Merry Christmas

Pierre, Charlie and the rest of the Paltrineris wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Finally Snow - Winter Photography

Finally Snow!!!
Photography in the winter poses a few challenges.
Check out my newsletter, on Winter Photography
at http://tinyurl.com/winterphotography
It is a little dated, with references to film, remember that?
But everything else holds true.
You do not want condensation on your sensor.
I would not change lenses outside, to reduce the possibility of condensation on the sensor.
If this happens
DO NOT WIPE IT OFF!!!!!!!!
Bring it inside to evaporate the moisture. It may require having it professionally cleaned.

Support Toys for Tots at Gene Paltrineri Photography

Support Toys for Tots with a donation at Gene Paltrineri Photography

Donate a new, unwrapped, toy(s) value $25 or more and receive $50 credit towards your portrait order.

Six Ways to Save at Gene Paltrineri Photography

1. Join the Family Plan/Kids Club— Free sessions, 25 free holiday cards per year and 10% off portrait packages ($150 value per year min.)

2. All future and past Wedding couples receive one free portrait session plus 25 free Holiday cards per year. ($150 value)

3. Twenty five free Holiday cards with all wall portraits (11x14 or larger)

4. Military Families receive a complementary portrait session and one 11x14 print ($300 value)

5. Refer a Friend and receive a $50 Referral bonus

6. Pre-Pay Gift Certificates—Save 10%

Jennifer's Family Portrait

It was great seeing Jennifer and Fran again for their first Family portrait. We had the pleasure of photographing their wedding two years ago.

To see more images from their session go to: http://tinyurl.com/jenniferr

The password is their last name.

Thank you Fran for your service to our country, home after several tours.

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Family Plan Specials

Save at least $100 on on every portrait session at Gene Paltrineri Photography by simply joining the Family Plan.
With the Family Plan you receive:
1. Unlimited portrait sessions with no session fees ($100 savings each)
2. Twenty five Holiday cards Free, each year ($50 value)
3. Special discount packages
4. Free Newsletter with tips on improving your own photography and specials

To qualify for the Family Plan simply:
-- be an existing client with at least two previous sessions
or
-- be a couple who we have photographed your Wedding
or
-- be currently in the Kids Club
or
-- Join with a one time fee of as little as $250 and receive a package plus enrollment

Call/email today to enroll and sign up for the free newsletter.

Holiday Card Special

25 free Holiday Cards
with any wall portrait
(11z14 and larger)

Amy's Holiday Portrait Session

It is a pleasure seeing Amy every year for her Holiday Portrait Session.

We had the honor of capturing their Wedding day, a few years back, and they have come back every year for their Family Portrait.

To see more of their images go to http://tinyurl.com/AmyMcC

Their password is their last name.

Military Family Portrait Special

Give your Military Family friends a gift they will cherish a lifetime. A Family Portrait by Gene Paltrineri Photography.
In appreciation for their service, we offer a complementary introductory Family Portrait and a free 11x14 print to any Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, or retired US Service family. (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard)>
Simply forward this message to all your Service family friends. (Valid to new clients)**

Boston Strides a Success

I had the honor to be the official photographer, for the third year in a row, at the Boston Strides, Breast Cancer event at the Esplanade in Boston today.

40,000 walkers participated to support the American Cancer Society's fund raiser to fight Breast Cancer. Over 3.2 million dollars was raised, making this the largest, and oldest running Breast Cancer event.

To view , and download images of the over 150 teams I photographed, go to: http://www.bostonstrides.smugmug.com/

Dover Apple Harvest Day Festival a Success despite the Weather

A "little" rain could not drive away the crowds at the Apple Harvest Day Festival held in Dover NH today. Although not as crowded as past years with sunny weather, many visitors came to see, and enjoy, the festivities ranging from Arts and crafts, Music and Dance, Rides, Food, Vendors and non-profit organizations. The event showed the true spirit of New Englanders, where a little moisture couldn't dampen spirits.

Devan's Senior Portraits

Devan visited today for her Senior portraits. Mention her name and you will receive $25 off your portrait session.

