Sandi Shipley Photography » custom holiday cards

Family {Phoenix Family and Child Lifestyle Photography}

Sandi Shipley — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:25:14 +0000

Have you ever heard the saying that a cobblers kids have no shoes? Well, I have to admit that I have been pretty bad about not getting my very own Christmas cards out until after the New Year. I take pictures of my kids all year long. All the time, really. It is pretty bad! But to set aside time and do an actual Family session for my own kids?? Not so good at that! This year I really wanted to be better. My kids are growing up so fast and I don’t want to miss any of it! I actually had a plan. Set a date, went shopping for coordinating outfits that everyone would agree on.

Looking back I had to laugh…shopping for three kids, different genders, ages and sizes is much harder than it looks! But we did it. I feel your pain for all of you who have ever asked the dreaded “What do we wear??” question. So here are some of my favorite shots from our afternoon out. And yes, my cards actually made it out this year in time for Christmas

The Bell Family {Phoenix Family and Child Photographer}

Sandi Shipley — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:51:02 +0000

Meet the Bell family! This is the second year in a row I have had the privilege of doing Holiday portraits for this family. It is always so much fun for me to see how much the kids have grown in a year! Here are a few of my favorites from our afternoon together. Have a wonderful holiday!

Black Friday! {Phoenix Lifestyle and Portrait Photography}

Sandi Shipley — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:10:51 +0000

I love to shop. Really and truly. I love a good day of retail therapy just as much as the next girl. Getting up at dawn, fighting lines of “get out of my way I must have it now” crazy people?? Not so much. I am instead cruising the internet happily shopping in my PJ’s, warm fuzzy slippers and a steaming cup of coffee by my side. Ah, life! There are some great deals to be had out there right now and I have been having a great time finding some! I thought it would be fun to pass some on to you with my own set of “Black Friday” offers. So here you go! But instead of expiring at midnight tonight, these are good until through the end of this year. Just ’cause I can Three to choose from…..

1. Purchase a Session Gift Certificate and and I’ll include a $100 Print credit! Know someone who has always wanted to have pictures done of themselves and their family? Let that someone know you love them by giving them a gift certificate that includes both the photo session and $100 to use toward their print orders. Gift Certificates are a beautiful and easy way to give portraiture as a gift to your friends and loved ones. The rich pearl certificate is enclosed in an equally stylish Envelopment with a Sandi Shipley Photography brochure so your gift recipient can immediately see the exceptional quality and the value of your thoughtful gift. Gift Certificates can be mailed directly to the recipient or to you to deliver in person!

2. Book a Maternity Session receive a complimentary Newborn Session!
There are few things more beautiful that a woman who’s ready to bring new life into the world! Maternity sessions are a perfect way to capture the love between two people and the excitement of starting a new chapter in your lives. Maternity sessions can be done in the privacy of your own home or on location at a favorite spot here in Phoenix. Follow up with a session capturing your precious newborn and your family together. Tiny toes grow so fast! Don’t let the newborn stage go by without creating treasured keepsakes!

3. Book a Senior Portrait Session and get a free 8×8 Album of all your images! Senior sessions are done on location and focus on all that is unique about you! Fashionista, serious Athlete or Entrepreneur in the making, tell the story of who you are with custom images. Get out of the cookie cutter plastic prop factory and do something different that you will love. Senior sessions are now booking with only a limited number of sessions available in the spring.

Email me at sandi@sandishipleyphotography.com to purchase any of the above or for more information. Happy shopping!

Parker, Ben and JoJo {Phoenix Family and Child Photographer}

Sandi Shipley — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:21:39 +0000

I have loved spending time with each and every family I have photographed this season! It is fun to watch the tangible loosening up of kids during our time together. Ben, Parker and JoJo were the perfect example of this. By the time we were done they were giggling and having a great time, completely forgetting about the camera. Kim, thanks so much for letting me come hang out with your sweet kids! Enjoy your sneak peak and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Joel, Misty, Emily and Elijah {Phoenix Child and Family Photographer}

Sandi Shipley — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:53:54 +0000

I have been really busy shooting right now and haven’t posted as often as I would like! But here is a peak at another Family session. I love when families let go of having to “Smile” and look at the camera and just give in to playing together. I loved the connection this family has together. There was lots of laughter and spontaneity! Made for a great session! So here you go, a few of my favorites…

Here is a link to a slide show with more pictures. Enjoy!

