Hello Everyone!

I have been a little quiet lately because along with re-evaluating and streamlining my business,  I’ve been doing a little work behind the scenes for my updated blog design and launch of my updated wedding website!   Things are starting to pick up again, so expect to hear more from me.  I have a ton of sessions and weddings I’d love to share with you!  I will also continue to post news and announcements here throughout the year, so be sure to subscribe to my blog or add it to your RSS feed!

○ family portraits ○ 

2010 is quickly filling up with weddings, so my weekend slots are limited at this point.   If you would like to have your family portraits updated and need a weekend timeslot please contact me  right away as I am booking 4-6 weeks in advance.  For this year’s holiday please reserve your session early!  I am already taking reservations for November sessions.

• 2011 senior reps •

Last year I launched MYP Senior Class, and I now have spots available for any interested 2011 seniors who would like to become reps for me.  SPECIAL: All reps will receive quite  a lot of goodies and incentives with their sessions.  Please contact me if you are interested and I will give you more details on the program. Applications for senior reps must be turned in before May 30, 2010.

• 2010 senior portraits • 

Are you or do you know a 2010 high school senior interested in having their 2010 senior portraits photographed by MYP?  Sessions can be one person up to 6 friends and must be scheduled before May 1, 2010.  Make up and hair styling is also available upon request.  Contact me for more details!

♥ weddings ♥

Are you or do you know someone getting married in the near future?  I am officially launching my wedding business this year!  SPECIAL: Any couple who hires me by the end of March 2010 for their wedding date (wedding date can be any date into the future – a retainer will lock you into the special now) will receive 50% off my collections. 

Welcome, and enjoy the look and feel of my new blog – I’m so excited about it!   Old posts from my previous blog have been transferred over below, and new posts are on the way!

~Marlo

My friends recently threw their daughter a sweet 16 party . . . . Dance Club Style!  They transformed Re:Form Fitness club into a dance club for the night, and T’s entire class was invited to join in on the fun.  I was honored that they asked me to photograph the event and capture all the guests with the birthday girl!  Happy Birthday T – hope you had a great time and got everything you wished for! Check out the thank you notes I designed for her!

Here is one of the many projects I’ve been working on during the first quarter.  I always have a great time with the Royal Ruckus models!  Tamara Rochholz, the owner and designer of Royal Ruckus, has outdone herself with these latest styles.  She will be appearing at Childish Couture on March 13th if you would like to meet her, see her Spring/Summer line, and see a sneak peek of the new Fall/Winter designs in person!

To see the full Royal Ruckus Fall/Winter 2009 catalog, click here!

In honor of Mother’s Day, Tots Trends Weekly online magazine has spotlighted some photographers in their current issue.  I’m so excited to be a part of the Mother’s Day Gallery for Tots Trends Weekly   Check out the article here !

I realize it’s been quite a while since my last update.  Lately, I have been working behind the scenes this first quarter taking some time to update my website, design a new blog (perhaps two!), and get my new wedding website ready for launch!  I will announce the launches here hopefully very shortly. 

In the meantime, I will pop in from time to time with updates of sessions from this year and last year. 

Right now is a great time to have those outdoor portraits taken – it’s not too hot yet, and on some days we’ve been getting some amazing clouds in the sky enhancing our beautiful Southern California sunsets!  If you are ready to have your spring portraits taken, please contact me to sign up for my newsletter.  I’ll be sending a special promotion out by the end of the month for potential, past and present clients to save quite a bit on their Spring Sessions!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Well, thank goodness I was able to capture this before he flew off to get back to work in time for Christmas!  Thank you to Diane and Erika, the owners at Childish Couture, for letting Santa and me bring joy to childrens’ faces (for the most part *wink*)!  And thank you to our patient Santa who was so great with all the kiddos!

Here is one of the fabulous images from yesterday’s Portraits with Santa.  This one just made me giggle!

