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Art Concord Entries 2011

2011-07-31T12:28:00.004-04:00

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PRO Photography of NE Named 2011 Action Photographer for Bow "Turn 2" Softball Invitational

2011-07-19T12:07:00.012-04:00

The Hampshire Comets organization has chosen

PRO Photography of NE as 2011 Tournament Action Photographer

Photographer - Peter Osiecki

Click Here for Action Photos

Every summer the New Hampshire Comets organization hosts the Bow "Turn 2" Invitational Softball Tournament in July. This is the largest invitational softball tournament in New England.

This year they will have 53 teams competing for championships in the U12, U14, U16 and U18 divisions. 129 games will be played on 14 fields in Bow, Concord, Dunbarton, Hooksett and Pembroke.

The 2011 tournament is scheduled for
July 22nd, 23rd and 24th

Home this week

2011-02-23T10:03:00.002-05:00

Nice feeling of being home on vacation and resting up the brain and the bones a bit. Kids are gone for the day, the dog is sleeping and the sun is pouring into the southside of the house. The music of the day is jazz trios serenading the house. Much love and thanks to my friends who have made the week filled with great food, conversation and time together.

Radisson Hotel Sales Staff Visit

2010-11-19T06:58:00.004-05:00

It's been a busy fall. With teaching, the photo business and working at 900 Degrees, I feel a little bit wiped. But I had a nice visit with some of my old friends at the Radisson Hotel Manchester, NH. Mo, Gail, Kim and colleagues got together in front of the fire for their Christmas portrait. Great visit...great people. This weekend is a little quieter with post production work and a few parties. Looking forward to next week and Thanksgiving with my family.

Summer Solstice

2010-06-21T20:35:00.002-04:00

Spent the afternoon at Rye Beach with my kids - celebrating some time together and also the longest daylight hours of the year. The beach was beautiful - the sun was warm and bright, the water cold and clear - we finished off the day with steamers and lobster rolls at Markey's in Seabrook.

Press Release: PRO Photography of NE Awarded Goffstown Jr Baseball Contract

2010-02-02T19:48:00.003-05:00

PRO Photography of New England - Peter Osiecki, has been awarded the Player and Team photography contract for the upcoming 2010 Goffstown, NH Jr Baseball season. Goffstown Jr Baseball, celebrating 50 years of outstanding community service, developes young baseball players, with over 450 players on close to 40 teams. PRO Photography is proud to partner with such a great league. PRO Photography of New England specializes in Kid's Sporting Events, Weddings, Portaits and Seniors. Contact Info: Peter Osiecki - 603-486-7543.

Happy New Year from Peter Osiecki and PRO Photography of NE

2010-01-01T08:28:00.004-05:00

Most will gladly say goodbye to 2009 ...and as my Mom used to say "don't let the door hitcha on the way out". But as much as the past year brought all of us some hard times, our lives still go on, looking for opportunities to be happy and successful.

Whatever good things you started in '09, keep it up. Whatever your passion calls for in 2010, do it. My days are filled with teaching, photography, waiting tables, family, church, friends and loved ones. I know there are good things to come from a list this full. What's on your list?

Happy New Year

Peter O

www.prophoto-ne.com

It's Time for a New Project

2009-12-30T17:05:00.004-05:00

Sure its time for resolutions to start off the New Year, but I think it's time for a new project. Vote for your choice of which project I should take on for the first Q of 2010. Click on the vote box on my blog. Later.

Merry Christmas from the Osiecki's

2009-12-24T10:11:00.002-05:00

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to All!

Peter, Sarah, Johanna, Tucker & Chloe and
PRO Photography of New England

Turkey's in the Oven

2009-11-26T06:28:00.001-05:00

Thank you to all of my clients, friends, family and co-workers for a great year. I have a lot to be thankful for.
Happy Thanksgiving.

Peter

NE Regionals Game 1 - Pittsfield, MA

2009-07-31T13:13:00.002-04:00

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New Equipment

2009-07-22T15:24:00.002-04:00

I have had some lighting equipment on my list for a long time. Well I finally went for it and bought some Alien Bees. I outfitted my den and converted it into a studio. I'm pretty psyched...I open up the winter months which has been traditionally slow for me. By the way, Yankees are in first place!

monday

2009-06-29T08:19:00.004-04:00

The rain is different today

Wet, warm and quiet

It doesn’t fall from the sky

The rain is different

New Poll: What is Yelp? Why some businesses just don't like it and the others love it.

2009-03-22T11:05:00.004-04:00

Have you every wanted to write a review of a business? There's a website out there that allows you do just that. It's called Yelp. Go ahead and Google Yelp and try it out if you like. In the mean time, I put up a simple poll to ask the question of whether you have ever used Yelp to review a business.

