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About Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography

Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography is a New Jersey and New York boutique family and children’s photographer based in Fanwood, NJ that specializes in capturing the true sweetness of childhood that can be found in everyday life. “I don’t just aim to make you or your children smile during a portrait session, but also to make you smile nearly every day after simply by glancing at the beautiful prints of your family that will hang on your walls. They’ll make you stop for a moment, take a deep breath, remember that day, and you will smile once again.”

Archive: ‘Seniors’



Edison, NJ Senior Portraits | Bridget {Class of 2014}

Thursday, May 9th, 2013

Edison, NJ Senior Portraits | Bridget {Class of 2014}

Welcome Bridget from Bishop George Ahr High School to the Class of 2014 Senior Ambassadors for Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography!

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Metuchen, NJ Senior Portrait Photography | Emma {Class of 2014}

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

Metuchen, NJ Senior Portraits | Emma {Class of 2014}

Welcome Emma from Bishop George Ahr High School to the Class of 2014 Senior Ambassadors for Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography!

Senior Portraits. Class of 2014. Bishop George Ahr High School Edison NJ.

Emma from Bishop George Ahr High School Edison NJ. Class of 2014

New Jersey Senior Portraits | Seniorologie Styled Session {Vintage Style}

Monday, April 1st, 2013

New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Seniorologie Styled Session {Vintage Style}

The final session to highlight from the Seniorologie Styled ShootOut is our Vintage Style. I had so much fun with this look, especially in the desert!  With all of the old vintage cars around the area, and the long deserted road through our location, it was so fun to photograph this style our chosen location.  But I think I would also have fun with this style and photographing a session at the NJ Shore this summer.  If you also love this look, and would want to do something similar in NJ, then give me a call.

If you are in the Class of 2013 or 2014, now is a great time to book your portrait session, and there is still availability in the Ambassador Program!!! For more details, see the blog post here and call us!

 

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New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Seniorologie Styled Session {Prom Queen}

Wednesday, March 20th, 2013

New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Seniorologie Styled Session {Prom Queen}

Next up from the Seniorologie Styled ShootOut is our Prom Queen.  I just love the red dress with our model’s cool red hair and the adorable crown!  We had a few great props during this session, but these are still styles that can replicated here in NJ as well.  You can bring your prom dress to your Senior Portrait Session or swing by a vintage or second-hand shop to find a beautiful dress just for your session.

If you are in the Class of 2013 or 2014, now is a great time to book your portrait session, and there is still availability in the Ambassador Program!!! For more details, see the blog post here and call us!

 

Scotch Plains NJ Senior Portrait Photographer Styled Session with Prom Queen look

Scotch Plains NJ Senior Portraits on location with antique cars

 

New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Seniorologie Styled Session {School Girl}

Monday, March 18th, 2013

New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Seniorologie Styled Session {School Girl}

During my recent trip to Las Vegas, for the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Conference (WPPI), I attended a Styled ShootOut with a group of photographers from Seniorologie.  We journeyed to a Ghost Town location about 45 minutes from Las Vegas that was out in the desert and felt like photographer’s heaven.  It had old barns, old cars, signs, props and gorgeous scenery with beautiful light.

Today’s blog post will be the first in a series highlighting the different styles we photographed that day!  I absolutely loved this adorable, preppy school girl style complete with the red hat, varsity sweater and fake eyeglasses.  This style could be easily replicated and I’m looking forward to visiting a few vintage shops for ideas for future styled sessions.

If you are a high school junior or senior and want to have some fun with your portraits, then let’s chat about a styled session for your Senior Portraits!

Enjoy!

 

Fanwood NJ Senior Portrait Photographer Carolyn Ann Ryan photographs styled session with a school girl classic look

New Jersey Senior Portrait Photographer | Class of 2014 – Recruiting Senior Ambassadors

Friday, March 8th, 2013

I’m very excited for the upcoming Class of 2014 Senior Ambassador Program.  Are you ready for your REAL high school senior portrait experience?

If you want an opportunity to feel amazing about how you looked in your senior portraits and if you want senior portraits that capture your true personality and  don’t look the same as everyone else’s – then welcome to the Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography’s Senior Ambassador Program!

Our Senior Portraits focus on capturing the real you – different locations, multiple settings, multiple outfits and styles – all customized with you. We want to set a completely new bar for high school senior photography — and this is your opportunity to be a part of it.

And we want you to be a representative for Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography for your high school. Help us spread the word about Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography HS Senior Portraits.   And see your amazing portraits used in our marketing materials for the coming year!

Have questions? Keep reading for answers to some of the most common questions about the program.

Fanwood, NJ High School Portraits

What exactly does being Senior Ambassador or representative mean?

I need high school students in the Class of 2014 (current HS Juniors), that are outgoing, fun and comfortable in front of the camera, and looking to have an incredible experience with their high school senior portrait session.  Modeling experience is absolutely NOT necessary. The goal is to have fun, and create images that show your true personality!

What’s in it for you?

Participants selected for the 2014 Ambassador Program are eligible to receive over $850 worth of products and services, starting with your own custom senior photo shoot.  Want a chance to feel like a model for a day?  We will coordinate hair and make-up for your session as well to enhance the experience and ensure that you do feel like a model for your shoot!

