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In my mind, moving was going to be a 3 hour event I would mostly miss out on because I was working. It turned into a week long process of exhausting labor and spotty internet service. Now that I have re-recorded a new voicemail greeting and received a new password to check messages, I have about 25 people to call back and I will do that as soon as possible! Scattered in between painting, scheduling appointments, cleaning and everything else.. I worked.. a LOT. Here's a little preview for some of you who came out with me and gave me the breaks my husband didn't get :)
 
 
Allison called me about two weeks ago needing a photo session right away. Her beloved dog was diagnosed with cancer and she wanted photos while she was still healthy and happy. We set it up and spent an evening, just before sunset, playing frisbee and just enjoying Katie Dog for the wonderful companion she is.


 
 
This weekend could not have been more beautiful! Three family sessions, two senior portrait sessions and an engagement filled up my days, morning to night. I have a few previews  and will be working double time to get all my editing done before Saturday. I still am looking to fill two more evening sessions this week: 5-7 or 6-7pm at Gibraltar Mansion, the trees are flowering and it is perfection there before sunset. Send me an email if you want to schedule!
Hair for the last session pictured provided by Aimee Ednie at www.salonjalore.com
 
 
Wedding season is rapidly approaching and I have been working overtime with newly engaged couples. Since it has gotten so warm I've shot at Ridley Creek, Rockwood Park and outdoors at Longwood (just in the past week). I'll get to the full sessions edits shortly but for a change of pace in previews I am going to show off the one thing all of these ladies have in common: some serious bling.


 
 
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Spring Giveaway winners

Thanks to the random number generator I am able to announce the winners of the Spring Giveaway.

Prize 3: $50 Gift Certificate goes to: Dina H.

Prize 2: 1 hour photo session at Longwood/admission for 4
             Online Gallery/Photo Editing
             CD of Images
                                    $267 Value
                                                                        Goes to: Jessica S.
 

Prize 1: One Year Dual-Membership to Longwood Gardens
             2 Named Cardholders/ 2 Cards
             2 Hour Photo Session at Longwood/admission for 4
             Online Gallery/ Photo Editing
             CD of Images
                                    $487 Value

Goes to: Joanna D.

All winners have been notified by email! Thanks for being a f

 
 
Yes, Longwood AGAIN! Maybe one day it will be Spring and we can shoot elsewhere (preferably this Saturday when I am at Ridley Creek State Park). The Orchid Exhibit is closed now and plants are blooming outside so at least everything will be very different for the next few months!

I had a great afternoon with Miss Delaware International 2013 and love the chance to break away from my normal and do something glamorous!
 
 
Looking through these photos, it's comical that Kier told me he isn't photogenic. Being in love is ALWAYS photogenic!


 
 
I shot exclusively at Longwood this weekend, it is just too cold out to shoot anywhere else! Two engagements and two family sessions kept me very busy. Here's a little sneak peek!


 
 
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Iron Orchid Photography is giving away three great prizes in March!

Prize 1: One Year Dual-Membership to Longwood Gardens
             2 Named Cardholders/ 2 Cards
             2 Hour Photo Session at Longwood/admission for 4
             Online Gallery/ Photo Editing
             CD of Images
                                    $487 Value
            
Prize 2: 1 hour photo session at Longwood/admission for 4
             Online Gallery/Photo Editing
             CD of Images
                                    $267 Value

Prize 3: $50 Gift Certificate to Iron Orchid                              Photography


To Enter:

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COMMENT below when you have done all three.


Contest Details:

Winners will be chosen at random by the random.org number generator based on your COMMENT below. This contest is not affiliated with or sponsored by Facebook or Longwood Gardens. Prizes are provided by Iron Orchid Photography. Winner will have three month to schedule their photo shoot. Dual Membership can be upgraded to any other membership plan through Longwood Gardens by just paying the difference in price. You cannot claim your prize in cash, no substitutions. Contest ends March 31st at 11:59PM EST. All photo sessions for prizes 1 and 2 must be done at Longwood Gardens. Winners will be posted on the blog, on facebook and contacted by email. You may only enter ONCE.

 
 
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It's time to book your spring mini-sessions!
Easter is on 3/31 this year so there is only a few weeks left to take photos to have back in time for the holiday. It may be cold outside but Longwood Gardens are full of tulips, daffodils, orchids and blooming fruit trees! Join me for a mini-session on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the afternoon (a few morning sessions are available as well) at Longwood and receive the following:
45 Minutes of Photography, including admission for 4 paying guests and all children under age 4.
Online Gallery to share with family and friends
Clean Photo Editing removing blemishes, flaws and boo-boos
One accordion mini-book of your session

$99- stay and play after your session! Over 4 acres of indoor gardens including a children's area with a splash park. (Bring a change of clothes!)

Check back soon for details on a spring give-away!