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  • Welcome to Grin & Share It's new blog! My name is Tessa, and I'm a professional photographer in gorgeous San Diego, California.

    Grin & Share It was born in January of 2008, thanks to the support of my family & friends who encouraged me to follow my dreams. I am an on location photographer who simply adores what I do. My style is a mix of both posed & candid shots, and I personally touch every single image that is given to my clients.

    Please take a look around, and leave some love if the mood strikes. Comments always put a Grin on my face!

    Enjoy,
    Tessa

Customer Appreciation Canvas Sale!

I TRULY believe that I have the BEST clients in the world.  Many of you have stuck with me since I opened my doors almost 5 years ago, and most of you have referred clients to me, which is the best compliment I could ever receive.  As a thank you from me, to you, for an amazing 2012, I am offering my clients 40% off the retail price for any size stretch mount canvas that I sell!!  These canvases make fabulous Christmas presents*, plus this is the perfect opportunity to get those images OFF of your CDs and up ONTO your walls.  My stretch mount canvases are 1 & 1/4″ depth, have a solid back so your canvas will always look as tight and flat as the day it was made, and come ready to hang.

Here are the details…  starting today through the end of December you will receive 40% off the cost of your canvas(es).  All you need to do is let me know which Grin & Share It image(s) you’d like to print, what size(s), and I will take care of the rest!!!!!  Your canvas(es) will arrive at your doorstep, ready to be displayed on your wall.  It doesn’t get much easier than that!

Prices & canvas sizes are listed below.  There will be a $5.00 flat shipping charge added to your order, plus sales tax.  To order, please email me at: tessa@grinandshareitphoto.com

 

Canvas Size             Retail Price          Sale Price
10×10                           $90.00                      $54.00
10×20                            $110.00                   $66.00
11×14                            $100.00                    $60.00
12×12                            $100.00                    $60.00
12×18                            $110.00                    $66.00
16×16                            $100.00                    $60.00
16×20                           $125.00                     $75.00
16×24                           $135.00                     $81.00
20×20                           $140.00                    $84.00
20×24                           $150.00                    $90.00
20×30                          $170.00                    $102.00
24×36                           $200.00                   $120.00
30×40                          $250.00                    $150.00
20×60 (Panorama)  $250.00                    $150.00

 

*To guarantee your canvas will arrive in time for Christmas, expedited shipping charges may be required.

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Holiday Bridge Minis

 

I am doing these minis a little bit differently than my others, as there will only be two minis per day since I prefer the late afternoon sun!  I will also be offering one (1) 10 minute mini per day.  My 10 minute mini minis are new this year, and are perfect if you’re looking for only a handful of images (you will receive approximately 10 on your CD w/ print release).  These special minis are best if you are a returning client who’s kids are used to me, if your kids are older, or if your kiddos follow instructions well and are very comfortable in front of the camera. In ten minutes I can still get a variety of groupings, as well as that all important “Money Shot” for your Holiday cards. The best part… the cost for these special minis is only $150.00 (plus tax).

The 20 minute minis are perfect for photos of couples, just the kids, or small families (up to 6 people) who are interested in grabbing a few fabulous photos for their Holiday cards and gifts.  These sessions include a 21 day private online gallery & 20 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.

 

WHEN: Saturday, October 27th

WHERE: The Old Steel Bridge, Rancho San Diego

TIMES:
4:20pm -
4:40pm – BOOKED
5:00pm – BOOKED
5:20pm (10 minute mini mini) - BOOKED


WHEN: Saturday, November 10th

WHERE: The Old Steel Bridge, Rancho San Diego

TIMES:
3:20pm – BOOKED
3:40pm – BOOKED
4:00pm – BOOKED
4:20pm (10 minute mini mini) - BOOKED


WHEN: Sunday, November 11th

WHERE: The Old Steel Bridge, Rancho San Diego

TIMES:
3:20pm - BOOKED
3:40pm - BOOKED
4:00pm - BOOKED
4:20pm (10 minute mini mini) - BOOKED

WHEN: Saturday, November 17th

WHERE: The Old Steel Bridge, Rancho San Diego

TIMES:
3:20pm - BOOKED
3:40pm - BOOKED
4:00pm - BOOKED
4:20pm (10 minute mini mini) - BOOKED

WHEN: Sunday, November 18th

WHERE: The Old Steel Bridge, Rancho San Diego

TIMES:
3:20pm - BOOKED
3:40pm - BOOKED
4:00pm - BOOKED
4:20pm (10 minute mini mini) - BOOKED

 

COST: $250.00 (plus sales tax)

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Holiday Mini Session Dates/Locations

Here they are!  Below you will find the dates for my 2012 Holiday Mini Sessions.  Please scroll down to find all of the locations I will be shooting minis at this year, EXCEPT, for “Bridge Minis”.  I will be releasing those dates/times in a separate post.

