Blueberry Lane Photography ~ The Blog

Wedding by exception

2011-08-12T13:28:00.000-04:00

I do not typically shoot weddings, but this was an exception. What a cute couple!

Babys first year...

2011-08-12T13:25:00.000-04:00

What an adorable session I got to do for this beautiful baby boy. I have many sessions I am still working on and many that I have not had the time to share. We are getting ready to move to South Carolina so if you are interested in booking a session before Blueberry Lane is gone, please email me asap. :)

Im still here...

2011-07-18T13:22:00.000-04:00

I promise I am still alive and taking pictures. I keep forgetting that I have this blog. Im bad at sharing my sessions with blog-land. I have been posting regularly on my "cleaning and organizing" blog. Im busy with photography & nursing, as well as trying to enjoy what we have left of summer here in Ohio. I hope you are all having a fun filled summer as well. :) ~Toni

Booking up now for spring...

2011-03-02T16:01:00.001-05:00

I have not posted in FOREVER! I just wanted to stop by, say hi, and share a cute picture from a recent session. I am booking spring sessions now. Get them while they are here! I will start shooting on location sessions around the end of April. I will only be scheduling one session per week and when they are booked, I will not take any more. I have 3 jobs now and Im super busy with my schedule.

Happy Birthday E!

Special 50% off portraits from previous sessions...

2010-12-05T13:53:00.000-05:00

Get it while its here! As a gift to you, Blueberry Lane is offering 50% off all previous session portraits. This is a one time offer and will be gone Tuesday! All sessions older than 1 year will be cleaned off my hard drive to make room for new sessions. Email me with any questions. When ordering, please mention this post to receive special offer.

Merry Christmas! See you in February.

One of my most beautiful clients!!!

2010-11-18T12:16:00.003-05:00

I am so behind on posting but had to share this session. She is just gorgeous! :)

This is a picture of her from a session a couple years ago. She has grown so much!

Rolls, rolls, and more rolls...

2010-11-18T12:10:00.001-05:00

Maternity session...

2010-11-18T12:05:00.000-05:00

Beautiful family!

2010-11-02T14:15:00.000-04:00

ADORABLE family!!

2010-10-27T15:58:00.000-04:00

Sock monkey...

2010-10-19T15:02:00.000-04:00

Abigail wanted me to take pictures of her with her sock monkey today. She is so beautiful!

Little man...

2010-10-17T19:38:00.002-04:00

Sneak peek...

2010-10-16T15:51:00.000-04:00

There will be more of this fun family to come!!

Going back home...

2010-10-16T11:36:00.004-04:00

I went back to my home town to shoot this session... It reminded me of how beautiful it is where I grew up. Lots of wide open spaces, horses, ponds.. and just breathtaking nature. The family was a lot of fun as well!

Autumn...

2010-10-13T09:53:00.000-04:00

Why does custom photography cost so much?

2010-10-08T07:37:00.001-04:00

The digital revolution has brought amazing flexibility and ability to control various factors during the image taking and making process. Photographers, the hobbyist, the professional, the amateur all benefit from this ability to manipulate pixels. However, with flexibility comes a price. Digital camera equipment is still considerably more expensive when you factor in its' lifespan, the need for additional resources for processing those images, the time it takes to get a usable image and the effort that goes into creating a work of photographic art. We all know that you can go to the local Walgreen's and pay a $1.99 for a print – as a client you may wonder why you may pay upwards of $50, $70, $90 for a custom photography print. Photographers hear this statement every once in awhile:

"How in the world can you charge $60 for an 8×10 if it costs me less than $2 to print at x store?"

