McKenney Photography

Pet Portrait Days

2011-10-31T17:05:00.000-07:00

Join us on Nov 30th from 5-7pm and Dec 3rd from 9am-Noon at the Bioddeford Animal Hospital. This is a fundraiser for the Biddeford Dog Park. For a $15 donation you will receive a complimentary mini session and 5x7 print. Additional photos will be available for online ordering. No appointment needed!

The Cutests Pumpkin in the Patch!

2011-09-13T11:54:00.000-07:00

Join McKenney Photography on October 9th from 8-1 at Harris Farm in Dayton. Let us capture your family in all of Fall's glory! Enjoy a hayride, pick your own pumpkins, and let us create an unforgettable portrait! Call 590-1355 or email joe@mckenneyphoto.com for more info

Fun with Bunnies

2011-04-04T18:49:00.000-07:00

Come Join us at McKenney Photography for our annual fun with Bunnies Event at the studio. Combined with the downtown Easter egg hunt the same day, what a great way to celebrate Easter with your children. The Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk will be on site with some cute and cuddly friends for some unforgettable portraits. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to AWS. AND bunnies will be available for adoption with no adoption fee! No appointment needed, and packages start at only $12

McKenney Photography - 145 Main St, Biddeford - www.mckenneyphoto.com - 207.590.1355

Looking for that Perfect Gift?

2010-11-08T08:00:00.000-08:00

ooking for that perfect Gift for Christmas? Turn your portraits taken by McKenney Photography or your cherished family heirlooms into wonderful photo gifts. Beautifully woven photo throws and pillows, fleece blankets, photo books,ornaments, lamps, dry erase boards, photo sculptures and more, they sky is the limit. Come in today, and let us help you create the perfect gift for your loved ones! Call McKenney hotography at 207.590.1355 or email joe@mckenneyphoto.com for more info

Life Shades!

2010-11-02T19:00:00.000-07:00

Illuminate your life story... Preserve special places or events. These timeless heirlooms are a perfect gift for yourself or loved ones. Each custom lampshade is meticulously crafted by a dedicated artist using photographs from your personal collection, or with images from your session. Upon completion, your original photographs will be returned unharmed along with your finished lampshade.Call 590-1355 or email joe@mckenneyphoto.com for more info

Boo!

2010-10-25T10:26:00.001-07:00

Boo!! Join us at McKenney Photography for Spooky Halloween Photos. On Friday, October 29th, from 3-5 pm bring the kids and your pet in for portraits, and enjoy trick or treating on Main St! A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Biddeford Dog Park. Packages start at only $10! For more information, please call Joe at 590.1355 or email joe@mckenneyphoto.com

Are digital Files included?

2010-10-07T12:20:00.000-07:00

Surely you’ve noticed an increase in the number of photographers giving away digital files. As a customer, should you expect them to be for sale? Why don’t all photographers include them in the session fee for free, or at least make them affordable? Don’t the files belong to you anyway?

Federal copyright law is very clear about image ownership. They belong to your photographer, who has the sole right to print, display, and sell them.

You should expect the price of digital files, if available, to compensate your photographer for their work and talent. Photographers don’t always sell a large package up front. Instead, most charge a session fee that just covers some costs of providing the shoot. We rely on print sales as our sole source of income. The digital images are the key to those print sales. This is good for you. It means I have to do a good job for you, or I won’t get paid.

While many photographers do offer the files for sale, many photographers who specialize in creating custom art don’t. For them, it’s a matter of quality control from start to finish. They realize cutting corners on that is a disservice to their clients.

Almost all of the file inquiries I get stem from an attempt to get my work for cheap… to get my vision, but to skip out on buying prints from me. Or from a misconception that digital is cheaper to produce than film. It’s not.

The equipment is much more expensive, replacements are necessary more often, and the workflow, maintenance, troubleshooting, and constant education requirements make digital much more expensive. We also spend much more time on each client than we did in the film days.

Even at that, the real value of digital files comes not from the cost, but what the files contain: the work and artistry that prompted you to choose that photographer. If you purchase files, expect to pay a price that values the work, and is sustainable for the photographer. You want him or her to still be in business when your new baby starts sitting up. Or walking. Or when your family grows.

If you’re looking for cheap portraits, and you don’t care about prints or a long-term photographer, cheap photography is available in abundance on places like Craigslist, Wal Mart or mall portrait studios. You can have a session and all the files for very little money. But for custom photography, the most important things to look for are artistry, image quality, experience, safety, and service. Choose wisely –Portraits are an investment in precious memories and family heirlooms.

