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2010 Christmas Cards!

I'm so excited about this year's Christmas cards! (And very excited to finally be posting about them, too! Picking the images to go with the cards is always fun, but takes forever!)

So anyway, here's what you need to know:

• Flat cards are $35 for a set of 25 cards with envelopes. Additional cards are $1 each.
• Folded cards are $50 for a set of 25 cards with envelopes. Additional cards are $1.75 each.
• Additional cards can be ordered in any quantity (and ask about discounts if you need more than 100 cards!).
• Cards are printed on high quality cardstock with a pearl finish - if you've ordered cards from me you know these cards are beautiful!! 
• Some designs are available as flat or folded cards; some are only available as flat (see the designs below). 
• Cards are designed exclusively with photos taken by H&M Photography. That means photos from any of your H&M Photography sessions or weddings can be incorporated. Or there's still time to schedule a session or a Christmas card mini session. 
• Text is fully customizable. 
• The last date to order Christmas cards is December 4 (but I'd suggest ordering earlier...addressing all those envelopes takes a lot of time!)
• Cards can be ordered by calling or emailing me, or they'll be available for purchase through The Store if you have an active gallery.  

Here they are...the 2010 Christmas cards!

Card 1 (flat card only)

 

Card 2 (folded option)

Card 2 (flat option)

Card 3 (flat card only)

Card 4 (folded option)

Card 4 (flat option)

 

Card 5 (folded option)

Card 5 (flat option)

  
- Heather Maynard, Athens, Georgia photographer

Christmas Card Mini Sessions & Holiday Schedules

  
 

I've had LOTS of requests for mini sessions, so I thought now, with Christmas coming up, would be a great time for some.

I know, I know. Christmas?! Is summer even over yet? But we all know how it goes - school starts, then suddenly it's Halloween, then Thanksgiving and then, oh, wait...is there still time for Christmas cards? So, actually, now is a perfect time to start thinking about them!

So here's the deal. Instead of setting just one or two dates for mini sessions, I'm opening several weekdays up for them over the course of a month.

Mini sessions will be held in the morning (around 10 a.m.) or evening (around 5 p.m.) on select weekdays from October 11 until November 18. Please call for available dates (there's a limited number - and they're likely to fill up fast!).

There will be three location options in the Statham area (including a studio option, urban option and a natural setting).

The session fee is $85 (due at booking) and includes:

• A 20-minute session for up to five people; please ask if you have a larger family
• 20 images to choose from in an online gallery
• 50 flat Christmas cards OR 35 folded Christmas cards OR 25 flat Christmas cards and two gift prints (8x10 or smaller)
• High resolution digital negatives can be purchased for half price ($200).

Keep in mind that this session is not a typical session and is meant mainly to capture a limited number of photos for your Christmas cards (but, of course, you'll have the option to purchase prints and products from your session). Since we're limited to 20 minutes, it may not be the best fit for very young children, and we'll stick to either family photos or photos of just children. If you're looking for outfit changes, individual photos of your children and several different types of shots, a regular session is probably a better fit for you. If you're unsure if this type of session would work for you, feel free to call and we'll chat about it! 

You are going to LOVE the Christmas card designs this year! I'll be showing those on the blog early next week! UPDATE: View the 2010 cards here.

And on another note...holiday scheduling!

If you'd like to schedule a regular session and you want either Christmas cards or photos to use as holiday gifts (they DO make awesome gifts!), the last date we can hold your session and still have your prints/products in time is November 30.

The last date for ordering Christmas cards, prints, or products (excluding books) will be December 4. The cutoff date for ordering coffee table books is October 31.

To book your mini session (or a regular session) just email or call us at 678.316.7906 as soon as possible! Hope to see you soon!

- Heather Maynard, Athens, Georgia photographer

A Quick Peek and a Quick Note

Baby season seems to be upon us! With lots and lots of new babies coming soon, it's important to schedule your newborn session as soon as possible before your baby is born.

Before may seem a little strange, since you don't always know exactly when your little one will decide to make his appearance. What we'll do is set an anticipated session date based on your baby's expected arrival; that way, I can get you on the calendar and know what we need to plan for. Of course I'm flexible and that date can change, but a newborn session should be held within two weeks of your baby's arrival, and tentatively scheduling the session before ensures we can fit you in. Just email or call 678.316.7906 to schedule a session.

If you're interested in photos of your baby's first year, contact us about the Baby's First Year package (details are on our website under investment).

Speaking of new babies, check out this little guy I hung out with today. Many more of this sweet boy coming very soon.

 

 

- Heather Maynard, Marietta, Georgia newborn photographer
 
 

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Please look for new posts below! But if you're looking for 2009 Christmas cards, click here.

For information on 2009 holiday scheduling and ordering, click here.

Thanks, and happy holidays!

Fall and Holiday Scheduling

This time of year flies by so fast and before we know it, Christmas will be here. It's a good time to go ahead and think about holiday photos, cards and gifts. 

I still have a limited number of weekend sessions open between now and mid-December. If you're interested in a session, please contact me very soon. These will be booked on a first come, first served basis and will be held rain or shine. (If you plan an outdoor shoot and it rains, I promise we'll find somewhere fun and dry to go!) If you're interested in a weekday session, just give me a call or send me an email and we'll work something out.

Christmas cards must be ordered by December 3 (view 2009 Christmas cards here). Photo books must also be ordered by December 3 in order to receive them by Christmas. All other prints and items must be ordered by December 14 to be ready for Christmas. Photos make great Christmas gifts (so much better than a pair of socks, right?)!

If you can't get your order in by the deadline, you can always give an H&M Photography & Design gift certificate for any amount or any type of session! Just contact me if you're interested. 

Happy holidays!

- Heather Maynard, Athens, Georgia photographer