The truth of the matter is the answer to this question is multifaceted. Much of the cost of a photographic print produced by a professional photographer has a lot to do with the time, equipment costs, artistic vision and reputation of the photographer not to mention expertise and the usual costs of running a legitimate business. The cost of TIME Approaching it from a time standpoint, let's imagine that you have hired a photographer who has work that you love. This photographer is traveling an hour to your destination to photograph your session. Here is an example of a time break down:

booking time: 30 minutes to one hour (client contact time + paperwork)
pre-session prep time (30 mins – 1 hour, includes equipment and back up equipment checks + vehicle checks)
one hour travel time TO session
15-30 minutes prep time at client's home
90 minutes-2 hours with client photographing subject
one hour travel time FROM session
30-45 minutes uploading time from digital cards from camera to computer
30-45 minutes time spent backing up the original images
2-5 hours editing time to present you with a diverse gallery of edited images
1 hour prep time getting ready for ordering
2-3 hours time with client for ordering images
1 hour sorting through and checking order
30 minutes-1 hour prep time for delivery
30 minutes-1 hour getting order shipped
any additional phone time or time needed for add on ordering, shipment issues, quality issues

In this example, the time spent per client can range from just under 13 hours to 19 hours – dependent on the photographer's level of service. This is time dedicated only to ONE session. When the photographer charges $150-$300 for the photo shoot (aka SESSION FEE) you are not just paying for the two hours of session time, you are paying the photographer for 12-19 hours complete time for your session.

The COSTS of Maintaining a Custom Photography Business:

Regarding equipment costs, a good quality professional camera with a selection of good optical quality lenses and digital storage mediums and computer set up can run from $10,000-$30,000 costs dependent on the photographer. Even though you can purchase a really good quality digital SLR for about $2100 there are still other costs related to photography. A good lens for portrait photography can run from $900 to $2500. A dependable computer system with software loaded for business and creative usage can run $2500 to $8000 dependent on the photographer. Then come lab costs for specialty products. A good photographer knows their professional lab is an integral part of their success. These labs often cost more and offer a range of products that allows the custom photographer to continually offer new, innovative products for the discerning client.

Discussion on other costs of running a photography business could take awhile so we'll skip many of the intricate details. An overview: the costs of running the business, taxes, studio rental/mortgage if the photographer has ownership of a dedicated studio, vehicular costs, costs of advertising/marketing, costs of sample pieces that the photographer will likely bring to your session, etc.

APPLES to ORANGES to BANANAS: Often times clients will mention to their photographer that X studio in the mall/department store only charges $19.99 for an 8×10 "sheet" or they may mention other things related to discount photography chains. The fact is those discount chains make their money on volume, not on customized 1:1 service. In February 2007 a company who has leased photography retail space in a rather well known discount retailer closed down 500 of their portrait studios across the nation. The reason it happened is simple, you cannot make money on 99¢ "professional" prints if you do not sell enough of them. Interestingly enough – those same studios that offer the loss leader packages often charge much much more for their a la carte pricing vs. many custom photographers (as high as $40-50 for an 8×10).

A little history – the whole reason the big department stores began offering portrait services in the first place was to get you, the savvy consumer, in through their door so that you could spend more money with them in other departments. Your "PORTRAITS" are considered the "loss leader". Your portraits that are meant to symbolize a once-in-a-lifetime stage in your child's life are part of what a store considers a way to get you in there door to spend more money on goods that you might not really want or need but because you're there "anyway" you buy.

Also keep in mind that when you go to a chain studio, as a consumer, you don't have the benefit of 1:1 attention for 2 hours at your home where your child is allowed to explore, play and be comfortable in their home environment, nor do you get the experience that many custom photographers are known for as well as the lovely captures of natural expressions. You simply get a bare bones, "SAY CHEESE" experience.

REPUTATION/EXPERTISE of the PHOTOGRAPHER: There is an old story about a ship that cost a company millions of dollars. Something went wrong in the engine room and the ship was stuck in dock. They called various "experts" who spent weeks trying to fix the issue to no avail and at a cost of tens of thousands of dollars. Finally a older gentleman was called in who simply brought in his small tool bag and a hammer. He set about pinging on various parts of the vast engine with his hammer, finally settling on one area. He spent a few minutes pinging in that area, took out a few tools and fixed whatever what was wrong. After a few moments the man straightened up, looked at the captain and instructed him to "start her up." The captain disbelievingly went to get the engines started while the man sat in the engine room listening as the engine roared to life. The man tipped his hat as he exited the ship to the staff who sat dumbfounded because they had seen all the experts come on board for days with their expensive equipment only to have the ship not fixed. This man did it in a few minutes with a few pings of his hammer!

