e-session: jessica + phil

this was my first session for the new year...what a fun session! this recent photo shoot in new jersey was for the engagement of this sweet & cute couple. the session was an engagement gift from their friends with whom i also had an engagement photo shoot a few years ago. i don't normally have winter outdoor sessions but the couple recently just got engaged in the winter so they requested for a winter photo session. i happily obliged and just hoped for weather that wasn't below freezing! i kept wishing that it wasn't winter so we could last longer outside in the cold. luckily, we had a great sunny afternoon at the park despite the cold weather though it got bitter cold and dark really quick. i was glad that it wasn't too cold in the beginning of the session that we were able to take some photos without their winter coats. kudos to the couple for braving the cold w/o their coats! and also bringing some props which made the session more fun. :-) in the end, despite the cold weather & leafless trees, the lovely couple made the winter season look beautiful.

to jess and phil, congratulations again on your engagement and thanks for a great session! sorry that we had to rush when it got dark so quick! i hope you like your sneak peek and the rest to come soon.

i wish you all the love, peace and happiness for the rest of your lives together.

lots of love...

this was how he proposed! cute! :-)

photoBooks

the photoBook is a client favorite. it's a special collection of photos from your photo session or sessions bound in a simple yet chic & modern book. they are great to have as a keepsakes or can be given as wonderful presents for family during special occasions or holidays.
engagement photoBooks for couples can also be a lovely display during engagement parties or weddings.

the books are available in 3 sizes. the 5x5 book bragBook and the 8x8 or 10x10 coffee table books. all sizes are great to keep at home that you can share with friends, family or visitors and also to keep in the family for generations to come. the 5x5 book is a great size that it can also be a bragbook that you or your family can carry along and show off.
the book cover and pages can also be customized to your liking in terms of color & layouts which will make them more personalized.

newborn session: baby violet

this post has been long overdue! :-) this was for the newborn photo session of my cousin's 2nd baby girl Violet. her 2yr old sister, Amber, is actually my goddaughter whose B&W photo, is what you see on the 1st page of my website and business cards. amber's photo session was actually my first ever newborn session which you can view HERE.

this session was held a week before christmas which is the reason why this posting got delayed. the past christmas season was just pretty busy for me.

anyways, the photo session was held at their sweet home in NY. baby violet was 8 days old at the time of the photo shoot. it's cute 'coz violet and amber actually look alike. :-) baby violet just seems to be the more quiet one. she was in her best mood during the photo session. she didnt cry at all until the very end but she stayed up for most of the time. i would have taken more photos of older sister amber but like most 2yr olds, she was not in her best mood for any photos and was jealous for most of the time when baby violet was in the spotlight during the photo session. we had to find some "Dora doll" distraction for her for some time.

to aya, redd, amber and baby violet...thanks for another fun session! and thanks again for the lunch too! :-) hope you like these!

lots of love...

she gave me a quick smile here :-)


as you can see here, sister amber is smiling here because she got a new Dora doll that day :-) thanks to my partner in crime ;-)

birth announcement cards are here!

i've had so many newborn photo sessions in the previous years that i figured that it's about time to offer BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT CARDS. i've always wanted to add them to my boutique store but i never found time...i'm glad i finally did! and here they are...

chic & modern birth announcement cards with 6 designs to choose from for both baby boys and girls. they are now available in 5"x7" flat cards with white envelopes and are sold in sets of 24.

baby pink dots

baby blue dots

baby pink paisley

baby green dots

baby pink stripes

baby blue classic

expanded price list 2010

STANDARD PHOTO SESSION: $195
up to 2 hours of unlimited photo session at a location of your choice for up to 4 people. at least 25 on-line enhanced images in color & black white that can be viewed on a private gallery. boutique prints and products are to be purchased ala carte.


BOUTIQUE STORE:


prints a la carte:
all prints are digitally enhanced and printed on professional paper with a lustre finish. please note that for sizes larger than the 4x6 proofs, cropping will occur to the original images. to keep the exact look of a 4x6 proof, an 8x12, 16x24 & 20x30 is the next proportional size up.

wallets___ $6/set of 8
4x6___ $12
5x7___ $20
8x10___ $35
8x12___ $40

11x14___ $55
10x20___ $65
12x18___ $75
16x20___ $95
16x24___ $100
20x24___ $150
20x30___ $170

prints 16x20 and larger are mounted on matboard for durability unless client specified otherwise.

bulk discounts:
20 - 4x6 prints for $200

shipping fee: $5
prints larger than 11x14 may require additional handling fee
(please allow 10 days from receipt of payment for delivery. payments accepted in cash or check.)

gallery wraps:
a client fave, the image is printed on canvass and wrapped around a wooden frame that comes ready for hanging in your home or office. please note that cropping will occur for any size chosen and the prints bleed to the sides of the frame.
shipping: (may vary depending on size)

11x14___ $165
16x20___ $185
20x24___ $215
20x30___ $245
24x30___ $275

float wraps: new!
a new unique and fun way to display images. they are similar to gallery wraps in that they add dimension by extending out from the wall. they are photographic or canvass prints wrapped around masonite. the print or canvas is protected with a laminate and padding is added between the print and the masonite which provides a raised, cool look and feel. the thick block at the back (contains drilled holes for hanging) allows the float wrap to extend out from the wall. for birthday or engagement parties, weddings or other special occasions when you want to put the float wrap on an easel, you can order without the block. they are available in sizes from 8x10 up to 20x30. pricing starts at $100. please email for more info.
shipping: (may vary depending on size)

hi-resolution digital negatives: $115 each
(permission to print included)

request to re-upload private proofing gallery: $25 (for 2 weeks)
can be credited to your print/product purchase

gift cards: click here
(these cards have been popular gifts for baby showers & engagements)
a gift card from melanie D photography makes the perfect present for any occasion.
available gift cards begin at $50 (discount for session or prints/products)
gift cards for a full photo session is at $195

birth announcement cards: click here
5"x7"___ $70 for a set of 24 (Flat cards)
___ $130 for a set of 48
white envelopes included

holiday cards:
5"x7"___ $75 for a set of 24 (Folded Cards)
___ $140 for a set of 48
5"x7"___ $70 for a set of 24 (Flat Cards)
___ $130 for a set of 48
white envelopes included

birthday invites
thank you cards
save the date cards
5"x7"___ $75 for a set of 24 (Folded Cards)
___ $140 for a set of 48
5"x7"___ $70 for a set of 24 (Flat Cards)
___ $130 for a set of 48
white envelopes included
(please email for more info)


other products & services:
(please feel free to inquire for more details)
coffee table photoBooks (client fave) - click here
bragBooks
photo slideshow DVD (client fave) - click here
keepsake portrait box (not yet available)
custom collage collection - coming soon!

thanks so much!

**NOTE: all prices are subject to change without prior notice**

happy new year!

i just wanted to wish everybody a happy & prosperous new year! ...and keep my blog moving :-)

melanie d photography had a good year in 2009 despite the recession so i'd like to take this opportunity to thank family & friends and all the couples & families for all the smiles and faces that my lens had captured during the past year and make my work special each year. i hope to see you all again this year and i hope to meet more wonderful people this year.

here's a video collection of some of my fave photographs from last year. please click on the play button on the center of the video. enjoy and thanks for looking!



you can also view my video collections from the previous years... click HERE

lots of love, peace, hope and happiness to everyone...