Monday, July 25, 2011

GIVEAWAY!!!!!!!

*GIVEAWAY CLOSED*
First, thank you to all that have participated in the giveaway. I seriously have the best fans EVER! I've met a lot of new people over the past week and this has really be a LOT of fun. I will definitely do another at the next 100fans.  

Ok...now for the reason you are here...

The lucky winner is............

CONGRATULATIONS 

JAMI WHILLOCK!!!!! 

EMAIL ME AT 
sstephensphotography@gmail.com 
so I can get your information!!!!


Thanks again to EVERYONE 
who participated!!!!!

And a special THANK YOU to the amazing shops that donated the awesome goodies!!! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!!!

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UPDATE: I'm so excited about this giveaway that I'm changing the terms...the winner will be selected when the fan pages reaches 400 fans!!!! How awesome is that?! So, if you haven't entered, NOW is the time!!!!! 


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It's Giveaway time!!!

Why a giveaway? Because my facebook fan page is approaching 500 FANS!!! WhoOhoO!!!! This time last year, I took the leap and started S. Stephens Photography. I'll admit that it still feels like a hobby because I LOVE IT SO MUCH!!! I've enjoyed meeting so many people over the past year...and meeting several new miracles that God has introduced to the world. Things have been great and I'm overjoyed by the support that everyone has shown me as I follow this dream. I'll soon have more exciting news that I can't wait to share, but for now, I'll keep it quiet...{at least until the hammer hits the first nail}...whoops, I may have said too much! *eek*

The rules are very simple and you must follow each and every one of them in order for your entry to count.
You have 3 chances to win.
That's 3 SEPARATE entries.

There will be ONE very lucky winner. And I must say I am jealous of whoever wins because these are awesome prizes!

Once my page hits 500 fans...the winner will be chosen. So...spread the word so we can choose a winner soon!!!

Ready? Here are the steps you MUST complete to enter:

  • Become a fan of S.Stephens Photography on Facebook if you are not already a fan. 
  • You must 'Like' EVERY vendor (a couple of the vendors do not have 'Fan' pages, so you need to 'Friend Request' instead of 'Like'). And while you are there, stop and show some love and tell them Hi! (not required, but it's always nice to kind!) Tell them S.Stephens Photography sent you...and take a second to check out their goodies. These vendors are SO awesome for donating these prizes!!! 
  • Friend request me HERE. This is a friend page set up strictly for this giveaway and is not my personal page. Soooo....if you are already my friend on facebook...PLEASE friend request THIS page. I don't want anyone to miss out on this great giveaway!
  • When you finish liking EVERY vendor, and sent a friend request to me, come back here and leave a blog comment letting me know that you complete the steps, along with your name as it appears on facebook. PLEASE like each vendor with your personal facebook, not your business page.

**Before the winner is announced, I will check to make sure that the persons that random.org chose has Like'd every vendor page and friend requested me as well. If the winner has not completed every step...a new winner will be drawn. It is VERY important to like every each every vendor and friend request me....I really don't want anyone to miss out on these amazing goodies!!!!**

Have you completed those steps? GREAT!!! If ALL steps are completed, you are now entered into this awesome giveaway!!! Once my fan page hits 500 fans, I will announce the winner. What can you do now? Spread the word....and of course, there are more chances to enter!! Read on!

More chances to enter....
  • Share on your status update about the giveaway, make sure to add a link to this blog post! Come back here and leave a comment letting me know you updated your status with the link to your facebook. This is your 2nd Entry!!!

Want a 3rd chance? This one is SUPER easy!
  • Leave a comment telling me why you would love to win this giveaway. This is your 3rd Entry!!!

Again leave each entry as a separate comment. This gives you 3 chances to win!!!

Ready to meet these amazing vendors??? Here they are!!

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"Monogramming and Vinyl  Personalization"

"You will love Amy's creative items! Vinyl and Monogramming and EVERYTHING is adorable!!!" Sabrina 

Amy is donating an adorable custom trick o treat bucket of your choice. She has several designs available for you the winner to choose...here are a couple of my favorites. Super cute!!!



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"Adorable Hand Knit items!"

"I am often asked where I get the adorable hats/diaper covers that I use for newborn photography. 
Well...many of the hats/covers were created by Sassie Passies!! Her work is awesome and she has graciously donated ONE(1) item in her store (*up to $35value). Check it out!!!" Sabrina

(clicking the banner will take you to the shop!)

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" Beautiful gifts and collectibles at great prices."

"Forehand's Affordable Gifts has an endless supply of adorable items!! Looking for a gift? They will have it!!!" Sabrina
Forehand's Affordable Gifts is donating this cute School Days photo frame. Perfect timing for back to school...coming so soon!! Isn't this great?!

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"PERSONALIZED CROCHETED CREATIONS! Dolls, hats, booties, purses, blankets, and much more!"

"Crochet by Christina makes the cutest things! One of my daughter's favorite dolls was created by Christina and the cupcakes that I use in my {Tea Party} sessions were created by Christina. She does amazing work!!" Sabrina

Crochet by Christina has donated a size 2 hat and mitten set. This is Cristina's daughter...isn't she adorable?! And the set is pretty darn cute too!!!!



