Wednesday, December 12, 2012

12 Days of Christmas

Well the final celebration of 2012 is in the air....we'll be doing our 12 days of Christmas with steals & deals as well as a giveaway!

Here's what's coming up so you can make sure you tune in and try to win some deals!!!!

Day 1 (December 12th)
*25% off 2013 sessions booked.  Offer available for THREE people only!  Must comment on the Facebook post to "win" a 25% off session.  Subject to 50% deposit due at the time of booking.

Day 2 (December 13th)
*30% off all canvas orders today.  If you do not have a session currently in the gallery but would like to order a canvas of a previous session I need your session date, image number, and size of canvas wrap.
Sizes for this sale include: 10x10, 11x14, 12x12, 16x16, 16x20, 16x24, 24x30.  Must contact me on the 13th ONLY to claim.  Canvas will not be ordered until full payment is received.  Shipping is $10. 

Day 3 (December 14th)
*40% off Christmas Ornaments.  Order a custom Christmas ornament with your child's picture or family picture on it and get it in time for a Christmas gift! 

Day 4 (December 15th)
*Buy one get one free 8x10 prints!  Minimum order of $15.  Shipping is $5.  If your gallery is no longer active you can still order!  I will need your session date, image number(s), and quantity to order.  Payment must be received in full prior to me placing the order.

Day 5 (December 16th)
*Enter to win a $25 print credit to be used in 2013.  Must enter via Rafflecopter.

Day 6 (December 17th)
*Enter to win a free 10x10 canvas wrap to be used in 2013.  Must enter via Rafflecopter.

Day 7 (December 18th)
*Buy a $25 print credit get $10 bonus!  Must provide email for payment purposes.  Only 5 available.  For prints in 2013.

Day 8 (December 19th)
*Buy one canvas get one 25% off.  Must purchase today.  Must provide email for payment purposes.

Day 9 (December 20th)
*Book a 2013 session today & get 10 extra images free! Must pay deposit.

Day 10 (December 21st)
*Enter to win a free accordion album of your session (2012 or 2013 session)

Day 11 (December 22nd)
*Enter to win 25 free birthday invites, holiday cards, or other cards for your next special occasion

Day 12 (December 23rd)
*Big prize!  Enter to win a free 2013 1 hour session!!!!

I'll be posting the deals live daily!  You can enter up to one time a day for each giveaway - all giveaways will be announced December 24th!
a Rafflecopter giveaway

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals & Steals!

So we can't miss out on Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals over here at Ashley Marie Photography so check out the deals below!  All deals can be purchased through the ordering links provided.

Black Friday

* Buy a $25 print credit and get $10 bonus dollars! http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/bfprints
* Buy a $50 print credit and get $20 bonus dollars! http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/bfprints
* Buy one gift certificate for $50 and get a $10 gift certificate for yourself!  http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/bfgifts
* Buy one gift certificate for $100 and get a $25 gift certificate for yourself!  http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/bfgifts
* 20% off all holiday cards ordered today! http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/bfholiday

Cyber Monday
*Buy one session in 2013 and get a second for 50% off! http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/cbsessions
*40% off Christmas Ornaments ordered today! http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/cmornaments
*Buy 1 canvas wrap get one 25% off http://ashleymariephotography.shootproof.com/cmcanvas

Current Clients with Galleries
Make sure to keep an eye out on our page - we will be posting limited quantity discount codes through the day!


All offers are good through 11:59pm November 23rd 2012.  All Cyber Monday offers are good from 12am - 11:59pm November 26th 2012.  Offers are not valid with any other offer or discount. You MUS purchase your deal via the website link provided.  All deal promo codes or certificates will be issued or mailed no later than November 30th.

I will also be running random promo code specials through the day for current sessions in the online ordering galleries as well as an offer that anyone can grab for 2013 deals!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

2013 Pricing Updates

I've eluded to the new 2013 pricing structure that Ashley Marie Photography will be following but I will now be in the process of updating the website to reflect it as 2012 is officially booked solid.

