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February 8, 2014

“Impressions from January : a personal project” Anchorage Child Photographer

‘Impressions‘ is a creative project by an eclectic group of female photographers from around the globe. We aim to share the inspiration behind what we do through our monthly posts.

On the 8th of each month, we will be sharing 8 images that tell the story of what inspired us in the previous weeks: our families, nature, weather, or maybe even work itself! We are free to explore the meaning of ‘impressions’, and it is likely to change month to month.

Happy Valentine’s Day! For this month I wanted to just share a bit about my mini sessions and of course my set testers 😉 I LOVE doing mini’s. I offer them a few times a year and they allow me to create a set around a specific theme. I love the creativity involved and letting my mind wander. Last year I did Easter, Bait Shack, Fall, and Winter Wonderland. This year I have a few fun theme’s in mind that I can’t wait to put together! My first mini’s of this year were the Valentine’s Day mini’s. Planning for these starts months in advance and I start working out dates, packages, set details, props, etc. Then about a week or so before the mini’s I complete the set and bring my testers in to work out any kinks. Usually the set isn’t 100% complete when I bring them in (I always change my mind about things at the last minute lol), but it gives me a good idea of how things are going to work. So as you can see a lot goes into the mini’s and they truly are a blast!

So check out my little testers below and then head on over to Antonina Mamzenko’s website to check out her inspiration!

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Frame: Organic Bloom

Dress: The Measure

Pink and White Hair Pretty: All Things Ribbon

Valentine Theme Dress: Corinna Couture

Floral Dress and Hair Pretty: It’s A Bow’s Life

Metal Heart: Glitter Farm

December 13, 2013

12 Days of Christmas BONUS DAY! {Anchorage Child Photographer}

Today is a bonus day, yaaaaaaaay! I am sad though! I have really enjoyed this giveaway. It has been a lot of fun and I certainly couldn’t have done it without all of  YOU participating and just being awesome. I couldn’t have done it without all the fabulous donations either, so thank you everyone! It’s been a blast and I’m already looking forward to next year! Bigger and better every year right?! 😉

So today is a bonus day and we have THREE, yes THREE fabulous prizes! So that means THREE winners!

First Prize:

8X10 White June Organic Bloom frame with Let it Snow Print. Print can be removed and your own picture added 😀 I can not tell you how much I love these frames. They are a huge hit among all my clients and my most popular offering! They are the perfect accent to the images that you want to be showstoppers!

Here’s a few look books to see all the super fun ways to display these frames:

http://theorganicbloom.com/blog/lookbook-issue-no-2

http://theorganicbloom.com/blog/lookbook-issue-1

Prize #2:

Gorgeous dangle earrings with Swarovski Crystals and lampwork beads from Sweettooth Studio out of Ohio. These earrings are absolutely stunning. I am the proud owner of a pair from this talented lady and I absolutely ADORE them. The designs and colors are just amazing. They are so comfortable to wear too 😀 You can see more of her offerings on Etsy as well, https://www.etsy.com/shop/sweettoothstudio. FYI, I wanted to keep this pair for myself as well 😉

Prize #3:

A session with LMP 😀 You can use it towards a session fee for a regular session or use it to book a slot for mini sessions in 2014. 😀

So here are the rules! Make sure you are a fan of my page, then go leave a comment on Sweettooth Studio.  Just show a little love and say hi!  Enjoy her gorgeous pieces while you are there. You might drool a little 😉 Then come back here and leave a comment on this post that you visited the other page. Please spread the love and share this post on your page! Just come back and leave a second comment that you shared it on your FB page (extra entry for sharing 😀 ). Comments close at 8:30 PM and I will I will randomly draw THREE WINNERS from the comments. Unfortunately comments after 8:30 can’t be counted. If you don’t see your comment right away, don’t worry, there is a spam filter and all comments must be approved 😀 Good Luck and have fun!

The Prizes:

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December 12, 2013

12 Days of Christmas Day 12 {Anchorage Child Photographer}

DAY 12!!!!! Thank you everyone for such a fun 12 days! We have a bonus day coming tomorrow so don’t forget to check back 😉  Today we are featuring my pals at Skinny Raven Sports! It’s not just a running store! It’s the hub for the entire active community. They host Tuesday Night Pub Runs, many races,  and feature local clothing designers such as Hulin Alaskan Design and Kittiwake. They also have THE BEST selection of Dansko’s, boots, and Smart Wool Socks! If you aren’t sure about getting on the running bandwagon, don’t worry, I’m pretty sure they carry yoga pants 😉 If you haven’t explored the store yet, head on over tomorrow night for their Second Friday event from 6-8 at their downtown location featuring local designers and artists!

Brooks are my favorite running shoes, they have been for years and since I have found them I will not let them go 😀 If it’s not broke don’t fix it, especially when it comes to the perfect running shoes 😀 They are the perfect fit for me 😀

Taken from the Skinny Raven Page “Brooks Running is hosting a contest to select the most Transcendent city in the U.S. The winning city receives $10,000 toward local trail improvement. Unfortunately, Anchorage was NOT in the voting. Go to the attached link and LIKE our post and if Anchorage wins Skinny Raven Sports will match Brooks contribution dollar for dollar!
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=621474877915770&set=o.8595605828&type=1&theater&notif_t=like”

How awesome is that! Thank you Skinny Raven!

