king family portraits - knoxville photography

now that i'm done editing holiday sessions it's time to finish up some other projects and sessions.  so i'm finally starting to catch up on blogs here!  so here it goes...

every so often i like to try new places for our sessions… and this just happened to be one of those days!

it was perfect timing, since {quentin} (aka, lil q man) was turning 1 year old!  we met up in {world’s fair park} so we could get some outdoor images but unfortunately the weather was not so pretty.  it was a pretty cloudy day which can be good for lighting, but not so good for pretty blue sky backgrounds!  :\

nevertheless we made it work and the results are amazing!!!!  probably some of my favorite family pictures EVER!

 

i love this little guy!!!!!  now look how excited he was to be given the remote!  i guess it’s the simple things in life that make us this happy sometimes.

then we actually met again on another (thankfully sunny) day at the family farm to test out the ol’ barn… and boy was i happy with those too!!!  :)

 

 

and in case you hadn't noticed... for some reason i just love playing with sun flares in my images.  depending on the image, it can add some edge or even romance.

 

i hope to be taking pictures of this lil’ guy for many years to come!  (ya hear that trent & valerie!!?)

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

christmas photo sessions - knoxville area photography

minimal time.  smallest investment.  remarkable images.  unforgettable gifts.

C h r i s t m a s   P h o t o   S e s s i o n s
Pictures make great Christmas gifts… so get yours… in a snap!


{ $50 }


20-30 minute photography session
up to 5 individuals (each additional person is $5)
8-10 image proofs in both color and black & white
online viewing & ordering gallery
lustre protected professional prints included:
2–8x10s and 2–5x7s

* guaranteed delivery by december 24th *

cd of high-resolution images & copyright release - $15


gifting favorites:
5”x5” hard-cover album (20 pgs) - $50
3"x4.5" magnets - $4.95 each
ready to hang 8x10 standouts - $34

lustre protected professional prints:
16x20 - $36       11x14 - $22
8x10 - $12      5x7 - $8      4x6 - $4
wallets (set of 4) - $4
minis (set of 8) - $4



Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from b real photo!


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b real photo participates in images for a cure – knoxville area photography

as most of you know we participated in {images for a cure} about a month ago.  we had two sessions that day... it was so much fun and I was exhausted by the time we got home!

we were able to give $100 toward the cause and hope to give 5 times that next year!  collectively, all the participating photographers were able to generate over $12,000!!!!

our first session was with our friend whitney and her family.  they were so funny and I had so much fun doing their family portraits.  here are a couple of my favs…

 

 

our second session was with crissy and her fiancé (now hubby!) john.  it was really important to crissy to participate in this event since a very close friend of hers was taken by breast cancer.  so I wanted to make the session special for them as well.  since their wedding was only a couple weeks away I used the opportunity to do their engagement photos.  the results were amazing…

 

 

 

 

 

the great news is that images for a cure will be an annual event!  we are so excited to be a part of this!!

mark your calendars for next year... once the day (in october) is announced we will post this on our websites and blog.  100% of the session fees of the specified day will go to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®.  details on this year’s can be found {here}.  who knows what we’ll come up with next year!

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

senior portraits – anderson county high school - clinton area photography

so if you live anywhere near knoxville, you are probably over the rain.  I know I am!!

I’d scheduled a senior session with a sweet young lady and we had to keep rescheduling because of the weather.  so, as the wonderful marine corps taught me so well… I was ready to adapt and overcome!  haha.  so I came up with some brilliant ideas to do in the rain!  I was so excited.

finally we decided to move forward despite the weather, but she ended up being scheduled to work!!!  argh!!  but being the winner she is, she arranged to take an extended break for us to do a mini session.  we even had her mom keeping us updated on time… “15 more minutes!”… “5 more minutes!”…

I literally snapped pictures until the last minute and we were on our way!  it was probably the most rushed session I’ve ever had but the results are incredible.  obviously esther is photogenic and her sweet personality shows in her images.

hope you enjoy…

 

 

 

 

thanks esther for going out of your way to make this happen!!!  :)

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

p.s. – earn $50 cash with our referral program.  details are {here}.