How do I get involved?

High School Senior Ambassador Sessions are available for the following dates during High School Spring Breaks.  Sessions will take on place location at local parks and downtown areas.  Possible locations include: Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Westfield, Summit, Chatham, Berkeley Heights, and Metuchen. I work on location, so all dates are weather permitting.

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Session Scheduling By School

School Name Session Dates
Bishop George Ahr (Edison, NJ) April 3 – 4, 2013
Kent Place (Summit, NJ) March 20 – 21, 2013
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (Scotch Plains, NJ) March 29, 2013
Union Catholic High School (Scotch Plains, NJ) March 29, 2013 & April 3 – 4, 2013
Union County Vocational-Technical Schools (Scotch Plains, NJ) April 3 – 4, 2013
The Wardlaw-Hartridge School (Edison, NJ) March 20 – 21, 2013
Westfield High School (Westfield, NJ) March 29, 2013

 

What if my school is not listed?  

We can still coordinate a session date for you and you can help us start the High School Ambassador program at your school.  Just call us to learn more and we’ll get a date scheduled for you.

 

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to have an amazing, customized portrait session with the opportunity to earn a few perks including prints and a chance to compete for $1000 towards your college education!  To learn more about the program, call me at 908-889-5416 or email carolyn@carolynannryan.com. I’m happy to speak with you and/or your parents about this program, and I highly encourage bringing a parent along for your session. These sessions are lots of fun, and we want your parents to love these portraits too! And there is no minimum order requirement for any of my portrait sessions.

I look forward to hearing from you!!!

Fanwood, NJ Family Photographer | Best of 2012 Portraits Contest – Which is Your Favorite?

Monday, January 14th, 2013

2012 was an incredible year, and I feel honored and blessed to have worked with such incredible clients!

As a fun way to kick-off 2013, I’d like to say thank you to last year’s amazing clients and showcase my favorite images from 2012! But I have found it IMPOSSIBLE to choose my top favorites!

So, I’d love to enlist the help of my clients and their friends to vote for The Best Images of 2012!  Please share this contest with your friends and family, and ask them to vote too! The more votes, the better!

The top images with the most votes will WIN PRIZES, including:

  • First Place:20×30 canvas print
  • Second Place: 11×14 wood print
  • Third Place: DVD Music Video Slideshow
  • And more . . .

WHEN YOU VOTE – YOU ALSO CAN WIN PRIZES. 

VOTE and comment on your favorite image and your name will also be entered for the chance to win a complimentary family portrait session!

Get your vote in soon & tell all your friends!

Click here to vote http://bit.ly/10u7iyW

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Recruiting 2013 Senior Models!!!!

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

I’m very excited for the upcoming 2013 Senior Model Program season.  These senior portraits are going to set a new bar for high school senior photography — and this is your opportunity to be a part of it.

Do you have what it takes to be one of Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography’s Senior Models?

What exactly does this mean and what am I looking for?

I need high school students in the Class of 2013, that are outgoing, fun and comfortable in front of the camera, and looking to have an incredible experience with their portrait session.  The goal is to have fun, and create images that show your true personality! There is a limited number of spots available (only a handful of seniors per school will be selected for the model program).

What’s in it for you?

Participants selected for the 2013 Model Program are eligible to receive over $850 worth of products and services, starting with your own custom senior photo shoot.  Want a chance to feel like a model for a day?  Then we will coordinate hair and make-up for your session as well.

How do I get involved?

The last day to apply to be a Class of 2013 Senior Model is May 21st, 2012.  Don’t miss out on the opportunity to have an amazing, customized portrait session with the opportunity to earn a few perks including prints and a chance to compete for $1000 towards your college education!

To apply, call me at 917-952-4634 or email carolyn@carolynannryan.com.

New Jersey HS Senior Portrait Photographer | Published! {Senior Style Guide}

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Just as I’m expanding to include High School Senior Lifestyle Sessions, one of my sessions has been published and featured on the Senior Style Guide!  I’m so excited about this feature and very happy to share this with everyone.

Details on the Class of 2013 Senior Model Program will be available very soon.  In the meantime, check out Kate’s classic and elegant senior style on the Senior Style Guide here and please don’t forget to show them some love and comment on the post!!

About Senior Style Guide: It is a community of photographers showcasing the latest trends in Senior Portraits. A place that seniors can go to in order to find the best senior photographers in their area.

Thanks so much!  Enjoy!

Staten Island, NY Senior Portrait Photographer | Classic Style – Senior Session

Thursday, July 7th, 2011

Last week, I had an opportunity to spend a few hours with this lovely, young woman. It was my first Senior Session for the Class of 2012, and we had a beautiful day and a great time walking around Staten Island.  We found a bunch of great spots to shoot right in her town and at a nearby park, and I enjoyed talking with her about applying to colleges and her close friends.

I’m looking forward to a few more sessions with the upcoming Class of 2012.  If you know any High School Seniors, please feel free to forward my information and this blog.  This is such an important time in their lives, and a contemporary Senior Session is a great way for parents to capture the true personalities of their children and treasure it for years to come.
 

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