“glamour shots” {ae style}

ae photography — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:28:59 +0000

I planned and organized an invitation only Boudoir Event for January 10, 2010. We are planning on launching a new boudoir/fashion portrait website at some point in 2010, and I was trying to come up with the best way to get a bunch of new material for the site in a short amount of time. We had a handful of bookings for the event, but I had to cancel it due to the Chicago hotel idea not working out as planned. I just noticed about 10 minutes ago that we are booked for a promotional event all day that day. It would have been my loss (no clients are involved) if I had missed it! Thank goodness things happened the way the did!

I decided I would just postpone it and focus on other things… but, as I sit here, I’m feeling a little disappointed. I was really looking forward to the event–something new + different… a style of photography I really love shooting. I love “fashion/model” photography. While editing my butt off today, I have been thinking of a way to open the event back up again. I will have to change the date, of course. The new one will not be invite-only and will not be labeled as “boudoir”–I know that can scare people!

Our “boudoir” does not have to be ask risque as people assume all boudoir is. It’s about getting all fancied up (or down–whatever works for you). It’s about getting some beautiful shots of yourself to give your guy as a surprise gift. The Boudoir Event was meant for a Valentine’s gift for 2010 for the special man in your life. Think pajama bottoms + a tank top…. boxers + a t-shirt…. cozy, cute and beautiful. I’m thinking a range between Sear catalog sleepwear and Maxim magazine. You choose where you want to be. Haha. Eric is not involved what-so-ever… just me!

I had so many things lined up that all came together so wonderfully, I would hate to just flush the opportunity away! I will be so much fun for anyone who does join me for the new “event”! I have changed the packages a bit, so here is what you would be getting:

*professional hair + makeup

*snacks + beverages while you prep and hang out

*NEW!* amazing, amazing, amazing selection of handmade boudoir items, lingerie, cozy sleepwear, and some fun + funky clothing. Over a dozen designers have signed up to send in their items for you to use so far! If you would like links to view some of the wonderful pieces that you will be able to play dress up with, just send me an email! :)

*lovely handmade accessories–also from independent designers (hairpieces, headpieces, etc.)

*30 minutes of shoot time with yours truly

*pre-session online consult with ashley to discuss the style/s you like most + share some favorite found images you like the look of!

*private online gallery to view an order prints!

Here is the NEW part: There will be no sitting fee! Horray! The last event had a $499 fee.

I’m guessing those of you who signed up are pretty excited now! This is what is changing:

***All of your edited images will be available in your Online Gallery. From there, you can order an album for your guy, your favorite prints, a giant poster for your living room (hahaha)–there will a bunch of options for you. You can also order the Photo Disc with release rights or rights to individual images of your choice! So basically, you book your time slot, show up and get pampered + lovely, have a fun session with me + get an online gallery all for free. If, in the end, you decide you don’t want to order any of the photos–that’s fine with me. I just want this event to HAPPEN!! Email me if you would like to attend. I know many ladies wanted to attend the other event, but money was too tight at the moment (trust me, I know the feeling) — so I’m thinking this is a great opportunity for everyone! You will still have time to create an awesome Valentine’s Day gift for your guy! The location is not set quite yet, but it will be in the area (it may very well be in my home studio!) Help us create the most stunning new website ever! We want you!!

Sunday, January 31st 2010.

12pm-7pm (it may go longer, if needed)

Schedule your 60 minutes (half hour for prep, half hour of shooting)

I am assuming this is going to fill fast since it is free and all –but I’m putting an end date to the sign-up.

December 31st, 2009. Can’t wait to work with you guys!!

“be thankful” update

ae photography — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:59:01 +0000

Thank you to everyone who entered the contest! We will be posting the winner along with our paragraphs at 8pm (central time).

-ae

“be thankful” — new additions!

ae photography — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:17:57 +0000

We decided we didn’t want to leave current clients out of the contest, not did we want to leave out clients who have already had their wedding + mini sessions photographed! Here are our two new additions to the “be thankful” contest:

1) If you are a current client who has us booked for a remaining 2009 date or a date in 2010, you can choose to take $200 off your package if you win the contest!

2) If you are a previous client who has already had us shoot your wedding and/or mini sessions, you can choose to receive a $150 “ae credit” — good for prints, albums and add-ons, if you win the contest!

So now EVERYONE can enter… so… ENTER EVERYONE! : )

We’ve enjoyed the entries so far! Please keep them coming!

Thanks,

eric + ashley

winter wedding special

ae photography — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:22:04 +0000

Just a quick post to let you know about the winter wedding discount. If your wedding is taking place within the months of January 2010 through April 2010, book us and receive $500 off of any coverage plan. You will also receive a 5×7 “favorite print” bound flipbook. You will be able to choose 50 of your favorites from the day. They will come bordered in white and bound together in the correct order. These are, of course, available as an add-on to any coverage plan. Please contact us if you are interested!

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