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These are the Float Wraps that are included in some of the Holiday Mini Session Collections.  Just thought I’d post a photo and description for those who asked!  They are gorgeous.

These beautiful wall portraits are one of my newest products to offer.  Your image is printed on your choice of luster or vibrant metallic paper then it is carefully hand wrapped around the mounting board.  Placed between your image and the mounting is a soft substrate to further enhance.  The back of wall sizes includes a mounting block and it comes to you ready to hang.  It is lightweight and appears to float slightly off the wall for a very nice display but these also look fabulous propped up on a shelf or mantle.  Float Wraps are available in sizes 8×10 and up.  (My sample is on loan and above is a vendor product sample image).

I have several designs available and turn around time is about a week after approval.  These are $65 for a set of 25 and additional sets are discounted. These are perfect to show off your favorite senior portraits that accompany your Graduation information.  If you already have cards, these are great if you are having a party and can use them as  an invitation or just a general announcement that you’re graduating and what your future plans are.  Several press card types available.  These are 5×7 two sided and envelopes are included.

p.s.  If you’ve already placed a portrait order, the standard $300 minimum order does not apply- just contact me and let me know which photos and which style card.

A few of my new Senior products have arrived so I wanted to show them off here.  I’m super excited about these and both products are refreshingly different than some of the items you see.

These are press printed wallets.  These are my new favs since they are very easy to customize for each senior and are two-sided designs.  These are perfect to place inside your graduation announcement or exchange with friends.   These come in linen (shown below) or glossy UV papers.

I predict that these gems will be voted 2010′s most desired product.  Parents and seniors both went gaga last year for the 5×5 spiral printed brag book, which are still available…. BUT- these are beautifully press printed full 5×7 pages.  Each page is two-sided so you see images with every flip!  The book has smooth, rounded corners and the front and backsides are hard mounted which makes them more durable.  Customize the front to your liking and show these babies off!!

I received my new Coffee Table Book sample yesterday.  This piece is truly exquisite in every way imaginable.  This is not the typical slim magazine-style press printed book.  This 10×10 book is flush mounted with true linen pressed photos-not machine press paper. Each page is thick and ridged and the quality is a perfect choice for my discerning clients. Choose either a simple & elegant layout or a fun themed design.  Each one is custom made: for you.  Several cover options include the finest leathers or choose an environmental friendly contemporary cover to show your own style. Classic or modern- the choices are endless.  Smaller duplicate books and upgrades available.

You can now let your session images tell a story with this true conversation piece.   I cannot wait to show it at my next appointment!

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Awesome News!! I will be providing complimentary children’s portraiture at the Shoppes at Allen Heights Block Party on Saturday May 30th. That is at the SW corner of Main @ Allen Heights in Allen.  I will be doing petite portraits from 4-6pm, first come first serve (kids only) and I’ll take several photos of each child individually.
The block party is from 12noon-10pm and there will be lots of free samples and booths from from various vendors and artists (I’ll have a table with product samples too all day). There will be a bounce house and a racecar for the kids to oogle over too!  About 2 weeks after the event, I will deliver ONE FREE beautifully bordered linen desk portrait of each child to Java & Gelati (they are sponsoring me at the event). Other images will be available to view by request and orders will be nicely discounted!!
This is a great way to get a little sample of what I have to offer if you’ve never worked with me before.  I don’t have all the details worked out yet since I’ve never offered this before, but we’ll do it casually and have a good time :)  Let your friends know and I hope to see you there.
Lastly, my new fabulous tote bag made by Caroline at Pink Lemonade Bags who did an amazzzzing job.  She designs and makes these beautiful totes, diaper bags and more right here in Allen and has her online store with a huge variety of bags ready to ship. The quality is perfect and my tote is the perfect size for my needs (I had it on all day yesterday at the Dallas World Aquarium) and I love the pockets in side to hold my things.  I even had my logo embroidered on it.
Thank you Caroline. I LOVE it and I know my readers will too !!!  :D

{ THE KEEPSAKE ALBUM }
These 5×5 albums are my newest product addiction.  I have a steady stream of samples coming in and I can’t seem to stop ordering them! Rarely do I find a product that I am so crazy about… With several photo borders to choose from, the albums are designed this way to eliminate the need to rotate the album- or your head- because of the image format.  Plus, square crops on every image can be boring, so this is a perfect alternative in a cute little proof-style album.  
By the way, this hand-made beauty is currently offered in my Digital Keepsake Collection at an enormous discount.  If you havn’t seen my new Products brochure on the website- this collection includes all of your full-res digital images on CD,  5×7 prints of each image, plus this Keepsake Album.  It is an introductory offer too :)
Here’s one of the samples I currently have.  It’s appropriately called Platinum Blonde.
Each album is custom made and there are SO many cover options available.  Smooth suedes, eco-friendly faux leather and upscale silk brocades to name a few.  There truly is something for everyone and it’s good to stand out from the usual black leather albums offered- have some ALBUM PERSONALITY already!  The animal friendly faux leathers are indescribably soft and supple.  I get lots of oooh’s and ahhhh’s on those.

Here’s the page and binding detail.  These are thick sturdy white pages and the 5×5 photos are hand mounted.  Black are pages also available.
Here’s a sample page spread with color photos, just for fun!
{ MUSEUM MATTED GIFT PORTRAITS }
What could be a more perfect gift than a beautifully matted portrait?  Your favorite image is placed behind a 6-ply archival museum mat and presented with a chartreuse satin ribbon.   
This charming gift can easily be slipped into a modern frame or placed on an easel for an elegant display.   
Shown is the 5×5 portrait in an 8×8 mat.  Also available is a 5×7 portrait in an 8×10 mat. (Images can be carefully removed from the mat)