If you are interested in future promotions or session specials at any of the boutiques I am partnered with, swing by one of the locations below and see how our past events have been!  I will have display albums at the counters for some of the portrait events that we hold.  Come by, say hello to all my wonderful partners, and take a look at the albums!

I’m at the following locations:

Childish Couture – owners Diane and Erika – Encinitas

Lola Butter – owner Karla – Escondido

Adventure Cuts for kids – owners Paris and Bridget – Carlsbad

Come visit Childish Couture on Friday December 12th for two book readings and portraits with Santa from 3-5pm with me!  Hope to see you there!

Originally Kristen Kalp had a goal of 50 photographers to join in on the holiday giving that I last posted about.  We are now past that goal and her new goal is $1 million this holiday season!  All photographers who have joined in are giving what they can in the scope of their own capabilities.  I’m so excited to be a part of something so huge that touches all corners of the earth!

If you know a family in need, email me their story by Dec 22nd!  The winner’s story does not need be revealed if it is a sensitive topic.  I will be updating the list of photographers in case you do know someone in a different part of the world who has great need, and would be thrilled with a custom portraiture gift.

Photographers if you are interested in joining in please go to http://www.givingisawesome.com/

I look forward to hearing from you! 

You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography – $1000 worth, to be exact. Whether it’s a canvas, albums, prints for Grandma, or a wall portrait…it’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

The rules:

You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

The nominee must reside in San Diego

The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve…get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

Open your heart to someone this holiday season – and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

If your family lives out of San Diego County, you may submit their name with another photographer.  Below are other photographers around the world who are joining in!

Matt Nicolosi, of Texas
Kaycee Dean, of Oklahoma
The Selanders, of Iowa/Nebraska
Alice Park Photography, of Georgia
Charlene Chavez, of California
Kimbrali Boyd, of Louisiana
Rachel Logan, of Texas
Surprise Photography, of New York
Lauri Stumph, of Minnesota
Laura Green, of Iowa
Kimberly Ann Photography, of Wisconsin
Photo Art by Suzi, of Michigan
Krista Muskovin, of Michigan
Kelly Holder, of Kansas
Tiffany G, of Las Vegas
Bamboo Photography, of Pennsylvania
Mollie Kendall, of Texas

Brandi DeLisi, of Tennessee
HRG Photo, of Washington
Josee Caza, of Toronto, Canada
Dini Groner, of New York

April Todd, of South Carolina

Steven Parker, of New York

Christine DeSavino, of New Jersey
Sarah Pettinger, of Missouri
Veronica Reeve, of Utah

Adrienne Griffin, of Nevada
Barbie Schwartz, of Tennessee

Dawn of DLM Photography, of Texas
Tiffany Hix, of Idaho

Adorations Photography, of Texas
Alicia Caine, of Montana
Rebekah Pope, of Tennessee

Lisa Nelson, of North Dakota
Crystal DelaHoz, of Texas
Joell Parkos, of Minnesota
Lyndsey Lewis, of Colorado
Jenny Gironda, of Maine
Jennifer Mullinax, of Kansas
Photography by Angelique, of Missouri
Charmi Pena, of New Jersey
Tami Henry, of South Carolina
Kim Mattina, of Arizona
Christy Stickley, of Colorado
Carie Frabotta, of Arizona
Butch Bernstein, of Maryland
Wendhy Jeffers, of Nevada
Kristen Kalp, of Pennsylvania

International:
Jenna Faye, of Ontario, Canada

Peachyc Photography, of Manila

Josee Caza, of Toronto, Canada

Bev Robison, of Poland

One of the perks of my job is that I get to see a sunset almost every day!  Here is one from this past weekend at the end of one of my sessions.  The man on the beach was also taking a photo of the glorious sky!

I have a ton of sessions that I need to post from this season, the holiday events, and also from earlier in the year.  I have been wanting to put up my wedding site as well, but haven’t found the time this year.  I’m definitely thankful for all my clients this year for keeping my business growing!  Once things start to slow down from the holiday rush, I will start to share past sessions here.

Have a great Thanksgiving everyone!