pink saturday with b real photo - knoxville area event photography

as you know i was privileged to photograph the {Pink Saturday} event a few weeks ago.  this was a great way to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month!

the event was put together by the Franklin Square Merchants Association as a way for every business in Franklin Square to participate in bringing awareness and raising money for both the Knoxville affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Cathy L. Hodges Memorial Cancer Foundation.
 

i literally had sessions before and after the event that day so i dropped by for a couple hours.  it was great meeting all the folks that were generous enough to donate their time, money, and efforts.

we also donated a free session that was given away in the drawing.  looking forward to doing that as well!  :)

below are just a few images from that day... thankfully the rain held out for us!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

i'll be sure to keep you updated on any events like these that we know learn about or are participating in so keep a close eye on our blog!

if you have a charity or fundraiser event that could use our services or a donation for drawings, raffles, or auctions, please do not hesitate to contact us.  while we cannot participate in every event we are happy to help where we can!

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

p.s. - there is still time to help us with {Images For A Cure}!  help us raise funds for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®.  we are accepting donations until oct 18th... do that {here}.

holiday mini sessions - knoxville area photography

 

holiday mini sessions with b real photo are back and better than before!  this time we are lowering the price and including more... all for you!

we are offering these during select weekends now thru november in both tennessee and north carolina.  mini sessions consist of approximately 30-minutes of photography and are designed to provide you images for holiday cards and gifts.  the sessions will include one location, one outfit, and 10-15 proofs that will be available online within two weeks of the session for review and selection.  each family will then have one week to choose and place their order of included items directly thru the photographer.  proofs will remain online for sharing and further purchases.  accessories are welcome - scarves, jackets, boots, the familiar Christmas hat, and more!

$50 session fee includes the following:
- up to 5 individuals (each additional person is $5)
- one 8x10 print with protective lustre coating
- set of 25 holiday cards (choose from our designs)

additional cards can be purchased for $1.00 each
all high-resolution images & copyright release is $15

now that you've got all the info just call 865.765.9544 or email info@brealphoto.com to reserve your spot.  take a look at our website {here} and get in touch soon before our slots are filled!

only $50 and you are set with a beautiful image to display in your home and 25 cards to send to friends and family!
 

(click on the image to view a larger version)

 
suzanne brewer
{ b real photo }


p.s. - you can still earn $CASH$ thru our referral program... get the details {here} before your holiday mini session!

justin + stacy - b real photo - powell area photography

meet justin + stacy.

stacy is a long time friend of my husband's and after we moved to tennessee a year ago we ran into them at walmart, only to discover justin + stacy live only a mile from us!!! furthermore, stacy goes to the same gym as us! i love these "small world" scenarios! :)

we photographed justin + stacy at this abandoned building and cute little downtown area i just love. i think it reminds me of home somehow.

what is neat about this couple is to see the dynamic between them. stacy is definitely the outspoken, energetic, adventurous type while justin is a little more quiet and laid back.

stacy would probably win the award among my clients for having the most ideas for poses. it was hilarious... she even attempted to climb a tree. needless to say, we had a lot of fun that day.

even ended it with our favorite chinese restaurant. doesn't get much better than that! i have a new found love for a certain noodle on the buffet there. haha.

so i'll share some of my favorite iamges from the day with you... enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

an eye opening day

well this isn't my regular kind of blog post... i'm not announcing some exciting promotion or images from a successful session...


i've had an interesting week to say the least regarding my own health.  yesterday i was in quite a bit of pain after having a biopsy on my leg.  sulking in my own pitiful moment i decided to have lunch with my hubby before i headed home to lay down and elevate my leg.


just before i reached my honey i received an unexpected phone call from the area coordinator for an organization called Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep.  she informed me of a family in need of my services.


immediately i forgot my own pain and my thoughts turned to this family that was dealing with so much more than a little pain on their leg.  this young couple had just given birth to twins, a boy and a girl, but their precious daughter had unexpectedly gone to be with Jesus.


as quickly as i could i hobbled my way up to the NICU at UT Hospital.  the moment i stepped into the family's room all my pains were forgotten.

i met the parents, grandparents, and other close relatives.  it was obvious this family was dealing with a lot of grief.  the grandmother was holding this precious baby girl and fighting back the tears.


