It's that time of year where the weather just isn't warm enough to get pictures outside. Of course, you could always chance it, but it's not the best option with little ones or having red noses in your pictures!
I forget to tell people that I have a studio available for pictures. So I wanted to create a blog featuring some pictures from the last year of different clients and sessions. I have multiple backdrops to choose from. I like to keep the backdrops simple and focus on the subjects. I can grab different backdrops or props at anytime, but these sessions give you an idea of what your session could like in the studio!
My favorite thing about studio sessions is that I know they are going to be great pictures! The hair isn't blowing around in the wind, I have great lighting, the eyes pop, and there are less distractions for the kiddos to look at! Squirrel!!
Here are a few pictures with various backdrops.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an indoor session, message me today!
Bobby & Melody
November 17th, 2018
I've been photographing weddings now for 4 years and I've always wanted to capture a wedding in the church that I grew up in and was also married in! I finally got to do that this weekend! I grew up in Placid, IA and it's really not on the map, but the church and surrounding area is beautiful and worth the drive!
St John's church was the perfect place for Bobby & Melody's wedding! Let's be honest, as a photographer, the white walls and frosted windows are a dream!!
Can we just talk about how gorgeous Melody is?! Her veil was amazing and the flowers were to die for!!
I couldn't decide if I liked this picture better in color or in black & white, so here is both!
Check out these beautiful ladies with Bobby!!
Bobby & Melody's Family!
I decided to grab the details just moments before the ceremony started and laid them on top of one of the bridesmaids fur shawls!
The whole gang!
Bobby's Family
The Whole Coyle Family!
Another one I couldn't decide if I liked it better in color or black & white, so here is both! :D
Kennedy wanted to tell everyone Thank you too!! She may have hid behind the curtain afterwards and was singing into the live microphone! She was so sweet!!
Out of all the weddings that I've photographed this year, this was a first! Bobby sang to his new wife!
I love being able to end the night with a group shot on the dance floor!
Thank you Bobby & Melody for trusting me to capture your day! I had a blast!!
Bride's Bouquet: Kim's Kreations, Epworth, IA
DJ: Excel Entertainment
Caterer: The Barn, Sherrill, IA
Ceremony Location: St. John's, Placid, IA
Reception Location: Farley Memorial Hall, Farley, IA
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She needs to be a model, luckily, I snagged her as one of my models for the Class of 2019!
Brianna told me that she wanted something different than everyone else but still wanted a street/industrial feel to her pictures. We started off by parking by the Fenelon Place Elevator and just walked around downtown! We found so many amazing locations that were different, full of color, and totally unique for Brianna! Did I mention the colors? The paintings in downtown Dubuque are amazing and we have some very talented artists in our area!
Check out some of her awesome pictures!!
I bring along a few jackets to spruce up some outfits for all of my senior gals! I totally think it worked in this setting to throw on the jean jacket!
Oh and hats! I have a slight obsession with big hats! I don't wear them myself, but I have them for my girls and everyone rocks them! I love them!! It changes up the outfit and adds a lot of spunk to the photos!!
Don't be afraid to show off those muscles! Strong women can conquer anything!!
]]>This year is going to be the best year yet! This year, all of my girls are going to get a little pampering done prior to their session! Hair & Makeup is included in your session!! Say what?! I'm partnering with The White Loft Salon in Peosta, IA!! I am so thrilled to be including this in every session!
2019 Seniors, this is your time to shine and it's all about you this year and your senior pictures should reflect that!
Message me today about getting your session scheduled! I won't have many spots available, so book asap!
You can reach me via email, Instagram, Facebook, or the old fashioned way via the phone!
Allison Corbin
563.581.3884
www.facebook.com/capturedbycorbin
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Calling Senior Representatives from nearby high schools!
I am looking for a few more representatives from Western Dubuque, Beckman, Cascade, Hempstead, Senior, & Wahlert.
Senior representatives will have 1 small session to capture some pictures for advertising this spring! Looking at April to capture these sessions! Additional sessions will take place later in the summer or fall!
Each representative will receive a $100 gift card for every 5 completed referrals!! This gift card can be from wherever you like!
Senior Girls:
$599
Hair & Makeup Included with The White Loft Salon
2 hour session
Sessions begin at Captured by Corbin Studio, South of Epworth
Locations will be discussed prior to session
USB included with professional edited digital images
Print release included
Senior Guys:
$499
2 hour session
Sessions begin at Captured by Corbin Studio, South of Epworth
Locations will be discussed prior to session
USB included with professional edited digital images
Print release included
Engagement Session
Grant Park, Galena, Illinois
It was a warm Monday evening in May as we headed to Grant Park for Sam + Katie's engagement session. Katie wanted lilacs incorporated in her session, but we were about 3 days too late and most of them were past their blooming stage. I had a few I was able to pull from my lilac bushes from home to put a small bouquet together. Besides the bugs eating us alive, it was a wonderful session! We finished just in time to leave the park before a big storm came through! It's all about timing! I had to wait the storm out at Culver's in Galena before heading home! But I did enjoy some ice cream while I waited!
Good evening everyone!
As I prepare for the Annual Dinner for the Dyersville Young Professionals, I thought I would send some tips regarding professional headshots. This may be old news to some, but to others who have never had a headshot taken, this may be some great information.
Our annual dinner will kick off at 5:30 with cocktails. As soon as you arrive and sign in, you will have the chance to have a headshot taken to use for business or personal use. This is a $75 value, free to our members of the Dyersville Young Professionals and their guests!
