Kerri Banyas Photography » rock the dress

I am not a writer.

Kerri Banyas — Sat, 08 May 2010 03:02:40 +0000

There was a time when I used to think I was AWESOME at expressing myself with words. This, of course, was BEFORE I had children, and back then, I thought I was AWESOME at just about everything. That’s the fun of getting older…you get to know your weaknesses and how to embrace them.

Do I still wish I had the talent to effortlessly write amazing blog posts that people rush to read because they are hypnotized by my spell-binding words….YES, YES I DO! Does it mean its gonna happen? Not a chance! The truth is, I get easily bored with the process…I walk away too many times and start doing something that requires much less brain power. This blog post alone is going to take me about 5.6 years to complete! Also, in case you haven’t noticed….I happen to LOVE run-on sentences…and I am addicted to exclamation points…and I use way too many periods instead of just starting a new sentence. AHHHGGG!!

Hi, my name is Kerri and I am an editor’s nightmare

On the flip-side, one thing I AM good at is communicating visually…and that is where my love of photography comes in.

Its so wonderful that I can have an amazing job that I am passionate about and that allows me to express myself! I wish everyone could feel that way about what they do…if you don’t, then I highly encourage you to get to know not only the things that ROCK about yourself, but also explore the parts of you that are not so great…There is so much freedom in being completely honest with yourself and loving who you are anyway

Recently, I decided I just HAD to put together a fun photo shoot just for me…so I could be creative and not always stuck in the rut of the business side of things….and guess what?!!! I loved it….even more than I love caramel lattes with whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings on top…yes, it was THAT fun!

Here’s some of the fab professionals that helped make it happen…I just LOVE these wonderful ladies!:

Makeup: Allison Bower

Wedding Gowns: September’s Bride

Flowers:Kathryn Muma of Arrangements Floral

So here’s your challenge for the week: Go out…express yourself…even if you’re scared out of your mind…even if you fall flat on your face…you’ll learn so much more about who you are (or at least you’ll have some awesome stories to tell!) Just be open to who you truly are…and don’t try to be anything you are not….I know in the end you’ll be thankful you did.

oh yeah…and here are a TON of my faves from my shoot…isn’t this model flippin’ gorgeous!!!!

Kyle & Sarah :: Family Session & Rock the Dress

Kerri Banyas — Sat, 01 May 2010 18:50:14 +0000

Kyle & Sarah are 2 of my most fave people, not to mention their daughter, Macy, is the cutest kid EVER! In fact, they are ALL adorable, have a fabulous sense of style & they’re totally up for anything! Who wouldn’t want to photograph them??!! As we planned out the shoot, my mind was swirling with ideas…a record store, a cemetery, and some fab urban spots that I adore…I was in photog heaven, people!!! Their session happened to fall on one of the coldest & windiest days ever (even though 2 days before it was more like summer), but despite the crazy weather …they ROCKED it! Thanks for being so fabulous!

Check out some of my faves:

a little lovin’ in the record store…*sigh*
isn’t Macy the cutest thing ever??!!…and thanks goes to Sarah for the adorable hair-do! Rock it Macy! Thank you to who ever left this random bicycle in the alley….I hope you don’t mind I couldn’t resist! Love this one..they are just dripping with coolness!

urban couture:: class of 2011

Kerri Banyas — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:27:07 +0000

I have completely overhauled my packages & senior website for the class of 2011 and I am so excited to finally share them with you! Check out my new sessions below and don’t forget to visit the newly beautified website here !

I have quite a few more surprises up my sleeves too so keep checking back! Class of 2011 is going to ROCK!

A little Extra 411:

Session fees are due within 5 days of booking

All sessions are shot on-location in and around Grand Rapids & Holland, MI

Your images will be available within one week of your session for proofing. Your gallery will remain active for 7 days (orders must be placed during this time or incur a $50 re-activation fee for an additional 7 days)

Ala Carte prints begin at $25 and all orders will include complimentary digital images for Myspace and Facebook

For more information please contact me by phone 616.299.9551 or email info@taylorgreyphotography.com

Sweet 16 Session!!

Kerri Banyas — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:39:45 +0000

I am now offering Sweet Sixteen sessions! These sessions are designed for girls between the ages of 14-16 that LOVE to rock it out for the camera & to be treated like a princess for the day…complete with professional hair & make-up! What more could a girl want!

Book your session before April 15 and save 15% off the session fee!

Shawn & David :: Rock the Dress

Kerri Banyas — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:40:09 +0000

Shawn & David are not only one HOT couple, but they are also my very dear friends and the fabulous owners of Girlfriends Fit Club in Holland, MI ….so naturally I was excited when they wanted to Rock the Dress! Maybe I am biased, but I think every married couple needs to do this….let’s face it, your dress is too gorgeous to be shoved into a box and forgotten!

Here are some of my faves

Enjoy!