i sat down and talked to the family for a few minutes, introducing myself and letting them know what to expect from me.  we soon began our own little portrait session, including all the family members and even hospital staff.


i feel so honored that i could be a small part in this family's day of both joy and grief.  the family was incredibly thankful and the nurses were so sweet and helpful.  i was able to capture some truly intimate images that this family will be able to treasure forever.


days like this really remind you of what's important in life.


suzanne brewer
{ b real photo }


p.s. - learn about Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep and help support them by visiting {here}

b real photo gives to east tennessee children’s hospital golf tournament

amazing things keep happening for us... we are so blessed to be able to give, give give!!!

have you heard about the 5th annual fall classic golf tournament to benefit east tennessee children's hospital pediatric intensive care unit?? well now you have!!!

the tournament will be held on thursday, october 1 at willow creek golf club in farragut.

not only is this event hosted by my wonderful employer (claris networks - trust me, your business needs their amazing IT solutions!)... but i am so excited to be donating $600 worth of gift certificates for this cause!!!

tournament registration and the driving range will open at 11am, and tee off is set for 1pm. the entry fee is $150 per golfer or $500 for a team of four and includes green fees, cart rental, range balls, gift bag, tournament t-shirt, luncheon, drink ticket and a chance to win great prizes (like our gift certificates!!).

to become a sponsor or register yourself or your team please visit {here}. you can also rsvp to the event on facebook {here}.

all proceeds will benefit children's hospital's pediatric intensive care unit. for more information, contact bill piper of claris networks at 865.545.5021 or email fallclassic@clarisnetworks.com.


p.s. - with all we have going on, please take part in helping these great causes... {pink saturday}, east tennessee's children's hospital golf tournament, and {images for a cure}


suzanne brewer
{ b real photo }

b real photo is participating in pink saturday! - knoxville event photography

we're at it again!!! this time we will be participating in pink saturday and we are so excited!!!

this is event is being put together by franklin square and will benefit the knoxville affiliate of susan g. komen for the cure and the cathy l. hodges memorial cancer foundation.

here are all the details:

(click on the image to see larger version)

not only will we be providing images of the event as part of our donation but we are also throwing in a {free} session from us for the drawing! you can get your name in the drawing by a donation of $20 or more.

in case you are not familiar with franklin square... the shops at franklin square are located at 9700 kingston pike in west knoxville.

we hope to see you september 19th... come do some shopping and enjoy food and events while giving to a great cause at the same time!!!

p.s. – we have so much going on that you must get caught up on!… learn how we are paying you {here} and find out how to get a free engagement session {here}

suzanne brewer

{ b real photo }

marie's senior portraits - maryville high school

so maryville has again become one of my favorite places to do our sessions.

this was one of the first places i photographed after the move to tennessee because my wonderful friend megan is from there and was kind enough to model for me.

in case you don't remember the session i'm speaking of, you can read the blog about that session {here}.


so here i was again... this time with marie... i can't believe it has been 10 months since i was here!!!

no worries though, i already had a few spots in mind i wanted to be sure to capture...



if you missed my first blog about marie's session you can catch up {here}.


over the past year i’ve been hearing about something called the "green belt" in maryville that was supposedly this pretty park that winds thru the town.

marie and her dad were kind enough to walk us there and it was sooooo beautiful!!! it almost made me wish we lived in maryville!!

the park really does wind thru a big part of the town. it has huge grassy areas, benches, walkways, a stream... it's just beautiful!

so we took advantage of the beauty and got more images there.


i had also asked marie to bring her violin. she had played up until her senior year. looking back on my senior pictures i knew she would one day treasure images that captured something that was a big part of her school years.

so fortunately we had the perfect place to get those violin shots.... a STAGE!!!! right there in the park!!!! oh it was wonderful. :)





so all in all the session was great. marie was a natural.

if you ever have the chance to meet her, or if you know her and have never seen it, have her show you the trick she can do with her eyebrows!!! hee hee.

thanks marie!!


p.s. - be sure to check out how you can get $ paid $ thru our referral program!! all the details are right --> here <--


suzanne brewer
{ b real photo }