Impact Tip - Your turn to make an impact

In honor of earth day coming up, I want to encourage us to share and exchange some ideas. You send me your favorite impact tip, and which ever one I get that has the most relevance and impact I will publish here and you will receive 3 Vrai totes that as you can see are very handy for many things :) Send them to me by 4/29 and I will publish it on 5/8.

As a side note, Whole Foods is doing away with plastic bags starting 4/22, which is Earth Day, so your choice will be bring your own or use paper. These totes are perfect for groceries, my whole family uses them...no matter where we shop!

Check out our lovely model Molly ;)

Impact Tip - Invitations

An invitation to a wedding is exciting to pick out and receive. It is your guests first impression of the type of event you are planning. And it is your first opportunity to show them your commitment to minimizing your impact to the environment.

Obviously the most eco-friendly choice is to not have invitations and use a website to keep track of rsvp's and ceremony and reception information but that is not practical for every event.

There are many options out there for paper invitations, but I was recently introduced to Heather and her eco-friendly wedding invitation business and I was very impressed. Not only with her designs and her product, but also with Heather herself. She is truly dedicated to making a difference and such a delight to be around.

Some details about her invitations:
1. Luxurious 95# Cover
2. Elegant finish with sharp color reproduction
3. 100% Recycled / 50% Post-Consumer Waste
4. Processed Chlorine Free
5. Ancient Forest Friendly
6. Green-e Certified

And a few pics...



For more information check out the website at http://www.ourhappyweddingday.com/Default.aspx

Michelle and Glen

Michelle and Glen are getting married next month and they are the biggest cubs fans I have had the pleasure of photographing! I am glad I could get a picture of Harry Carey giving his blessing ;) Can't wait for the wedding!

Peter turns 1!

My nephew Peter turned one last week and we had his party along with our cousin AJ on Sunday. It was his first sugar experience, Peter liked it better than AJ, but AJ was kind enough to share with his dad. He is learning early, no waste ;)

Lauren and Bryan

Finally spring is here and I am excited to be shooting again and Lauren and Bryan added to that enjoyment. We had a great time hanging out in the city and I am looking forward to the wedding!

Rockstar Roadtrip

I apologize for the late notice but I wanted to make sure all you photographers in the Chicagoland area knew about Corey McNabb's Rockstar tour. Corey is a awesomely fun photographer with some great tips on our industry. Amber Holritz is also speaking about the kids portrait side of their business. If you have time on Monday, go and be a part of it...it is a steal!

Here is the info: http://www.rockstarroadtrip.com/Cities.html

Impact Tip - Composting!

I have great news for all you Chicago-based green thumbs...spring is almost here and if you have ever thought about composting, now is the time to learn. Composting is a great way to reduce waste and garbage and grow your own fertilizer for your garden. Typically you keep it outside which is why I think more people will get started with this in the spring.

If you are interested and just don't know how to get started, you are in luck. There will be a class on composting next Saturday at Angelic Organics Learning Center, but you need to register so check it out and sign up!

The Ins & Outs of Composting; Apr. 12, 1-3 p.m. at Angelic Organics Learning Center, 6400 S. Kimbark Ave. b/t Kenwood and Woodlawn Aves. (773-288-5462). Class, $45 (Angelic suggests reserving your spot by April 4).