Willamette Christian School Auction / Salem OR Photographer

This is a little shout out to Willamette Christian School who's doing an auction tomorrow as a fundraiser for their school. I'm so pumped to be a part of their auction and help raise money for this incredible establishment. I know quite a few kids who attend, inlcuding my nephew Isaiah, and taught Digital Photography to an awesome group of Middle Schoolers last Fall term.

The basket is valued at $525 so I'm praying this really brings in some serious cash to help WCS keep delivering their awesome teaching program! On top of this one-time donation I decided to pitch in 10% of portrait proceeds and 5% of wedding proceeds when the client mentions WCS from now until July 31, 2010.

I believe very strongly in the principle in tithing as it applies to my business. I never want to become greedy, hoarding all the money for myself. Rather, I believe through giving generously to good causes my business will be blessed and enriched. I see my ability in photography as a gifting from God and what better way to honor and thank Him than make a habit of generosity? I'd rather be known as a generous business than a profitable business any day! I hope to inspire both businesses and individuals to give of their time, talents, and treasures to make someone else's life better.

I took a few shots of the basket which turned out pretty cute, and will be sure to snatch more photos of the whole display tomorrow when I put it together. What do YOU think?

Congrats Giving Is Awesome Winners!

First off a BIG Thank You to all who participated in the Giving Is Awesome portrait give-away! I was so blessed by all of you who took the time to share the stories of someone special and deserving in your life! I apologize in my late announcement, you just made it so hard to decide! It's always good to have a little reminder to stop and really appreciate the people God has put in our life, and purpose to thank them for all they have done.

I am undoubtedly blessed to have such a strong support group of family, friends, and customers, and I couldn't thank you enough! You are the foundation on which I stand. When I question my ventures in this business I think of all the people who have encouraged and believed in me and I find my strength. My BIGGEST thanks goes to my Lord Jesus, You give me wings to soar and a are the inspiration for the love and creativity that make my job possible. :)

Now back to Giving Is Awesome! I'm so excited announce the winner of $500.00 towards photos and prints is the Bair Family!!! They certainly are deserving, and my prayer is that this really blesses and reminds them of all the people that God has put in their life to love and support them! Jim & Lisa Bair have given so much with their lives and have endured the unimaginable, and I couldn't think of a more deserving couple and family than them!

The fabulous woman who nominated them, Rae Hallman is getting a complimentary portrait session as a thank you for getting involved in changing someone's life for the better!

I can't wait to do this again, there's really nothing more satisfying than blessing someone. Love is the best gift, hands down! ; )

May you think of little and big ways to honor the people you see everyday.