Christmas in June :: Complimentary Christmas Cards

Frequently Asked Questions Does my session have to happen in June? No, however in order to receive the complimentary Christmas cards, you must have your session by August 31st, 2014. Please keep in mind that weekend sessions are very limited and booking quickly. What happens if we are unable to make the session? The session fee is a non-refundable retainer. If you are unable to make your session, you will forfeit the complimentary Christmas cards, but the session fee may be applied toward a session at a later date. Will you help me with what to wear? Absolutely! I enjoy being a part of the process from the very beginning. Beforehand we'll have a pre-consultation to plan your personalized session. This can happen over the phone, in person or by email, whichever is easiest and most enjoyable for you. What happens after the session? Approximately three weeks after, you'll be invited to the studio for a reveal of your images and ordering. This reveal will include the best 20 - 25 images from your session. My top favorites will be fully edited, this includes retouching (such as blemishes). Any additional images you chose will also receive my magic touch. During your ordering appointment I will be there to help you order the images you love and want to display in your home. After you have completed your order, I will edit all images you have ordered and have them professionally printed for you. Depending on product ordered, typical turn around time is 2 to 6 weeks. What if I have additional questions, not answered here? I look forward to hearing from you. You are welcome to email me [info@christinedavidphotography.com] or call me [206.349.2609].

Celebrate Mom with a Gift She’ll Enjoy for Years to Come

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and what better way to celebrate Mom than with a portrait session to capture the special bond between a mother and child. Christine David Photography is offering an exclusive Mother’s Day special that is sure to make Mom feel loved. Full Session for Grandma, Mom & Children Enjoy an unrushed portrait session allowing everyone to get comfortable, ensuring the best and most natural interactions are captured. A Treasure to Enjoy for Years to Come Mom will select her favorite image from the session, the one that makes her heart swell with joy, to wear proudly on an exquisite necklace or bracelet. Or she may choose a 5” x 7” Gallery Stand to display where she’ll see it each day reminding her of how special it is to be called “Mom.” Something to Share Every Mom enjoys showing off her children! To make that easy peasy, she’ll receive a web-ready copy of her favorite image to share online via social media and/or email. Purchase Your Gift Certificate Now Printable PDF (delivered by email) $95.00 USD Gift Wrapped Certificate (pick up) $100.00 USD Terms & Conditions Apply. Gift must be purchase by May 11, 2014. Session must be completed by August 31, 2014. Necklace/Bracelet/Gallery Stand will be ordered after your session is completed and must included a CDP image.

A New Website is in the Works

Exciting news! I've commissioned a professionally designed website and look forward to a whole new look!

In the mean time, please visit my Facebook fanpage to stay up to date with Christine David Photography.

Happy Wishes,

Christine

Celebrating Hosea's First Birthday with a Cake Smash

Before sharing Hosea's darling images, I want to take a moment to answer a question asked on my Facebook business page. Alexa H. asked: "What lens do you use the most often or is the most versatile?" Thank you Alexa for your question. I'm a Canon girl and you'll find the 24mm to 70mm L series on my camera most of the time. I find the range to be the friendliest to every day life and photographing my own little ones. If you have a question about photography that you'd like me answer, stop by like my page and be prepared to ask away each Friday! And now, it's Hosea's time...

About to Make Several Clients Happy

Receiving client prints and wall art is way too much fun. Three big boxes arrived today and I couldn't wait to open them, now I can't wait to deliver them and see them hung proudly. This order even included a gallery wrap of one our favorite photos taken by Tamara Lackey and a free standing gallery block of Eli to display in our home.

