A Christmas Carol inspired portrait session.

We're so delighted to share this next session with you . . . how gorgeous are these portraits of this sweet brother and sister?

This holiday sitting was photographed just a few weeks ago and we can't get over the classical "Charles Dickens" nature of the session. Maybe it's this little guy's cap or the lovely red dress worn by his baby sister . . . either way, we're totally smitten!

And to remind you to take a few moments to enjoy yourselves during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, we take our advice from Mr. Dickens, as we could not say it better ourselves:

"I do come home at Christmas. We all do, or we all should. We all come home, for a short holiday . . . the longer, the better . . . to take and give a rest."

~Charles Dickens

Holiday order and pick-up deadlines for 2011!

Greetings, everyone!

The studio has been in full swing for the holidays and we've scarcely had time to sit down! We're now officially into the month of December, which means the countdown to our deadline to order gift portrait orders has begun . . . but don't worry; we still have time to fit you in!

In order to guarantee your portraits arrive to our studio safe and sound and are placed in your hands by the holidays, we must receive your portraiture and holiday cards orders no later than the close of business on December 16th.

Also, it may seem weeks away, but please keep in mind that the final day to pick up your portraits before the Christmas holiday weekend is December 21st . . . it's also your last day to say hello to Abby before she gets married and moves far away to Nashville, so make sure you pay us a visit!

Coming soon to the studio . . .

Can you believe it? It's almost time for Holiday Portraits! Carolle is hard at work creating our 2011 holiday scene . . . perfect for photographing families, children, babies and even your furry family members.

Some of our favorite ways to use holiday imagery are, of course, as holiday cards and gifts to grandparents, godparents, aunts and uncles, friends and loved-ones who are far away. We even advocate creating a special present for yourself as an end-of-the-year treat.

(After all, who did all the work to get everyone to our studio??? Definitely worth a reward, in our book.)

We hope we see you here this holiday season!

Must read: gift ideas for the last minute shopper!

Are you at a loss for what to give family or friends for the holidays?
Whether you're a dad who can't seem to figure out what your wife wants this year or a grandmother searching for just the right thing, you can stop your search.
RIGHT. NOW.



A gift certificate to Dachowski Photography is exactly the gift to put a smile on the faces of your loved ones this year . . . maybe even a tear or two (not to mention the wrapping requirement for a gift certificate is minimal- even better!). Once the receiver has the certificate in hand, he/she can call us at any time to schedule a time to visit the studio for a session, whether it's just after New Year's or this spring or summer!



Just call the studio and ask to speak to someone about purchasing a gift certificate; we can help walk you through the purchasing process.
It's an easy, fast and truly meaningful gift sure to please anyone this holiday season . . . call (603) 626.7300.

There is always time.

We're now into the second week in December and I'm sure there are many of you who are doing exactly what I am . . .

running around like a crazy person.

Holiday potlucks, family parties, shopping, baking, church get-togethers, Christmas concerts, wrapping plus all of the other things (like work, laundry, paying bills, etc.) that don't go away just because the busiest holiday season of the year happens to be upon us . . . this doesn't really seem like the time of year to be fitting in one more thing, right?

My memory is often brought back to this time a couple of years back. My brother and sister were in town on college break and we came up with the great idea of surprising Mom with a sibling portrait for Christmas. I'll be honest- coordinating a secret portrait session between three young adults with limited and demanding schedules was a bit of a nightmare. I recall saying aloud, "what were we thinking?!"

But Jeff made it work.

I'll never forget the tears that streamed down my mother's face when she tore away the wrapping to reveal a portrait of her three children that Christmas morning. Suddenly all the blood, sweat and running around like crazy people was totally and completely worth each and every second.



This portrait is now a treasured piece of family history. Things have changed over the years and even though we still gather for the holidays, I know we never will again live under the same roof. It's a sad but necessary part of growing as a family. Now our portrait is not just a treasured memory of years past; it's also a reminder that there really is time for just one more thing.

((We still have time to squeeze you in before the holidays . . . call Abby at 603.626.7300 to schedule your portrait session.))

Guess what!

Abby here!
The Holiday Set is up and running at Dachowski Photography . . .
this year, we went with simple, neutral cream tones and a pretty window scene
(let me tell you, it was fun cutting out those snowflakes!).

We're really pleased with the results; last week was our first full week with the set,
and the results are just adorable . . .







We can create portraits for gifts and holiday cards through the beginning of December; so if you're thinking about it, give us a ring . . . as you can see, the results are timeless!

(603) 626.7300
www.dachowskiphotography.com