Don’t trust this all important event to an inexperienced, part time photographer, or to a high volume, impersonal mall studio. A special event like this calls for a true Master Photographer who knows how to capture your child’s personality and create a First Communion Portrait that will stand the test of time.

Most of us quite simply adore our pets – dogs, cats, rabbits, lizards and birds – all shapes and sizes of pets have the ability to find a place in our hearts. For many of us, the connections we form with our pets, are often the longest, strongest relationships in our lives.  They are our soul mates, our best friends, sometimes even our surrogate children.  What makes these creatures such key members of our families?

Perhaps it’s because our furry (and not so furry) friends have long provided us with comfort, fun, and unconditional love.

They’re loyal, loving, forgiving, sensitive…….and they’re always there when we need a friend.

What better reasons are there to have a professional portrait made of your pet?

A portrait that will live on forever……………

When you have a moment, please call me anytime at 800.646.5812 and

we can go over all of the details on how I can create a portrait of your dog, cat, bird, horse or bunny.

A portrait that I guarantee you will cherish forever.

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While on my run the other day in Corolla in the Outer Banks I once again came upon this tree and just had to pause a moment

and make this image.

hope that you like it

Large families, sometimes with 50 plus members, families of 3 with an infant, and families of all sizes visit our wonderful beaches every year.

Many times this is the first time that they have all been together years, and in some cases it will be the last.

They hire me as their Outer Banks photographer because after see my work on these pages and speaking with me on the phone they know I am the right one.

They know I care, and with more than 30 years experience working with families they trust me to create a portrait for them that will become an heirloom that will be proudly displayed for many, many years.

Careful planning is one of the main differences which separate my work from that of other Outer Banks photographers. I spend time with you before, during, and after the photography, planning everything, to help you learn which clothing is most complementary, how to use make-up most effectively, and what time of the day is best for you to have your portrait created. These are the factors which combine to make your portrait truly outstanding! My clients find this planning very, very helpful.

These are the reasons that I have also been the family and children’s portrait photographer of choice for many years in northern New Jersey.

This image was made at Reeves Reed Arboretum in the beautiful town of Summit. I also regularly work in the towns of Short Hills, Bernardsville, Mendham, Chatham,

Ridgewood, Franklin Lakes and many others.

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I am all about giving back

Are you or your group having an auction, raffle of other type of fundraiser? I can help. Keep me in mind for a complimentary session and portrait to add to your prize list. Call me any time at 800.646.5812 for details. I’ve been told that my portrait gift certificates are very often the most popular item at the event! It is my pleasure to participate in any community gathering.

Or I can create a portrait fundraiser that is tailored to your groups need. A recent project for an 8th grade class netted over $2500 for the group!

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my running streak

and oh yeah, the running streak is still going strong, having not missed running at least a mile every day since December 30, 2005.

( the colonoscopy day was rough – lol )

That’s 2149 days!

YIKES!

myth #1 – All portraits and photographers are created equal!

 Nothing could be further from the truth.  If you’re at all like most people interested in having a family portrait made, you’ve probably had this question going through your mind:  ”How do I choose the right photographer?” In fact, you may even have thought of someone in your family – an uncle, a grandparent, even a friend – who is a bit of an amateur photographer.  Why not just have that person create the photograph of your family?

Question:  ”Just suppose someone were to create the perfect Family Portrait – one where you and your loved ones looked better than ever, happier than ever – a portrait that meant the world to you – What Would That Be Worth?“

No price tag can be put on your family’s memories. They are and always will be priceless.  So, why would you ever want to gamble with those memories?  It’s just a question of whether you believe a portrait of your family could really mean that much to you.

If you were sick, and had to go to a doctor, would you want the “cheapest” doctor, or the best one?  Well, there’s really no question. It’s the same thing with your family’s memories.  You can certainly find a cheaper photographer.

But there are other things to consider than just price…………you have to beware of the fauxtographers, and the newbies in the business, more on that here.

myth #2 – There’s no rush to have a Family Portrait created right now.

  You know how things are. If you don’t pick up the phone right now, and at least call me to chat about your family portrait, you will probably get swamped with other things, and forget all about it.  Then, before you know it, a year – two years – five years have gone by. How different will your family be then?
You see, time is ticking………and it’s never going to stop.

If you are the type who likes to do things right,  call me anytime at 800.646.5812 to chat about having your families portrait made.

I look forward to speaking with you.

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I just love Nantucket

Here’s an image from our most recent visit, hope you like it!

Don’t wait to save the memories that will last a lifetime……….

……………call me at 800-646-812…………my portraits will never grow up

eleven day old Tessa was a dream to work with, so precious…………..

  ………are you, or do you know someone, who is expecting? Call me and I will create images that will save the memories from those special few fleeting days……..cherished images that will last a lifetime………and I will make you beautiful custom hand finished  prints from those images that will be be passed down to future generations.

Don’t trust your families memories to just anyone with a camera……..I have my ten thousand hours in working children and newborns……..you can trust me.

A Professional Business Portrait or Headshot is the best way to make a first impression!

