Cinemagraph- Photos come to life.

One of the things I love about art is that things are always changing, there are always new ways to express yourself and to enhance what is already interesting or beautiful.  I had a fellow photographer friend, Nathaniel Ray Photography (if you have not already checked him out please do, he is fantastic) who was recently exposed to this type of medium and shared it on his own blog.  I LOVED what I saw.  Cinemagraphs have been around since the 80's, but in my opinion, in this digital age, it has the potential to make a comeback.
   Below is my first attempt at a cinemagraph.  Check out the link for more sophisticated versions.. but I hope you enjoy this fun little piece.

  

How it all started... a Love Story Contest!

One of my favorite things about being a portrait and wedding photographer is that I not only get to meet wonderful people, but I get to hear their wonderful stories.  As the month of February approaches I have decided to do yet another contest!!  Tell me your story.. tell me how you met, or how he ( or she) proposed!  Let me know what makes your relationship so wonderful.  The winner of this contest will get to have their story published... in pictures that is!

The Contest
Post a picture of you and your loved one on your own facebook page, with your a story of how he ( or she) proposed in the description.  Then, in the comment section of this post, submit a link to your photograph, along with your name.
Or if you are a little shy, please send me your story along with a picture of you and your loved one to alexia@alexiawardell.com
 My two favorite stories will be published and then my fans will vote on them! 

The Prize
The winner of this contest will win a free engagement session, with a High Resolution Cd of the digital images from the session, as well as a personalized Photo Guestbook for your wedding.  Or if you are already married, you will receive a free family or couples session, with a High Resolution Cd of the digital images from the session, and a 2012 Calendar from the session.

Second Place will win a free engagement session ( or family)  with an 11x14 print. 

The Rules

1. This contest is open to all, however you must be able to redeem your prize in Sonora CA.  If, in order to redeem your prize, Alexia Wardell Photography must travel outside a 25 mile radius of Sonora CA, you will either forfeit your prize or you can opt to pay the travel cost. 

2. Only one entry per couple.

3. You must post your win on your facebook page, mentioning Alexia Wardell Photography in the post.

4. Pictures submitted must be in good taste.  Anything that is deemed in bad taste will be disqualified. 

5. The winner of the contest must agree to post images from their session on facebook with Alexia    Wardell's watermark on the image.  Images will have a small studio logo stamped on the print. 

6. The prize expires one year after contest ends.

Valentines Portrait Special

Valentines Day is coming up!  What are you going to get for your sweetheart?!! Why not get the gift that keeps on giving,  YOU!

Alexia Wardell Photography's 

Valentines Day Portrait Special!

$55 

Portrait Session includes:

1/2 hour portrait session at the location of your choosing.  

1 outfit 

3 High Resolution Digital images of your choosing on a disc.  

2 wallets and 1 5x7 print.   

This session is great for anyone of any age.  Good for any type of photography session ( except groups over four) Additional images or time can be added a la carte.  

This portrait special ends a week and half before Valentines Day.  All orders and sessions must be completed by then.