Believe 2011

For the past two years something has been missing, something absolutely crucial that help me succeed not only in my business but in my personal life too: Believing in myself. It sounds silly, right? Not to believe in yourself? But for whatever reason I haven't and it has been dragging me down and holding me back from my full potential, from my authentic self, from true happiness.

Well, this is where it stops. For good. Period.

There is a lot of change happening, a lot of love, a lot of happiness, and a lot of celebration. There is so much to say and I'm not even sure what to say, or if this is the right time. I will explain everything in time, but here is what I am going to say for now.

I am Karen.
I am obsessed with zebras. I am an Apple girl. I love to exercise. I live for God. I love everything Disney. I long for hugs and kisses. I love my family with all that I am. I love the feeling of laying on the beach, the refreshing ocean breeze, the sun warming my skin, and the relaxing sound of the waves crashing. I love to laugh, and laugh, and laugh, and laugh until my stomach hurts. I love happy tears/ I love that I cry a little at every wedding I photograph. I love getting to know and encouraging the high school seniors I meet. I am a photographer, a daughter, a sister, a girlfriend, a granddaughter, a niece, a cousin, a best friend, and that girl that always strives for more. I am a HIPster, a Hallmark alumni. I am a giver. I am in love and falling more and more in love with him every day. I am BELIEVING.

I am a wedding and senior portrait photographer. I am available worldwide. I would love to photograph YOU.

Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Karen Schlink Photography. Welcome to the true, authentic Karen. Welcome to my year of Making Things Happen.

* Thank you to Lara Casey for this photograph & for EVERYTHING.
I can never thank you enough.

NEW! College Headshot Sessions

As you may have noticed, theatre is a huge part of my life. I was involved with my high school's theatre club, WATERFORDrama, all four years of high school and I am still involved in the program. I also have many, many friends who are pursuing a career in the theare world, whether it's acting, directing, or education, and I have photographed their headshots for them.

During Ashleigh's latest session, we got to talking about college theatre students and how they are always in need of new headshots. Unfortunately, a typical college student can't pay $500 for headshots, especially when they will need new ones in about a year. I went home from our session with all sorts of ideas floating through my head. After a lot of brainstorming and research, I came up with a great solution for this predicament...

I am so excited to introduce College Headshot Sessions... with a spring semester special!



Here's the dealio:

Each session includes a two hour shoot with yours truly. You pick the location, three outfits, and bring your best smile. After your session, you will sit down with me and pick out your three favorite shots from your session. I will do any little touch ups you want, make sure the photos look exactly how you want them to look, and then you will receive three high resolution images on a disc for you to keep- that same day! With the disc you also receive a release to print the photographs on your own so you can make prints when you need them and email them as needed, too.

Not comfortable doing a shoot by yourself? Round up all of your actors friends, dancer friends, musician friends, anyone who may need a headshot (remember, not only actors need headshots!) and book a group session. The more friends you bring, the more comfortable you will feel in front of the camera!

The only requirements for a session is that you are a current college student in either an undergraduate or a graduate program and are able to present a valid school ID the day of your session. Being a theatre major or minor is NOT a requirement. Even if you just want headshots for yourself for fun, this session is for you!

And the cost? You get all of this, the session, the images, the release, and the disc, for only $85.00! This price will ONLY be available for this coming spring semester (January 1st 2011 through June 1st 2011), so be sure to book your session TODAY!


So... What are you waiting for?! Spread the word to all your friends and book your sesison TODAY!

For more information, feel free to contact me at karen.schlink@yahoo.com.