A few days passed and the man sent the shipping company a bill for $10,000. The accounting department contacted him immediately. Why all the rumors mentioned that this man had only spent "a few minutes" fixing the ship "with his hammer and a few other random tools". When questioned about why his bill was for $10,000 – did he accidentally leave an extra zero on the bill? The man confidently responded: "In fact the time was worth the $1,000. The other $9,000 was for the years of experience and the ability to discern the issue as quickly as possible for the company."

Now I'm not saying that photographers fix large ships but being in demand, being well known for quality work, having a good reputation often costs time on the photographer's part (years of practice, study, experience, etc). A photographer's expertise comes at a cost, their time learning their craft and learning the intricacies of lighting and the commitment put forth on their end to create a persona about their business that oozes professionalism. A great number of photographers go a very long time from the time that they purchase their first good camera to making money at the business of photography. Many photographers, when first starting out, rush in thinking that the business will be easily profitable in no time, how expensive could it be to get a camera and use it to create their dream? These photographers often undervalue what they do because they have the realization that they do not have experience or expertise but are very adept at pushing the shutter on the camera. Many times these casual "professionals" neglect to factor in the cost of business, the cost of equipment, software, back ups, etc.. When you hire a photographer of sound reputation, you are hiring an expert, one that knows that they must always reinvest in their business to create the reputation of being top notch. To create good work a photographer possesses not only sound knowledge in the technical and creative aspects of photography but also good, reliable equipment and back up equipment.

The photographer who desires to be known as better/best/unparalelled reputation-wise knows that the most important thing they can do for their business is reliability and dependability. This is how reputations get built. Good work often is a wonderful side product of building that good reputation.

I hope this (lengthy) article helps shed some light on WHY a custom photographer is a better choice for your family's memories. The photographs that are produced as a result of the professionalism and dedication that your photographer has will be cherished for a lifetime (or more) and great thought and consideration should be placed into hiring who is right for your family's most precious investment.

content is inspired by discussions with other photographers, www.professionalchildphotographer.com, & outline based on an article by San Diego Photographers Caught On Film Photography

Vintage baby...

2010-10-05T09:28:00.002-04:00

Fall-time family picture (sneak peek)...

2010-10-04T18:14:00.005-04:00

Sweet family...

2010-09-30T09:21:00.000-04:00

Family portraits...

2010-09-27T15:36:00.002-04:00

Fall time is here. Its time to get YOUR family portraits! Email me for availabilities.

Senior session...

2010-09-15T10:05:00.004-04:00

Isn't she gorgeous?

"Grandchildren"

2010-09-10T13:23:00.000-04:00

I absolutely LOVE this picture. I wish I had one of my own. :)

Cute little brown eyed girl!

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Cute little blue eyed boy!

2010-09-10T12:27:00.000-04:00

Bubbly...

2010-08-26T16:39:00.002-04:00

Senior session...

2010-08-26T11:25:00.000-04:00

Christmas Photo Shoot Special!!

2010-08-26T11:21:00.002-04:00

This year, I am offering a special "Christmas Package". This special package is only available for sessions scheduled for November, and its a first come-first serve basis. I will offer 8 sessions.

The "Holiday Treats" package includes:

Your session fee (a $75.00 value)
1-11x14
2-8x10's
3-5x7's
16 wallets
25 Christmas Cards with envelopes
*Unlimited poses (rarely offered)

All for $225.00!

*You may order additional prints & cards at a la carte pricing. I offer sessions in my home studio (up to 3 people) or on location (within 30 miles). I will have the 2010 Christmas cards up on my website within the next month. Offer only good for new sessions.

Dates available

11/1 (1:30 studio)
11/7
11/12- booked
11/15 (1:30 studio)
11/21
11/28

Fall sessions

2010-08-12T10:06:00.020-04:00

Its getting closer to the leaves falling... autumn is right around the corner. I have limited sessions left for fall, so if you are wanting to book, please let me know soon! Here is what I have left...

9/2 - booked
9/12- booked
9/25- booked
9/26- booked
10/2- booked
10/3-booked
10/10- booked
10/14- booked
10/15- booked
10/16-booked
10/17- booked
10/22-booked
10/24-booked
10/28-
11/4-
11/7-
11/12- booked
11/21-
11/28-

... My last session for Christmas pictures is 11/28. I will be on vacation starting December 1-February 1. I will accept newborn & maternity only during that time.

