Sign-up for Family Day 2009 NOW Open!

Signup NOW available for Family Day 2009

What: Family Day 2009
When: Sat, 10/24 9 am - 5 pm
(Rain Date - 11/14)
Where: TBA
Price: Please contact us.
To Sign Up: Email Alice with your contact info (phone, address, email), desired date & time

Gals "Vacay"

Pardon my absence these last few days. Returning from a fun, relaxing, photo-inspired week with 3 of my best girlfriends here in Atlanta.

Sometimes, we all just need to just get away from our hectic schedules and plan a girls retreat with absolutely nothing on the agenda but steaming cappuccinos & good times. It's amazing what creative ideas will transpire when the 4 of us get together...

Amy, Sara, Whitney & I met last year at a photography workshop, and our friendships have blossomed over the months into an alter-ego-kindred-spirits kinda friendship that I know I'll hang onto for a lifetime.

We had a little fun walking around Atlantic Station, camera in hand. Yea, we're pretty dorky when we act like superstars...





...but we love each other (and our caffeinated beverage addictions) regardless.

I'm excited about an idea we have brewing for our photographic community, only one that could have developed after a few days of no-work and all-play. I see some remarkable things coming from the 4 of us in the near future...

Love you Sara, Amy & Whit! Can't wait until our next pedicure meeting & Gals "Vacay" as Amy so lovingly calls it!

Client FAQ: Planning for this Fall

It's hard to believe summer has come and gone, and the kids are starting school this week..

As I sit down and plan my Fall calendar, family holidays & travel, I thought I would post a blurb about what to expect from Alice Park Photography! The months of September - December are ALWAYS the busiest time of the year for us. It's the time of the year when I load up on my vitamins so I don't get sick (ha!), set very strict deadlines re: holiday orders, and pray everyday for good weather. I always unintentionally over-book my calendar, but I try really, really hard to stay ahead of the game & on top of my clients! *You guys are the best!

I am booking very quickly through December now. If you are interested in scheduling an intimate session with me Tuesday thru Saturday, please contact me asap to get onto my calendar. Please note that ALL holiday orders MUST be received by November 15th to guarantee Christmas delivery (excluding folio book orders, which must be received by October 31st).

I have also locked in these events for travel & mini-session opportunities this Fall:

FAMILY DAY: October 24th
15 minute mini-session held at a favorite park in Atlanta. The purpose of this mini-session is to capture updated photos of the your child and to capture that perfect Christmas card photo. Because of my limited availability this Fall, we only plan on hosting 1 full day for past clients only. Official signup will open early September.

NEW YORK SESSIONS: Tentatively Scheduled for Week of October 12th
Scheduling 4-5 sessions within 2-3 days. If you live in NYC and are interested in scheduling an intimate session with me, please email me to inquire about my rates and policies.

BEACH SESSIONS: November 6th - 7th
30 minute mini-sessions in Charleston, SC. A very unique opportunity for professional family photos on the beach! There will be VERY limited slots open; please email me soon for more detailed information and to be placed on my wait list.

SANTA PORTRAITS @ b. braithwaite: December 5th, 12th & 19th
Be on the lookout for our official signup beginning early November. More info on b. braithwaite's exclusive event here.

I will be posting updates on the above photography opportunities as often as I can.

And because I can not post without a photo, here is one of my favorite families at last year's Family Day.



Looking forward to seeing everyone this Fall!

2009 for the Parks

My friends can attest that one of my favorite parts of being married to my husband, is the hopes and dreams we have for our future and for Alice Park Photography. It's the best feeling in the world knowing that we started this business together just a couple of years ago. I was dying working a 9-5 cubicle job, and today - I get to spend my days finding beautiful light with beautiful babies.

After every session, I give Mr. Park a big hug because I owe this very fulfilling job that I have, to him. Kyu is a very modest, humble and behind-the-scenes kind of guy, but behind every business decision is a mastermind who is constantly three steps ahead planning the future for our little small business.

