Garrett's Light

FAMILY, MUSIC AND KITE FESTIVAL

October 3, 2009 - 12 - 5 - At the Music Pavilion
Presented by
Garrett’s Light

The first annual fundraising event to raise money and awareness to educate children on preserving, ex- ploring and enjoying our natural resources through learning and playing in our parks.

The money raised will go to The Friends of Quiet Waters Park and will be used to support activities in the park with special attention to children's nature programs and longer term programs to benefit the park and the Chesapeake Bay community.
Bring your family to enjoy music, kite flying, story-telling and other nature activities.

$10/adult, children (17 and under) free, $5 event kites for sale day of festival

For additional information and to register, please go to:
http://friendsofquietwaterspark.org/fmkfestival_register.html

Ryan @ 2!

Another adorable 2 year old! Just look at this face. . . he is so precious. Mom couldn't believe I was able to photograph him and capture the images that I did get of him. It is always so rewarding to me when I exceed the parent's expectations!

Bryce at 2!

Here's a fun image from this adorable little boy's 2-year old session.

We had to reschedule to photograph him another day because he was not feeling well at all for his session. It was so cute when he came back the next week . . . he went directly to the tub we originally started with and picked up where we left off. How smart was that for a 2 year old!

Boys will be boys . . .

This session was a referral from another client who also has two boys. It seems to always be a challenge when putting two or more siblings together but more of a challenge when they are boys! I must admit, I did work really hard for this session. I am so pleased with the results we got and the parents were also very happy with their selection of images. This image was the wall portrait that they selected.

Newborn Baby Boy

Meet baby Nicholas . . . winner of a recent contest that was held by Vivienne Photography. The parents received a complimentary studio session and an 11 x 14 of the selected image.

Just 9 days old . . . this little guy didn't want to miss one moment. He would not fall asleep. . . no matter what we did to soothe him. I don't know how we managed to get this image, but we did! Thank you to Joe & Dawn for participating in our contest. I hope you enjoy this image of your precious little boy for many years to come!

Baltimore Harbor Lighthouse

We sailed past the Baltimore Harbor Lighthouse last week on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon. Just as we were passing it, I noticed a man came out from inside.

Apparently, the lighthouse is being restored . . . here's some info on the lighthouse:

http://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=423

http://www.baltimorelight.org/home.htm

Choices for portrait clothing . . .

I am enclosing a few links to items I think will look lovely for a winter theme session:

1. This is available in size 2T & 4T.

http://www.achildscloset.com/bebemondesilkdegressivoryrawsilktieredfluttersleevedresswbigfrontbowivory.aspx

2. This ensemble is available in 3T & 4T

http://www.achildscloset.com/preorderbiscottitapestrytreasuretapestrycoatwfurcollarandstunningtullebottomdresssetamusthave.aspx

and in sizes 6 & 6x (It says other sizes available but these two are the only ones showing up)

http://www.achildscloset.com/preorderbiscottitapestrytreasuretapestrycoatwfurcollarandstunningstrappytullebottomdresssetunbelievable.aspx

3. One last one for now. This would be a sweet dress for this time of year. Ranging from sizes 6 months to 10Y.

http://www.strasburgchildren.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=7135&sec=girls&pfid=SBC00073

Added 8/28/09 - Sizes 12 month, 2Y & 5Y have been purchased. Thank you! This is really an adorable dress and is perfect for a portrait. Still interested in the 6 months, 18 months, & 3 year sizes.

4. Here is another dress from Strasburg Children. I do have a smaller size (6/9 mos.) and the unlined size 4 already for the studio. This is the lined version of the same dress I have. All sizes listed (except for size 4) are still available for this promotion.

http://www.strasburgchildren.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=7135&sec=girls&pfid=SBC00268

Please let me know in advance of your purchase, just in case it already has been selected. Thank you.

How to earn a Complimentary Child's Portrait Session . . .

I am looking to expand my existing selection of children’s clothing for portrait sessions by offering an opportunity for you to purchase one of the selected items I have chosen. In addition to the complimentary studio portrait session, you will receive actual portrait credits for the full price paid in exchange for the item you purchased, to be applied to your portrait order.

Here’s how it works:

1. Select item you would like to see your child photographed in. I will be posting different items on The Blog . . . , as I find them. For my photographic style, classic and timeless looks work best but I may find something different than what I normally do. Keep checking back to see what is being posted.

2. Email us at viviennephotography@gmail.com to let us know what item and size you are providing.

3. We will make a session date and time once you receive your purchase.

4. Your studio session will be complimentary for this promotion. ($125 value)

5. In exchange for the item you purchased, you will receive full portrait credit for the amount paid for the item, plus any tax & shipping & handling costs. Please leave tags on and must not be worn prior to session. You must also supply the invoice of your purchase for our record keeping.

6. Your portrait order needs to be placed no later than 2 weeks after portrait session.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

Tutu Cute!

Just wanted to share one of Caylee's session. She was 7 months old here and she was such a little sweetheart! Her mom is my framer and has loved the images I have taken in to be framed over the years. I can't wait to see how she framed her portraits and collages.

Join Vivienne Photography on Twitter

Look for special offers coming soon for Twitter followers!

https://twitter.com/VivienneFoto

Birthday Give-a-way #4

If your baby was born in the month of July and celebrates their 1st birthday and you live in the Annapolis vicinity, e-mail the studio at:

viviennephtography@gmail.com

Include name of child, date of birth, address and telephone number to be eligible.

