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In the meantime, we have signed up (or I guess I should say I have signed up) on Formspring.  We plan to do a weekly post answering some of the random questions we get asked on there (if any!).  Go there now and ask away—give us some fun future blog post material!

See you soon.

RIBBON SAVE THE DATES

FILE CARD GUEST BOOK

CUSTOM FIT WEDDING MENUS

SIGNATURE PLATES

PLAYING CARD PLACECARDS

*GUESTBOOK OR WISHING WELL CARDS*

BUTTON SEATING CARDS

ROSE COVERED AISLE

POM POM CAR DECORATION

SUNSCREEN FOR OUTDOOR WEDDINGS

WEDDING EVENT FLAGS

JUST MARRIED WEDDING BANNER

WEDDING FAVOR CENTERPIECES

FABRIC FLOWER PLACECARDS

PROGRAM POUCHES

*PHOTO TABLE NUMBERS*

WEDDING FAVOR GARLAND

*ENVELOPE GUEST BOOK*

WINE BOTTLE TABLE NUMBERS

Click on the photos to go directly to the Martha Stewart page with all of the info & directions on how to make these projects yourself.  *Starred* ideas mean they are something we offer, so contact us if you are interested : )  Some of these ideas are just so inspiring!  I want to do a full blown wedding next year for our “second wedding/vow renewal/15 year anniversary” just to incorporate them!  I still haven’t gotten very far with actually thinking about May 21, 2011… but I will start soon.  2011 is going to be a year of big changes for us, so May 21st has been the furthest thing from my mind lately.  BUT, I do have an idea on how I’m going to do some things!  We really want to work with indie artists/designers/vendors only — obviously, because that is what we are, and we prefer to have the day be very funky, personal & unique.  We want to really showcase the people we work with–more than just the day of the event, but here on the blog, as well.  If you are a vendor, designer, artist, creator, etc. (for something wedding related in any way) and would like to be a part of our 2nd big day, get in touch!  I would love to hear the types of things you offer… remember we are looking for totally outside the box, vintage, unique, fresh + simple (martha-like) …you get the idea!  Plus, we have three kiddos who will be 9, 6 and 3 & our bulldog, Olive–all of which will be a huge part of the  day : )   It will obviously be a spring event, and we are thinking outdoors or a mix of both indoor and outdoor.  We look forward to hearing from all of you!!  Even if you aren’t a vendor/artist–send is your unique ideas via comment or blog form.  We would be thrilled to get them!  Anyone know of any great wedding photographers and videographers?

Back to editing for me.  Caio!

Katie Daisy also has an Etsy shop where you can purchase some of her lovely prints & patterns.  She is also in the process of creating her own fabric line called “Going to Montana”.  I can’t wait to buy some for miss Ella’s room!  You can see some samples on her Flickr page.

Have a sunny day, everyone! : )

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first place:

BROCK

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second place:

EGAN

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third place:

GAVIN

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fourth place:

KYRA

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fifth place:

IT’S A TIE!  HOLDEN & CALEB

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*First Place will receive a free session with ae photography.

*Second Place will receive half off your session + a $25 “ae credit”.

*Third Place will receive a free print set when you book a session with us which includes: (1) 8×10 (2) 5×7s (8) wallets.

*Fourth Place will receive a free 5×7 when you book a session with us (remember you also get $25 off your session fee for being part of the contest!)

*Fifth Place will receive a free set of 8 wallets when you book a session with us (remember you also get $25 off your session fee for being part of the contest!)

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE WINNERS!  CONTACT US TO BOOK YOUR SESSIONS!

THE NEXT CONTEST WILL BE IN APRIL & WILL BE FOR ALL OF YOU NEWLYWEDS OUT THERE  CHECK BACK SOON!

p.s.  The next post will be full of photos!

I want everyone to be aware that while you may see duplicates that slipped passed us, don’t feel like what you see will definitely be the end result.  The reason the announcement of the winner is going to be made Monday and is not just obviously known by reviewing the comment box is because we will be be meticulously  going through each and every comment and deleting those that appear to be duplicates in any way.  We want this to be 100% fun and fair.  I know the “1 vote per person” was not stated in the contest info.  I assumed everyone would figure to only vote once out of fairness, plus I knew we would be going through all of the votes at the end anyway ; )

That said, I know tomorrow is the last day for voting, so I’m sure we will be getting a slew of last minute votes–which is wonderful!  I just wanted to post this bit of info before then so you can be sure to only vote once.  Be fair to everyone else in the contest.  Keep it honest and fun!  We have been amazed at all of the votes and how the blog has 1000 or more hits a day  Horray!   We hope all of you continue to follow the blog!

Another thing people have been emailing about is to make sure the votes that we posted in another blog post comment section get counted.  We will definitely make sure to include all of those  Now worries!

Also, as stated in the comments awhile back, if you voted and have facebook–please click the “become a fan” link at te top of our  page or click here and become a fan of ae photography.  It really helps spread the word about the contest and our business, plus you will be able to see our future contests right away.  The next one is in April!

Have a fun final voting day!  We have weddings today and tomorrow, so please be patient if you don’t see your vote posted for a bit.  It is there–we just have to accept it first.  Looks like we beat 100 comments (haha) so there will be something for 4th and 5th place, as well!  Thanks again to each and everyone of you who has taken place in the contest and made it so successful!

