Each year, the studio hosts a promotional event in support of the Humane Society.  Although the details of the event have changed from time to time, the goal is ultimately the same.  We want to be a part of helping those pets that are in need while offering others an opportunity to join this effort.  So, as a photography studio, what better opportunity is there than capturing special moments of your family with your beloved pet?  These photos will capture the love your family has for your pet and will remain in your hearts for years to come.

When you have been around as long as G. Patterson Studio has, you think you have heard it all when it comes to doubts.  Stressed out mothers will say, "There is just no way to get a good photo of my child." Sarcastic dads will smirk, "Good luck with this family." Nervous teenagers will say, "I don't like pictures."  And even those parents, at the end of their portrait session, will sometimes ask, "Do you think we got anything at all?"

When Thursday afternoon temperatures started dropping, I was hopeful for some of that white goodness and we rarely see in Nacogdoches. About 6 pm last night, the snow came and continued for most of the night creating a beautiful white blanket over everything we normally view. Thankfully Douglass ISD started with a two-hour delay. We were certainly enjoying the few extra hours sipping on freshly brewed coffee.

At the studio, we have a dressing room for our clients.  In that room, there is a wall where graduating seniors have written little notes about their sessions and signed their names.  Looking at this wall the other day got me thinking about the individuality of each of these seniors.  Every word is penned with its own particular handwriting. Each note has its own voice.  Every signature is unique and stylistic.  This hodgepodge of messages is a perfect representation of just how different each person is.

Did Santa bring you a new camera for the new year? If so, I've got a few tips that will help you get started with capturing some great images.