I just listened to a radio program speaking to the merits and distractions caused by sites like Yelp. And I've been thinking about building a page on their site for my business and I'm not sure about it. Take the poll. What do you think?

New Service - Shutterfly Users - New Service

2009-03-13T21:12:00.008-04:00

Shutterfly users can now Transfer the High Resolution version of this image, and many others, for your own projects. Follow the link from my website PRO Photography of New England. Details can be found on my site!

You hulu?

2009-03-11T22:56:00.004-04:00

Cable TV may be dying out with the analogue TV signal. I have been watching some great content on hulu.com - for free! 24, The Office, old movies, even Saturday Night Live and the 3 Stooges. I bring this up because I love technology. I don't need to own the newest gadget. I just want to use it. And this is something I will use more than my TV. It's pretty cool! And I think it is just the beginning in watching content when you want it and where. See ya cable!

Way to go FedEx!

2009-03-08T05:11:00.003-04:00

Way to go! For those that are unemployed or underemployed! On Tuesday. March 10, all customers can have 25 resumes copied free during regular business hours at any FedEx Office Print and Shop Center. The one-day-only event is good for black-and-white copies and valid only for orders placed and picked up at the store. Orders may be submitted in printed format or a s a digital file; copies will be single sided.

Spring is Just Around the Corner

2009-02-27T13:38:00.004-05:00

It's a great time of the year. Happy to say that spring is almost here. Soon the crocuses will be popping through. While you're here, take a minute to check out the Adobe Lightroom Killertips feed on the right sidebar. I come back every day to see something new. It's never too late to learn something new. Later -Peter

Pat's Big Air Competition

2009-02-08T07:18:00.003-05:00

Yesterday I spent the day at Pat's Peak in Henniker, NH, photographing the Big Air snowboard competition. What a day of music, great energy and super tricks. The day started off on a low point, with my daughter taking a fall and breaking her arm in warmups. She was pretty bummed. She took another run after it happened, then got it checked. She decided to stay and watch her friends compete and cheer them on. I have to tell you, the comradere among boarders is pretty cool to watch. One of her friends wrote a tribute on the bottom of his board and dedicated the runs to her. Well we ended up going to the hospital and getting her fixed up. She's out of action for a month, but I'm sure I'll see her up there for the spring competitions.
I took all of the photos and put them up on a site for everyone to check out. First time shooting boarders. Was a little tricky, but got a few good ones. Here is the link: www.patsairyo.shutterfly.com Check it out and let me know what you think. Later

Wedding Day Monthly Payment Plan

2009-02-03T22:52:00.005-05:00

Wedding day planning and budgeting is on every bride-to-be's mind today. Let PRO Photography of NE make it easy and affordable. You can now make simple monthly payments for as little as $100 and feel good that you have selected a professional photographer and an easy way to pay! PRO Photography of NE also gives you great quality, with reliable friendly service.

As an added incentive, if you book your wedding in the month of March 2009, we'll even make your second payment (up to $100) for you. All wedding payment plans must be paid in full by your wedding day. Your first payment is due when you sign your contract. For full details on our services and this special offer, visit our website. Call us today with your wedding date. PRO Photography of New England is a proud member of the New Hampshire Professional Photographers Assoc.

Listen

2009-01-02T11:10:00.002-05:00

Although the beginning of a new year brings many resolutions, I plan to listen. Listen to my kids, listen to my customers, listen to... Just fill in the blank. If you noticed, I didn't say how to listen, just listen. Sounds easy...it's not as easy as you think. Happy New Y(ear)!

Seduction

2008-12-26T15:25:00.002-05:00

Our New Logo

2008-12-23T21:56:00.001-05:00

White Christmas It Will Be

2008-12-21T13:05:00.001-05:00

Well the snow is falling heavy for the second straight day. After the weekend storms, we should have about 2 feet on the ground. Nothing better than a White Christmas. I can hear Bing now. I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all.

Gorilla at Disney's Animal Kingdom

2008-12-17T22:49:00.003-05:00

On a recent trip to Orlando, I visited Disney's Animal Kingdom and was amazed at the variety of animals. This image was taken with a Canon 70-200 mm f4 L lens.

Good thing for the Fire

2008-11-28T09:09:00.002-05:00

It was cold outside last night but we were toasty in the teepee. Everyone bailed for the night except for me and my sister. When we awoke, there was a light snow coming down. I went in to the Inn to make some coffee and on my return, my sister and I chatted about our lives and how lucky and thankful we both were.