Sweet siblings...

2010-08-03T12:01:00.000-04:00

Its always a pleasure to photograph this sweet-sweet family! I have seen big sister grow up, since 8 months old. Now, Im excited to see little brother grow with her. Just adorable.

Sneak peek...

2010-07-31T17:08:00.009-04:00

Once again, I had the privilege to photograph Dr. Alexandrunas and his beautiful family. Their little one is getting so big! This is a neat part of being a photographer, getting to see little ones grow & photograph them every few months. You can visit Dr. Alexandrunas at www.granvilledental.com.

CD of session now offered!

2010-07-22T10:52:00.001-04:00

A new special!! I have never offered a CD of images from sessions, so here it is... For all orders $575.00 or more (pre-tax), you will receive a CD of all the images (high res. with copyright).
Last summer session availabilities... 7/25, 8/14, 8/28, 8/29.

On another note, I will no longer be offering family sessions in my studio, only newborn & children. Keep this in mind when booking. I will still offer family sessions on location, of course.

*I will be on vacation from August 3rd-August 11th. Any emails or bookings will be taken care of after those dates. Have a wonderful summer.

Retro Dairy Queen...

2010-06-25T10:25:00.001-04:00

Patiently waiting...

2010-06-23T10:07:00.001-04:00

Daddys side kick!

2010-06-14T12:06:00.002-04:00

Strawberry pickin' day...

2010-05-19T11:33:00.000-04:00

Vintage.Frames.

2010-05-10T15:36:00.003-04:00

I have been selling several vintage ceiling tin frames lately. I ordered a 4x10 beaded board frame for my "new" kitchen. I will be putting in another order next week, if anyone is interested in ordering one. They are beautiful!

Vintage.Girl.

2010-05-10T13:58:00.004-04:00

I was going through some more vacation pictures and found these of Abigail at the beach.

Vintage.Baby.

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Beautiful sunset...

2010-05-05T22:27:00.012-04:00

In her daddys hands...

2010-04-26T14:46:00.002-04:00

Baby doll session!

2010-04-25T19:23:00.005-04:00

Handsome man...

2010-04-25T18:14:00.006-04:00

I had a session this evening with a BEAUTIFUL family! I can't wait to finish editing the pictures. Here's a sneak peek!

Precious newborn

2010-04-24T10:39:00.000-04:00

2010-04-20T19:20:00.001-04:00

You may be wondering where I have been. I have a new family blog, where I post regularly. You can find me there! :)

Here is the link... thehammersleyfamilyblog.blogspot.com

Spring has arrived

2010-04-13T10:23:00.004-04:00

2010-03-17T15:06:00.000-04:00

Booking sessions for Mothers Day now! I have 4 sessions left. I'm offering a special Mothers Day Package. For $149.00 you get 2 11x14, 2 8x10 & 2 5x7 & 16 wallets (not including session fee). This is a special UNLIMITED POSES package! Get it while it lasts. What a great mothers day gift for you mom, wife, or grandmother. Email to set up a date! The sessions must be before 4/26 to get your photos back by mothers day.

Dates are...
4/11
4/12
4/18
4/25

Beach photography sessions!

2010-03-11T12:33:00.000-05:00

I am considering teaming up with another photographer from West Virginia, to create a beach vacation "family portrait package". We are planning on photographing during the week of July 4th. We will be in Myrtle Beach. If you are interested in booking a beach session with me, please email me for more details. We may be visiting more beaches this summer, so if you are interested in a beach session and you are vacationing at another beach, please let me know. You never know, we may be at your beach! Call 740-817-1737 or email blueberrylane@columbus.rr.com for details. Let me know if you are interested in seeing the packages.

Sweet

2010-02-12T16:03:00.001-05:00

Carrington

2010-02-12T10:59:00.003-05:00

Abigial just adores her puppy Carrington. She can't get enough of her. I made a storyboard for them. Im going to try to find a fuscha pink frame to place this picture in (for her bedroom).

