Looking For Models From Del Norte, Westview, Mt. Carmel and Rancho Bernardo High Schools!

A Slice of Life Photography is expanding into the Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch area and is currently seeking Juniors at Del Norte High School, Westview High School, Mt. Carmel High School and Rancho Bernardo High School.  Students must like having a lot of fun, be motivated, like having their photograph taken, and be able to promote our business to all their friends.  And what do you get for having so much with us?  FREE pictures!  Yup, that's right.  You get a free session with us, 3 files of your favorite photos to use on your Facebook and/or MySpace page, an Animoto music slide show from your session, and of course free photographs for sending us your friends.  Each year, we also reward the student with the most referrals a $100 VISA Gift Card.  Still doesn't sound good enough?  In addition, we'll use some of your best photographs on our website.

If this sounds like fun to you, visit our website at www.asliceoflifeseniors.com and click on the MODEL link.  There's more information for you plus a form to fill out to apply.  We'll contact you after that to set up an interview and see if you've got what it takes.

Athena Miranda - San Pasqual High School Senior Model

I am proud to announce the first Senior Model from San Pasqual High School, and it's Athena Miranda!  A Junior at SPHS, Athena was a pleasure to photograph and we decided to go to Downtown Escondido for a session with her and her friends, Jacky and Josue.  As a Senior Model, you receive a free session and music slide show plus cards to hand out to other Juniors with your photo.  These cards entitle friends to receive 8 free wallets with any paid senior session!  For referring her friends, Athena will earn free photographs and will automatically be entered to win a $100 VISA Gift Card if she is the top referring Model.

Here is a look at some of her favorite shots from that day.  If you like what you see, call us an book an appointment for your Senior Session.  Remember, your school may have gone contract for the yearbook photograph, but you can have your yearbook photo taken for free and it's your choice on who to pick for your creative session.  Since we aren't stuck rushing through hundreds of senior portrait sessions every year, we are able to give you the time and personal service to truly capture your personality.  But don't wait, we only book a certain number of sessions every year.

Looking for a YouTube Editor!

Hey there High School Students!  I am on the lookout for a Blog Assistant Editor to help me find funny and interesting YouTube clips to post to my blog and Twitter account.  So if you're a "YouTubeAholic," then maybe this is the job for you.  Call me at 760.739.9580 or send me an email at www.asliceoflifeseniors.com.  As the fastest growing high school senior studio in Escondido and Rancho Bernardo, your picks will be viewed by hundreds!

Serving San Pasqual High, Escondido High, Orange Glen High, Escondido Charter High, Westview High, Rancho Bernardo High, Mt. Carmel High and Del Norte High.

Be Unique...Be You!

Heidi at A Slice of Life Photography

Brett McBride - San Pasqual High School

When Brett pulled up in his hot BMW, I knew we needed to head over to my favorite alley and get some great shots of him with it.  Oh, and if you haven't read the senior profile on Mikaela down below, this is the same guy who has a Swedish foreign exchange student living with him.  Not shabby, huh?

I've met Brett and his family before since I was his older sister's wedding photographer last year.  The whole family is really nice and as I really hope for, I become a family photographer for life.  Not many guys really enjoy the whole senior portrait thing, but I try to make it a lot of fun and fun is what we had.  Brett booked my popular Downtown Session, and we drove around hitting a couple of my favorite spots as well as ending at Grape Day Park.  He was well prepared too with his rugby gear so we could get a couple of photos of that.  I'm really big on school activities, hobbies, and interests.  I like to make sure I'm capturing a senior's personality and what they are into.

Well Brett, I think you got some amazing shots!  Your whole family is really good looking, so was there any question that your photographs would be anything but fab?  I hope you had as much fun as I did.

Karissa Nouzovsky - Escondido High School

Wow, can you say knock out! That's exactly what Karissa is, such a photogenic beauty and a lot of fun too! We did a "Downtown" session and hit a couple of my favorite spots. I'm so thrilled that Karissa brought along some great clothing choices and matching accessories. Most seniors don't understand the importance of accessories and how they can make or break an outfit. I'm posting some of my favorite shots of the day, and I think you'll agree that Karissa doesn't take a bad photo.

