Two left feet?

So many of my wedding couples are nervous about their first dance. Why? A couple of reasons, actually. Most people don't dance socially anymore, so they tend to feel awkward and self-conscious on the dance floor. Also, the spotlight is on you and you alone! How can one alleviate the inevitable nerves that come with this pressure-filled moment? With dance lessons at Atomic Ballroom, of course! 

Atomic Ballroom offers not only private classes at two different locations to help you and your honey become the next Fred and Ginger, but from time to time they even offer Wedding Dance Workshops- a crash course ensuring you start your married life off on the right foot (instead of two left ones...). 

For a limited time, we are offering a stellar partnership deal.

Any couple who books any wedding photography package with Intuitive Images AND takes the Wedding Workshop at Atomic, will receive a FREE 16x20 gallery wrap canvas, AND the high resolution images from your big day! That's a $450 value, PLUS you're making sure you glide across that dance floor like pros! 

To take advantage of this offer, email stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com for wedding photography package pricing, and go sign up for March 24th's wedding dance workshop HERE! 

Holiday Canvas Sale!

I rarely do promotions, but my lab is having a great sale on canvases right now so I thought I'd pass the love on to you!

Starting right NOW the next three clients (who have already had their session with me) can order a 16x20 Canvas Gallery Wrap at $199! (regular price is $295!)

*This promotion is only good through Friday Dec. 2nd, so hurry!*

This is a fantastic gift option for family members this holiday- or just a great way to deck out your own halls! Ask anyone who has one of these- they are just the best product out there. Frameless, modern, and they come ready to hang. 

To be one of the three lucky clients, just send me an email at stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com and let me know which photo from your set you'd like. First two clients to order and pay will get the deal! Happy Holidays!

So Very Thankful.

This year has been incredibly challenging for me, as this business has taken off in ways I couldn't have imagined. I have three small children, and a husband who travels for work, which means my time is limited more than you even know. Trying to run a business, respond to the dozens of emails and inquiries I receive a day, and still give my children the time and attention they deserve has proven to be a balance that I have not yet mastered.

But I will.

I love this job, I love this art, and I am determined to become more efficient to better serve my clients and my family.

To those of you who have stuck with me, and been patient in scheduling and in receiving your products, my heart just fills with love for you. Thank you for your patience, your support, and for letting me into your lives.

As a thank you to you, who have stuck it out and waited patiently, I've decided to do ONE more mini-session day this year! Spots will be on a first come first served basis, and past clients and those who have inquired in the past will be given priority.

There will be only 6 spots available, and this will be my last portrait availability until next year.

The details will be the same as the Fall Minis:

$99 for a 15-20 minute session

2 5x7 professional prints

5 high resolution digital images

with print release

The date will be December 3rd, location to be announced.

To book a spot, please email stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com

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2011 Fall Mini Sessions!

Orange County Headshots

I rarely do a headshot special, but I've had so many requests as of late, I thought I'd hook all you showbizzers up! So here's the low down:

2011 Headshot special

$200 includes:

up to two hours on location, 4 different looks

All images in low resolution for online posting and sharing

3 images of your choice in high resolution with a limited commercial license and print release for your own printing purposes (glossies!!!)

PLUS

You can purchase the high resolution disc with all your high res images for just $75!

(normally $100)

So if you're a dancer, actor, model, singer, musician, business owner, or just want great looking professional images to spruce up your online site, jump on it! This offer is only valid through the end of 2011!

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Behind the Ballroom

As many of you know, Intuitive Images will be opening a new studio space inside Atomic Ballroom in Placentia. The Placentia location is the second Orange County location for Atomic, with it's first flagship location still rockin over in Irvine. Both locations are owned and operated by Shesha and Nikki Marvin, both internationally acclaimed competitive dancers and teachers, and pillars of the dance community here in Orange County. They've been my clients, my friends, now my partners in business and new opportunities, and it's time I introduce you to them.

