Japanese goodies

We love finding things that are unique and fun for photographers to use for themselves and their clients. There is a new online store from the super sweet and wonderful Michelle Brownlee (who also happens to work here at the Savvy)...her new store is Rediscovered Bliss...and she has found fun products for photographers to use for packaging and displaying their images and products. Today she is offering the Daily savvy Steal...don't miss it and grab up some of these fun Japanese goodies at 40% off! today only!

walls we love

Walls we love...

Photographer Anna Mayer captures her clients beautifully and they in return display their images beautifully! Her blog shows some of the many wall displays of her clients images along with images of her own family displayed in a super fun way containing 20 square images....we think these walls are wonderful inspiration~ what have you created for wall art? Show us! If we use your images on the Savvy blog, we will send you a digital goody package!

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Don't miss the Daily Savvy Steal today! 

Picture it on Canvas is offering 40% off their metal prints today! Imagine the wall you could create with those while saving 40%!

office spaces we love

 

We love seeing work spaces~ love these home offices! 

{top image from Creature Comforts ~ bottom image from Velvet and Linen}

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Don't miss the Daily Savvy Steal today...40% off all photoshop templates from Michelle Tiek Photography and Design...she has just released the Holiday 2011 card templates!

introducing...

We are so excited to announce The Savvy Review...a website or blog critique from the Savvy team. This is exactly what most professionals are looking for but never knew where to find it. 

Does your web presence stand out? Do you need a professional consultant to guide you to small changes that will make a big impact?

If you have a blog or website, this is the service for you! 

Learn more about it here and today only...get it for 40% off! It's the Daily Savvy Steal...and price is discounted today! Don't miss it!

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We also made a little mistake yesterday...you know when you have that feeling that you have forgotten something...but can't remember what...like hit the publish post button. yep...I forgot to publish my post yesterday. 

So lucky for you, Willette Designs is extending her Daily Savvy Steal for one more day since I forgot to tell you about here on the Savvy blog. 

Kelly Willette from Willette Designs is braving out the hurricane right now...I'm keeping her and all the people who are enduring this terrible storm in my thoughts and prayers today!

The Pink Couch

I think this couch needs me...

I would treat you kindly, enjoy you each day and promise not to ever let my boys sit upon you~

Pink Couch from Skandium

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Enjoy the The Daily Savvy Steal today...from Photographer Cafe...such a sweet deal. You have to check out this fab deal today only!

Meet and greet Shannon Sewell

When you think of colorful props, creative sets and lots of imagination, what comes to mind?  The answer should be Shannon Sewell!  Shannon has a unique way of making her photo shoots look like scenes from a child’s imagination.  From mad hatter tea parties to airplane rides and hot air balloons to enchanting forests, Shannon can make any child’s dreams come true through her photo shoots.

So the next time you are cruising the internet and want to get lost in a dream world of beautiful images and creativity, be sure to check out Shannon’s blog.  It is sure to leave you inspired!

To learn a little more about Shannon and what she does, check out the interview below…

Tell me about you...where are you from? 
Hi :) I am from the oh so beautiful Pacific NW

Are you married? 
Yep- 15 yrs & counting


Children?  Ages? 
I’ve got a charming little 11 yr old boy and a sweet little 8 yr old girl

How did you get into photography? 
Typical mom starts taking a ridiculous amount of pictures of her kids type love story 

How long have you been a photographer? 
i went official 6 yrs ago


How would you describe your photography style? 
Fun, imaginative, a little of this and a lot of that :)


What inspires you as a photographer? 
First and foremost- my kids.  Kids have unlimited inspiration and i feed off of it constantly.  Plus this world is pretty darn amazing... can't imagine not being inspired just walking thru daily life.


What is your favorite thing about being a photographer?
 That I never have to work!  I absolutely love what I do and get lost in it every day.


What is the proudest moment you have had as a photographer? 
Hmm... I don't know!  I can't think of a moment that it made me feel proud.  I've felt blessed & inspired & lucky... that can come from something as simple as a note in my inbox or as big as seeing one of my photographs in print.  It's all pretty great :)

What do you think makes your business so successful? 
I think the moment I decided that I was going to do what made me happy & felt right... if you are happy in what you are doing no other 'successes' or outside accomplishment (or defeats) really matter. My success is in doing something that I love :)


What has been your best marketing idea? 
I'm supposed to market??  ;)





When you first started, were there any workshops or books that were particularly helpful to you?
 Jesh de Rox's workshop was one of the most amazing & moving photography experiences I've ever had.  I highly recommended it. 