My new juicer

2010-02-11T12:30:00.002-05:00

It has arrived. I sold my greenstar juicer on ebay to trade in for this new one. Its the Breville Icon Juicer. The main reason I switched was because of convenience and time. The Greenstar IS the best juicer out there, but I found myself not wanting to juice anymore, because it took to long to assemble and clean the juicer. I can tell when I am not eating properly and when Im juicing, I feel healthier and have much more energy. Its good for me too!

Griffith

2010-02-10T13:48:00.002-05:00

Ella

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Fresh

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Sweetness

2010-02-02T19:25:00.000-05:00

Baking brownies

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A beautiful work of art.

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Sack of sugar...

2010-01-24T20:47:00.004-05:00

Abigail Grace

2010-01-24T15:24:00.002-05:00

Winter Session Availability

2009-12-30T14:51:00.004-05:00

Happy New Year! Im still on vacation, but I wanted to share my open sessions left for the next 2 months. If you are interested in booking a session, please email me. Thank you!

1/17/10- booked
1/24/10- booked
1/27/10

2/3/10
2/8/10- booked
2/9/10- booked
2/17/10
2/21/10
2/24/10

Guess what came in the mail today???

2009-12-09T18:17:00.003-05:00

My Financial Peace University Home Study Kit! John and I are so excited to soak in all of the knowledge that Dave has about getting and living financially free. I will keep you all updated on our progress and thoughts as we go.

I Do Not Choose to Be a Common Man (Woman)

2009-12-08T13:42:00.020-05:00

I Do Not Choose to Be a Common Man

It is my right to be uncommon—if I can.

I seek opportunity—not security. I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me.

I want to take the calculated risk; to dream and to build, to fail and to succeed.

I refuse to barter incentive for a dole. I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence; the thrill of fulfillment to the stale calm of utopia.

I will not trade freedom for beneficence nor my dignity for a handout. I will never cower before any master nor bend to any threat.

It is my heritage to stand erect, proud and unafraid; to think and act for myself, enjoy the benefit of my creations and to face the world boldly and say, “This I have done.”

By Dean Alfange

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*Originally published in This Week Magazine.
Later printed in The Reader’s Digest, October 1952 and January 1954.

My close friends know that I am on a mission to become debt free. That means, no credit cards, no car payment, no mortgage payments, no student loan payments... blah, blah, blah! My plan is to become debt free in 24 months (not including my mortgage). I have made the decision to regain control of my finances, and take the hard earned money back from "the banks" who have so quietly taken a percent here and a percent there, for far too long! I have made a promise to myself, to not borrow another cent, as long as I can help it. Hopefully never again. To assist me with this mission, I have the support of a lovely christian man named DAVE RAMSEY. Some of you may have heard of him. He has his own radio talk show, television show & has written many books. (He is on the radio every day from 3-5pm). I have been listening to him religiously (and so have my husband and kids). He also offers a financial class called "Financial Peace University", which is most often offered at churches. The class is 13 weeks long, which was going to be a bit of a hassle for us to make it to there every week, so we decided to purchase the home study kit. We will be able to study it home, without missing a class. If you are like me, and are tired of living payday to payday and just not ever feeling like you are going to get ahead, you MUST go to his website! Or go to the library and get his books Total Money Makeover or Financial Peace Revisited. Both of these will help you to become debt free, sooner than you may think! I recommend attending a class at your local church as well. And, listening to one of his radio shows... He is a millionaire who lost everything, went bankrupt & broke, and built his fortune back up again, wisely. He shares how he did it.

Pause the music at the bottom of the page, to hear these videos.

My (EARLY) Christmas Present...

2009-12-08T11:46:00.005-05:00

Last night, the UPS man delivered my Christmas present. Its a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer. I have wanted one since I could remember. I BOUGHT IT WITH CASH! Im so excited to use it! This is my favorite color, which is shown throughout my kitchen. I even have a can opener in this robins egg blue color.

Happy (early) Birthday Abigail ~ and vacation, here I come!