Charlie

Meet Charlie, a new member of our family that we recently adopted from the Cocheco Valley Humaine Society. He is an Austrailian Cattle Dog mix. What a colorful character

Jared's Senior Portraits

I had a great time photographing Jared's Senior portraits. Mention his name and receive a $25 discount on your session.

Black Belt Academy Family

The Christie family train at Matt Randall's Black Belt Academy. Mrs Christie is an instructor at the Stratham Dojang

Mallory's Senior Portraits

What a nice young lady. Mallory will go far.

Aaron's Senior Portraits

It was a pleasure meeting Aaron at Fort Stark for his senior portraits.

Mention his name and receive a $25 credit towards your Senior Portraits.

John's Senior Portraits

It was a pleasure photographing John at our studio and downtown Dover.

Mention his name and receive $25 credit at your Senior Portrait session.

Marc's Family Reunion

Family reunions are a great time to get a family portrait.

The Producers at Hackmatack Playhouse

I had the pleasure of photographing "The Producers" at the Hackmatack Playhouse, Berwick Maine.

A thoroughly enjoyable presentation, playing until August 29.

Lucas' Family Portrait

Family portraits are always fun at the beach. We were happy to capture Lucas' family at their place at Wells Beach.

Cocheco Valley Humane Society Family Portrait Benefit

"Mystery of Edwin Drood" at Hackmatack Theater

I had the pleasure of photographing the dress rehersal of "Mystery of Edwin Drood" at the Hackmatack Theater, Berwick Maine. Fun program.

Family Portraits for Military Families

In appreciation for their service to our country

Gene Paltrineri Photography offers a complementary portrait session and one 11x14 family portrait

to all Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force and Coast Guard,

Active duty, Guard and Reserve service families.

Green Mountain's Review publishes poetry by Marc Paltrineri.

We are proud to note that our son, Marc, has a poem, "Now You Don't" published in the Green Mountains Review.

Matt Randall's Black Belt Academy Awards new Black Belts

I was happy to recently earn my Black Belt in Tai Kwando.

Awarding the belt were 6th degree Black Belt Master Randall and 4th Degree Black Belt Master Linquist

Best Portrait Award

I am pleased to announce that I received the Portrait Court of Honor, in the Master Photographer division of the New Hampshire Professional Photographers print competition

Noble HS Ambassador

It was a pleasure photographing Jordan as a 2010 Senior Ambassador at Noble HS.
Mention her name and receive a $25 credit towards your session.

Sarah Performs with the Portsmouth Symphamy Orchestra

What a delightful afternoon, and early birthday present, listining to my daughter play with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra at the Music Hall in Portsmouth.

Spring at Last!

We have not seen the bare ground, in our yard since just before Christmas and FINALLY a spot cleared, next to my house and there was our first Crocus.

Cocheco Humane Society supported by Gene Paltrineri Photography

Adopt a pet from the Cocheco Humane Society and you will receive a complimentary portrait session and an 11x14 print of your new family.

Preparing for your Business Portrait Published on EzineArticles

We are happy to announce that an article I wrote, "Preparing For Your Business Portrait" - has been accepted and published on EzineArticles.com:

http://ezinearticles.com/?id=1949887

I am also happy to announce that I was awarded Expert Author status

Welcome Pierre

We are happy to welcome a new member of our family.

We recently adopted Pierre from the Cocheco Humane Society.

Seacoast Local meets at Portsmouth Gas Light Company

The Portsmouth Gas Light Company and Optima bank hosted a very informative meeting of Seacoast Local tonight. Discussed were the "Think Local First" movement and the upcoming "10% Shift" campaign.
Seacoast Local Inc., is a grassroots not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting community involvement in local business, agriculture, arts, and culture, the environment and civic life in the Seacoast region of Southern Maine and New Hampshire.
For more information on Seacoast Local, check out their website
http://www.seacoastlocal.org/

PPA National Convention

I had a great time volunteering again this year at Imaging USA, the PPA National Convention. I was fortunate to have two images hang again this year. This was my favorite, "The Smoker".

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

I was "working" but had a fantastic time celebration the New Year at the Portsmouth Gas Light Company, at their "White Party". Everyone wore white and part of the proceeds went to a local charity hEAT, which provides heating fuel to local needy families.