So here are the rules! Make sure you are a fan of my page, then go leave a comment on Skinny Raven Sports.  Just show a little love and thank them for help fostering such an amazing active community!  Then come back here and leave a comment on this post that you visited the other page. Please spread the love and support local by sharing this post on your page! Just come back and leave a second comment that you shared it on your FB page (extra entry for sharing 😀 ). Comments close at 8:30 PM and I will I will randomly draw the winner from the comments. Unfortunately comments after 8:30 can’t be counted. If you don’t see your comment right away, don’t worry, there is a spam filter and all comments must be approved 😀 Good Luck and have fun!

 The Prizes:
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December 11, 2013

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 11 {Anchorage Child Photographer}

Just two days left and, well, todays is pretty awesome! Last year Katie generously donated the Blue Moose print. This year she’s donating this adorable moose family!!! It’s gorgeous! If you haven’t ventured into Katie Sevigny Art studio yet, you are seriously missing out! Katie is uber talented and captures the vibrant beauty of Alaska flawlessly! She also features lots of local talented artists and her downtown studio is a must stop. I wander in frequently 😀 So stop in soon to check out all the fabulous artists AND enter the ugly sweater contest from December 9-20th. How fun is that!?

So here are the rules! Make sure you are a fan of my page, then go leave a comment on Katie Sevigny Art.  Just show a little love and say hi!  Then come back here and leave a comment on this post that you visited the other page. Please spread the love and support local by sharing this post on your page! Just come back and leave a second comment that you shared it on your FB page (extra entry for sharing 😀 ). Comments close at 8:30 PM and I will I will randomly draw the winner from the comments. Unfortunately comments after 8:30 can’t be counted. If you don’t see your comment right away, don’t worry, there is a spam filter and all comments must be approved 😀 Good Luck and have fun!

 The Prizes:
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December 10, 2013

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 10 {Anchorage Child Photographer}

Wow! So close to the end and I’m kinda sad. I LOVE giving these goodies away and supporting local! Thank you everyone for playing along!!!

Today is an extra special giveaway! TWO prizes! A 4 week Art Class from Sweet Adeline’s AND a pink toddler hoodie in a size 4/6 from Alaska Chicks!!!

Z loves the art classes at Sweet Adeline’s!  She often asks if it is an art day 😀 Jessica offers a wide variety of classes for all ages and mediums. She has a new larger location perfect for the new classes at 4240 Old Seward Highway Suite 11 in Anchorage. If you haven’t tried a class yet, your kids are missing out!

I photographed these hoodies for Alaska Chicks this summer and my girls loved them! They are so soft and comfy and such a cute design for the kiddo’s!

Both of these gifts make great last minute stocking stuffers!

So here are the rules! Make sure you are a fan of my page, then go leave a comment on Sweet Adeline’s AND Alaska Chicks .  Just show a little love and say hi!  Then come back here and leave a comment on this post that you visited the other pages. Please spread the love and support local by sharing this post on your page! Just come back and leave a second comment that you shared it on your FB page (extra entry for sharing 😀 ). Comments close at 9:30 PM and I will I will randomly draw the winner from the comments. Unfortunately comments after 9:30 can’t be counted. If you don’t see your comment right away, don’t worry, there is a spam filter and all comments must be approved 😀 Good Luck and have fun!

 The Prizes:
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December 9, 2013

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 9 {Anchorage Child Photographer}

Day 9 already and we still have lots of fantastic goodies in store! Today’s prize is for you fellow adventure dreamers and snow bunnies! I have a hoodie from Alder Patch and it is my absolute favorite!!!! It is super comfy and holds its shape very well. Plus, the design, pretty much awesome. I LOVE it! Since I don’t get to keep the prizes and I am giving them away, I can’t wait to order something from her Etsy shop, I actually already did while I was loading this ;)! You can actually see today’s prize here on Etsy.

Here is more about this fabulous designer:

Alder Patch Art
www.alderpatchart.com

Samantha is an Anchorage-based artist who has grown up enjoying the freedom and wildness of Alaska. This unique place that she calls home continues to inspire her art-making. She works primarily in the mediums of apparel design, graphic design, and photography. Samantha is inspired by joie de vivre, wayward adventures, and by the places & people that we cross paths with along the way. Her work resonates with others who are compelled to follow their wanderlust into the woods or across time zones. Samantha sells her artwork on her Etsy website (www.alderpatchart.etsy.com), and locally at Dos Manos Gallery. You can find her on Facebook, however please contact her at her Etsy page for orders.

So here are the rules! Make sure you are a fan of my page, then go leave a comment on Alder Patch.  Just show a little love and let her know what your favorite design is!  Then come back here and leave a comment on this post that you visited the other page. Please spread the love and support local by sharing this post on your page! Just come back and leave a second comment that you shared it on your FB page (extra entry for sharing 😀 ). Comments close at 8:30 PM and I will I will randomly draw the winner from the comments. Unfortunately comments after 8:30 can’t be counted. If you don’t see your comment right away, don’t worry, there is a spam filter and all comments must be approved 😀 Good Luck and have fun!

 The Prize:
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