Celebrating 80 Years in Photography} 1932 – 2012

Happy New Year!

Clair Pruett is proud to announce that this year, 2012, marks the 80th Anniversary of our first studio opening at 52nd and Walnut Streets in Philadelphia, PA in 1932.

We are so appreciative of being on your Guest List for so many important events in your lives – weddings, portraits, bar and bat mitzvahs, family reunions, corporate shoots, high school seniors, children, pets and so many more…

Thank you to our loyal customers who have turned to us to capture their special moments. We are so grateful and proud to be celebrating 80 wonderful years in this region as a premiere photographer to your families.

Please join Clair Pruett in a year long celebration of a third-generation family-owned business – A Philadelphia Tradition for 80 years.

Sincerely,

Rich Pruett and Amy Reese

Co-Owners of Clair Pruett

Winner! 2012 Best Of by TheKnot.com!

Clair Pruett 2012 Winner theknot.com

Jessica & Anthony

Jessica and Anthony Boscaglia joined in marriage at St. John the Baptist and celebrated this wonderful moment with their friends and family at the Marriott in Downtown Philadelphia. Their portraits were done downtown as well, which as you’ll see captured their fun spirits.

Photographed by Doug
Assisted by Jenn
Video by Tony

Tina & Jinwoo

Tina & Jinwoo trailer from Clair Pruett on Vimeo.

Tina & Jinwoo are such a fun loving and adorable couple. They had two beautiful ceremonies with a wonderful reception to follow at the Inn at Penn.

Photographed by Gary
Assisted by Jen

Video by Bruce

Theresa & John

 

 

 

Theresa and John were so wonderful to work with. What a fun loving couple. They exchanged their vows at Immaculate Conception in Jenkintown with a wonderful reception to follow at Knowlton Mansion. What a lovely wedding to be a part of. Theresa and John started their life together on June 24, 2011.

Photographed by Gary
Assistant: Jenn

Ashley & Drew

 

 

Ashley and Drew from Clair Pruett on Vimeo.

This couple was so much fun! Ashley and Drew exchanged their vows at Nativity BVM in Media, PA.  After taking their official formal photos as man and wife, they were escorted to the Merion Tribute House by Trolley to party the night away.

Photographed by Doug and Laura

Video by Ray

Kristen and Jon

 

They were worried about rain on their wedding day and where they would have their portraits taken. Located in close proximity to their reception site (Sycamore Restaurant) was the beautiful and historic Lansdowne Theater. After suggesting this to them, they contacted the theater and these were the results. So when thinking of your wedding formals think outside of the box and you can have as beautiful pictures as Kristen and Jon!

Photographed by Dan

Amy and Thomas

Amy and Thomas’ gorgeous ceremony and reception were held at Manorhouse at Commonwealth.

Photographed by Tim and Jeremy

Bridget and Anthony


Bridget and Anthony were married on a beautiful day this spring. Their ceremony was at St. Simon and Jude followed by the Desmond Hotel for their reception.

Photographer: Maureen

Wedding Video

2010 Demo from Clair Pruett on Vimeo.

For optimum viewing, hit pause, allow to load fully and enjoy!

Wedding Gift Registry

Planning the perfect wedding without the perfect budget? Not to worry! With our new Gift Registry, you can ask your family and friends to help you with some of the wedding expenses.

Whether you need one of our award-winning Photography collections, or the ultimate in Video coverage, all you need to do is speak to one of our Sales Consultants to set up your own, unique registry. Then your guests can contribute to these extremely important facets of your wedding memories.

We will custom make special cards with instructions that you can simple e-mail any specific guest explaining how it works…your guest simply makes a payment in any denomination towards your product and service of choice.

When you think about it, how much fancy china, silverware or household appliances do really need? A wedding heirloom DVD is a timeless gift, allowing you to relive your special day forever.

Call us today to set up your wedding registry at Clair Pruett Photography & Video.

How to avoid the biggest mistakes 8 out of 10 couples make when booking their wedding photography and video.

Look for a full service studio with a solid reputation that has decades of experience and a Staff of photographers.

You should feel comfortable knowing that in case of an emergency, accident or illness which prevents your photographer or videographer from making your wedding, that a back up Staff will be ready to go. Some people refer to this as “memory insurance”.

Look for quality and value. Ask the studio if they have won awards and to see testimonials, and what do you get included in their packages. Do not settle for mediocre images, inferior quality, and inadequate coverage at a very expensive price. Remember, “Cheap is expensive”…

Make sure the vendor you choose has a Tax ID and carries a Certificate of Liability. Wouldnt be a shame to hire a Photographer to cover your wedding, and then realize that he or she does not have liability insurance, and then your reception venue tells you that they cannot work there!