Shannon & Molly { Phoenix Family and Child Photography}

Sandi Shipley — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:35:28 +0000

The Holiday Mini-sessions have begun! Meet Shannon and Molly. We had a fun morning together out at Sahuaro Ranch Park last Saturday. Here are just a few from our session. Loved sharing this day with you both

Mini Session Q&A {Phoenix Child and Family Photographer}

Sandi Shipley — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:11:31 +0000

First of all, I am so touched by the very positive response to the Holiday Mini Sessions! I am down to just a handful of open spots left. I most likely will open up a few more weekday spots, so if that is an option for you let me know. I have received a few questions about the Holiday Cards and I thought it might be easier to post the answers here for everyone to read. If I have left anything out, please let me know and I’ll be happy to get back to you!

What size are the cards? Are there any in 4×8?
1 cards design is done as a 5×5 TriFold, the rest are 5×7. I am not offering any 4×8 cards. I think the larger cards showcase your photos so much better! It gives me a great deal more flexibility in working with your pictures.

Is extra postage needed?
The envelopes for the 5×7 cards are considered a standard size and do not require any additional postage. The 5×5 cards, on the other hand, require hand sorting. The current postage to mail a square envelope is .64 cents. You can verify the current rate on the USPS website http://postcalc.usps.gov/

How long will it take to get the Holiday cards and pictures back?
Turn around is fairly quick for the mini session pictures. It’s a good idea to view the Holiday card gallery before your session. At the time of your session you can look at actual card samples and pick out 2 designs that you like. From there, it will take me about 1 week to get your proof gallery online. The gallery will include your images from your session as well as proofs for your cards. Once you let me know which one you prefer I send it off to my print lab. They usually have the cards back to me in 5-7 days.

Can I add a favorite saying or verse to the cards? Do you allow any changes?
You can change the saying on any card if space allows. Design elements on the cards cannot be changed. For example, a Snowman cannot be changed to a Santa. However Merry Christmas can be changed to Holiday Blessings, Happy Hanukkah or Happy New Years!

What if I can’t decide on one design or need more than 25 cards?
The mini sessions come with 25 Flat Press Printed cards. Cards come in sets of 25, but you can order as many sets you’d like. Mix up a design or two, have some fun with them! Each additional set of 25 cards is $75.00. You also have the option of ordering Folded cards as well for an addition fee of $20.00. Folded cards give you the option of adding in more pictures and a longer message if you desire. Each additional set of Folded cards can be purchased for $95.00.

Custom Card Designs {Phoenix Child and Family Photography}

Sandi Shipley — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:05:19 +0000

In just a few days we will be in October! Where oh where does the time go? It seems like the year has gone by so quickly. All three of my kids have been been reminding me that we are just three months away from Christmas. Oh. My. Gosh! So, since I know we are all planning ahead for the Holiday season (HA!) I thought it would be fun to post some card designs that I am offering this year. I heard from several of my clients last year that they would love more choices in how many pictures can be included with each card. Well, I aim to please! This year there are several cards that have different layout options. Here are just a few. I will post more as we get closer to Mini Session dates. Cheers!

Here is another card design where you can choose between layouts…

And one with the option of doing 5×7 Flat or Folded card. Choices, choices!

Holiday Mini-Sessions are here!

Sandi Shipley — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:03:39 +0000

I am thrilled to announce the return of last year’s very popular holiday mini-sessions! These limited-availability sessions will be offered on three Saturdays during November. Mini-sessions are perfect for updating family or milestone photographs just in time for the Holidays. These sessions will fill up very quickly. Contact me soon to reserve your time!

Your Mini-Session fee of $225 includes:
- 30-45 min. shooting time, including a mix of traditional Family settings and candid shots.

- 8-10 Final, edited images in a private online viewing Gallery

- 25 beautiful press-printed custom Holiday/New Year’s cards*

- $50 Credit toward any Print/Product Purchases

Dates and Locations:

Option #1: Saturday, November 7, 2009
Saguaro Ranch Park, Glendale

Option #2: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Heritage Square in Downtown Phoenix AZ

Option #3: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Scottsdale Civic Plaza Park, Old Town Scottsdale

There will only be 4-6 sessions available per day, so please reserve your spot early.

Finally, if you have recently had a session and wish to purchase holiday cards featuring images from our time together, please e-mail before November 1st to order your cards.

*Additional Cards may be purchased in sets of 25: $75 for Flat and $95 for Folded/TriFold Cards