Holiday Seaside Sofa Session Minis

Looking for something beautiful & unique for your Holiday cards?  Then look no further!!!  The two dates below will be the ONLY dates that I’ll be offering my Seaside Sofa Session Minis before the end of the year, and they’re sure to fill up quickly so reserve yours ASAP.   These 20 minute minis are perfect for photos of couples, just the kids, or small families (up to 5 people) who are interested in grabbing a few fabulous photos for their Holiday cards and gifts.  These sessions include a 21 day private online gallery & 20 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.

WHEN: Sunday, October 21st

WHERE: Pacific Beach

TIMES:
8:40am - BOOKED
9:00am – BOOKED
9:20am – BOOKED
9:40am – BOOKED
10:00am – BOOKED

WHEN: Saturday, November 3rd

WHERE: Pacific Beach

TIMES:
4:00pm
4:20pm
4:40pm
5:00pm – BOOKED
5:20pm – BOOKED

COST: $250.00 (plus tax)

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Old Poway Park Holiday Minis

If you’re looking for a rustic, country setting for your Holiday photos then this is the perfect spot for you.  With old trains, train tracks, barns, etc as your backdrop, this a great little park for family photos. These 30 minute mini-sessions are perfect for families of up to 6 people. Thirty minutes gives us plenty of time for group/family shots, as well as photos of the kids alone and with each parent.  These sessions include a 21 day private online gallery & 20-30 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.

WHEN: Sunday, October 28th

WHERE: Old Poway Park, Poway

TIMES:
8:30am - BOOKED
9:00am - BOOKED
9:30am – BOOKED
10:00am – BOOKED

COST: $250.00 (plus tax)

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 Balboa Park Holiday Minis

 

This location speaks for itself.  Beautiful Balboa Park is one of my favorite spots to shoot in San Diego!  These 30 minute mini-sessions are perfect for families of up to 6 people. Thirty minutes gives us plenty of time for group/family shots, as well as photos of the kids alone and with each parent.  These sessions include a 21 day private online gallery & 20-30 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.

WHEN: Saturday, October 27th

WHERE: Balboa Park, San Diego

TIMES:
8:30am – BOOKED
9:00am – BOOKED
9:30am – BOOKED

WHEN: Saturday, November 10th

WHERE: Balboa Park, San Diego

TIMES:
8:30am
9:00am
9:30am - BOOKED

COST: $250.00 (plus tax)

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Seaside Sofa Session Minis {Special 10 Minute Minis Being Offered for Next Weekend’s Sessions}

Only 2 spots are left available for my Seaside Sofa Session Minis next Sunday (see below), September 23rd, and I have decided to open up the the last 2 remaining session times as 20 OR 10 minute minis!!

These special 10 minute minis are great if you only need a handful of images, are a returning client who’s kids are used to me, if your kids are older, or if your kiddos follow instructions well and are very comfortable in front of the camera. In 10 minutes I can still get a variety of groupings/poses, as well as that all important “Money Shot” for your Holiday cards. The best part… the cost for these special minis is only $150.00 (plus tax). For more information or to book your session, please email me at: tessa@grinandshareitphoto.com

 

September is my favorite month of the year to shoot at the beach!  Sunny skies are almost a given (where October & November can bring rain & storm surges).  Plus the beaches are so much emptier after Labor Day, when most of the tourists have gone home.  Plus the biggest bonus of getting your Holiday photos taken in September… plenty of time to get your Holiday cards designed, purchased, & mailed!!!!

These 20 minute minis are great for photos of couples, just the kids, or small families (up to 5 people).  Twenty minutes is plenty of time for me to grab some amazing images of the whole family, the kids individually, as well as the kids together.  These sessions include; a 21 day private online gallery, & 20 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.  Canvases will NOT be included with these minis, but WILL be available for only $75.00 (16×24) if you choose to purchase one post-session (regularly $135.00).

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.


WHEN: Sunday, September 23rd

WHERE: Pacific Beach

TIMES:
8:50am – BOOKED
9:10am
9:30am
9:50am – BOOKED
10:10am – BOOKED

COST:  $250.00 (plus sales tax)

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Kicking off the Holiday Season with Seaside Sofa Sessions

September is my favorite month of the year to shoot at the beach!  Sunny skies are almost a given (where October & November can bring rain & storm surges).  Plus the beaches are so much emptier after Labor Day, when most of the tourists have gone home.  Plus the biggest bonus of getting your Holiday photos taken in September… plenty of time to get your Holiday cards designed, purchased, & mailed!!!!

These 20 minute minis are great for photos of couples, just the kids, or small families (up to 5 people).  Twenty minutes is plenty of time for me to grab some amazing images of the whole family, the kids individually, as well as the kids together.  These sessions include; a 21 day private online gallery, & 20 beautiful high-resolution images on CD w/ print release.  Canvases will NOT be included with these minis, but WILL be available for only $75.00 (16×24) if you choose to purchase one post-session (regularly $135.00).

A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required to book your session, and will be deducted from the balance due the day of your session.

WHEN: Sunday, September 23rd

WHERE: Pacific Beach

TIMES:
8:50am – BOOKED
9:10am
9:30am
9:50am – BOOKED
10:10am – BOOKED

COST:  $250.00 (plus sales tax) 

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