Belle Meinerz Photography

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

I hope everyone had a safe and super fun Halloween! My kids had a great time and and of course I have tons of photos of the trick or treating fun to share but these will have to wait… this is now the busiest week of the year as I’m sending the last few batches of Holiday Cards orders to the lab… my UPS guy will sure be quite busy the next few weeks delivering all the goodies… I simply love designing cards and I can’t wait to see all the final products!

So hopefully in a few days I’ll be able to come here to share some of my favorite pictures from all fall sessions.. lots and lots and lots of great ones!!!

I actually just stopped by to let you know that… I only have two ONE spots left for 2008 sorry, fully booked. So if you were planning on a session this year, you’ll want to book as soon as possible. Don’t wait! (A session is not secured until the retainer fee is paid in full.)

2009

I am so excited about the awesome changes that are taking place in 2009!
There will be new products announced so keep an eye on the blog to be the first to see it!!!
I will be offering new package selections, Signature Art Prints (custom designed metallic Art Prints with an exquisite linen texture, mounted and ready to be proudly displayed), new *gorgeous* contemporary Albums and Keepsake Boxes, among other goodies!

I will open our calendar for 2009 soon so if you plan on booking a 2009 session still with 2008 rates please contact me as soon as possible.

…and because no post is fun without a picture, here is a recent favorite…

love all the colors here and those adorable little faces! Mom did a fantastic job with the outfit choices!

ok, back to the Holiday Season proofing-designing-sending to lab madness! Hope to be back soon!!

I can’t believe that 2008 is almost to an end! Before we know it the Holidays will be here!

I’ve been swamped lately – I have been photographing the most beautiful families, they came to me for their holiday portraits so now I’m designing their Christmas cards and I am sooo excited about my 2008 Holiday Card Designs!!!

These are only a few of them so stay tuned as I will be posting a few more (time permitting)
If you are impatient like me and just can’t wait to see them all, just shoot me an email and I’ll send you the link to the complete 2008 Holiday Cards Collection.

If you are looking for Holiday Cards or photos as Christmas gifts, please contact me as soon as possible – your order must be placed by Nov 5th (holiday cards) and Nov 20th (Art Prints, Albums & Canvases).

ok, I’m off to bed now – I just couldn’t resist sharing the cards!!!!!!

XO
Belle

hello all moms-to-be out there!

I am looking for a newborn to photograph with my new goodies – aka custom designed blankets, hats and diaper covers – especially made for me/my photography business! The designer and I need to know the exact sizes so I can order a few more one-of-a-kind pieces for me! I am so excited! 100% Uruguayan wool, really cool colors and oh so soft… just begging for a newborn!

Since my next scheduled newborn client is only in mid-October, I am looking for a brand new baby (5 days to approximately 2 – 3 weeks old) ASAP for a free session with me! yes, you read it right – you get a free *weekday* Newborn Photo Session with Belle Meinerz Photography! (session must be held on or before Oct 10th, with signed model release).
Just shoot me an email @ info@bellemeinerz.com and we go from there!

Hurry! can’t wait to hear from you and your new bundle of joy

xoxo
Belle

First of all, just a quick note – August is now fully booked. If you want to be put on our waiting list please let me know as soon as possible!

and…..

yes, our famous SUMMER SPECIAL! Past clients have already received an email and if you want to learn more about the Summer Special before I make it public (in the next few days) please sign in for our Specials (brown button above – just click it!).

and stay tuned for our very first CONTEST!!!!

and because no post is fun without a picture… here goes one that just screams “SUMMER”!!!!

hope you’re all enjoying the SUMMER!!!!!

xoxo

Belle