2009-12-01T13:56:00.010-05:00

Im three weeks early (December 20th is her birthday) taking Abgails birthday picture this year. I needed to get it done so I could make her invitation. She was just a doll posing for me. Her outfit was a sale item from Carters. Thats my new favorite store. I dont shop at gymboree anymore. I think there quality has declined over the last three years. I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. I am now on vacation from my photography until the first of the year. It was a very busy fall and Im blessed to be able to call this my job. Thanks to everyone who I have had the pleasure of photographing this year. Anyone who is wanting a session may still email me, to set up a date for next year. January is pretty open and February has a couple of sessions left.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Fall-time...

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Grace did not want to look at the camera! Although, I love the candid simple shots. Dont they all look adorable in their outfits?

Blue eyed little boy...

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... on the run!

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This is one of my best friends, and her two beautiful daughters... Under this picture are the rest of the gang. Haley, the oldest girl, is my dd's bf. (Angel, Im starting to sound like you... OMG!)

Senior session...

2009-11-20T09:44:00.003-05:00

Bowling with preschool friends... (pause blog music)

2009-11-12T15:36:00.001-05:00

Make a Smilebox scrap pages

Better late than never...

2009-11-10T10:03:00.004-05:00

This year the kids picked out their own costumes... I was a little apprehensive, since I am a control freak, but it worked out well. Alex got her skirt at a garage sale this summer for 50 cents... the scarves and shirt at the thrift store. While we were at the thrift store looking for accessories for alex, abigail pointed out a strawberry costume... and went crazy. She LOVES strawberries! I was tickled that it was adorable and it was only $3.99. Gavin chose a costume from Family Dollar for $7.00. So, in all we spent less than $15.00 for three costumes. When Alex was younger, I used to go to the disney store and spend $75.00 for a costume & accessories and not think twice about it. What was I thinking? I think that is just pure silliness. As I am typing this, I am talking to my sister on the phone and she just said that she got 2 kids costumes at walmart last night for 70 cents each. I will be visiting walmart today or tomorrow. I am on a mission to save as much money as I can, and getting the best value. I would rather put the extra money in savings, instead of in a costume that my children are going to wear for 2 hours. The cookies above were baked by my neighbor, who is a fabulous baker! YUMMY!

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Brothers & Sisters...

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Brown eyed girl...

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Lazy days...

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Senior session...

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Our tournament game...

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The football players arrived to the high school field in style, in the Buckeye Bus.

Barlow Girls & Superchick Concert

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The girls had to get a picture in front of the "tour" bus...

Below: Hannah, Alex, Allison, Haley

They got to meet Superchick and Barlow Girls after the concert.. to sign autographs. Alex was so tickled!

Superchick came on before Barlow Girls... Alex REALLY liked superchick.

After the show, the girls had to show off their new concert shirts and posters.

The first two songs on my blog are Superchick and Barlow Girl. They are both christian girl bands. A band named Vota also played before the girl bands came out. They were great too!

All american family...

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Card #1

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This card is a trifold and also has a back with pictures and wording.

Card #2

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Card # 3

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Card #4

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I have more examples coming. I am not posting all of my cards, so if you would like to see more, please email me!

2009-10-14T14:00:00.004-04:00

Here are all of my Holiday Card Collections this year. These may be purchased with your session. The cards are press printed & come with envelopes. Please email me with any questions. Pricing is as follows...

Folded 5x5 $50.00 for 25
Folded 5x7 $70.00 for 25

Flat 5x5 $40.00 for 25
Flat 5x7 $60.00 for 25

Trifold 5x5 (has 6 sides) $70.00 for 25

In deep thought.

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Angel eyes

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I just cant stop editing this album. They are all beautiful.

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My new planner is already scribbled full of things that need to be done. The rest of october is full, I have 2 sessions left in November, and a couple in December. Email if you are still in need of a session before winter hits. My 2009 Christmas card collection will be on the blog in a couple more days. Stay tuned! Cheerleading is almost over. We start tournaments this weekend. Then Gavin will start Basketball. Oh, he is gonna look so cute in his little gym shorts!

Fashion diva!

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My new blog...

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I have been wanting a new blog for quite a while. Change is good! This is not going to be my permanent blog, but a transitional one instead. I have a new blog coming soon, that is more my "style". You will have to wait and see, keep checking back. Also, remember to scroll down to sign up to follow me on blogger. I would love to have you!