Sandy Puc Cutest Kid Charity Model Search benefiting Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

Christine David Photography is participating in the 2013 Charity Model Search to select the Cutest Kid in North America. All proceeds benefit the non-profit Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (NILMDTS). Christine David Photography is looking for cute children birth – 18 years old to enter into the contest.  Do you have the Cutest Kid in North America? Here’s an opportunity to prove it, and have your child claim the official title while supporting a non-profit organization that provides remembrance photography to parents experiencing the loss of a child.  Book your session today. Call 206.349.2609 or email info@christinedavidphotography.com now. Read on to find out more about the contest... ABOUT THE CONTEST This event is the primary fund raising event for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (NILMDTS). Proceeds from votes benefit NILMDTS, a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to provide professional portrait sessions to families suffering an early infant loss at no cost to the family in order to honor their child’s legacy and memory. Q. WHO CAN ENTER? A. Kids age birth-18 years who reside in the United States and Canada. Q. HOW WILL THE WINNER BE DETERMINED? A. Each eligible photo submitted will be included in the Contest Gallery. Finalists will be selected based solely on paid votes received. Votes may be purchased for $1 per vote with no limit to the number of votes that can be cast at one time. The top 10 children from each age division with the most votes when voting closes will move on to the final judging round. Each image will be judged on the theme: “The Cutest Kid”. The winners will be selected by an independent panel of judges made up of photography and modeling industry experts. Q. WHAT ARE THE PRIZES? A. As there are three age divisions, we will have a first, second, and third place winner for each division. The prizes will be as follows: Division 1 – Ages 0-3 Division 2 – Ages 4-12 Division 3 – Ages 13-18 First Place First Place First Place $500 Cash $500 Cash $500 Cash Camera Camera Camera Movie Tickets (6) Movie Tickets (6) Movie Tickets (6) $75 Toys R US $75 Toys R US $75 Toys R Us $50 Target $50 Target $50 Target Second Place Second Place Second Place $250 Cash $250 Cash $250 Cash Camera Camera Camera Movie Tickets (4) Movie Tickets (4) Movie Tickets (4) $50 Toys R Us $50 Toys R Us $50 Toys R Us $25 Target $25 Target $25 Target Third Place Third Place Third Place $100 Cash $100 Cash $100 Cash Camera Camera Camera Movie Tickets (2) Movie Tickets (2) Movie Tickets (2) $25 Toys R Us $25 Toys R Us $25 Toys R Us

Cuteness Overload {Children's Photographer - Kent, Washington}

Bella and Anna came in for my Sweetheart Limited Edition and we had a blast and captured some over the top cute images, wouldn't you agree? Did you know that a showreel is included with each and every session?

Holiday Share Me Special

Through December 25th, all heirloom DVD orders will receive an email of their purchased images in a web-sized format. It's the perfect way to share your heartwarming memories with you online friends and family. Purchase a deeply discount heirloom DVD of ALL images from your session for $225. Add your session slideshow for only $75! Call to learn more about these exciting savings and place your order: 206-349-2609 or email christinedavidphotography@msn.com

Start the year off right with a profile image makeover

Start the new year off right, upgrade your profile from a standard snapshot to a professional portrait. For only $35, this could be the most affordable makeover you’ve ever had. Bring a friend or two and you each pay half price. By appointment only - call today 206-349-2609 or email christinedavidphotography@msn.com

Christmas Gifts from the Heart

Looking for a unique Christmas gift that the recipient is sure to enjoy for years to come? Christine David Photography is now offering a selection of beautiful photo gifts from ornaments to key chains to iPhone cases. These gifts are perfect for :  - Grandparents  - Parents  - Heirloom hand me downs for kids  - Friends  - Teachers  ... and the list goes on Give yourself the gift of time and order one for everyone on your list, all from the comfort of home in your jammies while sipping on your favorite beverage. For a complete ordering guide, email me at christinedavidphotography@msn.com

Plus, this is still time to take advantage of my 

Cyber Monday Special - Unlimited $100 Gift Certificates for just $75
(gift certificates are available in both $100 and $50 increments)

Cyber Monday Sale : $100 Gift Certificates just $75 Each!

