Since I’m still waiting on baby to arrive, I think it’s time for a nesting sale! My hard drives are once again running out of space, so I need to declutter them. Maybe my computer will be able to breathe a little easier and run a little quicker then.
 
So here’s the deal:
 
Digital File Sale- All customers who had sessions that took place from June 2008 – March 2010 have the option to purchase the full set of their digital files on disk for $175 (per session). If you’d like to have all the images from your session to print as you wish and save for the future, now is your chance! Please let me know if you would like a disk by July 31st, as deletion of all files from these sessions will occur immediately after that date.
 
Email me at tera@blessingsphotography.com to get in on the deal!
 
And to go along with the nesting theme, I have to share an image of the little bird nest that invaded my flower pot a few weeks ago! It was fun to watch these little guys grow up, but they have now flown away and we are empty nesters.
 

 

If you head over to BargainBlab.com, you will find a great offer from Blessings Photography! The catch is, a minimum number of people must purchase it before it activates, and it’s only available for purchase until midnight Tuesday, May 4th. So head on over and get a great deal on a mini session, and then tell your friends about it.
 

 
 

They’re back… Sweetie Sessions!
 
Bring your little sweethearts in to the Blessings Photography studio for an exclusive custom portrait experience! These mini sessions are available for $65 (for 1 child, $10 for each additional child) and include the following:
- 15 minutes of photography
- 20 custom Valentine cards (perfect for classroom giving) OR a mini desk collage (think present for Daddy!)
- 1 8×10 OR 2 5×7’s
- 1 sheet of 8 wallets
 
Your choice of red, pink, gray, or white background. I will have a variety of props on hand, and of course you are welcome to bring your own also!
 
Sweetie Sessions are being scheduled for Thursday, January 28th and Saturday, January 30th only. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early! Email or call me to schedule. (tera@blessingsphotography.com, 701-200-9687)
 

 
Call 701-200-9687 or email tera@blessingsphotography.com to book or if you have any questions.
 
To all my fabulous clients- I can’t thank you enough for a fabulous 2009! I am truly honored every day that I get to work with such wonderful people and adorable children. I’m looking forward to what 2010 has to bring and can’t wait to see you all again!

There are just a few spots left for the Holiday Mini sessions in November:
9:30am on Saturday, November 7th
11:30am on Saturday, November 7th
5:00pm on Friday, November 20th
 
AND- I’ve also been reminded that there is no school on Wednesday, November 11th so I’m opening that day up for Mini Sessions also! 9:00am through 4:30pm on that date.
 
Below is a reminder of the details on these special sessions. Yes, the session fee is only $30! The Collection is optional, or you may order a la carte.
 

 

It’s October already (crazy, I know!) and that means it’s time to book those holiday portrait sessions and start thinking Christmas cards! Luckily, Blessings Photography has got you covered:
 

 
Email me at tera@blessingsphotography.com or call 701-200-9687 to book your mini session spot!

Can you believe August is already here!? I seriously don’t know what happened to the month of June, let alone July. So that means before we know it, kids will be back in school and we’ll all be back to the daily grind of all the busyness that goes along with that. Which is why I thought August would be the perfect time to sneak in some special Mini Session dates!
 
Did your baby just get his first tooth?
Did your 1st grader just loose her first tooth?
Does your daughter have a new outfit that is just adorable and begging to be photographed?
Does your son love to show off his muscles in his favorite superhero costume?
Did your school age child just celebrate a birthday?
Does your preschooler have a best friend that she adores?
Does your child have a special passion or hobby?
Would you like some fun, different images with attitude? (think sk8ter boy, tutu girl, or fun hats and accessories!)
 
All of these would be GREAT reasons to schedule a mini photo session! I do this all the time with my own kids, just bring them into the studio for a quickie session to capture their adorable pigtails, or a super cool new hat, or even just to have some fun and catch them as they make funny faces. So basically, anything goes for these! If you have an idea, throw it at me and we’ll customize the session to fit.
 