It's Home Movie Time

2010-10-05T08:36:00.000-07:00

When was the last time you've watched those old home movies? Can't find an bulb for the old projector? VCR broken? Can't find the right cords for your old camcorders? Bring your old home movies in to Mckenney Photography today, and let us help preserve your memories. The longer you wait, the more these old technologies will degrade. Call today for more info, 590-1355

Photo Restoration

2010-10-05T08:28:00.000-07:00

From discolorations, tears, rips, water damage and more, McKenney Photgraphy can help to repair your family treasures. Don't let these precious memories continue to degrade, bring them in today for a free estimate! Call 590-1355 for more info.

Bring your photos to life!

2010-10-05T08:24:00.000-07:00

Do you have piles of old photos just sitting around? Tons of old albums on the top shelf of your closet? Bring them in to McKenney Photography today, and let us help you bring those images back to live to share with your loved ones. Create a custom DVD photo show, a coffee table photo book, or just convert them to digital files to share online.

Ask about our Restoration services......

Senior Portraits!

2010-06-16T07:29:00.001-07:00

-Your Location or Ours, the same low session fee!
-No session limitations on poses, clothing or time
-Private screening of Your Portraits and online viewing
-Referral Rewards Program
-Distinctive portraits that capture your unique personality

****SPECIAL****
Half Price Senior Portrait Sessions now until July 10th

2010-02-25T08:28:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again, time for Fun with Bunnies. Come help Mckenney Photography celebrate one year at our new studio with these precious portraits. Last year was a huge hit, and we have partnered with the Animal Welfare Society again this year. There will also be an Easter egg scavenger hunt throughout downtown... Biddeford that day. The event will be held 10-4

Call today to book your appointment 207-282-6500

Just for Him!

2010-01-19T12:05:00.000-08:00

Looking for that perfect gift for that special man in your life? Come to McKenney Photography and let us help you capture a tasteful, romantic portrait that he will truly cherish. It will be a Valentines day he will never forget!

Valentines Day Special

2010-01-19T11:18:00.000-08:00

Looking for that perfect gift this Valentines Day? Forget the box of chocolates, come to Mckenney Photography and let us capture soem precious memories of your Children. A gift that will last a lifetime, at an amazing price. Get your session, 1 8x10, and a sheet of 8 wallet portraits for only $75. That is a $131 value! This offer good until Feb. 12th.

Happy New Year

2010-01-07T08:43:00.000-08:00

We were blessed with much success during 2009, our first year full time in the new studio. 2010 is already looking to be an even busier year for McKenney Photography, and we look forward to introducing some exciting new programs for our clients. Thank you so much for your business and support in 2009, and we look forward to working with you in 2010!

It's Beginning to look alot like Christmas!

2009-11-23T17:24:00.000-08:00

It is that time of year again! There is so much going on here at the studio, we will try to tell you all about it

First Santa is coming to town on December 4th from 5-7 pm. Come help us kick off the Holiday season along with The Heart of Biddeford. There will be all kinds of exciting activities happening throughout the downtown area. Cookie decorating, horse drawn sleigh rides, the Polar Express at City Theater, break dancing, the tree lighting, and of course pictures with Santa! Your first photos is only $5 and all the money is donated to the Heart of Biddeford. There will also be packages that you can order that includes prints and/or Christmas cards. It is going to be a fun night!

Time to order those Christmas Cards! Take advantage of a special offer this Christmas at the studio. We are offering free session fees for Christmas Card photos. Come in for a 15 minutes session and get the perfect image for your Christmas cards. You will see the images before you leave, and have your cards the next day! For more information, contact the studio. To see a selection of holiday cards that we offer, please visit
http://mckenneyphoto.smugmug.com/Products/ChristmasCards/10376164_aRqCo#718411013_kukNH

The perfect Gift.. Want the perfect gift? McKenney Photography has the answer! Choose from a variety of unique photo products that will make the perfect gift for that special someone. Use a photo from your session, or one of your own! We also offer gift certificates in any amount!
Check out our photo gifts at
http://mckenneyphoto.smugmug.com/Products/Photo-Merchandise/10376253_YjKPF#718419465_NGzu3

Toys for Tots!
Help us make this Holiday special for someone this year. We are collecting donations for Toys for Tots. Bring in a new unwrapped toy and receive a coupon for a free 8x10 portrait!

Have a wonderful Holiday season!

McKenney Photography . 145 Main St, Biddeford . joe@mckenneyphoto.com . 207.282.6500

Spooky Halloween Photos

2009-10-22T14:32:00.000-07:00

On Friday, October 30th, Mckenney Photography will be participating in The Heart of Biddeford's annual trick or treating on Main St. We will be passing out goodies to the little ones, and have a fun backdrop for some spooky photos!

The event runs from 3-5 pm. If you bring your pet in, the proceeds will go to benefit the Biddeford Dog Park

Packages start at just $10!