For the past two years Ashley Marie Photography has followed a more individualized pricing structure with different fees for different types of sessions.  Moving forward, as my time will be more limited and things a lot busier with our first baby expected in 2013, I'm changing to a more simplified structure to help everyone out!

Currently, on average, between $20-$30 is being spent on CD costs above and beyond the existing pricing structure.  It is our belief, that in an effort to provide the BEST possible photography services to current and new clients that the existing a la carte system can be at times confusing and therefore we have decided a more "all inclusive" style of pricing will better fit the needs of everyone.  If you have any questions or concerns, or simply would like additional information regarding our new structure, please do not hesitate to contact us.



The new pricing structure will be as follows:

1 Hour Session - $100
Includes:
-1 hour at the studio or outdoors within 25 miles round trip of 53403
-25 high resolution images on a CD

*This type of session fee would be applicable for maternity, children, families, seniors, and engagements*

90 Minute Session - $130
Includes:
-90 minutes at the studio or outdoors within 25 miles round trip of 53403
-35 high resolution images on a CD

*This type of session fee would be applicable for seniors, larger families, extended family sessions, and possibly engagement photos with multiple outdoor locations*

Newborn Session - $150
Includes:
-2 hours at the studio
-40 high resolution images on a CD

Baby's First Year - $350
Includes:
-Newborn, 3 month, 6 month, 9 month, and 1 year sessions
-Each session is 1 hour in length except the newborn which is 2 hours
-Partial payment is due at each session $150 for the newborn and $50 for each milestone session
-40 high resolution images on a CD for newborn session
-25 high resolution images on a CD for each milestone session

Mini Baby's First Year - $250
Includes:
-Newborn, 6 month, and 1 year sessions
-Each session is 1 hour in length except the newborn which is 2 hours
-Partial payment is due at each session $150 for newborn and $50 for each milestone session
-40 high resolution images on a CD for newborn session
-25 high resolution images on a CD for each milestone session


Split Senior Session - $250
Includes:
-Two 90 minute sessions
-35 high resolution images on a CD for each session

Additional Fees
-Mileage over 25 miles round trip will be charged at current IRS rate ($0.55/mile)
-Studio set-ups in your home are subject to an additional $20/session charge
-Additional high resolution images may be purchased for your CD at $5 an image or 10 images for $30. There will still be the option to earn discounted or free additional images with print purchases!

Deposits
-Deposits will be required for all sessions in 2013
-A deposit of $50 will hold your appointment and will be deducted from your session fee
-Deposit must be paid within 7 days of booking your appointment and will hold your appointment time and date.
-Deposits are non-refundable but may be transferred to a new date if your appointment is reschedule with more than 48 hours notice
-No shows will forfeit all deposit monies

**Minis will most likely be available but they are special days only - pricing cannot be locked in for them as they are special events**

*All images on the CD will also be included in black and white and color*

Again, we want to give a sincere thanks to everyone who's supported this business and allowed us to continue to grow in 2012 and we look forward to a great 2013!!!

~Ashley

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Thanksgiving & 2013

So the end of the year is approaching us very quickly and Ashley Marie Photography now just has a couple mini sessions left open for 2013!

First I want to thank ALL of you for an amazing 2012 - you have made so many things possible for me this year and double thanks to those who have stuck with me as I've grown in the last year - there were a few growing pains and definitely a lot of changes in my style, some changes in pricing, and expansion of the business.

*If you're interested in more info about those openings, please contact me ASAP*

Ok now on to the important 2013 stuff!

Here's a few things that will be changing for 2013:

 

-Pricing

       *Pricing will be changing but don't panic - it's not going to be a huge jump, just simplifying my pricing  structure and allowing for less confusion on both sides!  You can lock in the current pricing if you book a session by the end of December.  I will honor current pricing for up to 2 sessions in 2013.

