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does size really matter? | flushmount albums

Derek Lapsley — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:38:01 +0000

I got my first sample wedding album in last week and this thing is awesome! It showcases Nicole and Nate’s gorgeous storybook wedding in Clovis last year on a full 12”x24” flushmount bind. And to top it off, there’s a full bleed metal print (…yes, it’s actually printed ON a piece of metal!) mounted directly on the cover for a contemporary sleek and sexy finish!

There are a near limitless amount of cover and page options that you can choose from but this should give you an idea of what an awesome product and piece of art this is that will be around for generations to come. If you want to check it out sometime, let me know and I’ll make it happen for ya!

P.S. These albums are offered for all of my sessions, please contact me for pricing and further information.

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…just for fun | ashley

Derek Lapsley — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:08:40 +0000

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Ashley with our only goal in mind to have fun and make some killer images together! She was such a cool and fun girl to work with and we had a blast chasing the sun around the city searching for some cool spots… which eventually lead us to a more rural area of town to wrap up with a few smokin’ hot night shots. Ashley, you totally rocked it!! enjoy.

…and a HUGE thanks to Andrew Hunter for coming out and assisting me on this shoot!!

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turn up the volume | the kids international

Derek Lapsley — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:33:43 +0000

Last week I had the pleasure of photographing a kick-ass band based right here in Fresno, The Kids International. We got a bunch of awesome images, too many to share, but here’s a few of my favorites… and be sure to check out their music!!

http://www.myspace.com/thekidsinternational

I also want to give a huge thanks to Jeff Starbuck for taggin’ along and helping me out!

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a battle worth fighting | doylene

Derek Lapsley — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:47:57 +0000

Some of you may recognize Doylene from a family shoot i did nearly a year ago you can find HERE. Same great smile, just a different look! Diagnosed with breast cancer and half way thru treatment I was honored when she asked me to capture a few pictures of her to help document this moment in her life for the future. Doy has been in our family a lot longer than I have and i have a whole new respect for her strength and courage. When looking through some of these images i was overwhelmed with inspiration, uplifted and I hope that they could help others in doing the same.

My Aunt Mickey and Doy for a last picture to wrap up the post!

senior albums anyone?

Derek Lapsley — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:30:20 +0000

I got my first ever senior album in today of the studly Noah… woohoo! I wish i was a better product photographer but believe me when i say that these things are sexy and i wish everybody would get one! Simple, sheek design with a modern look… they are a great way to wrap up an amazing shoot and show off for generations to come!

dont all girls run around in lingire in the woods | boudoir

Derek Lapsley — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 05:30:35 +0000

I do not bring beauty to people’s lives; I, perhaps, draw their attention to beauty which is already there. George Buytendorp

I shot my very first boudoir session this last weekend and I had a blast! I mean… is there anything not to love about it!? I got to shoot with two amazing women, Amy and Heidi, and a huge thank you to Leticia for hooking us up with the makeup and to Dawn for being my assistant for the day. Since these images will be part of a boudoir album I’ll be designing for them, I’m only going to give you a sneak peak at a few of my favorites, not to ruin the surprise for the hubbies. I think this should tie them over until we get the albums finalized ;)

goodbye college, hello future | velma

Derek Lapsley — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:05:07 +0000

Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting a super cool ex-small town girl about to graduate from Fresno State this semester and move on to the bigger and better things of life. We had a blast chasing the sun around and lucked out to have another super cool sky to work with as our canvas. She said she has been a fan of my work for awhile but I think I’m a fan of her’s now because she hit it our of the park in front of the camera for me! Please enjoy.

clouds, sunsets, and balloons | bri

Derek Lapsley — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 06:36:35 +0000

After the recent storm we had this week I knew that I only had a day or two in order to take advantage of one of those skies I was telling you about in the last post. This was put together last minute and luckily Bri was able to get off work in time to give us about a hour before sunset so we had to work quick. I’m sure by the end of the shoot she was glad to get in her car and turn the heater on because it was a little chilly! I shot with a sweater on the whole time :) enjoy!

sheldon the man eating beagle | jerry : alysha

Derek Lapsley — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 03:35:00 +0000

Now I present to you the best man and bridesmaid in our wedding, Jerry and Alysha Jones. They decided that it was time to take advantage of the beautiful blossoming trees right now and I couldn’t agree more. We even managed to get a few with their little pup Sheldon before he went all buck wild crazy puppy as he usually does. They tell me he’s not that hyper all the time but I’m not soo sure that I believe them :)