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Well maybe just one thing then I'm done. 😉 If you are hosting a Super Bowl Party or going to one, or none of the above just take a moment this weekend to raise a Red Solo Cup in honor of the late Toby Keith who sadly passed away this week. I think he'd like that. Now, just for FUN Take the ultimate Super Bowl poll! Click the button below. There is only 1 question and it is totally anonymous. The results will be sent in next Friday's newsletter. |
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It's National Pizza Day! Fun Facts: - Pepperoni is the most popular pizza with 36% of the share
- Over 3 billion pizzas are sold in the USA each year. Add another 1 billion on frozen pizzas
- In the USA 17% of all restaurants are pizzerias
- The first pizzeria that opened in the USA was Gennaro Lombardi in 1895 in New York City
- Americans consume on average 23 pounds of pizza per person per year.
Whether it is thin crust, Chicago-style, deep dish or anything in between go get some pizza and celebrate!! |
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Quote of the Week: "How do we start taking pictures of people and stop taking pictures of poses?" - Justin and Mary Marantz I agree with this 100%. Sometimes as photographers we get carried away in the thought that our subject has to be "perfectly posed" for them to appear beautiful or handsome when in fact it's just the opposite. Every now and then e need to let them be themselves with just a little bit of guidance. |
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Update: Going forward I am going to send two separate emails. One email will be sent on Tuesdays and this one will still be sent on Fridays. I hope you'll stick around because I've got a lot to tell you but I understand if the twice a week schedule is too much or you feel my newsletters aren't the right fit for you. Update your email preferences here... |
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All will be revealed in next week's newsletter! It's exciting and I can't wait to share the details with you! Stay tuned! |
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Winter Sports: There's Only 2 Weeks left to schedule your team and individual pictures before the season ends on March 3rd!! Attention Basketball and Cheer coaches and participants!! I offer this service FREE of charge and I will come out to any school during a practice or if we can't make that work, we can try getting them in before a game. Here are the dates in February I still have available: 9th, 14th, 16th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd. The entire last week of February is also available as well (except the 27th) however that might be cutting it close to getting your pictures back before the end of the season or banquet if you plan on having one. Click here to book your team pictures... Click here for a pdf copy of the order form... |
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FAMILY SHOWCASE: Meet the Amazing Payne Family! Levi, Taylor, Maverick and Callahan I had the extreme pleasure of photographing this amazing family on November 11th on the outside of the Smart View recreation area on the Blue Ridge Parkway. I am super excited to share their highlights and tell their story with you! Read More About Their Session... |
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SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Mindful Light Photography, Rocky Mount Virginia - Owner is Melissa Carter Melissa is a very talented photographer specializing in newborns and family portraits. She has an indoor studio with all the props and lighting needed to make a perfect newborn picture. She can just do the baby by itself or include the family as well. In addition to her newborn sessions she offers themed sessions throughout the year as well. She just recently did a "princess" session and the pictures turned out beautiful! She has a website and a Facebook page so if you or someone you know is going to need a newborn photographer, go check her out! Visit her Facebook page to learn more... Check out her website here... Why would I highlight another photographer in my newsletter??? I look at it this way. There are roughly 40,000 people living in Franklin County these days. I think there are plenty of clients to be had by the handful of photographers in this county. And she offers a service I don't provide because to be honest, taking pictures of newborns terrifies me to no end. And she is a fantastic photographer with a style all her own! So why tear down when you can build up??? |
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: This week's question: "Should I print my pictures or just get the digitals?" Read the answer... |
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ANIMAL SHELTER PET OF THE WEEK: Share this link with anyone who you think might would be willing to help out one of these sweet animals that need a good furever home. Meet Goofy! What a sweet face! And you can't go wrong with that name right?? He does great with everyone. Fully vetted and keeps a clean kennel. He is a ton of fun and walks great on a leash!! Feel free to share this with anyone you think needs a new friend. Read more about Goofy... |
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CUSTOMER LOYALTY PROGRAM: How Do I Earn Points? How Many Loyalty Points I Have? What do I Get out of the Loyalty Program? Read all about it... |
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REFERRAL PROGRAM: Do you know someone, family or friend, that would be interested in and could benefit from this newsletter? Forward this email to them, tell them all about it and ask them to use the button below this message to sign up. When they do, not only will they get a reward, but so will YOU! Rewards for You: - You will get 1 point towards the Customer Loyalty Program and a $25 print credit!!
Rewards for Them: - They will get $10 off a future booked session.
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THAT'S IT FOR THIS WEEK'S UPDATES! I hope you have enjoyed the new format of this newsletter. I want to make sure this newsletter contains things YOU want to hear. What would you like me to include? Let me know what you think! Stay safe and I hope you have a great weekend! Jonathan As always, if you ever need to contact me, please feel free to anytime! Text or Call Me! (540-793-0798) Email Me! (jonathan@mess-e-photos.com) or reply to this email |
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