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nFocus Photos is a boutique photography studio located in Crystal Lake, IL that specializes in High School Senior Photography as well as Family and Child Portraiture. If you'd like more information fill out the info request form on this blog or call Nick Porcaro at 815-347-2258.

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Taylor on Ice!!!

Posted By nick on February 20, 2010

This is Taylor who’s going to be one of my Model Reps for the Class of 2011. She’s a hockey player – how cool is that? I went to see her play this morning and was only planning to stay long enough to get a few photos, but ended up staying for the whole game – it was that exciting! It was close the whole way and unfortunately Taylor’s team couldn’t pull it out in the end, but they played so hard. It was great to see a group of kids so passionate about what they do!

If you’re a junior in high school and would like to have nFocus Photos take your Senior Photos this year, it’s not too late to sign up for the Model Rep program. It’s a bunch of fun! Just click on ‘Model Rep application’ above and I’ll get you all the information.

In the Snow with Kaylee!!

Posted By nick on February 15, 2010


This is Kaylee who’s going to be one of my Model Reps for the class of 2011. She loves the snow so I met her today for a short session out at Raceway Park. And guess what! It was snowing!!! It was a new location for me, so we did a little bit of exploring and found a whole bunch of cool stuff to work with including a barn and a bunch of horses.

It was cold out there, so we didn’t go too long, but we ended up with a whole bunch of fun stuff! Here are a few previews…

If you’re a junior in high school and would like to have nFocus Photos take your Senior Photos this year, it’s not too late to sign up for the Model Rep program.It’s a bunch of fun! Just click on ‘Model Rep application’ above and I’ll get you all the information.

Brittnei!!!

Posted By nick on February 12, 2010

Brittnei came in to the studio this afternoon for a Senior Session. She’s a bass clarinet player and brought it along for a few photos which was really cool. She’s also a total stitch and so much fun to work with. We took lots and lots of photos including a whole bunch of her just cracking up. Lots of fun today!

Here are a couple previews from the session…

 

Susie!!!

Posted By nick on February 12, 2010

This is Susie who came in today to take a few photos for her boyfriend. What a great idea! Susie was a little nervous at first, but by the end of the session she was a pro in front of that camera! haha! We tried lots of different things and ended up with quite a few really nice photos. This is a preview from the session…

 

I passed!

Posted By nick on February 11, 2010


I’ve been doing a lot of studying over the last few years and all the hard work finally paid off when I opened a letter from Professional Photographers of America this month telling me I was now officially a Certified Professional Photographer!  Only 3% of photographers nationwide and 50 in the state of Illinois have been certified! To achieve the CPP designation I was required to submit a portfolio of my work to a panel of judges for their approval as well as pass a comprehensive written exam measuring technical expertise. Going forward I’ll be required to renew my credentials periodically by participating in continuing education programs and submitting work for critical evaluation.

What does all this mean to  you, the consumer? Certification helps you assure your photographer is maintaining his or her level of expertise and continuing to develop new skills and techniques that are going to make you look your best! So when you’re out there shopping photographers, make sure to ask them if they’re certified. You’ll be glad you did!

Class of 2011 – Don’t miss out on being a Model Rep!

Posted By nick on February 8, 2010

Class of 2011! The response to this year’s Model Rep program has been incredible! I already have a bunch of great kids signed up for this, but I could use a few more. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Here’s how the program works:

nfocus Model Reps get a free model session in the studio this spring. During this session I’ll be trying out new ideas and backgrounds as well as creating photos for my advertising and promotional materials for the Class of 2011. In other words, you’ll be the first ones from your class getting photographed and your photos will be all over the place!

In addition to the free studio session you’ll also get a discounted or free outdoor, two location Senior Session in the summer. You’ll get free promotional materials featuring your images to pass out to your friends, a slideshow of your photos for Facebook, cash bonuses for referring your friends and the opportunity to earn discounts on your senior photo print order. You’ll also have a chance to win a laptop computer and be among the very first members of your class to have your senior photos featured on our website and in our Facebook marketing. In addition you’ll also receive a free family session that you and your family can use any time before you head off to college.

To qualify you must currently be a high school Junior who wants to have you Senior Photos taken by nFocus photos and you must be willing to promote nFocus Photos to your friends as well as attend a consultation meeting with one of your parents. The meetings will be held in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

To apply, fill out the application below and click on submit. Make sure your parents know you’re applying because once I get your application I’ll be back in touch with you to set up a consultation meeting with you and one of your parents. I’m only going to take a limited number of Model Reps from each school, so apply soon! If you have any questions you can email me or message me on Facebook. Looking forward to working with you!

Take a picture, it lasts longer!!!

2011 Model Rep Application
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New Product Spotlight – Float Wraps

Posted By nick on February 8, 2010

I have one more new product we’ll be offering this year that I want to share with you – Float Wraps!  This is a truly unique way to display images. Float Wraps are similar to Gallery Wraps in that they add dimension by extending out from the wall. They are created by wrapping the photographic print around masonite to create a thin wrap. The print or canvas is protected with a laminate and padding is added between the print and the masonite to give the front of the Float Wrap a raised, elegant look and feel. The back of the Float Wrap is complete with a black paper backing and a black ¾” thick gatorboard block that allows the Float Wrap to extend out from the wall. The back of the block also contains drilled holes for hanging right out of the box.

The final product is beautiful – I can’t wait for you to see them the next time you drop by the studio!

New Product Spotlight – Dad’s Desk and Mom’s Desk

Posted By nick on February 3, 2010

Dad's Desk

Seniors are always asking me what they should get their Dad. With that in mind I created a new desktop composite I’m calling the Dad’s Desk. This 4×12, four image print comes complete with a handsome black frame and is all ready for your Dad’s office desk.

My wife loved this idea, but couldn’t believe I didn’t also have  something for the Moms. So guess what? I also created an 8×8 desktop composite that I’m calling the Mom’s Desk.

Either or both of these desktop composites make a great addition to any package purchase!

Mom's Desk

 

New Product Spotlight – Faces!

Posted By nick on February 2, 2010

nFocus Photos offers a number of different composites that combine multiple images in one framed print.  This year we’re introducing a new composite design we call Faces! It’s an 8×20 black and white print featuring four headshots that comes complete with a black frame. We think Faces! is going to be very popular with both seniors and their parents!!

New Product Spotlight – 5×5 Digital Album

Posted By nick on January 30, 2010

Our new 5×5 Digital Album is a digitally designed album that holds 20 of your favorite images. Printed on a a beautiful heavy stock of paper with a UV coating for added protection, the album also features a custom printed photo cover. This album is perfect for someone who doesn’t have space for our larger Coffee Table Books, but wants something a little more contemporary than our standard leather albums.

Here are a few sample pages from these new albums…