 
And because a post is not much fun without pictures, here’s some shots from minis I’ve done with my kids.
 
K. with some attitude-
 

 
H.’s very first piggytails-
 

 
B. trying on my wedding dress-
 

 
Email tera@blessingsphotography.com or call 701-200-9687 to schedule your mini!

Thanks to the fabulous photography studio management software developed by my husband that I have been using for the past 4 years, I have been able to keep track of a lot of fun stuff- like how many clients I have had the joy of working with! Since 2005-ish, I have done photo sessions for almost 500 wonderful families! I’m guesstimating that to equal around 1,000 different adorable kids. No wonder why I see familiar faces every time I am out around town!
 
So I think client number 500 deserves a celebration, don’t you?
 
Lucky client #500 will get their photography session free, on the house, gratis, complimentary! AND they will receive a $50 gift certificate to the West Acres Mall (I recommend spending it on some fun clothes for the kids for the photo session )! Only new clients will qualify for this, because if you have had a session scheduled with Blessings in the past few years you are already in the client database. So to make it fun for past clients too- if you refer new client #500 and they mention your name, you will receive a $50 gift certificate to West Acres too!
 
A few notes- clients are entered into the database and given a number after a session has been scheduled. If you last had a photo session with Blessings in 2003 or 2004, you may not be in the database and may qualify as a new client. I estimate #500 to be coming up within the next month or so. While June has been filled, July and beyond still have plenty of openings. So let the referring and scheduling race begin!
 

 
I haven’t been tracking session numbers, but I’m guessing that I would be right around the 1,000 mark on those now too. Wow, what an amazing ride the past 6 years has been!

Today is the last day to take advantage of the Help Tera Keep Her Sanity Sale!
 
There has been a fantastic response so far to this sale! Many clients are purchasing enlargements from their past sessions, and even more are buying the digital files. Having those digital files to keep forever is so handy. Not just for making your own reprints now, but for down the road- think graduation and wedding slideshows and albums, baby portraits always make an adorable addition to those!
 
Here’s a quick review of the details:
 
Digital Files- All customers who had sessions that took place from January 2007 through June 2008 have the option to purchase the full set of their digital files on disk for $175 (per session). If you’d like to have all the images from your session to print as you wish and save for the future, now is your chance! Please let me know if you would like a disk by May 18th, as deletion of all files from these sessions will occur immediately after that date.
 
Enlargements- All 2008 sessions may order portraits size 8×10 and larger for 50% off current prices, and canvas prints for 25% off current prices! This is a great chance to fill up some wall space. Sale good through May 18th.
 
Email me at tera@blessingsphotography.com to take advantage of these great deals!

I am thrilled to be planning a vacation with my family this summer to Myrtle Beach. I have never seen the ocean, so it will be a whole new experience for me! The original plan was that we would make a roadtrip out of it and drive down there. However, after a few recent short (1-2 hour) trips that didn’t go too smoothly, I am rethinking the idea of 3 small children in one vehicle for 24+ hours. I just don’t think it would be a pretty picture. So I need to earn some airfare for my family, and you, my lucky clients, get to benefit from it.
 
Let’s call this the Help Tera Keep Her Sanity Sale! There are 2 special deals going on here:
 
Digital Files- All customers who had sessions that took place from January 2007 through June 2008 have the option to purchase the full set of their digital files on disk for $175 (per session). If you’d like to have all the images from your session to print as you wish and save for the future, now is your chance! Please let me know if you would like a disk by May 18th, as deletion of all files from these sessions will occur immediately after that date.
 
Enlargements- All 2008 sessions may order portraits size 8×10 and larger for 50% off current prices, and canvas prints for 25% off current prices! This is a great chance to fill up some wall space. Sale good through May 18th.
 
Email me at tera@blessingsphotography.com to take advantage of these great deals!