Make sure the studio you choose offers both photography AND video. Not only is it convenient for you to one-stop shop, but also think about the harmony and teamwork approach that will be implemented at your wedding instead of a competitive environment for the “shot”.

Lastly consider value. Most recent surveys suggest that a couple should plan on investing 10% of their entire budget on Photos, and another 10% on their Video. As they say, the guests leave, the food is eaten, the Band went home, and all thats left are your images. Invest wisely, as there is only one chance for success!

Corporate (Executive, Realtors, etc) Portrait Specials

Image is everything! Now is the prefect time to update your image for your Website, LinkedIn, Facebook, company profile, and all printed literature.

For a limited time, get a 30 minute portrait session including 3 clothing changes, multiple backgrounds and poses, plus the all the images retouched and high-resolution on CD for your unlimited usage!

All this for only $245. Call today to book your session.

*Group discounts offered. WE CAN TRAVEL to you location.

Please e-mail rich@clairpruett.com with specifications for a custom quote.

*(please include amount of subjects, and if you need us to go to your office, or if you will come to one of our studios).

The Simple Truth…

The Simple Truth:

You do not have to pay a fortune for incredible wedding photos & video.

Interested? Then please read more…

With introductory photography packages starting at only $995, and video starting at $1295, it’s no wonder that Clair Pruett is your perfect choice!

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TOP 10 REASONS TO CHOOSE CLAIR PRUETT PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO:

1) QUALITY – No other photographer/studio in the area has won the prestigious Philadelphia Magazines wedding photo contest more times…Clair Pruett has received this award for 7 consecutive years! Also, the knot.com Best Pick in every year from 2007 through 2012!!

2) BACK-UP – Hey, life happens! Photographers are people too. Accidents and illnesses happen. We have the best back-up procedure and Staff so you don’t have to worry!

3) VALUE – Where else can you find Award-winning quality at prices that start at $995? Also, take 15% off our entire Invitations and stationary product lines!

4) MEMORY INSURANCE – Would you like the option of owning your digital files on DVD? We offer this option on all of our photography collections!

5) STYLE – As you can see surfing our site, we combine ultra-chic photojournalism with the proper amount of traditional coverage to meet everyone’s expectations, and styles.

6) CONVENIENCE – Clair Pruett has 3 locations in the Delaware Valley for your convenience.

7) CHOICES – You have the option of choosing from a super hip coffee table book, a more traditional leather bound album, or a simple slip-in style album. We also carry a beautiful selection of frames, gifts for your attendants and photo accessories.

8) EXPERIENCE – Did you know Clair Pruett has been photographing Brides and Grooms in the Philadelphia area for 3 generations? That’s right…78 years of experience!

9) FREEDOM OF CHOICE! – Our collections give you the flexibility to exchange any product for equal value. For example, if your collection includes a second parent album that you do not need, you just trade the value for something else, like extra prints in your album! No questions, just flexibility for you!

10) HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT – As a fully digital imaging studio, Clair
Pruett no longer uses the harmful chemicals used in the creation and processing of film, and are proud that we are a very nature friendly studio.

Again, thank you for choosing Clair Pruett…where we service each and every customer one “click” at a time.

Lisa and Jonathan

Lisa and Jonathan were married at the beautiful Immaculate Heart of Mary in Wilmington, Delaware. After their ceremony they celebrated with friends and family at Harry’s Savoy Ballroom.

Photographed by Danielle and Barbara

Clair Pruett Wins the knot coveted “Best of Weddings” for 2011!

Clair Pruett has been chosen as a top wedding professional in “the knot Best of Weddings 2011″!

What sets this honor apart from others is that its not just your colleagues (or even The Knot) bestowing this award on your business but rather the recognition comes from real brides who were thrilled with the level of service you brought to their wedding day.

This is the fourth time that we have won this great award!

Facebook Fans Special – For Brides

Wedding Photography & Video:

1) Simply become a “fan” on our Facebook Business Page, and receive $100.00 credit towards any extra finished photographs from your wedding!

2) Receive 10% off our most popular collection, The Emerald. Save up to $500 before 3/31/11.

Offer valid through 3/31/11

Alicia and Chris

Alicia and Chris were married on September 9, 2010 at the groom’s parent’s beautiful residence.

Photographed by: Tom

Facebook Specials!

FREE family portrait session!

As a Thank You to all of our clients & Facebook fans, we are excited to offer a very special opportunity just for you…

Now through November 25, schedule your FREE (reg $75.00) family portrait session at any Clair Pruett location. (Offer good Tuesday’s through Friday’s).

A fresh, updated Family portrait makes for the PERFECT Gift for the Holidays and beautiful Holiday cards!

We look forward to scheduling your photo session! Make sure to call today to reserve your session! :)

Lindsay and Brad

Lindsay and Brad had their ceremony and reception at the gorgeous Ballroom at the Ben.

Photographed by Gary N.