First of all, thank you to all of you who entered into my New Blog Contest.? I do have to say, it was hard to beat the winner, this momma rallied up the troops and spread the word and banked herself mucho points.? So, it was no surprise to draw her name, Jenn….can’t wait to see Tyler again!? Now, get off the computer and go give some hugs and kisses to those you love

Receiving First Communion is one of the most important milestones in a young Catholics life. It is also a day of family and tradition. First Communion Portraits are treasured keepsakes for parents and their family to cherish the innocence and hope for the future of their children.

On March 21st and 28th, I will be hosting mini First Communion mini-sessions. I never offer mini-sessions, so this is truly a treat. Each session will be 30 minutes and there are several special collections for you to choose from. If you or patrons from your church wish to plan a session at your church, please email me for more detailed information.

Here are some of my favorite from last year…

For more detailed information on mini sessions and collection information, please email me at melissa@surprisephotography.com.

It has been a couple months in the works, but it is finally here, my fabulous new blog!? There have been a lot of changes with SP over the past couple of months and a lot more to come this year, so I figure, why not start with a new look.? First,? you may have already noticed that I also have a new logo, thanks to Christa Soltis.

Then my new blog of course, I owe a big THANKS to Joell Parkos of Image Garden Photography for all the great work she did in designing my new blog. I am a very big fan of Joell and many of you are very familiar with her work, especially those who had holiday sessions last year.

Lastly, I want to thank Marina Miller of Red Heart Photography, in Oahu for my Bio photo.? We were honored to have our pictures taken by her last December, while hubby and I were in Maui.? Check out some of our pics HERE.

So, what would be a new blog without a fabulous little? BLOG CONTEST?? How about a $150 print credit to use towards your next session? Children, newborns, weddings, seniors, whatever!? Sound good?? All you have to do, is earn yourself some points and? get entered into the contest as many times as you can.? Here’s how to earn some points…

1) 1 point- Leave a comment on my blog (be sure to leave your email too, it will be kept private)

2)? 3 points- Link My Blog.? Got a blog, link mine to yours.? For every hit I get from you blog, you get another point.? But please don’t keep hitting the link over and over to rack up some points? (I can tell)? However, you can add a note to your blog to have your friends click the link for you ?? CT blog stalkers, remember I will be traveling there this summer for some shoots, so don’t hold back

3) 3 points- Subscribe- Just subscribe to my feed at the top of the page, and you will get 3 points.

This will run until February 14th.? I will then tally all of your points, and draw a? random winner.? For sharing you love for me,? I will share the love you.? Oh, and some $$ too

Also, hear about great specials and announcements first…join my group on FACEBOOK.

Again, I want to thank EVERYONE for a great 2008!? I am very excited about the year to come and helping you make? precious memories for you and you loved ones to cherish forever.

Thank you, now go share the love!

Melissa