Here are some tips to help you get ready for your headshot on Thursday night:
- Avoid big prints and patterns such as stripes/lines in clothing
- Make sure that clothes are fitted properly
- Match your personality and line of profession; if you work for the bank, dress up a little more than you would on a normal work day (suit jacket, button down shirt, etc)
- Choose a color that complements you, watch for colors that may be too bold or washes you out
- Ladies make sure you have hair and makeup done, natural looks best
- Keep jewelry simple so that it does not distract from your face
- Remember to have a great attitude and always bring your best smile!
- It is recommended to have headshots done twice a year. If your headshot has not been updated recently, now is the time to do this! (I’ll admit, I am one of them!)
I hope these tips help and I am looking forward to seeing everyone and capturing some awesome headshots!
Allison Corbin
Marketing Chair – Dyersville Young Professionals
Owner/Photographer Captured by Corbin Photography
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Here are a few of the photos from Alivia's birthday!
Miles Driven: Over 6,000
Weddings Photographed: Over 13
These are all just numbers to my most successful year in photography. I can’t thank my clients enough! Seriously, you are all amazing and I can’t find the words to describe how awesome this is! I’m still in shock that I get to do something I love every single day!
Captured by Corbin Photography has had a phenomenal 2016. I've taken on so many extra challenges this year and I could not have done it without the love and support of my husband and family.
It can be tough as a photographer to keep up with the business. There are so many great photographers and so many great talents out there that it's hard not to compare work and have doubts. I have always been my toughest critic, but the only photographer I can compare myself to is myself from when I started out.
I've captured a lot in 2016 and I have many clients to thank for putting their trust in my creative hands!
2017 will bring on a lot more challenges, a lot more adventures, and a lot more exciting things to be announced. I will be running some awesome specials and I can't wait to share some surprises for the upcoming year! Stay tuned! Until then, check out some of my favorites from 2016!
Thank you everyone for supporting Captured by Corbin Photography, LLC.
Best wishes to everyone for a wonderful, joyous, and blessed 2017!
Allison
We started the day off at Ultimate Impressions Salon in Peosta, IA. I was able to capture some shots of the amazing dress and details.
Now we are off to the first look with the bride and groom! We all packed up in my minivan and headed to the beautiful Divine Word College Seminary in Epworth. (One of my favorite places of all time!)
I don't think Josh's smile could get any bigger!
Just kidding! His smile does get bigger at the sight of his beautiful bride! I love it!! :D This was the BEST first look ever!
Did I mention that this was the BEST first look ever?! I couldn't stop smiling! These two are SO lovely!
Now for some glamour shots! This is where I get to have some fun!! And of course, I played with Charissa's gorgeous veil!
Now, it's time to party!!
Please don't hate me, Josh! But, I LOVE this picture! You guys nailed it! :D
To the reception!!
A beautiful ending to a beautiful day!
Thank you so much for letting me help you capture the next chapter of your story!
Allison
Captured by Corbin Photography, LLC.
]]>We scoped out a couple areas in the Millwork district and had some pretty good luck with our locations! I can't wait to finish working on the rest of the pictures!
I absolutely LOVE these two! We had a blast capturing their engagement pictures! It only took two tries, but I think we totally scored with some awesome pictures!
We started off at Eagle Point Park and we were so hopeful that the weather was going to cooperate! Well.... we were wrong! About 20 minutes into our session, dodging a few sprinkles, and keeping Jessica's long blonde hair out of Adam's mouth; we decided we should probably reschedule!
1 week later, we headed to the Millwork District and we mixed things "UP" a little bit. A majority of our pictures were up a level or two or 7! The parking ramps in the district are my favorite spots! Dubuque has done an amazing job with the Millwork District!
So here are a few of my favorites! It was hard to choose!
Enjoy the pictures and I am so excited for October 1st when they say "I DO"!!
I love this family! Mike, Samantha, my husband (Nathan), and I all go way back. Like way back from high school! I'm don't want to share how long that has been because it's scary how fast time flies!
I am so, so, so, so happy for these two expecting child #2. It will change your world even more than you thought! Our second did that and I wouldn't change it for the world.
This session went so much better than I originally planned, the sun was perfect, the grass was perfect, the poison ivy only caught me once! I am so happy with these images!
I am so excited to meet your new little one in just 1 short week! Good luck with everything Mike, Samantha, & Ryan!
It seems a little early to start thinking about High School Senior and Graduation pictures! I mean, they are only Juniors and we have until Late Fall of their Senior year to get the pictures done, right?! Right! However, if you want beautiful scenery, great weather, and sun kissed skin, the time to get your High School Senior pictures taken is now!
Last weekend, April 16th, the weather was absolutely perfect! Heck, it was almost too warm! Allison Coyle, her mom, and her aunt, joined me in the Millwork District and at the Mines of Spain to capture some stunning pictures for her high school graduation. Allison will be a Senior next year and was excited to jump on as one of my Senior Representatives! I was the lucky one, because she does not take a single bad picture! We tried for some "serious" poses and laughed because it was near impossible to see Allison without a smile!
Here are some of the pictures we captured last weekend! It was extremely difficult to narrow them down and I will be working on more!
If you are interested in setting up your session, get a hold of me today!
Allison Corbin
Captured by Corbin Photography
www.capturedbycorbinphotography.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/capturedbycorbin
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