Mark Watson of Spotlight Photography

Super Bowl 2012

2012-01-21T12:27:00.000-06:00

Mark's AMAZING picture of Lucas Oil

Get ready to party INDY! What better way to remember the Super Bowl than with fabulous pictures from Spotlight Photography! In honor of the Super Bowl Spotlight is offering FREE Sessions starting January 27th and continuing until February 3rd. You can either come to Spotlight's Studio or Mark will meet you at any of the Super Bowl Celebrations in and around Indianapolis.

Each Session will be 15 minutes and you will get 46% off of Spotlight's Pricing. (If you're nice we will give you 50% but we liked the play on words with it being Super Bowl 46)

Pictures will be made available within days following the Super Bowl.You can either go online to view the photographs and place your order online or come into the Studio to place your order.

Call (317) 894-3666 to schedule your session or email us at spotlightphoto@sbcglobal.net

Team Sports Photography

2011-08-09T10:14:00.000-05:00

While I have not entered the realm of team sports photography, I was once asked by my son's soccer coach to photograph the team as she didn't want the "usual team type pictures". It's not always the photographers fault they're so bad. Color labs that print sport photos often have cheesy templates with an image of a football, soccer ball, baseball glove and so on. Somewhere on the template the photographer types in 'Johnny Smith' followed by 'The Razors'. All the photographer has to do is to drop in the images of the team and the individual player and presto, team photo. I wanted something different for Patrick and his team and while it required a bit more work, I think I managed to pull it off. His team was called 'The Earthquakes', so I used a font to match the team name. In this case I used 'Cracked'. I also have the background of a soccer ball or net. The individual photo is larger than the team. C'mon, think about it, we don't always know the other kids so why not make our child stand out a bit more. And let's face it, they're kids and they don't always like getting their picture taken. Why have a posed photo of them looking so stoic. I think you'll see by the photos that there is indeed, a better way. And the second photo I added is an example of something you're more likely to see, and no, I did not take that photo. Maybe here at Spotlight Photography, we ought to do team photos, I guarantee you won't see anything else like it.

Unite2Fight

2011-07-11T08:19:00.000-05:00

Spotlight Photography had the great opportunity to photograph the Unight2Fight fundraiser at the downtown American Legion Mall for The Little Red Cancer Agency. It was a free family festival and the weather couldn't have been more perfect. It was attended by the Mayor, Radio Disney, Jenny Anchondo of Fox 59 and other notables.

Photographing children at Spotlight photography

2011-07-07T09:54:00.000-05:00

   Ask any portrait photographer what is the hardest age to photograph when it comes to children and you're bound to get as many answers as there are personalties. Back in my 'kiddie photography' days, I would have said one year to about two and a half. We had to stick 'em up on a table with bright lights pointed at them as if they were there for an interrogation. It could be a little intimidating despite all the bubbles that were blown into the air to help draw out smiles.

   I have learned quite a bit about children since I started photographing them in 1977. Of course the best thing is, I have 2 acres to do outside portraits on so plenty of room for the young ones to run around. I have developed a style over the years that does not involve bubbles, squeaky toys, stuffed animals or bouncy balls. Like little Cailyn (above), give them a fishing dock and it becomes a perfect diving board.

   I have photographed almost every member of her family for as long as I've had Spotlight, since May of 1985. Children will always have a good time at Spotlight. Whether checking out the horse barn, running back and forth over the Japanese bridge or climbing on the rocks, they may not want to leave.

Sending Mark to school.....

2011-06-20T14:43:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone! Hope you had a great Fathers Day weekend! I have sent Mark back to school! He is learning lots of new stuff at The Winona Experience in Brown County!

Peyton Manning Children's Hospital

2011-06-11T15:30:00.000-05:00

Back in the middle of 2010, I had the honor of becoming the Director of the Indianapolis chapter of Flashes of Hope. Flashes of Hope is a national non profit organization that changes the way children with cancer see themselves through the gift of photography and raises money for pediatric cancer research. Each month, myself and a group of volunteers go into Peyton Manning Children's Hospital and Riley Hospital for Children and set up a photo studio complete with make up artists from Tyler-Mason salon. All photos are given to the families for free. Yesterday we were at PMCH and our photographer was Jennifer and Andrea was our other volunteer. We had a lot of kids and it was a lot of fun.

Riley Park

2011-06-11T15:07:00.000-05:00

I recently had the pleasure of photographing Cayce and Jordan. Cayce attends New Palestine High School and her cousin attends Greenfield Central High School. I have been photographing this young lady since she was a baby. I couldn't resist playing peek-a-boo just to bring back some old times. And yes, she still cracked up. Half the sitting was at Spotlight and the other half at Riley Park in Greenfield. It's a great place to photograph and both of them did an awesome job.

