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A White Winter {Julie Chen Photography – Downers Grove Photography – Hinsdale Photography}

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It has really been a beautiful white winter here in the suburbs of Chicago. I photographed this family two weeks before Christmas on a *gulp* 17 degree day. We were on their grandmother’s beautiful front porch and french doors opened to their warm living room, so the kids would take turns popping in & out of the house for their photos to be taken. I also learned they are a die hard hockey family, so maybe that is why they were so great in the cold?2014-01-16_0002

I just LOVE how they turned out. Winter photography is fun! I adore those warm smiles.

 

Grace & Peace,

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Custom Sisters Art {Julie Chen Photography + Life Verse Design}

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This photoshoot was a BLAST! It was one of my “freezing cold” sessions, but the love between them warms the heart. The funniest thing about this session was that before I even got my camera out, the mom turns to me and says, “It’s O.K. if you do not get any good shots. We are NOT photogenic at ALL!”

Now, that’s the way to take the pressure off! Ha! And, NOT photogenic?!!! I beg to differ! I love these memories.2014-01-10_00102014-01-10_0011

From these sweet photos, I could not help but create the “sisters” art. I love the way big sis is the center & they snuggle together, leaning on one another. May they always be the best of friends!

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My hot winter sales ends TODAY, January 10! Here are the details again:

To Redeem This Offer:

1. Have fun browsing my shop

2. Place the print you would like to buy in the shopping cart.

3. At checkout in “OTHER INSTRUCTIONS” write in the name, color scheme & any other details needed of the FREE 8×10 print you would like. Please DO NOT put your free print in the shopping cart & pay for it. I will see your checkout notes & know what you would like & will not be offering refunds for mistaken orders.

4. You may multiply this offer, but it must all be in the same transaction. For instance, you can buy 2 prints & receive 2 free, buy 3 prints & receive 3 free, etc….

*Free print cannot be custom art / Only standard & personalized art is available for this offer

*If you would like your paid print to be an 11×14 or 16×20, that is just fine; the free additional print will still be an 8×10

*Again, you must write the free print into the other instructions at checkout; I will not be offering refunds after a transaction is complete. No coupon code needed for the FREE shipping!

Grace & Peace,
Julie

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HOT Winter Sale! 2 Days Only

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Warm up with sweet savings during my biggest sale yet!

Let’s start this new year off with a bang! Since I’m cooped up in the freezing midwest & the kiddos are back to school, I thought it would be fun to spend my time filling orders just for you.

I am offering BUY 1 GET 1 FREE* on my 8×10 prints + FREE Shipping!

To Redeem This Offer:

1. Have fun browsing my shop

2. Place the print you would like to buy in the shopping cart.

3. At checkout in “OTHER INSTRUCTIONS” write in the name, color scheme & any other details needed of the FREE 8×10 print you would like. Please DO NOT put your free print in the shopping cart & pay for it. I will see your checkout notes & know what you would like & will not be offering refunds for mistaken orders.

4. You may multiply this offer, but it must all be in the same transaction. For instance, you can buy 2 prints & receive 2 free, buy 3 prints & receive 3 free, etc….

*Free print cannot be custom art / Only standard & personalized art is available for this offer

*If you would like your paid print to be an 11×14 or 16×20, that is just fine; the free additional print will still be an 8×10

*Again, you must write the free print into the other instructions at checkout; I will not be offering refunds after a transaction is complete. No coupon code needed for the FREE shipping!

ENJOY! Offer ends Friday, January 10, 2014 so hurry to make your purchase.

Many blessings to you in the new year! I am so thankful for your support of my art.

Grace & Peace,
Julie

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Not So Merry {Downers Grove – Hinsdale Family Photography}

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Now that the holidays are over, I can start showing some more photography & card design work I created for clients. Here’s the funniest card I’ve ever made. This photoshoot was… well…. difficult. I went head to head with an adorable 4 year old & LOST. Good thing his parents are great sports & happily decided to make “lemonade out of lemons”.

 

I showed the card to my own mom & she said it’s the BEST card ever as it shows real life. So true. It’s great when we can laugh at ourselves & make the most out of a situation.2014-01-04_0002

The shoot was in early December and started out at a beautiful park, but it was 13 degrees out. Even my hands hurt in the brief 5 minutes we were out of the car. I too would have had a meltdown. We had to brainstorm & come up with an indoor location and found a beautifully decorated tree to make it work. You guys are great fun & I look forward to next year already, in warmer weather 🙂

 

By the way, that top photo of the little man does not even truly capture the emotions he was expressing!

 

Grace & Peace,

JulieFreeSHIPPING

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Snow, Snow, & MORE Snow! {Downers Grove, Hinsdale Family Photography}

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I woke up to MORE snow this morning {we are up to almost 8 inches & we shoveled 4 times yesterday & there is no stop in sight}, so I thought it would be a great day to share these beauties with you. I took these photos the week before Christmas & am realizing I LOVE shooting in the snow! This little guy is one of my favorite subjects to photograph as he has such a fun personality & beautiful eyes. If we have another 34 degree day with soft snow & you want some really memorable photos, just let me know!

Grace & Peace,

Julie
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