Mother's Day Contest

A photographer buddy of mine convinced me to try this. :) So let's see how it goes...

Starting today, and running through Friday, April 27th we are having our very first Mother's Day contest. Here's what I want you to do:

Write a letter, a poem, or whatever you want telling me about a special mom you know. She can be your mom, the mother of your children(hint, hint Dads!!), or any woman who plays the mother/just like a mother role. Entries can also come from mothers sharing how their lives have been touched by their child/children.

The details:

• I will not be judging the entries myself, but will be leaving the difficult decision to an impartial third party. So don't get mad at me!! :)
• Entries must be received by 11:00 pm Friday, 4/27/07
• Send your entry to alicia@baybreezephoto.com and put "Mother's Day Blog Contest" in the subject line.
• Feel free to be creative and have fun with this and let us feel the love! :)

The prize:

The winner shall receive a complimentary session for up to 5 people. Session must take place by July 31, 2007. This prize may not be exchanged and is not redeemable for cash.

Sound like fun? Well, get writing!! If you have any questions, just let me know!

Charlee Katz Creations

A few weeks ago I was asked to take photographs for the website of a new business. I had so much fun doing this, and since I think the products are adorable, I thought I'd share. Charlee Katz Creations is currently offering a gorgeous variety of handmade hats and scarves. You're gonna want one!!! :) If you like what you see below, check out their website: http://www.charleekatz.com

Woo Hoo! I do LOVE springtime!!

This was my first outdoor session this year. I was more than a little excited to get out of the studio. This little doll enjoyed being outside as well. She even had her toes in the water! No way was I that brave! Oh, what I wouldn't do for these curls...

Finally some photos to share!

I will begin posting more regularly, I promise! It has been a bit crazy getting things up and running again and I've had quite a few technical difficulties. I think I'm back on track now! I guess we'll see...

I wanted to share a couple of the cutie pies I've gotten to play with recently. First is my little mover! He is curious and he is FAST ladies and gentlemen! :) Fortunately he is also sweet and adorable and gave me 15 minutes to get a couple of Easter photos. Thanks for coming by little man! I hope your Daddy had a great birthday!


Next is Baby G. So sweet and fresh and not the least bit tired. :) His mommy really wanted some sleeping newborn shots and we sure had to work for them! They were definitely worth it though!

I have a ton of newborns due to arrive in April and May, so if you are expecting and thinking about a session, please contact me soon so I can note your due date. I don't have a lot of extra room in my schedule right now, so I want to make sure I leave some time open for you!

Looking for a few good Juniors...

First let me say thank you to everyone for all the fun birthday wishes! I have A LOT of gifts to print up and wrap. I can't wait to see what everyone gets! :)

I am currently working on a separate website for my senior portraits. I should have it up and running by the end of the month. There is just too much information specific to my seniors to cram it all into my regular site.

So setting up the new site has forced me to begin planning for the class of '08. I am beginning to look for a new group of senior ambassadors. I need one student (who is currently a junior) from each of the high schools in Calvert County & St. Mary's County. Here's the scoop:
~We will get together for about 15 minutes for a quick photo shoot. (Preferrably sometime in April) With these photos I will make up promotional cards for you to pass out to your classmates.
~You get one referral and your real senior portrait session is free.
~Each additional referral earns you a $30 print credit to be applied to your portrait order.
~You will receive other gifts & discounts based on your number of referrals.
Easy work with potentially huge benefits. Send me an email if you are interested or have a son/daughter who would be interested. Send your inquiries to: alicia@baybreezephoto.com or you may use the contact form on my website.

Back to proofing! Next time I post I'll have some new work to share!

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY! IT'S YOUR GIFT!

Happy Birthday to me!! :) So, I was trying to think of a fun contest to run today in honor of my big day. All I could come up with was guess my age, but that could become pretty depressing real fast, so I nixed that one. Instead I am going to make this REALLY easy for you! All you have to do is send me an email today wishing me a happy birthday and you will get a gift at your next session. Here are the rules, so there is no confusion:
~You must email me by midnight tonight (March 1, 2007)
~My email address is alicia@baybreezephoto.com or you may use the contact form on my website. I will NOT be answering the phone. I gave myself the day off! :) So emails only please.
~Offer is good for new clients as well as current clients
~Session must take place by October 1, 2007 in order to receive your gift. (You need not book today).
~I will make up one gift for each email I receive and wrap them all. At your session you will choose your gift.
~They will have no cash value and may not be traded or exchanged for other prints or products. (It is a present after all)! So what you choose is what you get.
~Gifts will range from sets of wallets to a free session. I promise they will be really good gifts!!
~Share this with as many people as you'd like. There are no limits to the number of gifts I will give.

Feel free to get creative with your birthday wishes. I'm very easily amused! :) I hope you all have a wonderful day! I plan to!!

Just about that time!

So one more week and I am officially back in business! I hope you all are excited about your upcoming sessions as I am!

Couple of things. I have been working on a newer, prettier :) information packet, and they are printing out as we speak. So if you've booked a session and have been patiently waiting for your packet, it will be on its way very soon.

May is almost completely booked. As my schedule stands right now, I only have one more session still available in May. Just letting you know if you are thinking about a nice spring session, you might want to get in touch with me soon!

Hey Dads-I still have some sessions open in March and April! Be a super hero and surprise her with portraits or beautiful, sterling silver photo jewelry for Mother's Day!

See you all very soon!!!