Your backdrops are so creative, where do you find inspiration for them? 
Everywhere! Movies, things that catch my eye out and about, clothes, models hobbies/interests... I have been known to use pretty much anything as a backdrop ;)

How do you create them? Do you make everything yourself?
 I make everything myself.  I use a lot of paper and a lot of fabric.  I have a cute little 8 yr old assistant that will help me on the fun crafty projects. 


Do you have your own studio space?  Tell us about it. 
I use a studio share.  There are about 5 of us that share a space.  It is a big natural light space with lots of different walls & looks and is perfect for escaping our lovely NW rain :)




How often do you make new sets/backdrops? 
It probably averages about one a week. 


What is in your camera bag? 
Today there is a canon 5d, a canon 5dmkii, a 85 1.2, a 35 1.4, some cf cards, a finger puppet, suckers & a noise maker. 

What is your favorite savvy indulgence? Sneaking off to the bookstore with the kids- coffee, cookies & lotsa books & magazines :)


If you weren't a photographer, what would you be? Interior designer


Interview by Leslie Kerrigan


Thank you Shannon for the interview!

The Steal for the Day

The Daily Savvy Steal today is simply adorable...and 40% off today only...super deal!

it's monday~

I had a lovely interview to post today...but the crazy weather here has made the internet so slow...the pictures didn't want to load. Will try again tomorrow~
Don't miss the Daily Savvy Steal today...50% off the Chevron and Stripe Wall Collection Templates! and a bonus...40% off the barnwood rug...last chance to get it for this sweet price! I had many {very sweet} people email me about getting the discount because they had missed the sale...so this is for you!

enjoy the weekend with a deal

Have a wonderful weekend...and don't miss the Daily Savvy Steal today! Do you see that sweet little bowl in the image above? It's 40% off today only! 

Happy Friday

Love the wall display in the studio of Robinwood Studios. These are fabulous!

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The Daily Savvy Steal today is from LCH Design...40% off today only!

something FREE...gotta love it!

I just wanted to let you know about the goodie we are giving to all of our sweet readers. Check out the new site, The Daily Savvy Steal, and there you will find the free download...four adorable printables just for you! They are sized to be printed big to adorn your walls...perfect for your workspace or studio. 

Our favorite...the PHOTOGRAPHER printable...love this!

Click here to go to the Daily Savvy Steal to download the high res file of all four printables.

back to school blues

Have your kids started back school yet?

Does this bring on the tears or smiles for you?

My kids have less than two weeks left of summer. Then life goes back to the days of nagging my boys about getting up early and finishing their homework...the joys of back to school.

I've already told you about my baby starting kindergarten this year...oh the tears that will be shed on that day (by me of course)! I'm hoping to get a vintage inspired picture of her at this special time in her life. 

While browsing Pinterest for "vintage school" inspiration, I came across these images from photographer Mandy Lynne.

I was instantly in love with her work...this girls got talent! Check out her site, Mandy Lynne Photography. Wouldn't you love to see an interview from her!!

I also checked out her Etsy shop...what adorable and beautiful prints she sells! Had to show my favorite...don't you just love them? Here's where you can purchase them, Skippy Designs. 

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The Daily Savvy Steal for the day is from the talented Drew Bittel from Mom*tog...the UNposing guide is 40% off today only!! Don't miss it..

Packaging we love!

Love this packaging!! The adorable Laura Winslow sure knows how to make her clients happy...this would definitely make me smile when picking up my portraits! 

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Check out the Daily Savvy Steal today! 40% off the entire store from Moms with Cameras!

Monday finds

I discovered this adorable packaging from photographer and blogger, Shawna on her fabulous site, Styleberry Blog. How fun is that...the images are on a flash drive! Adorable presentation and a great idea~

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Design Aglow has done it again with a great new product to make selling easier and much more fun!

We love this idea!

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Also, check out the fun free download from Rebecca Cooper on her blog Simple As That.

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The Daily Savvy Steal today is 40% off from Flourish Emporium. So many photoshop goodies there to choose from...and a great savings!

walls we love

Love this room...love the wall filled with images...

also love her blog, The Nester !


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If you dread the business side of your business, check out the Daily Savvy Steal! The deal is from Accounting for Photographers and the price is a steal...today only...$27 for the snapshot spreadsheet. That's a 40% off savings!


Have a lovely weekend!

a winner and a deal

We just realized we forgot to draw a winner for the lightbox from Pro Digital Photos...sorry about that! So thanks to random.org, we have a winner...Candace Taylor Shelton! Email me if you are the lucky winner and I will direct you on claiming your prize. 


I'm also excited to tell you about the daily savvy steal today! It's from Pro Digital Photos..and it's a BIG sale! 40% off all press printed products today only! Check out the details on the Daily Savvy Steal. What a sweet way to order your Holiday cards and save a bundle!