Family Photo in VT - Thanksgiving 2008

2008-11-27T19:19:00.004-05:00

Vermont Thanksgiving 2008

2008-11-27T19:16:00.003-05:00

Well, here we are in VT, enjoying a wonderful feast with family and friends, at my sister's B&B. This has been more than feast, as we are now sitting in our teepee that my sister brought in from a company in Oregon that makes replica Native American items. We just finished readings around the fire about the Indian tribes that lived in the regions where our towns are now located. My daughter Sarah read about the Pennacook and Abenaki tribes that lived in central and southern New Hampshire and of Goffstown. It's pretty quiet now in the teepee, as everyone has gone inside the inn for dessert. It looks like a few of the kids and adults (kids) will be sleeping out tonight. The low tonight will be 26 degrees. Time to put on another log.

Free Photos for Civic Groups from PRO Photo!

2008-11-23T08:32:00.003-05:00

Goffstown based PRO Photography of New England, a photography services business, is celebrating it's third year in business and a successful 2008.

Owner Peter Osiecki would like to give back to the community for all the great support and business the folks of Dunbarton, New Boston, Goffstown and Weare have given his business.

For the days including November 15th - December 15th, if your non-profit or civic group, in these communities, has a need for photography services at your next event or meeting, PRO Photo of NE will donate one hour of photographic services that includes photographing your event and copying the photos onto a CD right on the spot. Your photographs could be used for press releases, newspaper photos, your website or for any other use.

Available dates and times are on a first come basis, with scheduling from 3pm to 8pm Monday - Friday and noon - 8pm on weekends. Contact Peter through his website at www.prophoto-ne.com or call 497-3521.

PRO Photography of New England specializes in portraits, weddings, kids sporting events and website photography and is a member of the New Hampshire Professional Photographers Assoc. PRO Photo of New England

Peter

Eat a Peach

2008-08-27T14:31:00.005-04:00

I just stopped by my local farm stand and had one of their peaches. WOW! If you haven't had a native peach to tell you it's summer, then you haven't experienced the perfect food. I can remember laying around my yard as a kid, with my friends, and raiding my neighbors peach trees and Concord grape vines, fighting off the yellow jackets for the ripest ones. Just the smell - nothing like it. I think I'm going back to the stand and buy up a few more peaches. Anyone have any good memories or recipes to share? Summer's ending....

PRO Photography of New England Named 2008 GYFA Photographer

2008-08-13T12:59:00.007-04:00

PRO Photography of NE has been named the 2008 photographer for the Goffstown Youth Football Association. We will be photographing 250 participants, including players, cheerleaders and coaches, in team and individual poses.

Cabbage Harvest

2008-08-12T08:37:00.001-04:00

It's harvest time all over New England. Go to your local Farmer's Market or visit the local produce section of your supermarket. Keep the family farmer in business!

Summer Close Up

2008-08-08T10:42:00.002-04:00

The weather in New England has been pretty rainy all summer, but it did produce some amazing colors!

Bopnique Rules

2008-08-06T07:42:00.005-04:00

Well here's a fish that didn't get away (I added a little wall graffiti to his phone photo). My brother-in-law, Anthony Resta, landed this huge striper off of Gloucester, MA. Besides being a great fisherman, Anthony is a successful music producer, based in the Boston area. Visit him at www.myspace.com/bopniquemusique.

Wedding Day Formal

2008-08-03T18:30:00.002-04:00

Photo of the Day

2008-08-01T13:30:00.003-04:00

I photographed this kid as I waited for

Mike and Michelle's wedding

ceremony to begin.

Where Have I Been?

2008-05-24T08:50:00.002-04:00

Truth will have it that I have not been very motivated to blog lately. Two months lately. With a busy schedule of teaching and shooting schedule, it has been nearly impossible to put down thoughts after the family has crashed and as my own eyes begin to droop as I surf.

I have had alot of fun assignments lately, photographing a tourism conference in Northern New Hampshire, at the Mt Washington resort. I sandwiched that between a 150 member youth softball league and a Bat Mitzvah. It was my first time photographing a sports league. Everything went well, as I had my oldest daughter help. I also used Sports America,

www.sports-america.com, as the lab. They did a fantastic job and the turn-around was within days. Many of the parents remarked how quickly they got the pictures back. I would recommend them. Let me know of any other labs out there or your experiences shooting sports leagues.

I am also struggling with my website, www.prophoto-ne.com. I am not getting enough hits and its not really getting me much new business. I will take any suggestions on layout, search engine optimization, etc. I would be happy to forward any image in my Photographic Art section for the first 5 useful suggestions. I use MS Office Live.

It's Memorial Day Weekend. Let's say thanks to our fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters and other family members for their work in the military, past and present.

Thanks,

Peter

Happy Easter

2008-03-23T10:13:00.001-04:00

Good morning to all!

