Belle Meinerz Photography

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XO

Happy 2010 everyone… I hope it’s been great so far! I have a ton of exciting news to share with you, after a much deserved break from blogging…

but first, let me THANK YOU all for a wonderful 2009.

2009 was, by far, my best year in business. I met the most amazing little people, welcomed so many brand new babies, worked with wonderful clients — I had so much fun capturing the memories, the little precious moments that will forever tell their stories. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.
It was also a very busy year. Especially right before Christmas. Just to give you an idea how it looked like before the holidays:

it was like that every. single. day. for a few weeks… it sure was a lot of fun (I puffy heart LOVE getting the finished product, packaging it beautifully and delivering it to my clients). Since I’ve never had THAT many goodies at the very same time in my office, I decided to grab a few shots of the oh-so-yummy products that sure made for perfect Christmas presents for lucky parents, grandparents, relatives and friends!

my clients always tell me how excited they get to open a Belle Meinerz Photography package… half of the excitement comes just from the anticipation of the fabulousness that awaits!



ooooh lurve me some linen texture on a metallic print…


Goodies ready for packaging (pictures courtesy of my husband)… yes, I had to have some help with all of the packaging stuff

… and that’s pretty much a 2009 wrap-up!

To all my wonderful 2009 clients, a HUGE

for making 2009 my best year so far! Here’s to a 2010 full of yummy goodies, contagious giggles and fun, fresh portraits!

2010 also comes with a a range of new products and session options… Think modern, fresh, contemporary and truly custom. I’ve been searching hi and lo for exquisite, unique high-end goodies and am pleased to announce that I’ll be offering these new portrait products in 2010. They are undoubtedly the most beautiful photography products I’ve ever laid eyes on! Stay tuned as I’ll be blogging all about it soon!

that’s not all, folks! I’m also working hard on a new website, new blog look and Belle Meinerz Photography is heading in a new direction… I am sure my clients will love the new, liberal approach to fun photography! Can’t wait to share the news!

Last but not least… have you guys been enjoying the Olympics? We went downtown yesterday for some Olympic fun and the kids went crazy! Tons of pictures to share soon!

XO

Wishing you all…

Tis the season of love and happiness, time to be with your loved ones, enjoying a blessed and peaceful holiday!!

A big heartfelt THANK YOU to all my amazing clients and friends for a wonderful 2008 and warm wishes of an abundance of happiness throughout the New Year!

Holiday Closure

BMP Headquarters will be closed for the Holidays starting Dec 25th through Jan 5th for a much deserved time off with family, and also to re-energize and get all the       NEW FUN STUFF ready for 2009!

So stay tuned for all the exciting new changes around here…

I’ll be back some time during this week or next with a Slide Show with all my favorite images from 2008.

****To all my clients with newborns coming in the next week or so: as always, I am happy to squeeze you in as needed, so contact me as soon as your baby arrives!****

*Giving is Awesome UPDATE*

Due to a few requests, I’ll extend the period for your entries – please send in your nominations until Dec 31st – Winner will be announced on Jan 5th 2009. And thanks again for sharing with me your amazing stories!

See you soon!!!!

Love,

Belle

because green… is the new black!

’nuff said.

exciting new changes ahead! stay tuned!

I am very, very blessed in life. I am so grateful for my family, my job and all the joy my family and the families I work with bring into my life. And I want to share this love. The gift of sharing a gift. Because giving… is awesome.

I am all about giving back. And what a better time than now?

A fellow photographer, Kristen Kalp started this great *awesome* idea and I didn’t think twice when I came upon her giving is awesome website.

and it goes like that:

You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

NOMINATE THEM.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience custom photography — over $2,000 worth, to be exact.

This {gift of memories} will include:
* a complimentary session,
* a DVD Slide Show with all the images in their gallery, beautifully set to music,
* all the images in their gallery in a 5×7 format
* one mounted Storyboard (20×20 or smaller)

It’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a $250 print credit.
What better reason to show some love could there possibly be, people?

The rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home in Paris does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

* The nominee must reside in the Greater Vancouver area. Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* You must e-mail me the full story : info@bellemeinerz.com.

The winner will be announced on Christmas Day — get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

Open your heart to someone this holiday season — and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

With love,

Belle