Referral Program

2009-08-26T09:22:00.001-07:00

The best advertising is word of mouth. At McKenney Photography, we truly appreciate referrals from our existing clients. As a special thank you, for referrals you send to the studio, you will receive a free portrait sheet, ( a $28 value) good towards and previous or future session. It is the least we can do to thank you for helping grow our business

Still Time for Senior Portraits!

2009-08-26T08:54:00.001-07:00

The school year is rapidly approaching, which means yearbook deadlines are looming. There is still time to get your senior portraits taken before your deadline is here. We can offer just a few days turnaround time, and make sure you are in your yearbook.

Choose Mckenney Photography for a unique portrait experience. One low session fee for in studio and/or on location. Laurel Hill Cemetery, Biddeford Pool Beach, the rustic look of the Biddeford Mill building, it is your choice. We go where you want. You won't pay extra for time, outfit changes or poses., and your portraits will reflect your unique personality, not look the same as everyone elses.

Check out some samples today www.mckenneyphoto.com

Heart of Biddeford & LaKermesse

2009-06-30T12:22:00.000-07:00

Last week was a busy week for McKenney Photography. We organized the Relay for Life Float in the LaKermesse Parade. Elle Paye, our 3 year old Cancer Princess rode in the convertible like a beauty queen. Truly touching. On Saturday and Sunday we were at LaKermesse with The Heart of Biddeford helping with their new story telling portion of The Master Plan. We invited visitors to share a word or phrase that came to mind when they thought of "Downtown". See what we got for answers.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=&fmt=22

Senior Portraits

2009-06-21T06:51:00.000-07:00

It is time for class of 2010 senior portraits. Tired of the same old portraits as everyone else? Let McKenney Photograph work with you to create a unique portrait experience. At McKenney Photography, our session have very little limitations. No limits on time, poses, outfit changes or locations. These are YOUR portraits, are we strive to create a unique image that captures your unique personality. Call and book your session today, 282-6500

American Cancer Society Relay for Life

2009-06-06T07:18:00.000-07:00

Next Friday and Saturday will be the 10th annual American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of York County. It is a spectacular event focused on Celebrating, Remembering, and Fighting Back. Mckenney Photography is please to be involved with the Relay for Life, and we have been doing so for the past 12 years. This year Joe is again proud to be serving as the Chairerson for the event. If yuo have never been, it is something you will never forget. S0 next Friday night , June 12th, come spend the night with us at Wells High School track. If you have any questions about Relay for Life please call the studio at 282-6500. You can also make a donation by visiting my personal page at

http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLFY09NE?px=4387697&pg=personal&fr_id=16441&fl=en_US&et=GVEeyDYKg1xfTnP3jC8p8g..&s_tafId=279194

Communion Time

2009-06-06T07:15:00.000-07:00

It is that time of year again, and McKenney Photography is blessed to be celebrating Confirmation/ First communion with many of the children in the area. We will be at the Following celebrations. St Louis in Auburn, The Cathedral of the Immacualte Conception in Portland, St. Josephs in Biddeford and St. Mary's in Wells. This is one of my favorite times of the year, I feel privalged to capture these special moments. If we are not comng to your celebration, and you would like to schedule a First Communion session, please call the studio at 282-6500. God Bless!

INTRODUCING GALLERY WRAP CANVAS PORTRAITS

2009-05-07T07:36:00.000-07:00

McKenney photography is excited to introduce our new line of Gallery Wrapped Canvas Portraits. Canvas Gallery Wraps offer a unique way to showcase your precious portraits. Images are printed directly on high quality canvas, and placed on a stretcher frame. No more chunky frames that go out of style. There are many cutom templates available as well to help you create a truly unique piece of art. Visit the studio today to find out more!

Studio Now Open!

2009-04-23T08:23:00.001-07:00

McKenney Photography Now Open!

The new studio is now open in Historic Downtown Biddeford. Improvements are still being made, but the doors are open for business! Stop by today for a tour. Keep an eye out for the announcement of our Grand Opening Celebration in May!

145 Main St Biddeford

Fun with Bunnies!

2009-02-23T15:09:00.000-08:00

What : Fun with Bunnies

When: Friday April 3rd and Saturday April 4th, 10am - 6pm

Where: McKenney Photography's new studio at 145 Main St in Biddeford

Come celebrate the grand opening of our new studio at 145 Main St in Biddeford with these precious portraits. There is no session fee, and packages start at only $15. Your Portraits will be ready in just a few days. Call or email to book an appointment, or just stop in on the 3rd or 4th

Bunnies are generously provided by the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to AWS

joe@mckenneyphoto.com 207-590-1355 207-282-6500

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2009-02-15T14:13:00.001-08:00

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