Mackenzie's Photo Shoot

2011-01-18T13:58:00.000-06:00

We had a great session today with Katie and Dan...and of course Mackenzie!! She is sooo cute!!!

Jazmine in the Snow

2011-01-15T10:13:00.002-06:00

Mark is doing a senior portrait session with Jazmine Johnson from Mt. Vernon High School today!!! It is a great day for photos. I will post some snow pics asap!!!!! Have a great day!!

2100 Weddings

2011-01-13T09:49:00.000-06:00

Mark and Renee' are getting ready for the 2011 wedding season. Come visit us at these upcoming wedding shows...Feb. 26 @ The Community Life Center in East Indianapolis and "Love's Enchanted Path"..A premier bridal fair @ The Creative Arts and Events Center on Feb. 19 in Greenfield! See you there!!

AARWBA 2010 Banquet

2011-01-12T15:26:00.000-06:00

This was great !!! Mark and Renee' got to go to the American Auto Racing Writers and Broadcasters Assoc. Banquet!!! There were about 15 drivers there!! Mark got lots of great pics. We also got to meet and chat w/ Bruce Ashmore,one of the worlds top race car designers!!! WOW!!!

Christmastime......

2010-12-18T10:25:00.000-06:00

Hi Everyone...sorry it's been so long but it has been soooooo busy at Spotlight !!! Mark has done sooo may amazing Christmas cards this year.......here is an example of one of our tri fold cards...this is one of my favorite families !!!!!!

Mike & Becky's Wedding Day

2010-10-26T12:27:00.000-05:00

It's a lovely day in Indy today....NOT !!!! It's OK though...the tornado warnings don't stop Mark ! Thru rain,sleet or snow Mark WILL be there !!!! We have a wedding in Greenfield tonight...Mike and Becky! She will be a beautiful bride !!!!

Andy & Emily's Wedding

2010-10-21T12:00:00.000-05:00

This was such a beautiful wedding !!! Emily was a beautiful bride !!!

Beautiful day !!!!!

2010-10-21T11:57:00.000-05:00

It is a beautiful day at Spotlight !! All the colors are great right now !!! Mark is booked all day with Senior sessions and Families getting Christmas cards done !!! Remember all sessions are 1/2 off right now!! Call us 894 3666 !!!

Christmas Cards

2010-10-20T14:04:00.000-05:00

It's that time everyone !!!! We have already done quite a few Christmas cards for clients !! All sessions are 1/2 off right now so it's a great time to get them done!!! Call now to get scheduled !!! 317-894-3666

Julie...Carmel Senior

2010-10-05T15:32:00.000-05:00

Mark had a great session w/ Julie Kippenbrock from Carmel High School !!! It was a beautiful day and her portraits came out great !!!

Destination Wedding

2010-09-28T14:19:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone!! Its been a very busy week at Spotlight!!! We are getting Mark ready to head to Naples, Florida for a destination wedding!!! He is so excited!!
We have also been working on making Spotlight over for fall. We have lots of beautiful mums out there!!! Our fall scenes look GREAT !!!!!!!

Tatum's Bags of Fun

2010-09-21T10:31:00.000-05:00

We recently had the wonderful opportunity to photograph The White Party, a fundraiser for Tatum's Bags of Fun. Tatum is an amazing 10 year old whose charity's mission is to make a difference in the lives of children and their families who are faced with fighting cancer. Children receive a backpack filled with $350 worth age appropriate goodies. This years event raised $50.000 for Tatum's Bags of Fun. Spotlight donated a portrait session and custom wall portrait and we were very privileged to photograph the event. Laura Steele of Q95 emceed the event and she was great.

Custom Vacation Books

2010-09-01T11:52:00.000-05:00

Spotlight is now offering a new service. Our customers can bring us in their vacation photos and Mark will create a custom book for you!! There are different sizes available in these books. Mark will create each page with custom artwork!!! These are great!!! We have had lots of customers want these so we are giving you want you want!!!! Call Renee' for details 894 3666

Pageant Shoot

2010-08-21T13:50:00.002-05:00

Mark is doing a Pageant Shoot today!! He seems to be getting into everything these days!!! We will post some pics later this week!!!r

Flashes of Hope

2010-08-18T09:45:00.000-05:00

This past Friday we had another Flashes of Hope shoot and it was held at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital. We had an awesome time and of course the kids are the real stars. Flashes of Hope is a non profit organization that celebrates the ever changing appearance of children stricken with cancer. Spotlight accepts donations that will help this wonderful program as all families receive a portfolio with 2 8x10's, all proofs and a CD of all images and there is never a charge.