Leave the holiday rush to the procrastinators this year. My Cyber Monday sale is the perfect way to cross every name off your list without leaving the comfort of your home. From Friday, November 23rd to Monday, November 26th, you can get an unlimited number of $100 gift certificates and pay only $75 each! Order by phone at 206.349.2609, email at christinedavidphotography@msn.com or use the Paypal button below to reserve yours today. Then just relax, put on your bunny slippers, eat some leftover turkey and pumpkin pie, and pat yourself on the back. Your holiday shopping is done for the year! Select Gift Certificate Amount(s) $100 Gift Certificate for $75.00 USD (2) $50 Gift Certificates for $75.00 USD

The Beauty of a Tangible Print

When I shot this image of Eli and Brian immediately fell in love with it! Yet, that original feeling can't compare with the emotions I felt as I opened up my gallery block from Artsy Couture. There is just nothing like holding a printed image in all its glory. I was brought back to the moment we captured this image, how new and little Eli was and the immense amount of love we felt. Now this photo will grace my wall and remind me every time I walk by it instead of being lost on my computer amongst the tens of thousands (yes, literally) photos. A Gallery Block is a professional grade photographic print adhered to wood and then laminated to insure no wearing, tearing or peeling. Each Gallery Block™ has clean, crisp 90° angles, and no folded corner flaps, like Canvas Wraps. What you won't see in the photo is the slight shimmer that adds to the overall beauty! Good news I'm now offering Gallery Blocks to all my wonderful clients! Need a new portrait to feature on your walls? Email me at ChristineDavidPhotography@msn.com or call me at 206.310.8198 to schedule your session.

Our New Fury Family Member

Last night we brought home a new fury family member. Meet Gustavo, the Frug. Don't know what a Frug is? Click here to read more about Gustavo.

Happy First Birthday Jax!

On Sunday I had the pleasure of revealing Jax's one year old photos to his proud parents. In a lot of ways it felt like Christmas morning for me and I couldn't wait for them to "open their gift." It was so much fun to sit there and listen to them enjoy the "show" and now I get to share it with all of you! Here are just a few of my favorites from Jax's session...

Congratulations Stephanie & Dale

On July 11, my sweet friends Stephanie & Dale tied the knot during their destination wedding in Jamaica. We are all are beyond happy for them! Here's to many years of happiness together!

Our Time on Creative Live with the Fabulous Tamara Lackey

We were besides ourselves when we were selected to be a model family on Creative Live for Tamara Lackey's Sales, Sales, Sales live workshop. 

As the day quickly approached I felt a little more nervous. Sure I was familiar with being up in front of people due to my experiences with Close To My Heart, but this would be different. This time I would be up in front of a small group, but also broadcasted live to the world in many ways. On top of that, I'd be with my hubby and kiddos. Brian loves to be funny, which had me a worried about what he might say.

Surprisingly the day arrived and I wasn't nervous like I thought I would be. The crew at Creative Live was great and Tamara was so easy to be around! The kids gave her a run for her money, which actually just gave her a chance to show off her fabulousness. In the midst of the chaos she captured some spectacular images that I can't wait to show off! And Brian, he was on his best behavior and played along and provided some good insights. I sure do love him!

Happy Birthday Jax

Today I had the pleasure of having Jax and his family in for his 1 year old photos. Look at that silly little smirk, isn't he a doll?!

Perfect Day for a Snow Day

Ellie and I met back in Elementary school and have been friends through many ups and downs. It was a treat to head out for a snow day together and capture these beautiful photos of her and her son. I swear she has the prettiest blue eyes I've ever seen and her son... well, just check out those gorgeous hazel eyes!

A Gift for Emma

The baby of three girls, Emma has always been the quietest of the bunch. When I offered to take the girls out for a photo shoot, I wasn't sure if Emma would really be into it. She surprised me to say the least. I saw so much of her personality and lots of (I'm having fun) smiles.

We just celebrated summer birthdays and I was so excited to give Emma this framed storyboard of herself, although I didn't know if she'd think it was as cool as I thought it was. She unwrapped it and I saw a smile spread across her face. Success!! After all, how could she not like it, she looks stunning!

Felgar Family & Mini Session Openings

When was your last family photo taken? If you are like me, it is time for an updated shot (at least one that includes the regular family photographer who is typically behind the lens). Join me September 3rd for a special mini session. I currently have 3 slots available: 10:30, 12 and 12:30. Click here to read all about it, then email me at ChristineDavidPhotography@msn.com to schedule your photos.

What an honor it was to capture Roger and Mary's 50th Anniversary celebration family photos. Thank you for sharing your special day with me! Congratulations on 50 years and here's to many more to come!