We’re so excited about Saturday!   We’re going to have a booth at the City of Knoxville’s Mardi Growl Parade.  All of the proceeds from parade registration will go to Young-Williams Animal Center, an organization we simply adore.  Animals are so helpless, and it warms my heart to know that this organization tries to take care of them when no one else will.  My animals are very special to me, provide a lot of companionship, and simply make me smile.  If you want to help out, there are so many easy items to donate. Here are a few items that I thought would be so easy to find around your house:

• peanut butter
• stuffed animals
• bath towels
• grocery bags
• sheets/pillowcases
• cardboard boxes (you can make a litter box by cutting the bottom half)
• newspaper (without inserts and unrolled)
• paper towel tubes (please cut in half)
• classical music CDs
• and so much more!!!

Here is a complete list of the items needed:  Wish List

Stop by our booth for homemade dog treats and a *SPECIAL* discount on a photo session that is only available to those who stop by our booth!

We are offering a special mini-session package for the cold winter months.  This is a shorter session than normal since the weather is so unpredictable, but you will still have lots of pictures to choose from.  Sessions will be done outside, so wear your hats, scarves, and boots.  We will honor this special for any outdoor session between now and March 8th, 2010.  As always, you will receive photo editing, an online viewing gallery (with an ordering option), and a digital proof CD of all images.  Oh yeah…be the first to leave a comment below telling us why you want a session and you will win a free mini-session!  Good luck and keep watching for upcoming freebies!  Contact us to take advantage of this special:  info@yourexpressivemoments.com

BTW:  Congratulations to Tabitha!  She was the first to respond and has won a free mini-session.  Keep checking back for more specials!

Congratulations to The Stooksbury family !  They are the winners of our “Best Photo of 2009.”  They will receive a free enlargement and a free mini session to use in 2010.  I have enjoyed doing photos for them over the past couple of years and am excited to meet their new baby later this year.   Our other near-winners, The Bullingtons and Stryks, will receive a free enlargement. We will be in touch.  What a close finish!  Thank you so much to everyone that voted and that had your friends and family vote.  It’s always a fun contest!  Please keep an eye on our blog.  We will be giving away freebies throughout the year.  One freebie will be coming very soon!  Be the first to notice and you could win.  Please contact us if you’re interested in scheduling a session or purchasing a gift certificate.  Gift certificates are perfect for any occasion!  Thanks again to everyone that has supported our growing business this year.  We look forward to working with many of you again this year!

~Kristy and Amy

Valentine’s Day is less than a month away.  Do you need a fun, unique present for your significant other? Something that he’ll never forget?   Schedule your boudoir session before February 1st to get your prints or album in time for Valentine’s Day.  Even better, get your session for free by hosting a boudoir party with just three friends!  Our sessions are $150 and include a $50 credit to use towards prints or an album.  Guys, need a fun gift idea too?  You can buy your loved one a gift certificate to use anytime throughout the year.  Contact us for more information, to schedule your session, or to purchase a gift certificate:  info@yourexpressivemoments.com

Expressive Moments Photography is looking to book some October, November and December weddings for 2009.  All you need to do is book your wedding with us by August 15 and we will include a free, fun engagement session at a location of your choice!

With Expressive Moments you always get 2 professional photographers and no limit on the number of hours of coverage (in moderation, of course!).

Being young brides ourselves, we understand the desire for creative, photojournalistic-styled shots as well as the classic posed shots for mom & dad.  We will have fun with you on your big day!!  For pricing and packaging details, please visit our website at www.yourexpressivemoments.com

~Kristy & Amy

Some kind words from a few brides we have had the honor to work with:

“Just wanted to let you know that the album is beautiful!  Somehow I look much younger and prettier than I really am.  Didn’t know they had a lens for that!  Seriously–great job!” -Barbara Robertson, March 13, 2009

“All the work you’ve done has been beyond wonderful. You were able to capture us in our true form, our style and who we are. The word “perfect” isn’t close to the work you both have done and Thank You just isn’t even enough.” -Andrea Gardner, May 29, 2009

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Getting married?  Engagement photos are a great way to capture some memories in a stress-free way before your “Big Day.”  Engagement pictures should be fun and a way to express who you and your fiance are.  We are looking for the couple with the most unique idea for engagement photos.  Is there a special place where you met?  A favorite past-time you enjoy together?  We want to hear your creative ideas for your engagement session!  Did you meet at a Farmer’s Market?  Do you both like to bike?  Maybe you like to dance and your fiance likes to race cars.  Why not incorporate both?  The more creative, the better!  Check out our website: www.yourexpressivemoments.com.

Send us an email to info@yourexpressivemoments.com.  Please list:

1. Your name and fiance’s name

2.  Contact number

3.  Wedding date

4. Your idea(s) for a fun engagement session

5.  Possible locations for the session

6.  Attach a picture of you and your fiance

We will accept emails until May 31st.  We will then pick 5 couples to be entered in the contest.  We will open voting to the public on our blog.  Voting will last for one week.  The top couple will receive a free engagement session, including 10 prints of their choice and souvenir cards for their wedding.

*Entrants must agree to sign a model release to allow their photos to be used for voting purposes and later website/advertising use by Expressive Moments Photography.  Photos will be taken in or around the Knoxville area.