NBA Bound

Brian Jennings came to us for his senior portraits as he is one of Grandview High Schools finest upcoming graduates! He has not only been successful in his education through the challenges of A.P. courses, he has also been the person everyone likes to be around! Brian has tremendous ambitions and nothing stands in his way. Whether he is taking on musical endeavours with the trumpet in the Grandview Marching Band, or if it's setting goals to become a success in the world of sports medicine, Brian is someone who will leave his mark wherever he goes! 

We wish you all the best and know that you will make your dreams come true Brian! Don't stop pushing forward with your pursuits and it will be no time at all that we will see you on the sidelines of the NBA as a Kinesiologist!

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Congratulations Chase!

While the School of Mines, Holy Cross and Harvard University have expressed interest in him as a student-athlete, Chase will also be presented as one of the Young Men of Distinction of Denver for "Le Bal De Ballet" in 2017. 

We are proud just to know Chase Hansen and look forward to the achievements he will be tackling next! We wish him the best as he completes his senior year and moves on college and would like to extend our thanks for choosing us to be his senior portrait photographer!

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In 2017, one of Denver's brightest will be graduating from Heritage High School. Chase Hansen is not only a member of the National Honor Society, but he is also a very talented athlete leading the Heritage Varsity Football team as Quarterback for the third straight year! With his tremendous talent and knowledge of the game, he assists at the Junior Eagle Football camps at Heritage High School and volunteers for the Heritage Unified Eagles. This is a great program that breaks down barriers by combining Special Olympic athletes with general education students on the same team for sports training and competition. 

Chase has accomplished so many incredible things thus far in his high school career that it begs the question 'what's next'?

Jump Start Your Dating Profile

When it comes to an online dating profile, photos are what matters more than anything else.

The photos you choose for your profile deserve careful consideration. They can influence your experience in extremely positive ways if you select specifically cropped images that are in focus and properly lit.

Bring outfits and items to show your hobbies, interest and your sense of humor. Plan on spending 1 hour being photographed and selecting your top 4 unique images. Your selections will be properly sized, cropped and emailed directly to you for your dating profile use.

Contact us today to set up your dating profile photo session! http://www.bettingerphoto.com/contact/

Graduation Ceremonies at the Ritchie Center Participants!

Congratulation Class of 2016!

Bettinger Photography is offering a limited time only graduation special for the graduates celebrating their commencement ceremony at the Ritchie Center. This includes the graduates from:
Cherokee Trail High School
Eaglecrest High School
Gateway High School
Grandview High School
Kennedy High School
Overland High School
Rangeview High School
Smoky Hill High School
South High School
DU Strum College of Law

Since Bettinger Photography is located just South of the DU Campus and the Ritchie Center, we will be offering family and graduation portraits in your full regalia on your graduation day. By Choosing us as your graduation photographer, you will have the opportunity to fine tune your look and have more images to choose from PLUS we can include your family!

What you get: Photo Session, Online Viewing & 1-5x7 Portrait
Fee: $59
Length of Session: 15 Minutes

Only Available Dates:

Saturday May 21, Tuesday May 24, Wednesday May 25, Thursday May 26, Friday May 27 & Wednesday June 1.

Then on graduation day, arrive at our studio with your immediate family 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Check your hair and makeup and let our professional photographer create a lasting memory!

Contact us today to schedule your portrait session on the day that you will remember forever with the help of Bettinger Photography!

Class of 2016 Artstrips are available!

When we look at our graduation, whether it long ago or yet to come, we seem to think of it differently. If it was a time years ago, we reminisce. But what of the thoughts of a graduation in the very near future? It's important to remember how special this time is in a young person's life but it's also important to find ways to keep this moment in time alive and fresh in our minds for the years ahead. These don't have to break the bank and they certainly don't need to something that won't be valued in the future. Sometimes, we can allow ourselves to do that one extra thing in a moment of time that we look back on and are extremely thankful that we 'indulged' just a bit.

The Class of 2016 is graduating in only a couple of months. Senior portraits have already been taken, plans for the future have already been set in motion as the last stretch in high school is coming to an end. This is a time of celebration in a young person's life and it is only that much more special when friends and family can enjoy the moment with the soon to be graduates. This time next year, the graduation from high school will seem like such a distant memory only because the next 12 months will be some of the most trying, and exciting times for young adults and their families. That doesn't mean that this moment should fade. This moment should be embraced and remembered so what better way than to do just that than with some of Senior Pix by Bettinger Photography's fun and unique mementos?!

We are happy to announce that we are offering our graduation artstrip for the Class of 2016! This is a unique and savvy way to keep this moment alive through the craft of photography. The artstrip comes framed and ready to hang on the wall, sit on the mantle or stand strong on your desk at work. We will use four pictures from your senior portrait session and will put them all together for this spectacular "collage style" memento!

