PayPal Holiday Party

We were thrilled to provide photographic coverage for PayPal's 2011 holiday party at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel. The event and decor was seamlessly and beautifully organized by William Pailley of Artistic Surroundings. Guests were welcomed Hollywood style, complete with a red carpet, papparazzi and adoring fans begging for autographs. The evening's musical entertainment and MC was provided by Ray the DJ. Guests also had a chance to try their hand at blackjack and poker in a casino room.

Thanksgiving-Christmas in St. Johns, AZ

Having families in different states prompts Amanda and I to get creative with how we celebrate the holidays. This past Thanksgiving we also celebrated Christmas in St. Johns, at Amanda's parents'.

Our first night there brought an early dusting of snow, which added to the Christmas feel of things! This is Amanda's grandfather's house.

Some grass in the front yard with a frosting of snow.

Pyracantha berries and snow.

Rocher enjoying a good run over the cold snow. She's never seen this stuff in Phoenix!

Rocher and her buddy Sailor romping around.

Rocher sitting unusually still.

A Christmas tree topper to end all Christmas tree toppers.

One of these things is just like the other.

The world's largest Christmas stockings, courtesy of Monica.

This year Amanda's mom Nellie introduced us to a new Christmas tradition, wreath making. The girls were incredibly talented and came up with some award-worthy designs. I, on the other hand, will probably just stick to photographing the completed wreaths! :) (Guess which one's mine.)

Amanda, Monica, and Nellie, and their finished creations.



Holiday Family Portrait Sessions and Greeting Cards

This fall we are offering a special on holiday family portrait sessions, complete with photo greeting cards that you can mail to your family! We'll help you keep your loved ones updated on the year's happenings with beautiful portraits and a personal message. As part of this portrait special, we'll bring the studio to you, lights and all, and set up in the comfort of your home.

Our on-location family portrait sessions include 1 or 2 hours of professional photography in your home and your choice of beautiful 4x8" photo greeting cards or 5x7" folded photo cards. Here is a small sample of the dozens of greeting card designs available. For pricing, click here.

Happy Holidays!