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"The Fancy Firefly brings back dress up for little girls giving them fun and fancy ways to be a princess, to shine in their dance recitals, or even for a play date on a rainy day!"

"My daughter will go nuts when she sees all the cute hair goodies created by The Fancy Firefly!! Super cute bows!!!" Sabrina

The Fancy Firefly is graciously donating these 2 super cute bows!! They are brand new to her collection!!!


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Cathy Cole Designs
 
"Cathy Cole Designs has a wide array of items and they are ALL super cute!! Make sure to take a look at her items on facebook and jump over to her website too! Adorable!!!" Sabrina
Cathy Cole Designs has graciously donated your choice of one (1) of the following Tiny Totes. These are adorable...AND she will monogram your child's name on it!!! 
Absolutely adorable!!




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"Flower Hair Bows, Head Bands, Tutu's and Tutu Dresses, Infant Shoes , Onesies, and things for Mommies too!"

"So so sweet!! These hair goodies are adorable! And take a look at the tutus while you are there! If you when you may want to order a matching tutu too!" Sabrina 

Cutie Patutuz has donated this super sweet purple headband. I love this...my daughter's favorite color!!!



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On location photographer specializing in newborn, child and family photography. 
I love silly grins and natural smiles and love to see kids being...kids!



My prize will depend on the locale of the winner. 
If the winner is local, he/she will win a free one hour (outdoor) session!!! 
That is a $100 value! 

If the winner is not local...he/she will win another fabulous prize that I will send...promise it will be great!! 

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This promotion is in NO WAY sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. You will NOT be notified publicly via Facebook if you are a winner. You MUST be 18 and a US resident to participate. By entering this giveaway, you are providing information to S.Stephens Photography and NOT to Facebook. There will be no returns/exchanges on any of the items.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

{Watch Me Grow!} information

I've had several requests for infomation about my upcoming plan for Newborns-12mths...and the good news is *drum roll please*.....

I will have the plan(s) completed THIS WEEK!!!! YIPEE!!!!

Yep, I will launch the {Watch Me Grow} plan(s) this week...and yes, there will be 2 options to choose from. After talking with several new mommies, I decided that 2 options would be best.

And for those newborns that I've photographed in the past 6 months...yes you will qualify for these programs too...email me and I'll let you in on the info!!

So excited to see this launch...finally!!!

AND...I'm waiting on a couple of pictures from vendors for the Giveaway...and I will launch it too. Hopefully....TOMORROW!!! Stay tuned...this is going to be FUN!!!

Thursday, July 21, 2011

uggg....SPAM

Hope everyone is having a great week! As you know, I'm on a little vacation to the beach...still checking my email, however...and just discovered that some of my 'contact form' email (from the website) has been going to spam again. I've replied to everyone, but if you are still waiting to hear from me, please shoot me an email directly to sstephensphotography@gmail.com​ Thanks!
And you know I have a hard time making a post without a pic...so here is one from this morning!

Monday, July 18, 2011

{Vogt}Family





I spent a little time in the evening with this sweet family last week. They are a great family and I really enjoyed my time with them. Here are a few pics from their session!

Thursday, July 14, 2011

{Reeves} Family...




This sweet family toughed out the heat with me last week. 
They were SO much fun and made the heat SO worth it! Thanks y'all for a great session!!! 
And really...what a beautiful family!!!!

{Hayes} 3 Years Old






This is Hayes...he is 3 years old and super adorable...AND he's my nephew!  I took a little trip to the train depot with Hayes (and his Mommy & Daddy) and had a quick session. I think the pics turned out awesome and show Hayes' sweet and fun personality! Love ya Hayes!

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

{TEA PARTY MINI SESSIONS}

{Tea Party Mini Session}

This will be a fun day just for your little girl! This session is very relaxed and quick. Have your little girl dress up in her Sunday best...or grab a tutu, some fun jewels and boas and come to the tea party. This Session will be Vintage Haze for a fun, timeless photo. Have your daughter bring her sister, cousin or best friend...and of course, don't forget the dolls and teddy bears! She has to have someone join her at the party!

This session is for girls who can sit on their own (in a chair)  to 7 years old.

This is a ONE day event...contact me soon to reserve your spot!


Session Includes:
  • 25 minute session
  • At least 10 edited pictures
  • Online gallery for sharing...and ordering prints if you choose
  • CD with Hi-res images for printing and Low-res images (sized for sharing on social networks)
  • Print release


When and Where?
Saturday July 30th, 2011
Place is TBA...but will be in the Dothan area

Fee: $60 to be paid at the time of the session

*Please book your session soon. I will have a small gift for each little girl attending the tea party.
sstephensphotography@gmail.com

Monday, July 4, 2011

Session tomorrow at a new location!

Looking forward to a session tomorrow evening with an adorable three year old...cutie pie, little boy! I'm excited also about working at a new location! yippee!! This is a location that I've been hoping to use for awhile, but haven't had the opportunity yet. So...I'll let you know this week how it turns out. :)

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Happy 4th of July!

This has been a busy, busy, busy week! I'll be previewing several sessions this next week, and also announcing the date for the {Mini-Session Tea Party} Yipee!!!

But for today, I wanted to share a few sweet pictures of my niece. She and her big brother and mom and dad are here for the weekend. She is SO beautiful....just had to share!