Spread the joy, reduce the expense of holiday gifts Christmas stories tell of images of sugarplums, but for those who bid on either a $150 or $500 photo package from Troutman Photography, those images could be of almost anything, from family portraits to grace holiday cards to pictures of real sugarplums for caterers. Beginning at 7:30 a.m. Saturday Dec. 6 KRKT radio station will offer both these packages, and more than 100 others offered by local businesses similar to Troutman’s, at its annual radio auction. Listeners are invited to participate by calling 541-926-8628 or 503-588-0222. A $5 bid minimum is required. Special prices on buy it now products will be offered for those who prefer to purchase items outright. “My son’s first yawn” said photographer Daniel Troutman, “that’s my favorite picture.” Troutman has been snapping pictures of everything from family members to fine cuisine since he was 16 years old. Based in Jefferson, Ore. he’s traveled from the mountains to the coast and all over the Willamette Valley for the best on-location shot. And he makes house calls. “Children especially are more comfortable in their own environment which in turn creates a better picture,” said Clare Troutman, Daniel’s wife and [...]