

2008-07-12T12:20:00.000-07:00

Ah, nothing like coffee and donuts. But these donuts are not what they appear.

As soon as I took these donuts out to photograph them, Max (our dog) knew something was up. He didn't let this plate out of sight! Pretty smart dog, as the donuts pictured are actually all natural dog treats from a new dog boutique in Warren called Uptown Dog. Uptown Dog has a dog pastry counter with natural treats that look like canolies, donuts, and other delicious pastries, as well as dog clothing, jewelry, and other accessories. It's located at 7 Turner Street in Warren, RI.

P.S. In case you were wondering, Max loved the donut.

Happy 4th

2008-07-03T12:46:00.000-07:00

Hopefully you have tomorrow off and can enjoy the day with family and friends. It's been many years since we've gone to the Bristol parade, as the 4th of July is a pretty busy day for us because it's my wife's birthday and my parents anniversary (this year their 50th!). If you are going to the parade or another celebration, have a good time!

Here is a little something to get you ready for the 4th.

Life Comes at you Fast

2008-07-02T08:11:00.000-07:00

Over the past months I've felt a little like the Nationwide commercial where the dad is pushing his young child on the swing and a few pushes later he's knocked down by a large teenager. Lately we've been photographing many high school seniors that we photographed five, eight, or even ten years ago.

It's hard to believe that so much time has passed so quickly! Some of the seniors are still recognizable, while others have changed so much I would walk right by them. It's a lot of fun seeing them again and we're happy to have the honor of documenting this momentous occasion of their senior year.

Leila the Ragdoll

2008-06-14T10:02:00.000-07:00

We are happy to give cats some equal time on the blog. We wanted to share some images of Leila; she is an incredibly beautiful Ragdoll cat. He big blue eyes are mesmerizing and is coat is soft and full. She is larger than many of the cats I've seen and she definitely has a presence in front of the camera.

Leila's mom Roxanne has had many cats in her life, but this is the first one she's had since a kitten. She rescued all of her other cats from shelters.

If you're interested in finding out more information on these amazing animals, check out Kasseldolls Ragdoll Cattery here or email them at Kasseldolls@cox.net. This the award-winning breeder that Roxanne got Leila from, and they're located right here in RI.

Life = Risk

2008-06-07T14:31:00.001-07:00

Congratulations, Class of 2008! Best wishes with your future plans. May you always follow your dreams. I found this motivational video. Let us know what you think.

Max's Family Reunion

2008-05-27T18:01:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago, Steve & Susan Swartz were heading down Water Street to Three Rivers for breakfast (great food by the way) when they saw a familiar face hanging in the window of our studio. That face looked exactly like Ruby, their Airedale Terrier. They stopped in to ask about the dog on the poster, and we told them it was our dog Max. After talking for a while, we discovered that Ruby is Max's big sister!

As it turned out, Ruby was waiting outside in the car, so they brought her inside. We couldn't believe how similar the two dogs' appearances and personalities were.
The Swartz's then decided to schedule a session for Ruby. Here's an image from her session. Max and Ruby are also featured in the Pet Gallery (click here to see it). Can you tell them apart?

Ruby^

Ruby ^

Travel Photos

2008-05-25T10:56:00.001-07:00

While organizing some of my digital photos, I came across some images from a cruise we took in 2006.

The first image here is from a village in the Dominican Republic. I like the vibrant colors of the flowers against the clay pots, the weathered stones of the building, and the stone work of the streets. The many pots grouped together add interest.

This next image is from a rainy day touring around Puerto Rico. At first it was disappointing, touring the old fort in the rain, (wearing plastic ponchos), but at the same time the stormy skies added a certain mood to the surroundings.

The detailed image below shows the rain slicked streets through the window. The tail lights reflecting on the wet tar shows a subtle glimpse of the modern world beyond the confines of the fortress.

Digitizing

2008-05-18T07:12:00.000-07:00

Recently, in my spare time (which there's never enough of), I've been trying to organize my personal negatives and Kodak Ektachrome slides (remember slides and carousel projectors?) so that I can convert them to digital. I remember the anticipation of waiting to get my slide film developed, and getting the images a week later. Now, all I have to do is look at the camera screen to see the pictures. Which is pretty cool.

I have boxes of images of things I used to photograph, mostly architectural details, landscapes, abstract designs, etc., and of course family photos. I even have old movies of the kids on VHS to convert to DVD.

photo from flickr.

Anyways, I hope to share some of my old images with you in the upcoming months, so be sure to check back and see them.

-Scott

1st Communion

2008-05-16T12:22:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to all of the girls and boys who made their First Communion this year! This weekend is the last big weekend for communions.

Scott and I really look forward to the communion season each year. Its amazing how even the most talkative children become more serious when they change into their communion clothes, but of course that didn't last long.

The suits and gowns this year have been absolutely beautiful (check out our Milestones gallery here). The selection and styles available these days are incredible. The clothing from Baby World and Ritz for Kidz have been especially great.

P.S.: if your child has made their communion but has not been professionally photographed, its not too late! Call to schedule a session for your child today at 401-245-5713.

-Barbara

Pets

2008-05-12T13:23:00.000-07:00

The past couple of months, we've been having a great time photographing dogs.
We've met many beautiful dogs, big and small, all with their own personalities.

It all started out innocently enough photographing my own dog Max, an Airedale Terrier. He has a tremendous amount of energy and occasionally gets himself in trouble, but he's so funny that it's impossible to get (too) mad at him. Anyway, we soon discovered that there were a great number of people that really wanted a portrait that captured their dog's personality too.

To see some of the dogs we have photographed, check out our pet gallery here. Also, if you book a pet session (any kind of pet is welcome) before June 20th, 2008, we will donate $25 to the Potter League animal shelter in Middletown, RI. It's a remarkable place and they've helped so many deserving animals find homes.

Max.

First Post!

2008-05-10T10:56:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our new blog!
I plan to post the latest studio information, special promotions, stories, etc. on this blog. I'm hoping to post at least weekly. We also have our own senior blog, so seniors click here to check it out. Don't forget to look at our galleries on our website, www.scottsylvia.net. They are constantly updated with new pictures. You might even see someone you know!