-Deposits

       *Deposits will be mandatory for 2013 sessions.  Unfortunately due to many last minute cancellations and no shows to appointments, I must require a deposit for each session you schedule.  This will hold your place and it will credit towards your session fee, but is not refundable.  I hope everyone understands it will be very important to spend time with my husband and our new baby in 2013 and that we can avoid many issues with this new policy!

-Travel

     *Travel more than 25 miles round trip from my studio will be more limited in 2013.  This again is to spend less time traveling and more time with my family.  I will absolutely still travel to a different park or your home and the additional fees and travel charges will still apply, but I will be doing less of them (probably 1 or 2 days a month).

-Newborns

     *Probably one of the bigger changes for 2013 is newborns.  Newborn pricing will be increasing to $150 for the session.  Again, you can lock this rate in as long as you book before the end of December.  Newborn sessions will exclusively be done in my studio except for lifestyle sessions.  Lifestyle sessions will be a separate item available and will not include my typical studio set-up for them.

And for the goodies!!!!  Because you read through all of this good stuff - if you book a 2013 session by November 30th and mention the code word "NEW 2013" then you'll get $15 off your session fee!


Again, I appreciate every single one of you that has made this year amazing and I hope we can continue capturing your precious moments next year!

~Ashley

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Contest Results!

Thank you everyone for such a GREAT contest!!!  I appreciate everyone's participation and for the most part following the rules! 

Up for grabs:
1st place - FREE mini session (Halloween/Fall or Holiday/Christmas) at my studio
2nd place - $25 credit for a session, prints, or products.  (You can get a themed mini session spot for just $15!)
3rd place - $10 $25 credit for a session, prints, or products.  (You can get a themed mini session spot for just $30)

**If you'd like to use your credits for prints or products you do not need to be a client, however if you decide to use professional photos for the prints I will need a print release form from you**

Pet's Contest Winners:
1st Place - Mack submitted by Sarah E.
2nd Place - Gus submitted by Debbie B.
3rd Place - Wolfie submitted by Amanda G.

Children's Contest Winners:
1st Place - Lyla submitted by Ashley G.
2nd Place - Jacob submitted by Kim C.
3rd Place - Bella submitted by Stephanie N.

 You must use your mini sessions by December 15th 2012 - holiday session dates will be announced soon.  Please contact me via messages, email ashley@ashmariephotography.com, or on my page to claim! 

*If the mini session date does not work for you - please contact me and we will discuss alternative dates*


Thank you again for participating!!!

Monday, August 20, 2012

Halloween/Fall Mini Sessions

Who's interested in a fall/Halloween themed mini session?!  I will need 3-4 sessions booked to make the day happen!!!

Date: Sunday October 28th
Times: 9am - 3pm (done so you can get to trick or treating!)
Location: Studio (242 N Main Street Racine, WI with outdoor option nearby for select times)
Cost: $40 which includes a CD of approximately 30 images - *Deposit of $10 due at booking to hold your spot*
What's going on:

30 minute mini sessions with fall themed background(s).  We will have pumpkins, possibly a mini bale of hay or two, and other fall/Halloween based decorations that you can mix and match.  We absolutely encourage bringing your child's costume with to do some shots dressed up for trick or treating!  This is the perfect opportunity to capture your little one's costume before heading out for trick or treating and mark one more "holiday" for them!
We will also be able to schedule a portion of the day for outdoor mini sessions near the studio at one of the local parks if you'd rather have an outdoor theme.
*studio space is limited to 3 adults per family*

Should you like to do another session non fall themed during this time, you may add on another 30 minute session for only $25 and all your photos will be provided to you on the same CD.

Please let me know if you are interested no later than September 15th so I can plan the day!  If I have 3-4 sessions booked I will purchase some of the decorations/props early and post photos of them!

Upon booking your deposit of *$10* will be invoiced to you and will count towards your session fee or prints!

Here are the backgrounds available currently for the sessions. =)