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Oh my goodness! Is Isabella ever a sweet little 13-day-old pumpkin! She was an absolutely adorable (and sleepy!) model for us today!
Her Mama told me that she was always in this pose when they went for sonograms, so I was so glad we captured it today:
The new family:
Matt & Leila, I am SO excited that I’ll be getting to see you guys (and sweet Isabella!) a lot more over the next year! I can’t wait to see how she grows! Your full gallery will be ready soon – promise!
So… how ya been? I’ve been out of town! I was trying not to say it outright before I left in case some crazy who knew where I lived wanted to come and steal my… dog? cat? I dunno…
Oh! Before I get any further, please pardon this commercial break: Current clients – you only have 2 days left before the holiday ordering deadline! Eep! I know there are still several orders floating out there…
Anyway, my immediate family and I flew out to New Orleans Tuesday night and got back Friday evening – we just went to have a little fun, see the sights, and eat ourselves silly. In my infinite wisdom, I chose to only take my little point-and-shoot camera. It’s a really crummy point-and-shoot camera – the kind that would make people say “she has a photography business?!” So, please excuse the noise-y (not loud, but grainy), point-and-shoot-y-ness of these images!
We stayed in the Sheraton on the edge of the French Quarter on the 49th floor. It was awesome! Here’s our view at night:
And Canal Street, where our hotel was, at night:
Fast forward a bit here (I didn’t take too many share-worthy photos throughout the trip) – Wednesday, we ate and shopped our way through the French Quarter (woohoo!). Thursday, we had our Thanksgiving meal and watch a LOT of football. Friday, we went down to River Road to see a plantation or two. We toured the Nottoway Plantation:
Some details from Nottoway (I got really enamored with light fixtures there…). Of course, flash photography was not allowed in the historic home, so I did the best I could with crummy little point-and-shoot.
Can you see the other lady who brought her nice camera in the background taking pictures too?
So, lesson learned on this shoot: Either A) Get a better point and shoot or B) realize that I love taking photos so much that I just need to suck it up and bring my big camera with me where ever I go. The trip was a blast, though! I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!
Black Friday deals are here, my friends! I’m offering 2 ways to save in 2010 this year:
Buy One, Get One Sessions!
Purchase 1 session at the regular 2010 price ($125), get one free! This would be great for those who want portraits in the spring wildflowers, but also want seasonal images in the fall for holiday cards. Or Mamas-to-be who want just a maternity session and a newborn session. Or mamas that have 2 kiddos and want birthday images of both children. Or… the list goes on and on! Sessions purchased must be used in the 2010 calendar year. Sessions scheduled on a first come, first served basis. This offer cannot be applied to a Baby’s First Year plan. Sessions not used in 2010 will be forfeited. All sales are final.
…OR…
50% Bonus on Gift Cards
Purchase a gift card, and receive a 50% bonus in value. For example, if you buy a $50 gift card, you’ll end up getting $75 in total value. These would make a great stocking stuffer! Gift cards will be good for the 2010 calendar year. Any credit not used in 2010 will be forfeited. All sales are final.
Both deals are only available through 11:59 PM on Friday, November 27, 2009, so act quickly!
Click here to go to the Black Friday sale! Password: blackfriday
Today, I am soooooo incredibly thankful for my wonderfully awesome clients that have made this year so AMAZING for me! I am planning all kinds of ways to repay your kindness over the next year!
The “office” is closed for Thanksgiving as of… well… right now. All phone calls will be returned on Monday. All orders that come in over the next few days will be processed on Sunday. I will be available on a limited basis by e-mail: deena@deenariley.com. If you have any questions or problems placing an order while I’m out of the office, please put “URGENT – ORDER” in the subject line to receive prompt attention!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for all of the blessings y’all have bestowed on me – your business, and more importantly your friendship! Love y’all! Happy Thanksgiving!
I’ve known Abby for a couple of years now – we used to work together – and I was so excited when she e-mailed wanting to do a shoot for her family. Well, the shoot soon grew to include her parents and her brother and sister in law! So much fun! Here are just a few for a sneak peek:
Carson was a little ball of energy!
Thanks for such a great shoot, Abby & Company! Your full gallery will be here soon!
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