Mother’s Day – mini sessions

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For all of the people that have asked, you can reach me at lrmerideth@yahoo.com

Thanks again,
Leya
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I am still deciding on locations. This will probably be a Lincoln Park in West Seattle
( Link to Lincoln Park ). The park is 135 acres (1/2 in wooded setting and 1/2 on the beach). So the backgrounds will be green trees, wooden stairs, brick / stone walls and the ocean w/ large pieces of driftwood). Seward park is my backup location if something falls through.

I chose the weekend after mother’s day, thinking dad’s could give mom the session and pics for a present. If you are really strapped you might ask Grandma, if she wants in on this as her present (Mom-in-laws too). Because you get the digital files you can share w/ all moms and grandmas that would be interested.

I tried to go through emails of everyone I thought might be interested (or who mentioned they had family or friends that would be interested). If you do not want to receive these emails in the future, just email me and I will take you off of my list.

What I’m proposing?
20 minute session with the intent of spring pictures and a great mother’s day present.
Probably 5 – 10 proofs within this timeframe.
I would book the sessions every half hour for 8 hours.

Why would I do this?
Some people weren’t able to get a session booked this spring.
Some people just want a few good pictures.
Some people are too busy to invest more than an hour (including travel).
This is a great way to get something for Mother’s day that’s not cheesy or spent too quickly.
With the times as they are some people are only able to afford a smaller session.
I’m still short on time, so I’m trying to help all of my interested clients at one time.

When would this be?
Saturday, May 16th 8:00 – 5:00 – you pick the 1/2 hour timeframe that works for your family

How much will this cost?
$50 for the session
$7 for each digital image you choose

Where will this be?
Lincoln Park – West Seattle

What will it include?
A 20 minute session. With an option to purchase any of the full resolution digital images for $7 a picture.

More details:
Lincoln Park, there is a small loop (steep hill, but stroller friendly) that has the wooded areas at the top with the water / driftwood background at the bottom. The trail is lined w/ brick walls and wood ranch type edges. There’s also steps that are great for family shots. There is a playground at the top of the trail. I would warn the kids beforehand that this will be the reward when we are done with pictures. If it rains there are enough covered areas that we would still be able to get great pictures. Again, this will be a 15 – 20 minute walk (loop).

How should we dress?
Bring 2 layers of outfits, – 1 under layer (that coordinates all peoples outfits) – 1 outer layer with umbrellas and coats that match

Hopefully the weather will cooperate and you will not be getting rained on in the pictures, but I would prefer the kids are comfy.

How do I sign up?
Email me that you are interested (which date and the time that you want). I will update a list on my blog with names – first come first serve. Once we have enough families responded to make it worth Jason and I leaving our kids(probably 6 – 8 families), I will email you with a request for paypal ($50 for the session).

You are not secured the spot until I’ve received the payment (sorry, but I had a few people cancel at the last minute this last summer w/ no deposit and can’t afford to be waiting for nothing). Paypal is quick and easy.I will email a confirmation. Please email me if something is not clear or you have questions. Thanks so much, Leya Stefanski
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HERE’s the LIST:

I have enough emails to make it worth getting a sitter for me and hubby (who will be my assistant).

Here’s the list:

Saturday, May 16th

8:30 – 9:00	Cindy W & family
9:00 – 9:30	Danielle G & family
9:30 – 10:00	Jenny S & family
10:00 – 10:30	Meredith & family
10:30 – 11:00	Elizabeth H & family
11:00 – 11:30	Melinda & family
11:30 – 12:00	Tanya P & family
12:00 – 1:00	Lunch
1:00 – 1:30	Renate & family
1:30 – 2:00	Jansy & family
2:00 – 2:30	Suna & family
2:30 – 3:00	Alicia B & family
3:00 – 3:30	Ivonne M & family
3:30 – 4:00	Lena C & family
4:00 – 4:30	Jenn H & family
4:30 – 5:00	Ameo & family

I will add the quick snapshots of the location so you have a better idea on how to dress later today.
Thanks so much for everyone’s quick response,
Leya