So, you heard about Giving is Awesome.  The premise is simple: think of someone you know who deserves custom photography but can’t afford it.  Nominate them  to win it.  Enjoy the warm fuzzy feeling you brought to the world.   Last year, Giving Is Awesome had over 500 photographers give away $500,000 in gifts.  Pretty sweet huh, and we can’t wait to do it again this year.

This is a joyous time of year. A time to celebrate the season, our family and a time to truly reflect and appreciate what we have. For some people however, the holidays are a reminder of personal struggles.

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.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography.  Last year I heard so many heart breaking stories, but could only picked one family.  This year, I am splitting the prize and offering 2 families the gift of custom photography. Two families will be gifted a session with Surprise Photography and will also receive a $500 print credit.

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-home does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

The nominee must reside in Dutchess/Ulster county. Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve this gift.  Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

Please email me your stories to melissa@surprisephotography.com, by December 24th. If you sent me a story last year, but did not win, please feel free to submit the same family again. Many of your stories were extremely touching.  The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve…so get nominating! I look forward to your stories.

Open your heart to someone this holiday season – and thanks for giving us an opportunity to open ours.

Not in my area, find a photographer in yours, please visit: www.givingisawesome.com/