I am very excited about this one! This is a new and very different kind of contest. I read about this on another blog and thought it was a fantastic idea and couldn't come at a better time of year!
This is a chance for YOU to help ME "Pay it forward" and also get something back in return!
Here are the details: Do you know a family that would love and appreciate custom photography, but it just cannot be a financial priority at this time? Is there someone you know that is in need of a little "pick me up?" The Holiday season is FAST approaching and this is your chance to help spread a little joy and cheer!
If you know a family in need and would like to nominate them to for a very special "Spread the Joy" session, just send me an email at sunshine @ abeautifullight.com and tell me why you think your nominee should be chosen.
*Everyone that submits a nomimee will receive a free session and a free 5x7 portrait! Just for helping to spread the joy! How's that for some Holiday cheer?!*
The family that I choose as the "winner" will receive a fabulous gift of a FREE session and a FREE session album! This is over a $500 value!!
This contest will run through October 15, 2007, so get your entries in before then.
I am so excited about doing this, so spread the word and help spread the joy!
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
A personal post- My father's birthday
Well, I had my well thought out, lengthy post typed out and lost it. Grr!
I have to get the kids in bed though, so this is going to be the short version. I will come back and revise it later.
Today would have been my father's 57th birthday. He died on August 1st of last year. He was way too young, but even if he had been 100, it would still have been too soon.
This song reminds me of him. Every time I hear it, I cry. He was in a coma for days before he died and I wanted so much for him to open his eyes, and walk out of that hospital. God had other plans.
I love you, Dad.
I have to get the kids in bed though, so this is going to be the short version. I will come back and revise it later.
Today would have been my father's 57th birthday. He died on August 1st of last year. He was way too young, but even if he had been 100, it would still have been too soon.
This song reminds me of him. Every time I hear it, I cry. He was in a coma for days before he died and I wanted so much for him to open his eyes, and walk out of that hospital. God had other plans.
I love you, Dad.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
More Holiday Card samples!
We have so many different styles of Holiday and Christmas cards to offer for "Holiday in the Park." Here are some of the other styles and some of Kellie's work. Thank you Kellie for letting me post them!
We still have both morning and afternoon appointments available, so call or email ASAP to reserve your time slot!
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Look at these gorgeous little ones! Sneak Peek!
I had so much fun photographing these beautiful kids. When I arrived at their home, I could hear the oldest saying "It's Miss Sunshine! It's Miss Sunshine!" I instantly knew it was going to be a great time!
They all had the most amazing eyes!
Look at this perfect little angel. She was so so precious.
This handsome little man is also a FRESH FACES winner! Congrats Mr F.
And Mr. C. He looked SO handsome in this hat. He was so sweet.
Thanks for letting me come hang out with you guys! And thanks, Mr. F for helping me carry my things to the car! :)
They all had the most amazing eyes!
Look at this perfect little angel. She was so so precious.
This handsome little man is also a FRESH FACES winner! Congrats Mr F.
And Mr. C. He looked SO handsome in this hat. He was so sweet.
Thanks for letting me come hang out with you guys! And thanks, Mr. F for helping me carry my things to the car! :)
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Sneak Peek! Fresh Faces winners. :)
Oh. My. Goodness.
These 2 could not have been any cuter! I had a GREAT time photographing them. Mr. N is 3.5 and Miss M is 5. They were perfectly adorable! Those eyes! That skin! Those curls! I could go on and on. :)
These 2 could not have been any cuter! I had a GREAT time photographing them. Mr. N is 3.5 and Miss M is 5. They were perfectly adorable! Those eyes! That skin! Those curls! I could go on and on. :)
Friday, September 7, 2007
Just for Kenneth. :) Tagged again.
Ha! Well, another talented photographer Kenneth Deboe has tagged me! Kenneth is such a great guy that he deserves his own post, so even though I have posted my 8 things, I am posting 8 more. Just cuz!
1. I get sea sick and car sick (if I am not driving).
2. I love David Lynch and love *almost* everything he has ever done. I had a chance to see him and a do a Q&A in Dallas on his new movie Inland Empire and missed it! I was devastated (not really, but close!).
3. I do not eat beef, pork or chicken.
4. We have a beta fish named Eddeddekka. Yes, you read that right. My daughter named "her."
5. I am left-handed, which is supposed to mean I am creative or something. :)
6. I am part of a "trio" of high-school best friends. One of them was murdered when she was only 20. The other is still my dearest friend and I love her and feel she is beyond "best friend" status and is now just "family." Love you Jen!
7. My favorite lenses to shoot with are primes. The 85mm is workhorse lens.
8. My childhood dream was to be a ballerina and to eventually teach and run my own studio.
I am tagging (I will try to add more later).
Susan Robichaud
Gen Lamky
1. I get sea sick and car sick (if I am not driving).
2. I love David Lynch and love *almost* everything he has ever done. I had a chance to see him and a do a Q&A in Dallas on his new movie Inland Empire and missed it! I was devastated (not really, but close!).
3. I do not eat beef, pork or chicken.
4. We have a beta fish named Eddeddekka. Yes, you read that right. My daughter named "her."
5. I am left-handed, which is supposed to mean I am creative or something. :)
6. I am part of a "trio" of high-school best friends. One of them was murdered when she was only 20. The other is still my dearest friend and I love her and feel she is beyond "best friend" status and is now just "family." Love you Jen!
