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And the winner is…

Laura — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:07:24 +0000

Jennifer and Rob! Thanks to all our wonderful clients who participated in the 2009 Wedding Photo Contest! We had an amazing number of votes, and it was a pretty tight race between a few couples, particularly our three runner’s up: Eva and Miguel, Kristina and Chris, and Janet and Karsten. Although there wasn’t originally a “second prize”, I really enjoyed seeing comments and so much enthusiasm from our clients’ friends and family, so the three runner’s up will each receive an 8×12 custom print of their image! Jennifer and Rob will of course receive the big prize, a 12×18 Gallery Canvas print! Thanks to everyone who voted – looking forward to doing it again next year!

The winning image again (what a hot couple!):

2009 Wedding Photo Contest!

Laura — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:53:47 +0000

To celebrate our new look for Magnolia Photographic (hope y’all like the orange!) we’re having a super-fun photo contest! You, the good viewers of our blogsite, get to vote for your favourite, and the couple in the winning photo will get a fabulous 12×18 canvas print of their image – how great is that? So help them out folks, and let the voting begin!

How to vote: please leave a comment at the bottom of this post with your vote (just the number of the photo will do – feel free to add other positive comments if you wish). Only one vote per IP address, per person (and yes we will check and delete votes from any naughty cheaters).

***When you are leaving your comment/vote, please ensure you are commenting on this specific post, not the ones below it – otherwise it won’t count and you will be a sad panda.***

Contest begins now and ends Wednesday, March 10 – so start voting!

1. Cheryl and Darren2. Kristina and Chris3. Eva and Miguel

4. Jennifer and Rob

5. Jessica and Keith

6. Kristine and Tom7. PaoYi and Kevin

8. Melissa and Dave9. Janet and Karsten

Savvy Bride Showcase – Free Passes Available!

Laura — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:56:14 +0000

We are so excited to be a part of the Savvy Bride Showcase this year! This is going to be an awesome wedding show, with three distinct themes, fashion shows, and plenty of vendors to help you plan your big day! If you’d like a free pass for two people, book a studio consultation with me to talk about your wedding photography anytime before March 15, 2010 – get in touch through the contact form above or give me a ring at 778.230.1161.

Boudoir Photography Marathon – May 15 & 16, 2010

Laura — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:20:02 +0000

Need a great wedding gift for your future hubby?
Maybe an anniversary present?
Or perhaps something just to celebrate YOU!

A Secret Session is perfect!

What is it: a sexy, Vogue-style boudoir photo shoot in your favourite lingerie
Who is it: you, Laura Millin, Vancouver wedding and portrait photographer from Magnolia Photographic, and Tara Lasko, professional makeup artist from Paint By Numbr
How much is it: $365 includes makeup, a one-hour boudoir photo shoot in a posh hotel room, $100 towards a custom designed Secret Album, sexy enhanced prints, or any of our other unique products, and a private online gallery to view your images
Where is it: a luxe suite in a local hotel
When is it: Saturday, May 15, and Sunday, May 16, 2010 – times available are:

Saturday, May 15 (new day just added!)
* 9:30AM
* 11:00AM
* 12:45PM
* 2:15PM
* 3:45PM

Sunday, May 16
SOLD OUT!

As an added bonus, we’ll also have beautiful jewelry from Brooklyn Designs on hand for clients to use during their session – the perfect glittery addition to your sexy outfit!

To book your session time, please contact Laura at Magnolia Photographic either by phone at 778.230.1161, or use the contact form in the menu above. Prices do not include taxes; a $200 retainer is required to reserve your time, and can be paid by cash, cheque, Visa, Mastercard, or PayPal. The balance of the session fee is due at the Marathon.

To see samples of past Secret Sessions, please check out the Boudoir gallery as well as our website dedicated entirely to our boudoir work, www.secretsessions.ca.

To see samples of Tara’s makeup, check out www.paintbynumbr.ca

Special Promotion for 2010 Wedding Bookings!

Laura — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:50:02 +0000

It looks like 2010 is going to be a hot year for weddings! Inquiries are coming in fast and furious, so we thought now was the perfect time to offer a special promotion! I’d love to talk with you about your big day, and show you our unique and beautiful prints and albums, so get in touch now to book your consultation! You can reach me through the email contact form (in the menu bar above) or in person at 778.230.1161.

“VEIL” – FREE Wedding Event

Laura — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:40:08 +0000

Attention brides and grooms-to-be! You are invited to “VEIL”, a FREE wedding event on January 31, 2010 at the fabulous Terminal City Club! Join us and enjoy wine and canapes while asking questions and seeking advice from a select group of local wedding experts – details and RSVP information below!

Valentine’s Boudoir Photo Marathon – February 7, 2010

Laura — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:14:28 +0000

The perfect Valentine’s gift – a boudoir session especially for your special someone! Details available at www.secretsessions.ca

Vancouver Boudoir Marathon – August 16, 2009

Laura — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:43:47 +0000

I’m happy to announce that we’re hosting another Secret Session Marathon on Sunday, August 16, 2009. Details are available on our boudoir photography website, www.secretsessions.ca

New Boudoir Photography Website!

Laura — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:04:31 +0000

I’m happy to say that our boudoir photography business has really taken off, and as such we decided to make a site dedicated to what we like to call “Secret Sessions!” It’s new, it’s snazzy, and you can check it out at www.secretsessions.ca

You’ll also see on the Secret Sessions site that we’ve just announced a new Marathon Date! The next Secret Session Marathon will be held Sunday, August 16, 2009, and times are booking up fast – so if you’d like to book a session, get in touch!

Thanks to all our Boudoir Marathon Clients!

Laura — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:08:20 +0000

Just wanted to say thanks to all the ladies who participated in our Secret Session Boudoir Marathon this past weekend! I had such a great time with each of you!

Boudoir photography has come a long way since it’s major popularity in the ’80’s, when it was known more as “glamour” photography. Gone are the days of the cheesy, overly posed photograph with soft focus filters. Today’s boudoir is shot in more of a fashion magazine-style, with natural light and a natural look. To me, this approach best achieves the goal of a boudoir session: to make a woman feel beautiful, sexy, and confident through relaxed, fabulous images.

Another very big thank you to make up artist, Tara Lasko of Paint by Numbr. Tara does such a great job not only on the make up (which is amazing!) but also with talking to each girl and calming their nerves before the session. I’m really happy to have Tara on board – she is a true talent. If you’re getting married or having a photo session of any kind, Tara is your girl!

One last thank you goes out to Brooke Mosher of Brooklyn Designs. Brooke was kind enough to share some of her beautiful jewelry with us for the girls to use during their Secret Session. Her pieces complimented the girls’ outfits perfectly, and added just a little more sparkle to each image. Check out her website to see her full range of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.

In the meantime, stay tuned for our next Secret Session Marathon, coming up this fall! We’ll also have some images from this past marathon to share on our boudoir website soon, so check back often for the latest!