Here's a little Q and A with the taller half of the First Couple of Atomic, Shesha Marvin.

1. When and how did you get started dancing, and what's your background with the late Frankie Manning (one of the founding fathers of Lindy Hop)?

I started dancing when I was dragged out onto the dance floor at Disneyland one Saturday night Jan 1996. A few months later I took my 1st class from Frankie Manning and I was instantly converted from a spazzy swing kid to a lindy hopper with a clue.

2. How did you meet your beautiful wife, Nikki, and when did you two acquire The Atomic Ballroom?

I met my beautiful wife Nikki at dance class in the summer of love 2003. She was my student. We were married in 2006 and purchased ATOMIC Ballroom in 2008.

3. If you could be born in another decade, which would it be, and why?

I'm happy with my decade. If I had to play your game I would choose the 1920s so that I could see the true progression of charleston to lindy hop.

4. What drove you to open the second location for Atomic in Placentia?

Opportunity knocks and you open the door. I've known it was the next step for me for over 2 years.

5. What class or program is most exciting for you at the new Placentia location?

Argentine tango is ON! I've been trying to get into this personally for years. Friday nights, me, and Tango.

(The Argentine Tango series will be kicked off on Friday Jan. 28th - click here for more info on a stellar night of Tango, including basics, musicality, and workshops.)

6. Favorite thing to eat at home, and favorite thing to order at a restaurant?

Spaghetti and Spaghetti. Why fight it.

7. Do you hope your beautiful daughter, Anjali, will take over the Atomic empire when she gets older?

Anjali might just hate dancing. We could sell it and retire, who knows. I think of the ATOMIC empire as a small stepping stone in my life.

8. What are your hopes for the future of social dancing?

I need to keep pushing my basics and fight for more freedom.

9. You're somewhat infamous for your 101 Hat Tricks. Any plans to teach others via class or workshop?

Teaching hat tricks to geeks has been a long standing activity for me. I'm sure I will continue as requested.

(Here's a little taste of Shesha's Hat Trick Magnificence)

10. What would you say to someone who wants to get into social dancing, but has no experience?

I can't imagine living a life without social dancing. It fulfills so many human needs at once while also being fun. Any hopeless, clueless dancer can achieve competency starting at any age.

Thanks Shesha!

For more info about any classes Atomic offers, visit http://atomicballroom.com/ , and look for more articles in the Behind the Ballroom series, as I introduce you to more of the friends of Intuitive Images.

~Steph

Current Specials

Costumed Cuties Mini-Sessions!

Now through October 31st, 30-minute sessions in studio of up to three kids in their Halloween costume!

$75 gets you a session, cd of up to 10 images, and 8 wallet prints!

2010 Print Special

Now through December 31, 2010, prints for all session attendees are buy one, get one free!

(Up to size 8x10, does not apply to specialty print products)

HOLIDAY CARDS!!!

Customed designed Holiday cards- use a photo from our session or a photo of your own!

25 custom designed double sided photo flat holiday cards on luxury paper with envelopes, for $50

or get 50 cards for $85!

(please allow ample time or design, design approval, and delivery! Don't wait too long!)

(and as always, our Referral Bonus Program is also in full effect- refer a friend, and when they complete their session, you receive a $20 print credit of your very own!)

To book any of these specials, please email stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com

Thank you!!!

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Brand New Babies!

If you or anyone you know is expecting a new little addition, check out our Baby Steps Program.  It captures the entire first year of Baby's life, including a maternity session with Mama! (You know, so the new parents can put the camera away and get some sleep...)

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Pluggin away.

Ordered the Ringflash, got a bajillion new business cards in three different styles, got the promotion postcards for the Te Ao Maohi event on July 10th, meeting Joelle and others at the Fullerton studio tonight for some lighting discussions, prepping for Sunday's OC Shoot This event....

Lots going on backstage in the Intuitive Workshop.

Stay tuned.

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Prom 2010!