7. My favorite lenses to shoot with are primes. The 85mm is workhorse lens.
8. My childhood dream was to be a ballerina and to eventually teach and run my own studio.
I am tagging (I will try to add more later).
Susan Robichaud
Gen Lamky
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Holiday Portraits in the Park!
I am so excited! My friend and fellow photographer Kellie Friedman will be joining me to offer a limited number of Holiday Portrait sessions this year.
We have created specially priced packages with beautiful, custom designed Christmas and Holiday cards. Need a gift idea for grandparents? We are also offering slideshows, albums and more!
The cards we are offering this year are absolutely beautiful. We have several designs to choose from. I am sure you will find one you love!
The sessions will be quick and painless, approx. 20 minutes each, and will take place at beautiful Lakeside Park on October 6th.
If you would like more information, or would like to schedule a session, please email me a sunshine@abeautifullight.com.
Here is just a small sample of the cards available. Aren't they fantastic!?
We have created specially priced packages with beautiful, custom designed Christmas and Holiday cards. Need a gift idea for grandparents? We are also offering slideshows, albums and more!
The cards we are offering this year are absolutely beautiful. We have several designs to choose from. I am sure you will find one you love!
The sessions will be quick and painless, approx. 20 minutes each, and will take place at beautiful Lakeside Park on October 6th.
If you would like more information, or would like to schedule a session, please email me a sunshine@abeautifullight.com.
Here is just a small sample of the cards available. Aren't they fantastic!?
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
I have been TAGGED. :)
Oh my goodness. I am gonna have to post about ME today. My very talented photographer friend Jodi Getz tagged me on her blog.
I love that she calls it "old people tag!" Haha! No running involved.
Okay, so 8 things you don't know about me.
1. I love reality TV. I particularly love MTV's reality TV (Real World, The Hills, Laguna Beach. Yes, all that super cheesy, mindless reality TV!). I am also an avid Big Brother watcher in the summer.
2. I regret never having photographed my father with my children. I do not have any pictures of him with my daughter and only pictures of him with my sons when they are itty bitty (they were 10 and 14 when he died). People, if you own cameras, TAKE PICTURES of your children with their parents (you!) and their grandparents often. Don't worry about the right light, the right clothes, the right location. Take snapshots. They matter more than you can imagine in the big scheme of things. :)
3. My house is never clean enough. With 3 kids it seems impossible to keep my house clean for longer than an hour. I am a neat freak so this stresses me out on a daily basis. :)
4. I feel guilty for driving a V-8 SUV. Every time I go somewhere I think about how much I am polluting the environment! I need to make a change but it is hard with a large family (I know, excuses, excuses!).
5. I do NOT like ice cream! I know, weird, right? Very *very* occasionally, I will have some crazy concoction from Cold Stone Creamery, but I have never been able to eat the whole thing.
6. I am married to the most supportive, positive person I have ever known. I consider myself very blessed to have a built-in cheerleader, motivator, mediator and advisor who asks nothing at all of me. He even does his own laundry!
7. I have a Starbucks everyday. No exceptions. A Venti Sugar-Free Vanilla Non-fat Latte.
8. I think if people are thinking of getting a pet, they should check the local shelters first. There are so many good dogs and cats out there that need a good home. I have a shelter dog and she is the smartest, best dog I know! :)
Now, it is my turn to tag someone! Or 8 some one's!
Kristie Kulik
Carrie Steffe
Cari Lyn Photography
Tara McGlinchey
Christy Lacy
Natalie Knabe
Lisa Russo
Kate Austin
I love that she calls it "old people tag!" Haha! No running involved.
Okay, so 8 things you don't know about me.
1. I love reality TV. I particularly love MTV's reality TV (Real World, The Hills, Laguna Beach. Yes, all that super cheesy, mindless reality TV!). I am also an avid Big Brother watcher in the summer.
2. I regret never having photographed my father with my children. I do not have any pictures of him with my daughter and only pictures of him with my sons when they are itty bitty (they were 10 and 14 when he died). People, if you own cameras, TAKE PICTURES of your children with their parents (you!) and their grandparents often. Don't worry about the right light, the right clothes, the right location. Take snapshots. They matter more than you can imagine in the big scheme of things. :)
3. My house is never clean enough. With 3 kids it seems impossible to keep my house clean for longer than an hour. I am a neat freak so this stresses me out on a daily basis. :)
4. I feel guilty for driving a V-8 SUV. Every time I go somewhere I think about how much I am polluting the environment! I need to make a change but it is hard with a large family (I know, excuses, excuses!).
5. I do NOT like ice cream! I know, weird, right? Very *very* occasionally, I will have some crazy concoction from Cold Stone Creamery, but I have never been able to eat the whole thing.
6. I am married to the most supportive, positive person I have ever known. I consider myself very blessed to have a built-in cheerleader, motivator, mediator and advisor who asks nothing at all of me. He even does his own laundry!
7. I have a Starbucks everyday. No exceptions. A Venti Sugar-Free Vanilla Non-fat Latte.
8. I think if people are thinking of getting a pet, they should check the local shelters first. There are so many good dogs and cats out there that need a good home. I have a shelter dog and she is the smartest, best dog I know! :)
Now, it is my turn to tag someone! Or 8 some one's!
Kristie Kulik
Carrie Steffe
Cari Lyn Photography
Tara McGlinchey
Christy Lacy
Natalie Knabe
Lisa Russo
Kate Austin
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