2014 Wedding Photography Giveaway Finalists!

Just like last year, picking the finalists for this giveaway was hard. I love having the chance to help a couple go easier on their wedding budget, but I struggle so much with the process that gets me from a lot of entries to one winner. I really, really wish I could tell everyone, Yes! I'll shoot your wedding for free! All the couples who took the time to enter are SO deserving and give back to the community in big ways. But, alas, there can only be one winner because I do have to put food on the table. ;) So, without further ado, HERE are the 2014 wedding photography giveaway finalists! You guys make the final decision on who my winner will be, so take a minute to read each entry below and vote. NOTE: Voting will be open until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 and the winner will be announced Friday, July 5. (Click here to review the grand prize.) You may vote once a day per computer.

Katie and Kirk


Kelsey and Matt


Raven and Russell


Rebecca and Kyle

 

2014 Wedding Photography Giveaway!

Lane Baldwin Photography Wedding Photography Giveaway Ohhh, this might possibly be my favorite post of the whole entire year. Today is the day I announce my annual wedding photography giveaway! :)

The long and short of it: I was inspired by my mentor, Amanda Donaho, who started giving away a wedding photography package (read: for free!) each year on her birthday. How awesomely generous is that?? When I started my business, I realized I could do the same thing. Weddings are expensive, people. That fact is not lost on me, even as someone who works in the industry. Sometimes we get caught up in the details and all the number crunching and forget that a wedding is really about two people coming together in marriage.

Last year, I decided to follow Amanda's example and help a couple go a little easier on their budget and hopefully focus that attention on their upcoming nuptials. Sarah and Steven walked away with the prize, and their wedding will be held this October. I'm excited to document it! :)

So, without further ado ...

I'm giving away a 2014 wedding photography package! No strings attached.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • No purchase necessary.
  • The giveaway includes eight hours of wedding day coverage; one photographer; a DVD of high-resolution, edited images (color and black and white) with rights to print; and an online gallery to share with family and friends (a $2,100 value). You can take it as is or add a la carte items to this base package to create the coverage you want.
  • You can nominate you and your fiancé(e) or a deserving couple (couple must be engaged and have a 2014 wedding date set).
  • I repeat, this giveaway is for a 2014 wedding (I am already booked for some 2014 weddings; if your date doesn’t work with my schedule, I will let you know as soon as I receive your entry. NOTE: I do not have any June 2014 availability).
  • I will travel! Literally anywhere (Travel fees [airfare/car and hotel] will apply to weddings outside of greater Cleveland and greater Cincinnati).
  • Please consider your contractual obligations with another photographer before entering (those nominating: please verify this with couple).
  • Current LBP couples are not eligible.

Here’s how you apply:

  • E-mail me (subject: “Wedding Giveaway” to lane@lanebaldwinphotography.com) with the following information:
    • Names.
    • Wedding date, location and venues.
    • Contact information.
    • A paragraph about why you think receiving this giveaway would be fabulous/how it would help you.
    • A paragraph about how you (or the couple if you're nominating) give back.
    • A couple sentences about the theme/style of the wedding.
    • A photo of the couple.
  • Like my Facebook page and share this post (if you don’t have Facebook, let me know in your e-mail). Please make sure to tag "Lane Baldwin Photography" in your shared post. :)

Submissions will be accepted for one week, until Friday, June 28, at midnight. On Monday, July 1, I will post the three finalists (chosen by yours truly based on availability, need and wedding style) and open up voting to YOU to decide the winning couple. The runners-up will receive 10% off their package price if they choose to book.

Ready? GO!

2013 Wedding Photography Giveaway Finalists!

Wow. This was one of the hardest things I've ever done. I thought maybe I would get one or two entries, but I was just blown away by the number of deserving people who entered this giveaway. I really, really, really wish I could have taken all of you. This was a humbling experience for sure! So, now I need you all to help me choose a winning couple. Take a minute to read each couple's information and vote below. NOTE: Voting will be open until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 8 and the winner will be announced Monday, July 9. (Click here to review the grand prize.) You may vote once a day per computer.

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A Gigantic Giveaway

2013 Wedding Photography GiveawayWhen I was little and my birthday rolled around, I was allowed to stay outside and play until it got dark because my birthday falls on one of the longest days of the year. 9:30 p.m. is a big deal to an 8-year-old, and it was, quite possibly, the greatest thing in the world.

As I've gotten older, my birthday hasn't been as big of a deal. It's kinda sad that the excitement wanes, and this year, I wanted to do something about that. I love giving back and I've wanted to incorporate that into my photography business, SO … drum roll please …

I'm giving away a 2013 wedding photography package! Yep, a COMPLETE package that will allow you to go a little easier on your wedding budget. No strings attached.

Here's what you need to know:

  • No purchase necessary.
  • The giveaway includes full-day wedding coverage; two photographers; a DVD of high-resolution, edited images (color and black and white) with rights to print; and an online gallery to share with family and friends (more than a $1,700 value).
  • You can nominate you and your fiancé(e) or a deserving couple (couple must be engaged and have a 2013 wedding date set).
  • I repeat, this giveaway is for a 2013 wedding (I am already booked for a few 2013 weddings, so if your date doesn't work with my schedule, I will let you know as soon as I receive your entry).
  • I will travel! Literally anywhere (Travel fees [airfare/car and hotel] will apply to weddings outside of greater Cleveland and greater Cincinnati).
  • Please consider your contractual obligations with another photographer before entering (those nominating: please verify this with couple).
  • Current LBP couples are not eligible.

Here's how you apply:

  • E-mail me (subject: "Wedding Giveaway" to lane@lanebaldwinphotography.com) with the following information:
    • Names of the couple.
    • Wedding date, location and venues.
    • Couple's contact information.
    • A paragraph about why you think receiving this giveaway would be fabulous!
    • A paragraph about how YOU (or the couple) give back.
    • The theme of the wedding.
    • A photo of the couple.
  • Like my Facebook page (if you don't have Facebook, let me know in your e-mail).
  • Click "Like", "Share Post" or "Tweet Post" below and tag me in your post (Note: I'm not on Twitter but sharing on Twitter will be accepted).

Submissions will be accepted until July 4. On July 5, I will post the finalists* (chosen by yours truly) and open up voting to YOU to decide the winning couple. The runners-up will receive 10% off their package price if they choose to book.

Ready? GO!

*Having never done this before, I have no idea what the response to this giveaway will be. I'm hopeful I will have more than one applicant. :)