Summer Days

2010-08-10T12:33:00.000-05:00

Mark is photographing Patrick from Scecina High School today !!! Great day for it !!!
Our intern ,Jess . is working on a custom backdrop for us. She is studying to be a graphic desighner !!!<

Velvet Williams-Greenfield Central High School

2010-08-03T13:49:00.000-05:00

We had Velvet in yesterday with her best friend Dawn and her aunt. We love it when our seniors bring a friend w/ them. I can almost guarantee you Mark will snap one or two photos with your friend so be prepared!!! Velvet is a senior at Greenfield Central High School! We had a great day for her shoot!! It is beautiful at Spotlight right now w/ everything blooming!! I can't wait for Velvet to see her portraits! They came out great!!!

We have a new sale that we just started...NO SESSION FEES!!!!!! You must book your appt. by Aug. 31 and have your portraits taken by Dec. 31. This a great deal!! Call now! 894 3666

Sweet 16

2010-07-21T13:10:00.000-05:00

Mark has had lots of Sweet 16 photo shoots recently!!! They went great!! We love to do these!!!

2010-06-21T11:08:00.003-05:00

Its Raining Its Pouring Mark and Renee are NOT snoring!!! The phone is ringing off the hook with this GREAT sale going on!!! All sessions are 1/2 off PLUS you get FREE 11x14 wall portrait w/ your purchase! What a deal!!

Mark and Renees day

2010-06-16T15:40:00.000-05:00

What a great day! Mark and I have been busy creating some new spaces at Spotlight for Mark to use during his sessions. Today we got to paint! Needless to say Mark is the artist not me! He tells me how he wants it painted and I paint it! Everything is coming out great!
Our outdoor sessions are amazing right now! It is beautiful at Spotlight. Lots of pretty flowers and lots of plants! Looks Good!

Spotlight at the Speedway 2010

2010-05-24T13:54:00.000-05:00

Spotlight has been very busy out at the track this year. Mark went to the Mayor's Breakfast and photographed all of the princesses. He will also be covering the Parade this Saturday. Mark was able to get pictures of Mario Andretti and several other drivers. He will be taking a lot more pictures. Don't forget to say HI to Mark if you see him!! :)

SPRING FLING

2010-05-04T12:10:00.000-05:00

Spotlight is hosting a Spring Fling Vendor Blender

Saturday May 8th from 10-4

@ George Sherman's Model Home at Ridges Over Brandywine

332 Edwards Cove

Greenfield, IN 46140

We will have FREE 20 minute sessions w/ no appointment needed.

You also get a FREE 4x5 w/ session!

Other Vendors Include:

Scentsy Wickless Warmers

Massage Therapy by Laurie

Fun Jumps Bounce House

Mary Kay

Tastefully Simple

and other!

FREE FAMILY PORTRAITS SATURDAY MAY 8th!

2010-05-03T11:15:00.000-05:00

Spotlight is hosting a SPRING FLING May 8th 10-4 in Greenfield at George Sherman's Model Home located in the subdivision Ridges Over Brandywine. There will be local vendors located throughout the home and Spotlight will be offering FREE 20 min. sessions! Bring your family, friends, pets, neighbors, anyone you can think of! No appointment needed but they can be made! Call us at (317) 894-3666 before Thursday to set an appointment or just come on out and see us! :)

J.B. Stephens Wedding Show

2010-03-17T11:09:00.003-05:00

Spotlight had a GREAT time at the Wedding Show on Saturday! We hope all the Brides got Spotlight's goodie box and discount coupon. Remember, all our Wedding Packages are 20% off!

J. B. Stephens Bridal Show

2010-03-01T13:12:00.003-06:00

Attention 2010-2011 Brides

Spotlight is once again attending J.B. Stephens Bridal Show on March 13th from 1-2. They will have many vendors and an ongoing raffle. Everyone is welcome!!! be sure to stop by Spotlight's booth to get 20% any of our Wedding Packages as well as some other goodies! :)

Hope to see you there!

2011 Models

2010-01-25T14:14:00.002-06:00

Spotlight is now starting photo sessions for 2011 Models!

It is a great way to get Senior Pictures for FREE!!

Call or stop by Spotlight for more information!

(317)894-3666

11504 E 10th Street

Indianapolis, IN 46229

Dolce Wedding Show

2010-01-04T14:12:00.002-06:00

Attention all 2010 & 2011 Brides, Mother of Brides, Bridesmaids and anyone else interested in the latest wedding styles and trends!!!

Spotlight Photography is taking part in Dolce Salon & Spa's First Annual Bridal Show. It is taking place Thursday, January 14th from 5:30-8:00. Come out and see Spotlight's newest work as well as take a look at other vendors that include caterers and party rental businesses. Also, Dolce is providing sample services of chair massages, hair styling, make-up, etc. We hope to see you all there! :)

***Dolce Salon is located at 1119 S Rangeline Rd Carmel, IN 46032

For more details please call Spotlight Photography at (317) 894-3666!