Today is a sunny and chilly day in New Hampshire. The Easter service at St Marie's in Manchester was very nice with great arrangements of spring flowers and a sermon of hope. The Easter Bunny also came to the house...a tradition that has lasted for many years. Plans call for a trip to my mother-in-law's for dinner and a relaxing day. Should be able to sneak in a few family portraits as well. I also added a new link to a professional networking site called LinkedIn. Check it out and make a connection! Talk to you soon. Peter.

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Post

2008-03-11T08:11:00.001-04:00

A Sense of Spring

Adobe Lightroom

2008-03-10T23:33:00.000-04:00

I have started to use Adobe Lightroom. It has some pretty neat stuff in there. I use it for many situations, especially when I shoot weddings and have a lot of images taken under the same lighting conditions. I can make a change to one and sync it with the others that I have selected and literally within minutes, I export them out to the web or my lab for proofing. This thing has shaved hours off of my workflow. If you have it, use it. If you don't or aren't sure, download the trial for 30 days - Try Lightroom. I also added the RSS Feed to Adobe's Killer Tips and Tricks to the right hand column. Come back soon for another visit.

Sleigh Ride in VT

2008-02-26T07:15:00.001-05:00

It's Winter Carnival in Brattleboro, VT this week. I'm spending a few days with my kids at the Meadowlark Inn. We had great weather and beautiful afternoon light, for a sleigh ride through the fields and woods surrounding a neighboring farm.
We had a great dinner of beef stew with crusty bread, served up with a few glasses of Bordeaux.
The evening was topped off by the fire, watching the kids play a marathon game of Twister.
Today we have weather moving in that could add to the accumulation, on what has been a record winter for snowfall. Later, I think we are going to do some tubing and maybe catch a movie. But first breakfast.

My Big Sister's Inn

2008-02-23T14:19:00.000-05:00

If you haven't had a chance to visit my sister's inn in Brattleboro, VT, you are missing out on a great experience. The inn, my sister and her partner were featured in the March, 2008 home subscribers edition of the Ladie's Home Journal. It was a great article that really highlights their talents as innkeepers, chefs and just plain good people. The article also features two of my photographs, which can also be found on their website Meadowlark Inn, which are included in the layout I shot last year for their site. Go and get away - you'll have a great time!

Thanks Gail at the Radisson Manchester, NH

2008-02-21T07:47:00.000-05:00

It was a great turnout for the wedding tasting at the Radisson last night. Thanks to Gail for setting me up in a great spot to showcase my wedding packages. Great people in the wedding business. We all seem to help each other out. Check out my promo on my website if you're getting married in the NH area. Click on Radisson Wedding Promo.

Hump Day

2008-02-20T06:39:00.000-05:00

It's been a little bit of a process converting over to a Mac. I still need to migrate my files over and get the Mac version of LightRoom. I've made it to Wednesday and things are looking good. Time to take the stretch run into the weekend. Anybody out there? Have you created something cool on your Mac? Any new websites? Later day.

Great Weekend

2008-02-17T15:45:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Jason at NH Antique Coop for displaying my photographs in a great spot in his shop. The interest has been fantastic and a few sales have developed. His reception for some local artists was really great and the exhibiton space is cool. See their link on my website.

Beautiful Day in New Hampshire

2008-02-16T10:59:00.000-05:00

Today is sunny and cold with lots of snow on the ground. I'll do some late day shooting of maple syrup producers...getting ready for sugaring season. Hey big news. I set up a video player on my website. I plan to use it to promote wedding and business client slideshows set to some great music. The page is just waiting for the video link. Check back next week, I should have one up by Wednesday. Have you subscibed to my blog yet? Later

Your Comments

2008-02-15T06:44:00.000-05:00

It's nice to wake up Friday morning and see some nice comments written. Today I'll be teaching, then get ready for a weekend of shuttle service for my kids. This weekend also has an art show reception in my plans. Sounds good to me.

Happy Valentine's Day

2008-02-14T05:45:00.000-05:00

Take some time today and give a little love.

Wait for another day

2008-02-13T15:09:00.000-05:00

I made the change from PC to Mac (my pc crashed for the last time). Delivery was scheduled for tomorrow but some how Fed Ex sent it back to Apple...Apple was cool and gave me a nice credit for bumming me out...might be here Saturday...using my kids' laptop in the mean time.

Welcome

2008-02-12T09:42:00.000-05:00

Well today is the day. I've started to make some changes to my thinking and doing. Less thinking and more doing. In the last year openned my photography biz, added a new website and today my blog. I feel very fortunate. Feel free to subscribe or leave a comment.

Thanks...Peter