A senior at Escondido High School, Karissa and I talked a little about school and I even got her to give me some really great smiles when I had her tell me about her boyfriend, Ricky. Thank you Ricky, even without being there you were able to help me get some great expressions. Karissa's mom came along to help also and keep an eye out for messy hair or clothing out of place. I always enjoy it when there's another person to help me look for things out of place.

For those Juniors at EHS that don't already know it, I'm looking for 2 more Senior Models for Escondido High. Go to my website and apply online. We are very selective of our models and are looking for students who want to earn money and free stuff for promoting our services. You even get a free session with A Slice of Life Photography! How cool is that? http://www.asliceoflifeseniors.com/

Nick Ontiveros - Escondido Charter High School

Funny story about Nick. I know his mom and grandparents through a friend, but that isn't what made Nick choose me as his senior portrait photographer. Although he was referred to me, he checked out other photographers' sites but liked how my work was different and more his style. I'm so glad he did, because I got some amazing shots of him both in studio and at Kit Carson Park & Grape Day Park. His easy-going personality and great big smile made him a truly photogenic senior. I'm sharing some of my favorite images from that day. Also notice the camera? Love that shot of Nick with his prized Canon! Of course anyone who shoots Canon is cool in my book.

Tobi - Escondido Charter High School

On August 13th, I had the pleasure of photographing Tobi Peters and his many wonderful expressions. I had so much fun working with him in studio, at the Iceoplex, on the train tracks and then ending at Grape Day Park. Mom was pretty worried about the train tracks, but I assured her I would never put a senior in danger just to get a good photo.

There are just so many great photographs of Tobi that I really can't say I have one favorite. It was really cool being able to watch him skate on the ice. Wow, he's really good! When seniors call and let me know they are on a sports team, I can never just be happy taking a "studio" shot of them with their gear and uniform. I'm the type of photographer that just has to get out there and do it where it happens. Hey, I was on the track and tennis teams in high school so I know how important it is.

So where will I take my next victim, er I mean senior? Hmmm...I guess you'll need to check back soon or just become a follower and you'll get updates every time I post.

What We Offer Seniors That's Unique...

So what makes us different from everyone else here in town? As the old saying goes, "location, location, location!" Although I have a nice home studio garden, (I've landscaped my 1/3 acre property with waterfalls, split rail fencing, stone walls, cedar sheds, etc.,) my main goal it to take seniors out and about their hometown for some cool shots that reflect their personality more than just taking pictures on MY property. I know it's all about getting a beautiful portrait of each individual and I do highly recommend my site for some students, but for those who are looking for something different, I've got some of the area's coolest spots. A perfect example would be Cache from Escondido High School posing on Grand Avenue. By bringing along her guitar, she not only incorporated her hometown into the photograph but also something about her personality.

There's also my Grunge Series, where I take seniors out to some of the weirdest place that most photographers wouldn't even dare go themselves. The look is totally urban with interesting backdrops and colors. Here's Cory from Escondido High School at a junk yard. What guy (or even girl for that matter) wouldn't love to have some great photos done here?

Or who would think a simple brick wall could become a piece of art with your photograph "painted" on it? Here's Mandy Morris from Escondido High School posing in the alley. Just wait and see, pretty soon other photographers in town will start offering similar things but just remember who started it first. There's something to be said about imitation being the greatest form of flattery but I'm rather partial to being unique.

And talk about retro! As usual, all old things become new again and with so many students into the Gangster Look or old Hollywood Glamour, we decided to create a type of session that would give seniors a chance to dress up and have fun. Of course you don't have to dress like the 40's or 50's for this type of session. It's all about the dramatic lighting so don't feel like you have to choose this session only for a retro look. It can work well in many different situations. Here's Sidney Schroeder from Escondido High School with a sample. Didn't she do a fabulous job on her make-up and wardrobe?

I really had so much fun working with all the senior models that applied to A Slice of Life Photography. Class of 2011, don't forget to check out our website and apply to be one of our Ambassador Models for next year. We take applications anytime and make our selections in the month of January during your Junior Year. There are so many benefits and freebies for becoming one of our models and only a chosen few make it every year.