Giveaway update

Whelp, we decided that we're gonna give somebody 75 bucks to ANYwhere, not just the two aforementioned awesome vendors. 

Because, frankly- the men were complaining.  

So- comment to win $75 bucks to anywhere!

BTW- I've moved hotels now.  When checking in to this new place in the middle of nowhere, the clerk said, "Oh, I'm sorry, there are actally no more king sized beds available... we'll have to upgrade you to a deluxe luxury suite."

Oh, darn.

Upon arriving to my room, this time I was overcome with all things SOUTHWEST.  Navajo this, cactus that. Random chilis hanging from random corners. It's pretty nice though, I must say. Again, the tub is so big I swam laps in it tonight. Backstroke, baby!

The desert theme is getting me all geared up for tomorrow's Phoenix shoots at the Desert Botanical Gardens. I went there today to check it out (I'm the queen of scheduling sessions at places I've never been to). 

I was amazed. There really is beauty in the desert!  

The image below was taken yesterday at the Boojum Tree Hidden Gardens in Phoenix.

Totally radical.

 

Comments

[Ashley Madsen]

Ooo, The giveaway just got that much better!!! Photo: gorgeous

[gabor]

Do you where is Hungary?

[Alexandra]

Ooooh I love giveaways :) :) Great photo! I love the colors and sharpness. Great work :)

[Carly Brecheisen]

yeah, guys, do you where hungary is? (muffled laugh)
i just thought that comment was funny.

[jen]

Southwest decor..no bueno. I do know I like this sweet portrait though.

[Melissa]

Gorgeous photo!

Congrats on the upgrade! :o)

[Caitlin Ulrich]

Hahaha, random chilis hanging from random corners?? Sounds dangerously exciting.

Love that girl's eyes! So pretty!!

[wjun]

I would love a $75 gift certificate. That would be awesome. I love you guys by the way.

[Cathie]

And is there a Kokopelli somewhere in the room, too? Southwest decor was my least favorite part about living in Phoenix. It's all cacti in pastel pots. But the desert IS beautiful.

[Laura Lovie]

What a beauty our Peri is! Wendy, great job with the pics. I know there's more to come and I know they're just as lovely as this. I love it! Gorgeous Peri!

[Ellen Patton]

Nice giveaway!

[rachael]

ahhh...the words deluxe luxury sweet make me swoon.

[Merrick]

Yes please, giveaway!

[Stephanie]

yay - the giveaway just got sweeter! Stunning pic, have fun today!

[Sammy]

I love giveaways! Beautiful pictures!

[Amanda]

I'm going to leave the same comment I always do - THE COLORS, oh the colors. You have such a way with color.

[Rhea]

Your giveaways are awesome and so are you!

[MrRu]

Great work as always...did someone say ANYwhere?

[Jen]

Awesome giveaway. Awesome portrait!

[Justin]

What am I chopped Liver!? Liver deserves giveaways too!

[Misty]

Does this include Blue Lily Photography? ;) I already entered on FB, but I think that I would choose the $75 for Blue Lily. And the funny thing is...I'm not even trying to get brownie points!!!

[Laura]

I do a little portrait photograhy as a hobby, and I am certainly impressed with the way you highlighted this girl's eyes, so much so that they reflect the same colors in her blouse. You are a gifted artist -- I am always trying to learn from you!

[Sara mom of 3]

wow does it get any better than this....anywhere? like sky's the limit? Christmas has come early!!

[Kathryn N]

your room sounds really awesome. really, really awesome

[Bree J]

love the rustic key looking thing on that door- can't wait to see more pics!

[Katy D]

I had my wedding at the Boojum Tree 5 years ago and my engagement session at the Desert Botanical gardens.... you're reliving my life 5 yrs ago, lol. I LOVE the boojum tree... holds very special memories for me.

[Bonnie D]

OOOOOOO!!!!!!! $75 giveaways! What get any better!

[Kim Kesti]

Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday morning! I'm off to the mall tonite to find hubby a new shirt (any excuse, eh?).

[tricia burns]

Always love your work! Found you from your pictures on Oprah!

[Jeannine]

What a great giveaway...we loved our photo session today! Thank you Wendy! Can't wait to see our pictures :)

[Mommy Bird]

Thanks for all the memories you capture for families. They are priceless!

[Becky Hatch]

First off i just have to say how much i love your photography, and I'm so sad my husband and weren't able to have to you take our wedding pictures when we were in Southern California (visiting Brianne Henscheid)!! I LOVE your style and plus your adorable, and just to top it all off you are very GENEROUS! :) Maybe one of these days we will be able to have you take our pictures, we would love it!

[Lexie]

You got to take pics of J Peri ahhhh how cool!
I've totally become virtual BFFs with her! :)

[Sara]

me me me!

[Melanie]

Amazing work!!! So inspiring!

[Emily]

Wow. Talk about interesting hotel visits.

[Britt]

Hey, I am Brianne Henschieds sister & I love your work. (How sad is it that I don't even know how to spell her new last name right?!? But it isn't the easiest last name, and we aren't know for our spelling skills, just as Brianne. She has a funny story about how she use to think tough was spelled TUFF! It's really late and this post has become very strange, sorry about that. I would love to enter the giveaway. I too have fallen completely head over heals for crewcuts!

[Dana]

I am in love with your photography. I've seen your photos on nienie and cjane. The photos of courtney's son in the carriage with the rainy sky are amazing, and the orchard photos, too. I'm glad you live so close to me. I'll have to start saving for a session with you.

[Ricki Chambers]

I am inspired by your work every time I click on your site! Your shots are amazing and so vivid!!!! Thank you for sharing your amazing talent!!

[Brittany]

I would love $75! That would just really make my day. Your photo's are amazing of course.

[Aria Bethards]

beautiful photo -gorgeous eyes!

[Lindsay D]

Oooh $75! If I could afford to fly you to Denver for my January nuptials, you'd be my number one choice!

[Noelle Reynolds]

Nothings better than amazing photos and a giveaway! Put my name in the drawing!! :)

[Lee M.]

I l.o.v.e. your work and am just itching for you to come back to d.c. and yes...sign me up! what girl doesn't love a good giveaway!

[Kat Speyer]

I love your photos, and I'd love $75 to anywhere! :D

[JenniferCR]

What a beautiful picture! And $75 to anywhere, WOW! Congrats on the upgrade, I mean...who doesn't love an upgrade?!!! =)

[Brooke]

$75 Just in time for the holidays...always needed. I'm curious to see what your style book looks like. I also am probably too lazy to be modern.

[Sarah M]

I just took my kids to the Desert Botanical Gardens last week for a field trip. I too was amazed at how beautiful cacti can be. It was very informative as well. You will get some nice photos there. And it's suppose to be overcast...YES! A photographer's dream : )

[Cynthia Q]

love your desert blooms :) a.k.a. magical pics!

[Summer]

All of the photos of Arizona are making me homesick. It has been almost 10 years since I served a mission there and I haven't been able to go back yet. $75 to anywhere would be lovely, Christmas is a question mark for us right now.