-ae

Each photo below is numbered.  Please post the number of your favorite image along with the child’s name in the comments section.  The more votes, the easier it will be to have a distinct 1st, 2nd and 3rd place–so tell all of your friends and family to vote!!  Post it on your facebook, tweet it, blog it… get it out there : )  If we hit 100 votes, we will add on something special for 4th and 5th place.  We have never even gotten close to 100 comments, but hey–I think it’s worth a shot…. plus, I know how many hits our blog gets daily, and if everyone who looked voted, we would have waaay more than 100.  Let’s just see how high we can go.  Yes, you can vote for your own photo : P

1 - KYRA

2 EGAN

3 HOLDEN

4 AUTUMN

5 DREW

6 PEYTON

7 GAVIN

8 CHARLES

9 CALEB

10 JACOB

11 SCARLETT

12 BROCK

I wanted to make sure to include some tiny ones : )  While they may not be doing anything crazy, they still have a look of sweet, childlike innocence–and I love it.  I didn’t realize how almost all of the submissions were boys!  Let the voting begin!

I already had facebook open.  I’m rarely actually on it, but it’s always minimized.  I was emailing a client when I heard the sound of a facebook message, so I opened the facebook window only to find this:

I had to hold back the sobbing.  I have been overwhelmed lately and with all of junk that was going on yesterday, I can’t think of a better pick-me-up that something like that.  Taite just got a facebook of his own.  The day he got it, I wrote ” momma looooves you :p ” on his wall to “embarrass” him.  Well, this little guy wasn’t embarrassed at all.  He loved the way I did the smiley with the tongue sticking out, and apparently figured out how to do that on his own.  Eric and I are so amazed at how smart that child is.  He created a facebook account, started creating those annoying farming games, took screenshots of his games, uploaded them to facebook and put them on his wall with a caption.  Seriously?  How in the world did he know how to do all of that?  I guess he also knows how to start chatting, as well!  He just turned 8 last week.

Anyway, I just thought I would share that special moment with you.  It may not sound that great, but it sure came at a much needed time.  I’m so blessed to have my babies.  They are all that truly matters in my life.  They are the reason for me.

**Notice I’m on Eric’s faebook page.  Apparently I just can’t get enough of that man… faebook stalking my own husband.  Goodness.

P.S. You know what else brightens my day immensely (probably way more that it should… but I’m just a loser, so oh well); blog comments.

I want to give a shout out to pishposhes on Etsy for the use of the awesome headpiece.  I absolutely LOVE it–along with everything else in that shop!  I’m happy to say I will be creating a stash of some of these great items to have on hand for our sessions!  So you will be free to use them as you wish if you book us!  Check out her shop!

More to come from Leslie’s session along with a bunch from our Boudoir Event!

Keep those submissions coming for the “Cute Kiddos Contest”!  We’ve really enjoyed seeing your adorable children : )  I will posting some of our kids soon, as promised!  Now it’s off to take my little miss to dance class, and then we are headed out for a consult.  Let the crazy busy season begin!

SO HERE’S THE SCOOP:

1. Send us your favorite image of a moment you caught of your child doing something cute, silly, etc.  Stick with the motto “kids will be kids” for this contest.  Think silly faces, doing naughty (but adorable!) things, dressing up, playing with their favorite toys–there are a lot of possibilities.  It doesn’t really matter to us.  We are looking for natural moments, not “sears portrait studio” photos of gorgeous children ; )   The point is, there is more to it that just a beautiful face.  All children are beautiful : )  We want to showcase the happiness &  joy they bring to our lives!
2. We will narrow the submissions down to 5 and post them on the blog.
3. Blog readers will get a chance to vote for their favorite image.  Results for each images will be posted for everyone to see!
4. First place will receive a free baby/child lifestyle session with ae photography (see session details below). Second place will receive half off their sitting fee and a $25 “ae credit” to be used toward prints, albums and products.  3rd place will receive a free print set which includes: (1) 8×10 (2) 5×7s (8) wallets.
5. You are free to send in images that include all of your children (as long as it follows the “kids will be kids” guideline).  If you do, and your image is chosen, your session can include all of your kiddos!  You are also free to send more than one image (as long as it is of a different child).
6. You can start submitting your photos right away.  Please email images to aephotography.info@yahoo.com.  Feel free to include a small paragraph with the story behind the photo (if there is one!), and also include the child’s name.  Submitting time ends on Saturday March 13, 2010.  Sunday, the top five photos will be posted on the blog and the contest will begin.  You can simply select your favorite by leaving a comment with the number of the photo you like best!  The contest will be closed Saturday, March 20th, and the winners will be announced on Monday, March 22nd.

SESSION DETAILS

-Baby & Child Lifestyle Sessions last approx. 2 hours.  We leave plenty of room for snacks and breaks.

-We love to come to your home and shoot, using your child’s natural surroundings (room, toys, pets, backyard, etc.).  Plus, your child’s closet full of clothes will be

right there, so it will be easy for you to change up their outfit/s if desired!

-We are also willing to meet at your favorite location/s (park, ice cream shop, etc.) and do some fun shots there!  We will leave that up to you.

-You will receive 2 hours with unlimited poses/clothing changes and an Online Gallery to view and order prints.

So there you have it!  We hope you enjoy the contest and send us a gazillion submissions!  We want to have fun with this!  Since we are asking you to share moments of your “kids being kids”, we figure it’s only fair if we do the same with you!  So–we will post some recent faves of our  3 wild monkeys soon!

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