Sooo, I know it is only August and school just started for kids. BUT, I have been planning the Christmas mini sessions since May!
I have finally decided what I would like to do. The end of this year is a little busy for me, however, I want to make sure I am able to offer a little something.
Session 1
11/21 & 11/27 I will be offering the Reindeer Sessions. No, not real Reindeer. They will be photoshopped in. The sessions will be $99 plus tax for 5 digital images. This is geared towards children, if you would like to make it a family session, that will be good too. However, this is for immediate family.
Here is my vision board for the Reindeer sessions:
Trying to think of a fun name for this session. What are your thoughts?
Session 2
I am also going to offer an indoor setup. This will be for 12/4 & 12/5. White back drop with fairy lights, white furry rug and fake snow. Here is my vision board for this session. This session will be $89 plus tax. This will be for kids only, the price includes up to 2 children, $12 per child after that and you will get 1 extra digital image. This mini session comes with 5 digital images.
I am trying to find outfits for these sessions and for the new props to arrive so I can make example pictures. I have not made the links active yet to book. I will on 10/1/2021.
Family Mini Session Announcement!!
Family picture season is upon us. Every year I like to offer affordable family pictures. I make these session simple and easy even your kids will enjoy.
Family Mini session are $125 + Tax ($136)
You will receive:
*5 Digital images {with the option to purchase more for $12 each}
*$50 non-refundable deposit due at booking. $86 balance due at the time of your session.
*Location is chosen by me.
*Family Minis are for your immediate family, no extended family without discussing with me first.
*Session are 15 minutes. Short, sweet, and to the point.
1st date & location:
9/11-12 Open Field in Katy
Availability is 5:30PM-7:00PM
VALUE DAY!! 9/25
This session will be HALF OFF 9/25 ONLY!! $68.00
You will receive:
*5 Digital images {with the option to purchase more for $12 each}
*Location is chosen by me.
*$25 non-refundable deposit due at booking. $43 due at the time of the session.
*Family Minis are for your immediate family, no extended family without discussing with me first.
*Session are 10 minutes. Short, sweet, and to the point.
Location:
9/25/2021 Telge Park in Cypress. Availability is ALL DAY!
Turn around time will be 1-5 days.
3rd date & location:
10/9 & 10 Cullen Park (Katy)
Availability is 3:00PM-7:00PM
3rd (and final) date & location:
10/23 & 24 Telge Park Cypress
Availability is 8:00AM-12:00PM & 3:30-6:00PM
To sign up for any of these sessions please visit my home page {www.harp-photography.com} and click the pink button at the bottom.
If these dates do not work for you, I am still available for sessions on other days.
Thank you for making it this far in the blog. I look forward to photographing your beautiful families.
I thought it may be fun to make some blog posts on getting to know me.
First segment... My fur babies
Yes, I said fur babies. I love golden retrievers so much! They are my favorite breed. Did you know, I have 3... YES... 3 golden retrievers.
First up - Douglas Duke
Born December 6, 2011. Weighing in around 95LBS. He is an Irish Setter/Golden Retriever mix. We got him when he was 5 weeks old. He is my absolute favorite! We have done everything together and he hardly leaves my side. He is my best fur-friend.
His favorite activity is going for walks and swims in our pool! Also, following his momma around EVERYWHERE!
Next up is Brewster Wayne
He is named mostly after batman "Bruce Wayne" He weighs in at about 85LBS. He isn't the biggest fan of me but I still love him so much! He was a facebook dump when he was about 15 weeks. The person we got him from said he was brought over from Mexico and his bday is December 28, 2014. He came into our lives on April 8, 2015. No one wanted this poor baby, except for us. We wanted another pup to help Haley with the loss of of her mom. He was/is PERFECT!
We always like to say that he has his favorites ranked... Haley, Nick, Cora, Lynda. Even though I am the one who feeds him I am last of the list.
His favorite activities are staying inside, staying inside, did I mention that he likes staying inside. He likes the ideas of walks and pooping on the concrete. BUT, his favorite is staying inside.
Last up is our newest addition Corbin Alexander.
Born on January 10, 2021. We named him after a very comfortable seat for Harley Motorcycles. We brought him home just shy of 8 weeks.
He is so much fun! He is Cora's pup and he has attached himself to her and it is the cutest thing. He has learned basic manners and just turned 6 months this month.
His favorite activities are swimming, swimming, SWIMMING! He loves swimming and being with Cora.
HAPPY 6 MONTHS! Currently his at 72lbs and almost as big as his brothers. I am so happy he is here!
This is a tribute to my step-dad who passed away on 7/20/21.
Bobby / Bob Bob,
When my mom moved to her new apartment she was quick to call about this nice man that helped her move her boxes in. Then the phone calls about you walking around, to maybe to get the courage to talk to her? Then your first date happen then all of a sudden you two were moving in together.
I'll be honest, my first impression of you I thought you were so ... weird! Your sense of humor was nothing that I was used to. When Mom told us your name, she said "it is literally Bobby Hill (like king of the hill)" But, I would watch you interact with my mom and I saw the love that was building and I thought, what the hay... I'll give you a try.
As the years went on, you helped my mom help my sister and nephew. For that, I am very grateful for you! I know it wasn't easy.
As I was gathering pictures to make a book for your children I saw a man who traveled places that I am positive you wouldn't have if you were not with my mom. You traveled to Hawaii, you have been on a handful of cruises, Universal studios, the list goes on. I loved that you would do all of this without complaint and you kept your mind open to new things. Your time on this earth was meaningful!
You were a very simple man. Not a left over around when Bobby came. If I had gotten something that I knew my family wouldn't eat I gave it to Bobby. He would never let food go to waste. Last thing I gave to him was Lime chips that were left at my home from a get together. I never got to ask him how he liked the chips.
You made my mom so happy! Y'all had your up and downs just like anyone, but, you were her person. I am extremely grateful that for the last 13 years my mom got to see what love was meant to be like.
I will miss your bad jokes and your really long stories! I went to mom's yesterday and it just wasn't the same. The TV didn't have a ghost story on or a football game, it was just quiet.
Thank you for all that you have done for us and accepting us as family. You will be greatly missed. Don't worry about Mom, we got her from here! Rest easy Bobby!
February 26, 1962 - July 19, 2021
I usually only like to report happy things that are happening. HOWEVER, it is with a heavy heart that I have to announce...
There will be NO TREE FARM pictures this year. The farm that I usually use increased their pricing so much that I would have had to charge $350 a session vs $199. Makes me so sad not to offer that this year. I have looked into other tree farms and I am not able to photograph on the days they have open.
My husband's and I 10 year wedding anniversary is on 11.11.2021 and we have a anniversary trip planned for the first 2 weekends in November. All the days available from other tree farms, that are close by, only have availability for those weekends or during the week.
I will be offering "reindeer" mini sessions (just like my dinosaur session) on 11/21/2021 and 12/04/2021. These will not be real reindeer. Example pictures closer to the announcement.
Be on the look out for future blog posts on my Holiday & Family Mini Sessions. This will still be an exciting holiday season!