Birthday Give-a-way #3

If your child was born on July 21st and under the age of 17 and live in the Annapolis vicinity . . . please send us an e-mail to:

viviennephotography@gmail.com

Include name of child and age, address and telephone number to be eligible.

It's My Birthday Today!

In celebration . . . I am giving away $100 portrait credits toward any new children's portrait session that is booked today, July 21st! Sessions must take place before August 31st and ordered within two weeks of session to redeem the portrait credits. As an added bonus, you will receive your choice of upgrade to fine linen texture to your portraits OR a set of 8 - wallets (same pose) from one of your ordered images.

Since I'll be out of the office today, all you have to do is send an e-mail before midnight to:

viviennephotography@gmail.com with "$100 Portrait Credits" in the subject line and your information. I will follow up with you when I return. Custom studio session fees are $125 plus tax and are paid at the time of scheduling the session. I look forward to celebrating with you!

It's "My Birthday" Month Celebration!

For the entire month of July. . . in celebration of my birthday, mention this blog birthday special and receive 50% off your child’s studio portrait session fee scheduled before July 31, 2009. As an added bonus, you may receive either 10% off your portrait order OR select an “Enchanted Enhancement” Storybook image rendition from one your selected images. (Order must be placed and paid for within 2 weeks of session to receive the added bonus) Call us at 410-974-1751 to schedule your appointment ~ be sure to mention this "blog special" at the time of booking to take advantage of it.

Stay tuned for more birthday celebration happenings, give-a-ways, contest and more!

Sleeping Baby Boy at Vivienne Photography

What a surprise when this 4-month old baby boy fell asleep during his recent portrait session. I wasn’t expecting it but am so glad he dozed off for a few minutes, allowing me to capture this precious moment.

There is just something so beautiful and peaceful about a sleeping baby. This image reminds me of the classic images of Bessie Pease Gutmann that she created many years ago.

http://www.bessiepease.com/

Vivienne Photography is now on Twitter

Stop by and say hi! Would love to share tweets with you.

https://twitter.com/VivienneFoto

Future Naval Academy Midshipman!

Here is a cute image from his 3-year old session. I have been photographing him since he was an infant. It's been a pleasure creating a portrait history of him and his three siblings over the years.

It all started out when I photographed his parent's engagement session at the Naval Academy and also their wedding; which also took place at the Academy. (His dad is a USNA graduate) Four children later, I am still photographing the family, creating a portrait history for each of the children . . . a visual treasure that the family will cherish throughout the years!

Another Beautiful Sunset!

This was last night's sunset behind Dobbins Island.  We motored over to Dobbins to grill and to chill and what a perfect night for both!  

Golden sunset on the Magothy River

To end the perfect day yesterday, we took a early evening sail out to the Chesapeake Bay and then down the Magothy River.  We enjoy sailing down the Magothy as the sun sets.  As we sailed past the Wednesday evening sailboat race,  I was able to capture this image. It was a perfect ending to a perfect day!

Blue Angels Honor the Naval Academy Graduates

Today was the perfect day for the Blue Angels performance in Annapolis. Clear skies and perfect temperatures. . . it was simply a gorgeous day!  

I didn't expect to capture any award winning photos with my little point & shoot camera but here is one that I liked.  I am always in such awe by the performance of the Navy's finest pilots . . . their precision, their perfection and the unity that they showcase . . . thank you Blue Angels for a fabulous show and a job well done!  

Congratulations to the 2009 graduating class of the

 United States Naval Academy!  

                   

Sleeping Newborn Babies at Vivienne Photography!

I was really happy to get this image of a sleeping newborn. I had the idea in mind and got a baby that stayed asleep and was able to capture this precious image. 

Longwood Gardens

I went to Longwood Gardens yesterday with my sister. It turned out to be a beautiful day once the rain cleared out in the morning.  It was a last minute decision to go and I'm glad we did because the weather forecast for the next week is calling for more rain. It was the perfect day to spend at such a beautiful place.

If you haven't been to Longwood Gardens, I highly recommend going!  Check out their website.

http://www.longwoodgardens.org

Here is a tree I found interesting . . . I love the trunk and the overall design of this tree. 

Precious Newborn Baby Boy!

This little guy is 11 days old here. It took awhile for him to stay asleep but once he did, he was out like a light and we were able to get wonderful newborn images of him. 

A reminder to new moms . . . to plan for your newborn baby session, please schedule a few days out from your due date . . . we need the baby as soon as possible to get the squishy, bendable images that parents are going crazy over! 

Sunset at Dobbins Island . . .

Sailing season is finally here!  Yesterday felt more like the middle of summer but once out on the bay, it was as pleasant as it could be!  It was a great sail, with great company, great food and a great sunset. . . it was a perfect day!

In Honor of Mother's Day . . .

Now through Mother’s Day, we are offering a special session just for you.  Whether your baby is a brand new bundle of joy or is now grown into an adult  . . . Vivienne will capture the beauty and the bond between you and loved ones.

$95 (plus tax) - 30 minute session and includes 1 - 8 x 10 & 2 - 5 x 7’s of the same pose. Refer a friend and if they sign up, you will receive a bonus set of wallets. 

Call to schedule your session today . . . 410-974-1751. Limited spaces available for this promotion. Weekday sessions only.