Day 18: January Special

Every month I offer a “special”. I decided that January would be the perfect month to offer black and white only sessions. I’m sure I’ve mentioned before how much I despise winter. Yes, I love Christmas music and a chai latte in a “red cup”, but let’s be honest…from a photographers perspective, there isn’t much to love. Winter is very monochromatic (there’s a good spelling bee word for you) and the only positive thing about the winter months is that we can wear giant sweaters to hide extra “holiday” pounds.
So since there is no life and “color” to be found in January, it is the perfect time for a black and white session.
**Offer expires January 31st, 2010

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Day 17: DIY Edition

Just a few Do-It-Yourself projects that I wish I had the time to try out. Maybe it will inspire one of you readers. If so, be sure to let me know how it turns out for you:)

1) S'mores Kit from Twig and Thistle

2) Ribbon Ornament from Martha Stewart

3) Holiday Card Display from Swanky Tables

4) Beautiful Gift Wrapping from Style Me Pretty

5) Miniature Flower Garland from OnceWed

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Day 16: Five Faves!

I was reminded that it's about time for another installment of "5 Faves"!!! Here are a few of my favorite things....right now:)

1) NSYNC Christmas....don't judge me! It's probably the best Christmas Album EVER, though nothing compares with Shane Everett singing "It"s beginning to look a lot like Christmas." Check it out on youtube.


2) LOST. Need I say more? I am dying for the new season to start!!


3) My TOMS! Seriously THE most comfortable shoe I have EVER put on my feet. Come to think of it, I should probably put them in the wash because I got them wet at a shoot and now they are smelly.

4) Catwalk Root Boost! The longer my hair get, the heavier and flatter it gets. I have decent waves, they are just flat waves. This product does a fabulous job of giving me thicker, fuller body.

5) CHIPOTLE!! I need some of this yummy goodness in my tummy right now! Nuff said!

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Day 15: Joy of Marketing

I am super excited about this Websummit coming on December 28th. I may just have to lock myself in a room with my computer to hear every bit of advice these speakers have to offer. It's going to be awesome!


http://joytotheworld.thejoyofmarketing.com/

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The Nichols {FAMILY}

I am very used to working quickly when young children are involved. Typically, children under the age of 6 or 7 do not last very long when it comes to "portraits". I usually take what I can get...but most of all I just want the experience to be enjoyable for them. These two precious girls were definitely not the "typical" children clients. They were so patient and just kept smiling and following instructions. This family was a lot of fun!

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Day 13: Etsy Wish List

So, if you've been reading my blog for any length of time, then you know that I am kind of obsessed with Etsy.com. I thought I would share a few of the things that I would be purchasing right away, IF I could justify spending money on myself this time of year:)



1. Heart Necklace: $23.00
2. Namaste Necklace: $27.00
3. Rosebud Headband: $23.00
4. Bird Earrings: $13.00
5. Linen Barretts: $12.00
6. Blue Purse: $25.00
7. Charcoal Scarf: $25.00
8. Vintage Earrings: $6.00

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Day 12: First Look

As a photographer, I always suggest to my brides that they choose the “First Look” option. The wedding day is always less stressful and the moment shared between the bride and groom BEFORE they become husband and wife is so special.

A lot of times the bride is totally for the First Look, but it is the groom that is skeptical. Jasmine Star interviewed some of her 2009 grooms and asked them to share about their First Look experience. I thought it was a great post, so I will pass it along to all of you couples who are still trying to decide.

Jasmine Star’s First Look Interviews!

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