I have seen this quote several places and wish I knew the original source because it is so true. ”When you buy from a local business, you are not helping a CEO buy a third vacation home. You are helping a mom put food on the table, pay a mortgage,
New E-Newsletter! Are YOU on the list?
June 13, 2012
Today I launched volume one of the KJ Bradley Photography newsletter! Hopefully this will be a resource for clients and friends to get inside news about specials in a convenient format. It is short and it will only be sent out periodically so your e-mail box will never be junked
Oh No You Don’t
May 28, 2012
The hardest pictures to take usually involve groups with children ages 2-4. Children alone are easy peasy. Put them in a group with siblings or their family and be ready to hustle! This family’s two little boys are adorable, and completely different. The little one was determined to be independent
A Picture of Optimism and Determination
May 25, 2012
Words cannot express how proud I am of this gorgeous young lady! As a community college student, she was my right-hand assistant. Being the oldest of 6 children in a declining economy, she worked multiple jobs to manage the expenses of education. No matter what obstacle she faced, she
2012 Fun Run for Charities
May 17, 2012
Reach out Rocky Mount’s Fun Run for Charities an annual event that raises money for local non-profit organizations. This year’s run held on May 12 definitely lived up to its name! I was honored to be asked by event organizers to take pictures. The participants were inspirational and the volunteers
The Dancers
May 5, 2012
Let’s face it. I am a natural light portrait photographer. I specialize in capturing people’s beauty, character and personality in photographs that will be special forever. I understand aperture and shutter speed, but I don’t know too much about the technical aspects of pointe and hip hop dance. Many photographers
It’s Time to Hit the Beach!
April 30, 2012
I don’t know about you, but I am ready for sandy toes and salty kisses! Some of my favorite memories are from family time on the beaches of North Carolina and some of my favorite photographs were taken there, too. Now is your chance to schedule your family session at
We Had So Much Fun!
April 22, 2012
It is a great feeling to hear clients say they love their pictures when they see sneak peeks and preview galleries. After all, creating portraits that bring joy to others is one reason I started this business. However, the BEST feedback I get is regarding the experience of the photo
Showing Off
April 15, 2012
Small children often don’t have the patience for to sit and pose for formal portraits. Rather than risking “meltdown” I often structure a session like a play date with formal photos tucked in between lots of fun. Happy children are smiling children, and isn’t that what it’s all about?! This
75th Annual 4H Meat Animal Show and Sale
April 13, 2012
Sometimes I play the role of a professional portrait photographer… seeking the perfect expression, composition, exposure, background, etc. Sometimes I play the role of compulsive, snap-happy Mom with a camera. This week, I was the latter. My boys showed a Cloverbud goat and a lamb at the 4-H Livestock Show