Since today is the first real work day of the year (seems most of us had semi weeks the past two weeks), and while some of you are bummed to be back at work, I’d bet most of us are fired up and ready to go………time to get started on an awesome year! And just like a new clothing or a new haircut makes you feel good, so will a great new professional business portrait or headshot……….and we all know that when we feel we look sharp, we are much better at what we do! When was the last time you had your business portrait or head shot made? Do have “do” that is so 2007? does your suit jacket still have three buttons on it………..perhaps it’s time to do something about that image of yours.

When you hire me, you’re hiring a professional photographer and not just a person with a camera. My professional business portraits and headshots are artfully crafted to help market your business and yourself effectively. Call me. Anytime. 800.646.5812 I’d love to hear from you!

 learn more about my headshots, executive and business portraits.

For a small donation, we took a photo of your pet, or you and your pet, or even just you with Santa and delivered a digital file to all participants.

100% of the proceeds went to Eleventh Hour Rescue

You can see all of the images here

A big Thank You to all who participated!

Every year since 1984 I’ve been trading my portrait sessions for toys – you donate a toy, I photograph your children or family, very simple! A lot of toys were donated by you guys, and many smiles were brought to the faces of children that are not as fortunate as us this holiday season.

 This year toys were donated to the Toys for Tots program, and dropped off at Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, NJ.

Toys For Tots is a Top-Rated Charity
Over 97% of your donations goes to the mission of providing toys, books, and other gifts to less fortunate children.

Less than 3% is spent on fundraising and overhead.

]]> http://blorenz.com/a-great-big-thank-you/feed/ 0 http://blorenz.com/join-me/ http://blorenz.com/join-me/#comments Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:29:37 +0000 b1954l http://blorenz.com/?p=2538 Join me and the wonderful people from ELEVENTH HOUR RESCUE on Sunday, December 16 at PAWS-ITIVE EXPERIENCE in Rockaway, NJ for some Holiday Fun!

I’ll be there taking photos of your pets with Santa – 100% of the proceeds go Eleventh Hour Rescue!

Happy Holidays from Eleventh Hour Rescue! Eleventh Hour Rescue’s 2nd Annual Winter Wonderland On Sunday, December 16th, Paws-itive Experience will be hosting Eleventh Hour Rescue for a holiday event that promises fun activities for the whole family! Join us for our 2nd Annual Winter Wonderland fundraiser from 11am-5pm. Santa Claus will be doing his part to help the dogs of Eleventh Hour Rescue this holiday season. We hope your pets are on the “Nice List” because Santa is stopping by to get his picture taken with all the good little dogs and cats! Bruce Lorenz Fine Photography is donating all proceeds from these professional photographs to Eleventh Hour Rescue! For $10 you will get professional digital prints of your pet with Santa! Photos will be done as walk-ins throughout the event, so stop in with your family and pet to visit the big guy and end up on the nice list! Looking for the perfect present for a friend, family member, or pet? We’ll have local vendors and crafters on hand with a great selection of gifts. Get all your holiday shopping done in one stop. Don’t forget to stock up on some goodies for your dog from Paws-itive Experience! Check out our vendor list- here! Our Tricky Tray baskets also make great gifts- you would not believe some of the things we have, including tickets for the PaperMill Playhouse, a wine and cheese party for 12, Keurig coffee maker, toys for kids, goodies for your dogs, spa services, rounds of golf, gift cards, and much, much more! What holiday is complete without cookies? We’ll have customizable holiday cookie tins, platters, and trays. These treats are guaranteed to be delicious and look great! Your dogs won’t need to miss out on the goodies, either. We’ll have tasty treats for your pooch, too. Pick up some specially made cookies, wrapped in holiday boxes, for your pooch. ALL proceeds from the holiday cookie and dog treat sale go to Eleventh Hour Rescue and with all baked goods made by our very talented volunteers. There is much more in store for this great event, including a tricky tray, paw print ornaments, food and snacks, holiday gift wrapping, and activities for the whole family. Guitarist and singer, Dan Kleinrock, will be setting the holiday tone with live music all day long. Finally, you can give a dog a home for the holidays – we’ll have many dogs available for adoption! Check out the flier here. Quick Links Eleventh Hour Rescue Website Contact Us P.O. Box 218 Rockaway, New Jersey 07866 973-664-0865 Subscribe to Our Newsletter! Please Donate Today! Help Us Help Them! Secure Donations Using PayPal  Do you enjoy a nice glass of wine at the end of a hard day? If so, why not drink wine that benefits dogs and cats who are in need of a home. Our wine will be shipped to your doorstep with personalized EHR labels. 100% of the profits go to help EHR save more lives. As we enter the holiday season, our wines from South America, would make a perfect gift. Visit EHR’s personalized online store to place your order today! Upcoming Events  Pet Photos with Santa Winter Wonderland   11am-5pm   Paws-itive Experience, Rockaway, NJ Cruising with Eleventh Hour Rescue- Bone Voyage  March 3-10, 2013   7 night Western Caribbean cruise on Holland America Check out the itinerary and prices- here  For more information or questions on any of our fundraisers, please contact our fundraising coordinator at fundraising@ehrdogs.org.