We have a lot planned and in store for 2009, and I'm so thrilled that we are doing this 100% together. Side-by-side. Holding our hands and holding our breath. Life is a lot funner when you can share every magical moment and milestone (and even obstacle) with someone you love.

Fun images above by talented photographers, Anne & Dan Almasy.

It's Christmas here at Alice Park Photography Central!

We are receiving packages and shipments daily of our client's Folios books - just in time for Christmas!

Introducing Alice Park Photography's very own line of coffee table books - THE most requested product that we carry!

A dozen books arrived yesterday. We love customizing each cover.



Each page is library bound onto thick acid-free boards and coated with a special lacquer chemical to protect it from spills and scratches.

Perfect for the younger ones!



Gutter in the middle? That was one thing we made sure NOT to have, as we love designing pages with photos down the center.



And lastly, out beautiful boxes that will protect your folio book for many, many years. Complete with white gloves for careful handling :)



We are booked for the remaining year, but be sure to call ahead for 2009. We would love to make a special folio book of your family!

Dave

Meet this stunning little man, Dave. Watch out little girls aged 1-2. He is going to be such a heart-breaker when he starts kindergarten.

Sharing the Love

As soon as I walked in the doors to meet 6 week old, Ford - I was greeted so sweetly by their dog, Shep. I knew instantly that he was important part of the family and wanted to capture as many family photos with their "first baby."

Shep did an amazing job for me, as did Ford! How sweet is this entire family together?

Client FAQ: Christmas Holiday Order Deadlines

It's our holiday rush season again, and we just wanted to post a note to all of our clients re: our Holiday Order Deadlines so that you can be sure to have all of your stocking stuffers, holiday cards and framed gifts in time for Christmas.

Please make note of our deadlines:

Albums & Books
11/1 - All books must be finalized, approved and sent off for print by then to avoid a rush charge
11/2 - 11/20 will incur a 25% rush charge

Print/A la Carte Orders
11/30 - Custom reprints, large, discounted quantities & copyright released images for print must be ordered by this date to avoid a rush charge
12/1 - 12/15 - will incur a 50% rush charge

Fine Art Greeting Cards
11/15 - Designs must be finalized, approved and sent off for print by this date to avoid a rush charge
11/16 - 12/15 - will incur a 50% rush charge

Please note that we are working very hard this holiday season to keep up with our busy photography schedule and fulfill orders, so we apologize for any delays in responding to emails and/or voice messages.

Typical turnaround time for albums is 8-12 weeks
Typical turnaround time for print orders is 2 - 4 weeks.

If you are a past client and would love to view your images again, please let us know and we will be happy to repost your gallery.

Let loved ones unwrap the Joy of Christmas!

Ali

What a beautiful name (short for Alexandra). I have been friends with Ali's mom for years, so when she called me to photograph her little girl, I was thrilled! Ali was every bit as beautiful as I knew she'd be.

I love this series with mom. See where Ali gets her good looks?



And dad is not so bad looking too!



And lastly, my favorites. Ali has the most captivating eyes.



Thanks Lesley & Trey! It was SUCH a joy to photograph your gorgeous family!

She's doubled in weight

Baby Cecilia is not so tiny anymore.



And I love this family photo with baby Cecilia and big sister Elizabeth.

Workaholism or Passion?

I read this on a friend's blog and I couldn't agree more, especially during my current, sleepless nights:

When I sit back in my chair and think what's really at the root of my "workaholism," it's not the holiday deadlines or "fear" that drives me to finish every last image. I really think what I do is amazing. Fun. SO cool. I feel the urge to "work" on my photography just as a kid does with his new toy. I don't think I could ever stop what I do. When that time comes for me to bring Alice #2 or Kyu #2 into this world, I'm sure they will happily tag along with me to my sessions. For no reason other than a happy family comes from a happy mother. =)

And no, I am NOT expecting Alice #2 or Kyu #2 anytime soon...in case you're wondering!