As I write this, my son is getting ready for bed and is excited to put his warm, fuzzy jammies on. I hope to join him soon, as I would like nothing better than to be warm and comfy with the satisfaction of a full, productive day behind me. I have experienced a lot of warm fuzzies this week.
Today, I was very fortunate to receive a lot of amazing stuff from a photographer named Scott - somewhat of a rock star in my line of work. He and his wife have committed to raising over $100,000 for charity this year. They choose a different charity each month to put their efforts toward- so long as it pertains to a child. This month, the charity is Maggie, who is in the hospital. Scott has materials and seminars for photographers, and I was able to bid an insanely low amount and get an amazing amount in return - and all the money goes to Maggie. They were able to raise over $2,000 in one day with their efforts! Talk about a warm fuzzy.
It makes me so grateful that my children are healthy. A friend of mine isn't so lucky. Her son, Hyde, has a rare disorder that there is not a cure for. To raise awareness and funds, they are holding the second annual Hike for Hyde on April 17 : http://www.hike4hyde.com/. If you're available, it's a wonderful day for everyone. And you certainly will go to bed with a warm fuzzy - because nothing feels better than being able to help another who could use it.
I'm going to be working with some photographer friends in the near future to do some things for our community. I have a few ideas, but welcome yours. What would you like to see? Is there a charity you'd like me to support? I have lots of ideas! Just call or email me when yu have a moment - I'd love to hear from you.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Friday, February 19, 2010
Bunnies and seniors and families... oh my! Look for some great products that we will offer only to our Class of 2011 Seniors. In the meantime - I am looking at the sweetest bunnies I've ever seen! I'm getting ready for our bunny sessions in March. If you purchase a Spring Bunny Session, you'll receive a complimentary family session to be used later in the year!
I'm also working hard on the studio. I'm adding new sets and a new sales room. I look forward to showing it off in the near future.
Here's to hoping you have something as sweet in your life as these bunnies! Enjoy!
I'm also working hard on the studio. I'm adding new sets and a new sales room. I look forward to showing it off in the near future.
Here's to hoping you have something as sweet in your life as these bunnies! Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
The outlook for 2010...
A few weeks ago I drove to Nashville to attend Imaging USA, the PPA's (Professional Photographers of America) annual photo expo. They estimated that over 12,000 photographers registered for the show. It was packed! The seminars were informational, the people I met were energetic and optimistic, and the overall experience was invaluable to me. I was honored to attend. I look forward to next year in San Antonio!
I was also very grateful to meet a few photographers from around here. It's funny how sometimes we go a long way to get to know people in your own back yard. In addition to my friends Zandra (a wonderful photographer in Buckhead) and Debra (another from Madison, GA), and Susan from Virginia, I got to know Keith and Sandy Key from right here in Cumming. I feel very lucky to be in the same town as them and look forward to getting to know them and their beautiful family even more.
Most people would be shocked that I am mentioning a "competitor" on my blog. But, I will tell you that we have a wonderful community of many talented photographers here in Forsyth County. And we only compete with ourselves. We all have unique styles and focus our talent in the way that both allows us to express our passion for our art and run a business doing what we love. And what we do truely is art.
We create images that inspire you, move you, document a life, and preserve a memory. Our images are priceless and only increase in value over time. As a photographer, I am passionate about these moments and love to create them for my clients.
I feel very lucky that I can call my "competitors", "friends". I also feel truely blessed to earn a living from my passion.
I am looking forward to the energetic optimism continuing throughout the year. What a great beginning!
I was also very grateful to meet a few photographers from around here. It's funny how sometimes we go a long way to get to know people in your own back yard. In addition to my friends Zandra (a wonderful photographer in Buckhead) and Debra (another from Madison, GA), and Susan from Virginia, I got to know Keith and Sandy Key from right here in Cumming. I feel very lucky to be in the same town as them and look forward to getting to know them and their beautiful family even more.
Most people would be shocked that I am mentioning a "competitor" on my blog. But, I will tell you that we have a wonderful community of many talented photographers here in Forsyth County. And we only compete with ourselves. We all have unique styles and focus our talent in the way that both allows us to express our passion for our art and run a business doing what we love. And what we do truely is art.
We create images that inspire you, move you, document a life, and preserve a memory. Our images are priceless and only increase in value over time. As a photographer, I am passionate about these moments and love to create them for my clients.
I feel very lucky that I can call my "competitors", "friends". I also feel truely blessed to earn a living from my passion.
I am looking forward to the energetic optimism continuing throughout the year. What a great beginning!
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