Welcome to my blog! My name is Natalie Franke and I'm a wedding photojournalist and portrait photographer in the Philadelphia, Baltimore, & DC metro areas!

I specialize in capturing candid moments as they unfold and finding real emotion in each image that I produce.

I love my job & feel so blessed for all of the incredible friendships that I have gained through photography. I'm happy that you've come across my little piece of the universe! Take off your coat & stay a while!

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Sister Sessions

On Saturday, one of my two portrait sessions was a pair of sisters hoping to get their pictures done as a gift for their parents for Christmas! We had a blast despite the freezing temperatures! Annapolis is such a gorgeous city, and I am getting more attached to it as a perfect photo spot!

I hope everyone is getting ready for the holidays.. The countdown is on! This is my last week of classes before finals. Wish me luck!






Yours Truly,
Natalie Franke

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Celebrating Accomplishments!

Today I found out that one of my pictures made the front page of Flickr's Explore! This might seem like such a silly thing to be proud of - but it makes me so happy! Next week is going to be swamped with school work... exams are just days away! I hope everyone is having an awesome week! =) I might take a small break from blogging to study - but I'll be posting photos from this weekend's photo shoot in the near future!

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Portrait Update!

I am currently editing two photo sessions (finished one last night!) and have two more scheduled for this weekend! I am thrilled, loving every minute of it - but I just wanted to let everyone know that I cannot book any more sessions before Christmas. I wish that I could, but exams will be taking over my life in a week and I want to give each client 100% of my attention! With that said, I do have some amazing deals in the works for this spring. One of which I am announcing today! 

High School Senior Models

Anyone interested in being a High School Senior Model for the 2010 graduation year - please email me! This simply means that you will be a spokesperson for Natalie Franke Photography and will be one of the first seniors photographed this spring! I will be taking two people per high school and I'm expecting the slots to fill up fast! As a model you will receive:  free digital copies from your photo shoot as well as a half off coupon for a future group session with your friends! This deal is hard to beat - so please email me ASAP if you are interested.

Saturday, November 29, 2008

The Littlest Heroes Project

One of my greatest passions in life has always been giving back to the community. I recently came across a group of extremely talented photographers who are using their talents to make a difference! I applied to be one of the international team, and was accepted this morning! The Littlest Heroes Project links photographers with children who have been diagnosed with life altering illnesses. I am proud and thrilled to be one of 300 photographers globally who is helping to remember our littlest heroes!



For more information on how to help and spread the word - please visit the website.


Yours Truly,
Natalie Franke

Friday, November 28, 2008

The Start of the Season!

Today marked black friday and the start of the Christmas season! For all of you who ran out to kohl's at 4 am and Target at 6 am - - I give you credit! That's amazing. I did a little shopping today with my family! It's so great to be home. I am super busy with images and have been a little backed up with work lately! I greatly appreciate all the patience. =)



Wishing you all the best start of the holiday season!

Yours Truly,
Natalie Franke