Saturday, March 31, 2012

Michael & Johanna "The Notebook"

I seriously can't say it enough..when we did this session... I said " I have to blog this one!" LOL...

We headed out early to get out session done because previously it was rescheduled because the weather was bad. I was bummed...so was my couple.

We went out to a cute little lake...and well... we got stuck in the marsh...our motor came up and wouldn't go back into the water...it was HILARIOUS....and a bit scary.

Johanna was scared but Michael was there to reassure her that everything was ok.....and I don't blame her. We documented our time...and all I can say...this is going down as one of my most memorable engagement sessions of all time....

Enjoy them.... I had the best time getting to know my couple.... and I think it shows how much in love and fun they both are!

The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds, and that's what you've given me. That's what I hope to give to you forever. I love you. I'll be seeing you...

Congratulations Michael and Johanna..their rendition of the Notebook....

























Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Hola Fellow VLV attendees!



So now that I have your attention! Who wants to win a session with us up at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender 2012?!!!

Thank you for being such amazing fans and I love to treat all my loyal fans to free things when possible. Unfortunately I can only do one session while I am up there for free! I would love to enjoy my Rockabilly weekender and not miss out on tooo many festivities during my vacation out there. So I decided to put a contest for those gals that will be up there for the weekend! Been wanting to do something special for someone special or maybe just for them to feel sexy for a bit and get some photos of your time in LAS VEGAS! What a better way to celebrate the weekender then taking some photos!

What I am going to be giving away is a free 1 hour session!
At the Palm Hotel in Las Vegas! On Friday the 6th at 11am!
Come ready with outfits...remember its vintage inspired.
Think of Marilyn in her bedroom!
I have all kinds of jewelry thanks to the fabulous Karen of InStyle Jewelry!
And cute props...

What you receive is:

1-8x10 of favorite pose!
5 Edited images on a CD w/ a print release that is good for one year!
5- Edited Web images for usage on FB, Twitter..etc!

How you enter to win!

Send me a picture of yourself! Describing yourself with one word!

To: i.mqutephotography@yahoo.com

I will be taking photos up til March the 24th! There isn't a limit of how many gals can enter...so please be one of the first so you can get a lead on everyone! All you have to do is send your family/friends/or whoever to come to my page. Press like on the page and vote for your photo by liking it!

The contest will run till April 4th at 8pm (west coast time)

Previous contest winners aren't allowed to apply. But we are ok with contestants that ran before!! So what are you waiting for??? Send me those photos...win a session with I.m Qute Photography!!!

Monday, March 19, 2012

Alton & Brianna











So I had the pleasure of meeting this couple through my husband who worked with Brianna! She is seriously a beautiful person inside and out!

We arrived at Disneyland/California Adventure late because of Traffic!
Once I got there I found them quickly and we started chatting!

I loved hearing the stories about Grandpa that Alton told me and we just had a great time exploring the Magical kingdom of Walt Disney! I hope this shows a small reflection of the love that I got to experience while with Alton and Brianna. I hope you enjoy their engagement session...

Congratulations Alton & Brianna... I wish you nothing but happiness and love!




Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Introducing IMQ Boudoir Marathon!

HI everyone..yes its that time again to get presents for our loved ones!

He might be sick of the normal tie for a gift... Restaurants are packed.... movies are all sold out! That shirt he said he loved before isn't his style anymore. Getting car parts or tools is too much of a hard thing to figure out!

What is his favorite thing in the whole world???? YOU!

Which is why were hosting a Boudoir Marathon...and you give your honey a different kind of present this year!

What if you don't have a honey to give a present to.... why does it have to be a present to someone else! Can't it be a present for you! Come out and do something amazing for yourself. Come get your hair and makeup done for the day and take some photos with us!

Don't ever be that 80 yr old who wishes she would have done this when she was in her early years...every gal deserves to be pampered and feel amazing for one day!

What are you waiting for....space is limited to only 10 spots!

1 Hour session
Hair and makeup Provided.
Props.
Champagne and snacks!
Hotel Suite (TBA)




Taking deposits for this day of pampering!







Payment options
Times




Thursday, December 22, 2011

New Beginnings Contest!


Since its the holiday's and I love making people happy! In the spirit of giving I was thinking why not giveaway a family session! I love my I.m Qute families that have walked through my doors and let me photograph them. I want to add another family to that list! I believe in a Happy New Year...why not start it with a memory!

Have you ever wanted to take a photo of your family? but can't get it? Babies keep coming and you say you will do it later.. You run out of money...because life happens?

Here is your opportunity to win one!

What you win is a location session by I.m Qute Photography!

2 hours

Up to 6 people!

A private gallery with up to 25 of your best edited photos.

A choice of:

An 11x14 print, 1-8x10 and matching wallets!
(or)
A CD with 5 images.
With the Cd you get a photo release agreement which is good up to one year!
All images are re-sized to fit up to an 8x10.

Remember all my sessions are custom created to fit and suit your family...so I would love for you to email me at: i.mqutephotography@yahoo.com

With a photo of your family, a small story on why should win, and names of everyone in the photos!