2009-10-27T15:35:00.003-05:00

SPOTLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY PET DAY

OCTOBER 31st, by appointment ONLY!

Bring your pet in for a fun filled time at Spotlight and take advantage of our Pet Discounts. Call 894-3666 for more information!

Back To School Special

2009-09-08T12:40:00.003-05:00

Now that some of you have gotten to enjoy the first few weeks of your summer year we hope that nobody is feeling Senioritis yet! To help reduce that Senioritis feeling Spotlight is offering a new special! We will meet or beat any professional photographer's pricing! That's right.....take any price list or add from ANY PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER and we will meet or beat their prices! Sound to good to be true......well call us today with any questions and see for yourself we are serious about wanting you to have the BEST quality of photography along with the BEST price for you budget! We hope to hear from you soon!

Spotlight Photography Staff

(317) 894-3666

(Photography Studios including Walmart, Masterlab, etc. are not considered PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS)

Summer Specials

2009-08-01T12:04:00.004-05:00

Spotlight Photography now has two INCREDIBLE specials going on!!! The first is for SENIORS AND FAMILIES----50% off any of our session fees if you call on or before August 15th! You also receive a FREE 8x10 just for calling in and scheduling your appointment!!! The second special is for 2009-2010 BRIDES---20% off ANY wedding package!!! All of our wedding packages include a free engagement sitting and a free massage for the bride!!! Call today and schedule your appointment before this summer special ends!!!

(This does exclude any appointments or packages that have been previously scheduled or purchased!)

Wedding Season

2009-06-17T14:55:00.003-05:00

The past couple weeks have been CRAZY with weddings, and Spotlight is just getting started!! This week there is a Sat., Wed., AND Fri. wedding! So far everything has gone smoothly and all this rain we have been having has not ruined any wedding plans! :) Well we hope everyone is having a great start to their summer! Don't forget it's never to early to book a wedding or have Senior photos taken!

Sorry! But we are sooo behind on our blogging...........

2009-05-28T12:41:00.002-05:00

The past couple weeks here at Spotlight have been rather hectic! We recently came up with the bright idea of changing out our old computers, and make software updates. We have soon come to realize what a disaster that can be! Without the help of Matthew from Computer Experts we would still be sitting in the office staring at blank computers, or working from computers that turned themselves off literally every 5 min! Renee' at one point was on the verge of pushing the computer off her desk! We would like to take the time to thank our very wonderful and patient customers who have been our motivation through this crazy stressful time!

On a more positive note our Senior Brochure was shipped today, and we hope to get positive feedback and to start scheduling more senior sessions within the next couple of weeks! :)

Also, another goal is to keep up with this blog! So wish us luck! :)

2009 WPPI Convention Las Vegas

2009-02-23T11:41:00.005-06:00

Mark, Renee', and I recently traveled to Las Vegas for the WPPI Convention! We are very excited about all the new products and ideas we are getting ready to add to the studio. We began our trip by catching a plane at 5 o'clock Sunday morning! Need less to say we were all a little on edge! (Next time I will make the reservations!) :) Once we arrived in Vegas we obviously had a few hours before check in so we had a nice breakfast, and then went to register for the convention. That evening the welcoming reception was very unique. Since we were at a conference for wedding photographers WPPI had an actual wedding ceremony, and paused through out the ceremony to show tips in how to photograph a wedding. By the end of the night we were all exhausted!

The next two days were spent at the trade show. The favorite purchase from the day were the new backgrounds we purchased from MadCamp. That evening Mark went and listened to Jeff Lubin while Renee' and I went and saw Monica Sigmon. We went away from that evening with many new ideas! :) We also got to hear Denis Reggie speak on several occasions. He is regarded as one of the top wedding photographers in the world!

After the second day at the trade show we took Tuesday afternoon to explore Vegas! Some of the casinos are simply breathtaking. Once our tour of Vegas ended we all parted ways. I'm not really sure what all Mark did that night, but Renee' and I went and saw Thunder From Down Under. I would have to say that it was a highlight of the trip! We both highly encourage any women visiting Las Vegas to check out this show. All in all we had a very productive trip, and can't wait add our new ideas to the studio!

Check out our photos at web.me.com/spotlightphotography/Site_9/Welcome.html

Spotlight Photography

2009-02-21T11:10:00.000-06:00

Hey everybody! It's me, Katie.

I'll be blogging for you!

Spotlight Photography is currently experiencing multiple changes, and I will be keeping you updated on them!