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July 16th, 2008

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Petula - Mike, Love the changes that you have made, the navigation is better with the comment boxes and the intro is nice, warm and informative.

New box mount framing available!

July 22nd, 2008

We are now offering two new different style box mount frames. The bevel mount and recessed floating mount. The bevel flush mount is a “glassless” style that can be freestanding on a table/desk or hung. To protect the print a textured protective layer is applied during the mounting process. Several frame styles are available and frame depths are available up to 3″. Pictured (left,center) is a black low profile 2″ deep frame. The result is a very unique piece that can compliment any room in your house. The recessed floating mount (right) is very eye catching and is a great way to show off your favorite photos. This is also a “glassless” design with a protective layer applied during the mounting process. The print surface is set lower than the front of the frame and appears to be floating. We gets lots of positive comments on these. Also available in many frame styles/colors/finishes and depths up to 3″


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Best of the Best Contest - Vote now for the Cutest Flower girl

July 22nd, 2008

It’s that time again, This months “Best of the Best” contest is: “The Cutest Flower Girl” It was so hard to narrow it down to just three finalists! We will be announcing the winner the 15th of August. Thanks for visiting. Cast your vote in the comments box below and let us know which flower girl should be selected as the cutest.


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rachel langan - #1, very photogenic!

Mark Kingsdorf - The Queen of Hearts - #2 - even with the little pouty face she's too cute!

Ashlee Reed Hidell - #2 get's my vote! She is cute as a button!

Anne Addison - #2- The crown of flowers is like a halo:) She is adorable!

Beth Shinn - #2 - They are all adorable but #2 is my favorite!

Luciana - I really like the little girl with the flowers pink flowers in her hair. #3 Luciana-age 5

Elena - 1! Great smile!

Bonnie Walstead - #2 gets my vote, love that security teddy with those sad eyes

Jana - Love #2. She was so cute all day!

Amanda - #1 - She is completely adorable and is having such a good time.

Aimee - #1 - What a sweetie!

Bob Reed - #2: She is adorable!

Danielle - #1 is too cute!

Amy Parker - #2- what's all the fuss about? the bird's the star I'm just the flower girl!

Lori Voss - #2 ALL THE WAY. Such an Angel!!!!!!

Mrs. Conlon - #2 Hope you are my beautiful girl! I love you!

Tara - # 2 Is SOOOOOOO Cute-She got my Vote!!

Joe Reed - #2 is a doll baby.

Jill - #1- That smile and scrunched up nose is too cute!

Lindsey Voss - #2 aww. i love her. she is adorable :D

Michele- - #2 is my pick!

Gina Voss - #2 she is the cutest girl ever :]

Kara Voss - #2 Cutest Flower Girl

B.J. Mitchell - #2 Gets my vote

Amy Warick - #2 - Miss goldilocks gets my vote!

William - #2 is by far the cutest hands down.

Meg Mitchell - #2 is my favorite and gets my vote.

Jessica - I'd say #1 for the personality!

Natalie Lyons - # 2 is my favorite. She is beautiful!!!!!

Deb Miller - I vote for #2 What a Doll-Baby

7.20.08   Laura, Tom and Christian

July 21st, 2008

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Laura, Tom & Christian
Valley Garden Park – Wilmington, DE

Laura and Tom spent some time with me on Sunday morning – before the temperature crept to 96 degrees. They are going to tie the knot on October 25th at the Union League. It was a great pleasure working with them and especially with Tom’s six-year-old son Christian, who supposedly doesn’t like to have his photo taken! He will have the very important job of being a ring bearer at Tom and Laura’s wedding.
We are looking forward to capturing all the special moments on your big day.

Jana & Brian


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Laura - Jana- Your work is amazing!!!! Thank you for beautiful photos and the wonderful family memories at the park. We really love your "picks" - now we have to somehow choose from all these great shots. I also wanted to thank you again for making Christian feel comfortable in front of the camera. What a great surprise to see these today. Regards, Laura

And the winner of the June’s “Best of the Best”  The Ring with the Most Bling is…..

July 19th, 2008

Hara’s engagement ring. Entry #3. Congratulations to Hara and Scott Caplan. They were married on October 20th, 2007 at The Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia. This one of a kind ring(yes every ring he designs is an original!) was designed by Michael Beaudry. They both meet him in person to discuss the design of their rings. The rings were purchased at Bernie Robbins at the New Jersey shore. The outer section is rose gold inlayed with pink diamonds. Beautiful Beautiful!. Congratulations to the two of you! And a special thanks to our other amazing ring entries: Marisa and John entry #1 and Liz and Tyke entry #2.


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July 17th, 2008

adjective
being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else
• particularly remarkable, special, or unusual
• distinctive, exclusive, rare, one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime, one-shot.

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We all know someone that fits this description. Give them an opportunity to show just how unique they are. We believe a photo should be designed around the individual, not vice versa. Show us who you are, and let us document it for the rest of the world.

Mention the mk Photo blog when booking your shoot and receive 50% off your portrait shoot if you schedule a session before September.

elena - Great to know that you do those edgy, creative and fashionable senior portraits. My daughter was so disappointed with her pictures the first time, we can't wait to meet you and talk about the shoot. We are so excited!

Parent Albums…there are many choices.

July 16th, 2008

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We care about presentation because we care about you!

July 16th, 2008

We wanted to share with you our new color coordinated photo boxes and our sleek CD/DVD tins complete with polaroid photo on the front. We truly believe your premium products deserve premium packaging. And btw Angelique loves hand tying the ribbons around the boxes….. Just ask her.
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Susan - WOW! I love the colors...so classy and clean. I just want to place an order so I can get all this beautiful packaging. Nice job!

7.12.08    Lauren & Brian

July 16th, 2008

The Couple: Lauren and Brian (Hausmann)
Getting Ready: Brides house in Allentown, PA
Ceremony: Cathedral of St. Catherine of St. Sienna, Allentown, PA
Photo location: Allentown Rose Garden and Cairnwood Mansion(beautiful)!
Reception: Cairnwood Mansion-Bryn Athyn, PA
Flowers: Bob’s Flower Shop
On location Catering: Feastivities
What I remember most: How excited mom and Lauren were, they were so cute, and dad too! What a beautiful, warm and caring family. The exit from the church was very nice, beautiful butterflies were released by all the guests! What a moment that was. There were several butterflies that landed on Lauren’s bouquet and stayed on for a while that’s good luck!! Cairnwood is always a pleasure to work, just an amazing place to shoot!


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Lauren at home, her country estate house where she grew up. Great textures and color! The inside was amazing!
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Catering by Feastivities, great taste- awesome presentation!
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Summer hot pink! FUN, FUN, FUN
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France (brides mom) - Dear Mike and Jana, Words can not express the joy that I felt when I first viewed your blog with Lauren & Brian's pictures. I also enjoyed your comments below the blog photos. I always knew that we had picked the right photographer but you proved it beyond any doubt. I want to thank you for your kindness and help when I was so emotional and dealing with long distance planning. Even the videographer enjoyed you two! I appreciate your expertise in deciding additional time was required and handling it for me that evening. Everything that I felt I had missed that day you have given back to me! My only problem is deciding which photos to pick! I wish I had another daughter so I could work with you again.

Having FUN at Valley Garden Park!

July 15th, 2008

Kids running, jumping smiling and laughing, Kids being themselves! That what it was all about Sunday morning at Valley Garden Park. Families having a great time. Yes we did get a shot of everybody together but the best part for us was the realness & honesty we captured in every person there! Thanks Eric, Lisa, Dawn and Larry for a great time! Your children were amazing!

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