Contest starts now 12/22/2011 to 12/28/2011 at 10am. All photos must be submitted by 12/24/2011 before 8pm.
I will announce Winners at 11am on December 28th!

How do you win????

For every like that you get under your photo it is counted as a vote! So that means you have to share share share your family photo! Comments are not considered a vote but are encouraged! Good luck everyone!

So what are you waiting for?? If you don't have a photo..bust out the camera phone ;) ask your mama to get everyone in the picture for you!

There isn't a claim date so this makes it even easier for you to have fun with!
Session will be booked after the 2nd of January 2012!

Previous winners (anyone I photographed because of winning) are not allowed to participate. I ask for all contestants to either be willing to travel to the inland empire or be from here!


*all photos submitted can not be a professional photo*

Monday, December 12, 2011

I.m Qute's first Weight Loss Challenge!


So...since I brought it up.. I will be the first to tell everyone why?!

When I went through my divorce in 2004 I walked away from a man I was with since I was 17. I had 3 kids during this process and went up and down in my weight. My daughter was only 1 and I was heavy. I was upset and devastated because of my failed marriage. I managed to put myself on a diet and I lost a large amount of weight (30 pds)...and kept it off. I became a vegetarian. I didn't get crazy with it. I wasn't a vegan...so I still had eggs and cheese. Just no red meat or chicken. It was hard. I have a strong will when I am motivated. I stayed a size 5 for a while.

Fast forward to 2006... I met my amazing husband...we started off rough. But we pulled through. We got pregnant... and Bam!! Noah showed up. I still managed to maintain a size 9 after having Noah. We decided to get married. Still a nice size 9 and then comes all the weight.

I am now a size 14.. HOW DID THIS HAPPPEN! WHY?? I know I have a thyroid problem...but this shouldn't be an excuse to keep myself unhealthy. I know alot of plus-sized women who love their bodies and I just adore them. But my health is getting worse and if I want to continue my career in this field you have to be able to move around alot. I am out of breath all the time and going upstairs is now a scary thought. WTH! I was soo limber and thin...so I am fed up.

I refuse to be unhealthy..and not feel good about myself. I want to feel attractive. I want to be on my husband's arm as his own little pinup.

I know I am not alone.

So to enter in this Challenge!
Email me at i.mqutephotography@yahoo.com

I will only be taking the first 10 people to send me a photo :)

What I need is a photo of yourself currently.
Yes you will have to tell me your weight,age and size you are currently.
What your goal weight is and how you are going to get there!
Admission of your own truth will only lead you to the path of your own success!


Each week I will post up a new photo of myself with my current weight and how much I lost. Each contestant will be put into the album labeled Weight loss challenge. I will need new photos every week. I want to start this 12/14/11.



*What you win if you lose the most weight during this challenge*

A free session with I.m Qute Photography! A Cd with all images on it! $50 dollars worth of print credit. I don't give my copyrights to anyone but you do get a photo release agreement that is great for a year. The session is up to you! It can be a normal session, pinup, boudoir, or whatever your heart desires!


This contest isn't limited to just women! Men please feel free to also be apart of this challenge!

I will be taking a photo with the winner as well...so we can show our new bodies!

That photo will be posted on the I.m Qute website as well as the like page. I want us all to do this..if you don't win the grand prize...its ok! I will be inviting all participants for a group photo of our newly found bodies!

Lets get started now...why wait?!


I am going to start tomorrow morning 12/13/11 and this is going to go on for 90 days!!

My goal weight is going to be 125. I want the image of a curvy " Elizabeth Taylor" without the eyes...lol...

Lets do it everyone!

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Christmas Mini Sessions Pt.2



Hi everyone...after such demand! Here it is! One day only :)
Holiday themed session with a Christmas tree, presents, and a Red backdrop!
Each child that shows will get a Candy cane to leave with! ;)

I will be offering CDs...because it would be toooo late to have cards created and sent to you. Which then gives you the option of getting some done locally. Or gives you the option to use them for presents for the relatives!

For my clients who just want to photograph their children. JUST KIDS!
1 child : $45 (comes with everything I posted!)
2 children:$75 (comes with everything I posted)
3 or more children: $100 up to 5 kids(additional 15 per child)

For my families... please refer to the photo and pick a time below.
I will be taking deposits for $25 for each session. To book your time.
I will then put your name on the preferred time you requested if still available.

This will be the last time I will be taking photos for Christmas. I will be on vacation after the 20th....so don't wait. After the new year I will be introducing new prices...so please take advantage of this deal!

Email me with your desired time at i.mqutephotography@yahoo.com. Once I have received your payment I will book you in that time slot.

If not you can contact me via my Fb page on the link to the left hand side.
https://www.facebook.com/I.mQutePhotography


Come dressed to impress... we hope to see you there! Don't be square!


TIMES:

1:00pm- Jackie and kiddos!
1:30pm-
2:00pm- Alisha
2:30pm- De Mers Family
3:00pm-
3:30pm- Brittany
4:00pm- Lopez Family
4:30pm- Vargas Family

Studio is in Moreno Valley... Clients will be emailed the location address once booked!

See you soon!

Isa

$25 Christmas Deposit thru PayPal below: Deposits are non-refundable. Can be re-scheduled for another session at another time.