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…is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes…
I’m beyond excited to announce the launch of my Beloved website belovedimagery.com! If you would like to see what Beloved is all about, please go check out the site and let me know what you think
I’ll be in California, more specifically L.A. and Malibu between July 28 and August 9 for two weddings. I have a couple things planned, but I’d love to set up some more shoots while I’m there and am offering a special rate. So, if you are thinking about an engagement, beloved, or family session please drop me a line at nicole@nicolepolkphotography.com with the subject CA portrait shoot. Please spread the word!
Beloved. So much said in one little word. This word, beloved, has been a central part of my life for some time now in many forms and now I’m happy to finally introduce to you the latest forms it has taken place in my heart.
The first is Beloved photography sessions. This new genre of photography, inspired by my dear friend Jesh de Rox, is expounding upon my love of engagement sessions and growing with more purpose to strive for more genuine, moving images, discovering and rediscovering love. It encompasses couples of every kind, in every stage of their relationship. Please read more about the Beloved Session intent here.
The second is the furthering of the Beloved Movement. Inspired to have a central network for Beloved, my friend, Carolyn Wells, and I have founded a website, The Beloved Movement, to support and nurture the vision of Beloved for photographers and the general public. I hope you will take some time to explore this new venture of mine that is so close to my heart.
I’m currently looking for couples who are interested in celebrating their love with a Beloved session. Please contact me here if your heart tells you too! And what post is fun w/o images! Here are some images of my Beloved session with Angie and Pete who have been married since 2005 and are a wonderful example of celebrating love just because
I have been so blessed in my life with good health, wonderful friends & family, a job I love, and the ability to have fun seeing a bit of the world and generally doing what I want to do. Unfortunately, not everyone is as lucky as I have been. I’ve been involved in a couple programs throughout the years that have given me the opportunity to give back through my photography. This year, I wanted to do a little more, something special for the holiday season.
That’s why for this Holiday Season I am teaming up with my friends and fellow photographers Cindy Guessford of Cindy Guessford Photography and Mark Gardner of Mark Gardner Photography for our Make A Wish Portrait Promo!!!
Help Make a difference for a child in the Philadelphia/Susquehanna Valley area.
The Deal…. For the First 8 clients to contact either one of us and book
a portrait/holiday/Baby /any reason session at the reduced rate of $250
you get ::::::Drum Roll ::::::
That’s
right folks! 100 percent donation baby! I’ve done a ton of research
on charities and I’m happy to say that this chapter of the Make a Wish foundation has
received a 4 star ranking which is the highest that you can receive and
they are among only 5% of the charities rated to receive this rating
for 5 consecutive years. The rating means a lot to me because it
confirms that the charity exceeds industry standards and outperforms
most charities in its Cause. A large portion of the funds collected
actually go towards the cause they represent and that is huge!
So contact us now to book your session – limited availability
I’m so pleased to announce that I have picked a winner for the wedding photography contest! Britt + Mike with their LA wedding! This whole process has been fun for me, getting to know these couples through their entries and mood boards. The final decision was tough as I was falling in love with each one, but I picked one true to the contest parameters for sure! Now, for some yummy details!
Britt works on the show “Psych” and Mike is a Special Ed Math teacher at inner city schools. Both have a passion for what they do and have infused their passion for life into their wedding plans. They are getting married at a great indoor/outddor venue Box Eight Studios in LA. One of the things that struck me about this venue, besides the cool factor, is that it’s owned and operated by a collective of artists and the rental money goes to funding their artistic endeavors! For other wedding details – think mismatched bridesmaid dresses & groomsmen attire, lanterns, mason jars, Kogi BBQ truck, homemade beer, electric guitar, etc…. I know I’m pumped! Can’t wait for your wedding next year Britt & Mike! Oh, and check out Britt’s own bridal blog The Bowie Bride!
Here is a pic Britt sent me of her and Mike!
Please join me at life (as an artform) – Philly ! I’ll be hosting my friend Jesh de Rox’s workshop on October 13-15th. I can say from first hand experience how amazing this workshop is. If you don’t want to take my word for it, check out what some other recent attendees had to say:
You can register here! Hope to see you there
I had the pleasure of attending a networking event a few weeks back at a brand spankin’ new venue in Philadelphia – The Chestnut Club at Arcadia Theatre. This venue is perfect for couples looking for a hip place for a cocktail reception or small seated reception in downtown Philadelphia.
A little about the history, from the website “The Arcadia Theatre opened April 24, 1915 as a first run movie theatre
with the movie “The High Road” and prices of 15c for matinee and 25c
for evening shows.”
“Today you will find the upper portion of the former auditorium, now a
second floor, still retains the ornate decor including the upper
portion of the proscenium arch and a ceiling dome.”
Check out their website and their blog to see some images and view more information. I can’t wait to shoot a wedding there!
