S-W Family | Valley Forge Photographer

McShea Family Fundraiser - October 4th!!

We're only a few days away from the McShea Family Beef & Beer benefit, (THIS FRIDAY!!) and it's shaping up to be an outstanding event!  There will be exciting raffle and auction items up for grabs so not only do you get a tasty meal and a chance to help out a deserving family but you also can snag some awesome prizes!!

Perch Sisters will be donating a lifestyle session at the auction so if you've been thinking about booking a session but haven't gotten around to it, this is the perfect opportunity to WIN one! So mark this event on your calendars for this Friday night and come out for this great cause!!

Click here for details on how to buy tickets or donate! Hope to see you there!

playtime with the water baby

oh C, i can't stand it! how did you get so old?! nearly two and looking less like the baby your parents brought home from the hospital. wasn't that just a blink of an eye ago!?


when the weather is sticky and you're stuck in a state without a shoreline, sprinklers go a long way for creating a happy water park for the little ones. the best thing about being a toddler is that you don't care what the calendar says. who cares if the summer is winding down on paper and the sun is stuck behind storm clouds? if there's water to soak up, expect laughter to follow!


who cares if you have a perfectly good sippy cup of fresh, clean water in your play area? drinking from a hose, sprinkler or a squishy water ball is always far more delicious! plus you get the extra nutrients from any potential dirt or grass that gets mixed in :).


once C caught on to the fact that i was stalking him with my camera, he decided to show off some sprinkler jousting skills. such a little ham, he would run through the drops and then come right over to make sure he liked what i captured, haha. maybe he'll be my next photo assistant!


he refused to give mimi a hug so we could get a cute picture of the two of them together. maybe he was just thinking that it would be nice to keep her clothes dry...or maybe he was thinking he'd much rather keep playing before the inevitable towel came to end one of his last summer evenings at the water park!


thanks for keeping me and my camera fairly dry, C! had a great time watching you love life! xo!

playtime at valley forge park

not only was i lucky enough to see my niece last weekend (and capture a picture that i just can't stop staring at!), but on sunday morning we got a great surprise visit from my nephew!! it's pretty rare that we have guests at our house, we're typically on the go and looking for a reason to get out of the house, so this was a real nice treat!

between the little fledgling's nap times, we traipsed around valley forge national park and soaked in the sun...doesn't B look too cool for school in his babiators?! :)


he likely would've been just as happy hanging out in the bed of his dad's truck all afternoon, but we strapped him into his little red wagon and went off to explore the various landmarks around the park. probably should have a little more knowledge of the history surrounding valley forge after living with it in my backyard for so many years, but for the short amount of time we were there i was more than content just pointing my lens at the pretty things i saw.


from the car, the grass might look really lush and well maintained (and it is for such a vast piece of land), but the uneven footing and undulating hills did not make for an easy walk for teeny legs! luckily crocs are perfect for off-roading!


we played with acorns, sticks, shadows...and almost an innocent bystander's iphone :).




it was a successful adventure with the funniest little guy i know...but i know his highlights of the day probably included eating pb&j and getting sprayed by the garden hose at home. it's the little things, that make us happy, right?! xo!!

2013 MINI SESSIONS ARE HERE!!

Announcing the 2013 Perch Sisters Mini Sessions, woo-hoo!! As much as I don't want to think about it, the holidays will be here sooner than we know it, so here's a great way to get one item off of your checklist.  Mini Sessions are awesome for holiday card photos! But they aren't just for holiday outfits and family groups, it's a wonderful way to update your walls and capture some beautiful moments at an affordable rate!  Everyone's welcome - maternity, seniors, couples, toddlers - reserve your spot today and preserve your memories for a lifetime! Oh and they're tons of fun too :).

Sessions are first come, first serve and are paid in advance to reserve your time.  In order to book, please send your first and second time choice to me at lauren@perchsisters.com.  You'll receive a link to pay for your session online and will receive all of the details you need to prep for a spectacular shoot!

DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS...

$225 Mini Session fee which includes:

25 minute photo shoot
editing and blog love

10-15 high resolution images in an online gallery for viewing and sharing to social media

5 favorites from the gallery are yours to keep, download and print with full rights

Options to purchase prints, holiday cards and other gifts at special rates

2014 8x10 calendar print with your session images (see below for an example!)

SCHEDULE:

Sunday, September 15th - Philly Suburb location TBD

• 2:00pm
• 2:30
• 3:00
• 3:30
• 4:00
• 4:30
• 5:00
• 5:30
• 6:00

Friday, September 28th - Ocean City, NJ at the beach!

• 4:00pm
• 4:30
• 5:00
• 5:30

Saturday, October 12th - Philly Suburb location TBD

• 2:00pm
• 2:30
• 3:00
• 3:30
• 4:00
• 4:30
• 5:00

SPECIAL BONUS!!

Just in case all of this wasn't exciting enough, there's more!! Referral bonuses are available!! Once your deposit is received, you can start sending in referrals to earn $25 in print credit per additional session booked (limit 4)...all you have to do is make sure your friends mention your name when they're booking.  Easy peasy!

Have a group of friends/family that are interested but can't find a date/location that works? Mini Session pricing and deals will be extended if at least four sessions can be secured. That's $75 in print credits, your very own Mini Session day & location PLUS time to hang out with your favorite people...sounds pretty fab, right?!


Book now! Don't miss out!!