Contact us today to inquire about the graduation artstrips that we offer. One of our very friendly and professional team members will be happy to speak with you about these fantastic treasures!

Phone Case Sale

For a limited time only, Bettinger Photography is offering Phone Cases.  Use this chic protective cover as a frame for your portrait and carry it with you every day!

But hurry!  This sale won't last long.

Your image is printed on a metal cover, then inserted into a white, clear or black case. Replacement panels can be ordered for the option to switch out the image every day. Available for iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, and iPhone 6; as well as Samsung Galaxy S3, S4, and S5. Sale valid while supplies last on models:  Galaxy 3S, 4S, iPhone 5, and 5c.

Plan ahead for Graduation, Mother's Day, Father's Day.

Only $38 for a unique custom photo case.  
Additional photo panels are $10.

Value Package: Photo case and 6 additional panels only $68

One way to help land that job you've been dreaming of!

Recently, Colorado's economy has grown so much that there are a lot of potential employment opportunities out there. Along with this comes great competition as a candidate. This is extremely frustrating and highly discouraging especially for professionals who may be switching careers or perhaps recent graduates looking to start their career. The Denver Post did a great article (www.denverpost.com/recommended/ci_13735365) that answered a lot of questions that often time we start inquiring about while on the hunt for that perfect position somewhere great.

"Why aren't I getting any responses from my resume"? "What can I do to stand out from the crowd?" "What are my chances of being hired for this position?" All of these are normal questions that most people start asking themselves. What's dangerous is when we start doubting our talents and abilities. This can come at different times for everyone and if you're lucky, then you may not have these questions come to mind. For those who aren't so lucky, it's really important to try starting out on the right path with the increasingly difficult fight to land the position you're going for. This can happen in several ways but the most important way is to stand out from the competition allowing the spotlight to shine on you and what your can offer the company you're applying for. Having a perfect resume isn't enough anymore. They simply get washed out in the hordes of seemingly endless emails that recruiters and hiring managers are sifting through. Cover letters are great but the same issue tends to happen with them as well; they seem to just blend in too much with the others. So what can you do?

Believe it or not, a lot of recruiters have taken the path of social media and are actively looking for the candidates that would best fit their needs for the company. Sites like LinkedIn are incredibly powerful platforms for professionals who are either actively seeking a position or looking to keep an online resume "live" to continuously build upon. This seems great right?! Well it is, but when searching for candidates, a recruiter is going to be drawn to profiles because they stand out. In today's day and age, our society is comprised of highly visual people, therefore having a professional business headshot will set you apart from the others. This isn't something that will land the position for you as your skills, abilities and training are often what influence a recruiter to reach out to a potential candidate. However, your image says A LOT about how you are. It speaks volumes towards character and professionalism. Having the right professional portrait, can be the tool you need to stand out! That's the goal. That should always be the goal when looking at the job front! 

Bettinger Photography is aways able to help with a high quality, professional photograph! Give us a call  so you can focus on the rest! You don't need to worry about grabbing attention on websites like LinkedIn as long as you have done your part and allowed us to do ours for you!

Need a little publicity boost through imagery?

Look no further! We can help with publicity headshots and group photographs of you and your team! With different options to choose from, we can host your team at our studio for the session or gladly come to your place of work to capture a more authentic environmental portrait. These can be very simple setups and can take very little time to achieve or they can be more elaborate breakdowns for larger teams. Business photographs truly can assist in your promotional efforts as the pictures you will receive can be used in so many versatile ways that will help you stand out from your competition.

Start making the connection with your customers now by contacting us to schedule your publicity headshot!

Spring is coming

With Spring right around the corner, it is a great time to schedule a session for the kids. The spring growth will be coming in and the weather will be warming up so it's a perfect opportunity to capture how cute the kids are right now. They grow up so fast that by waiting to photograph them, an opportunity could be missed. 

Don't wait to contact us to schedule your session as this really is a wonderful chance to get some truly remarkable photographs of your children that you will cherish for years to come!

Business Headshots that will help you stand out!

If you already have one, take a look at your headshot, then take a look at some of your competitor's. If your competition doesn't have one, then you are already ahead of the game simply by considering this as a possibility. If they have publicity portraits posted on their website, you may notice some differences. Perhaps you're able to identify the quality differences in the photography, or maybe their pictures depict an action or environment that is more revealing of the industry than yours does.

To have a business portrait or team photograph that stands out, you need to be aware of your competition's marketing strategy. In large part, the strategy will most likely include pictures that tell a bit of a story abut either the person in the portrait, or the company's culture, or any number of different things. It's very important for you to be seen by your market in a manner that is most suited for you to have successful headshots. What kind of industry are you in? Does a studio portrait break the "norms" that others in your industry have established? Is breaking those standards a good idea? Would you rather be seen at your desk than seated and posed? These are all questions that are important to consider when making your decision to schedule a session for your publicity portraits. 

The last question you should ask yourself is "who is the best photographer for me?" That's a very important question as you could call nearly any photographer listed on an internet search but is that the smart decision? Most likely, it isn't the right decision. You may find great deals out there which have tremendous 'curb-side appeal' but does that photographer have the necessary skills and equipment to provide you with the portrait you want/need? The most common answer is no. Most photographers that you can find in search engine results cannot give you the same care and attention as a professional studio like Bettinger Photography. Making sure that you look at the photographer's portfolio. Does their website work well and is it responsive? Is their website updated often with new looks showing that they care enough about their clients to not only follow the most common trends but also lead the way by setting new trends? 

Bettinger Photography is a family owned studio that has been the best professional portrait studio for over 55 years. Our experience and our knowledge of industry portraits is unmatched in Denver as we have dedicated ourselves to not only build this eputation but also maintain it throughout the test of time!  Contact us today to talk about what your needs are for business headshots and how we will be able to be the most help for your marketing needs possible!

"Senioritis"

Graduation is so close, you can taste it! It's the final stretch before your last high school finals! You're probably ready to throw all your papers from the roof and hit the door running!

While this is such an incredible time in your life, it can also be a little stressful too. Don't let the stress get to you as you have completed so much and are so close to graduating from high school gearing up for the next big step in your life. Let us help check off something from your list, graduation announcements! It's coming faster than you may realize and if you don't act now, you could miss an opportunity to save a lot of money and some incredible photographs that will help you celebrate with your friends and family!

Right now, Senior Pix by Bettinger photography is offering a great special! For only $25, you can have a full portrait session that can symbolize your thoughts and feelings about this momentous time in your life! The image(s) that you select can be used for your graduation announcements, thank you cards, or even just to have prints of, to give to friends and family! Naturally, we would be more than happy to help you with creating your announcements with your senior pictures that you captured at the beginning of the year so really, there's not any more reason to wait! 

Call us today to talk about your options and we will gladly help cover this part of graduation so you don't have to worry about it anymore!

It's Game Time!

As all of us in Denver wrap up another work week, we don't head into this weekend for just another weekend waiting for more snow, we go into this weekend ready for history to be written. This Sunday, all of us at Bettinger Photography will be with our friends and family cheering on our very own Denver Broncos in Superbowl 50! We love our home team and we love that some of our clients are as enthusiastic as we are!

We want to wish our best to those traveling for the game. We especially want to wish the Denver Broncos good luck this Sunday in what could be one of the greatest games of the season. With Payton Manning leading the charge into Superbowl 50, we anxiously await to celebrate a hopeful win!

"Who Am I" Limited Edition Session

You captured those childhood years on camera and now the years are rushing by.  Pre-teen years are an exciting time of life which should be captured before you blink and miss it.  Let's face it, many tweens don't want to pose for Mom or Dad and selfies, are, well, selfies.    

A tween portrait is about capturing the everyday actions or hobbies of 11-13 year-old girls and boys, representing them in the way they see themselves.  What better way to build confidence at such a fragile age than with a professional portrait experience to celebrate THEM.

Bettinger Photography is happy to announce this "Who Am I" Limited Edition Session designed specific to capture this transition in your son or daughter's life! Schedule now so you can not only take advantage of the special $25 session fee, but you'll also get 10% off portraits!

You're almost there!

It's that time! You're almost done with High School! Let us here at Bettinger Photography wish you congratulations!

Now's the time to start getting your announcements and thank you cards put together. Don't wait to do it tomorrow when you could get started on them today! Right now, Senior Pix by Bettinger Photography is offering a $25 session that will allow you to capture this moment in time with pictures that you will love and be able to use for your announcements and thank you cards. Of course, we would love to help you design your announcements using your senior portraits that you took for the yearbook, but now that the end is near, perhaps celebrating with a professional and joyful session is just the right touch.

You're going to love the pictures you will take! So go ahead, give us a call today to schedule your session and start planning on how your announcements are going to look! 

Have you thought about your "Thank You" cards?

When you send out your graduation announcements, don't forget the thank you cards to  follow up with your friends and family! These should be something that is personalized and something that just screams your style! 

Right now, Senior Pix by Bettinger Photography is offing a special that will help you accomplish not only your graduation announcements but also the thank you notes that your loved one's will truly appreciate! With this special, it's only a $25 sitting fee that will allow the opportunity to have a fun and unique session where you will get some amazing pictures that you can choose from for your announcements and thank you cards!