Giving is Awesome

I've been thinking about giving back this holiday season and offering photography to someone who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford it this Christmas. I then discovered the Giving is Awesome project, a worldwide project of photographers giving away custom photography. At present there are more than 400 photographers offering over $444,000 in free photography. I want to be able to share my photography with someone who will benefit from it, but otherwise wouldn't be able to afford it.

So this is how it works.

You know someone. You know someone who's experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can't afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family's spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography -- $200 worth, to be exact. Whether it's canvas or prints for Grandma, or a slideshow to watch over and over, it's in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a free session ($45 value). What better reason to show some love could there possibly be, people?

The rules:
* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services.

* The nominee must reside in the TriCounty Area or be willing to met me. Tell me who you know, what they're experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* You must e-mail me the full story : clousephoto@gmail.com

The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve -- get nominating! I can't wait to read all of your entries!
Open your heart to someone this holiday season -- and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

Think Pink Photography - Charleston, SC Photographer

I posted this information last year when I was accepted into the program but in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and since the 7th Annual Blogger Bobbie-Thon kicked off this morning, I thought I would post it again. If you haven't heard of the Blogger Boobie-Thon, check it out! This year, I'm proud to announce that I'm the Chief Boobie Survivor Coordinator.

Amanda Clouse Photography is excited to announce a new partnership with Think Pink Photography. Founded in October 2007 by Ohio Photographer, Tennille King, Think Pink Photography strives to help breast cancer survivors and their families celebrate life with charitable photography sessions. Individuals may choose to document their fight against the disease before or during treatment, or prefer to capture their victory with a session after treatment is completed. Photographers world-wide are now available to donate time and talent to celebrate life and support the cause. There is no cost or obligation to the breast cancer patient.

Think Pink Photography is a non-profit organization. Any profits Think Pink Photography receives through donations or various fund raising efforts are donated to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation - a foundation dedicated to promoting education, increasing awareness, and providing support and assistance to families that have been touched by breast cancer.

Clients participating in a Think Pink Session will receive a complimentary photo session, as well as 20 finished prints from the session. They will also receive a discount off of any additional portraits they wish to purchase, although there is absolutely no purchase required at any time.

For more information, you can contact me, or you can visit the Think Pink Photography website at: http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org

THINK PINK! PHOTOGRAPHY - CHARLESTON, SC PHOTOGRAPHER

Amanda Clouse Photography is excited to announce a new partnership with Think Pink Photography. Founded in October 2007 by Ohio Photographer, Tennille King, Think Pink Photography strives to help breast cancer survivors and their families celebrate life with charitable photography sessions. Individuals may choose to document their fight against the disease before or during treatment, or prefer to capture their victory with a session after treatment is completed. Photographers world-wide are now available to donate time and talent to celebrate life and support the cause. There is no cost or obligation to the breast cancer patient.

Think Pink Photography is a non-profit organization. Any profits Think Pink Photography receives through donations or various fund raising efforts are donated to the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation - a foundation dedicated to promoting education, increasing awareness, and providing support and assistance to families that have been touched by breast cancer.

Clients participating in a Think Pink Session will receive a complimentary photo session, as well as 20 finished prints from the session. They will also receive a discount off of any additional portraits they wish to purchase, although there is absolutely no purchase required at any time.

For more information, you can contact me, or you can visit the Think Pink Photography website at: http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org

Amanda

Operation Love Reunited

An organization of professional photographers has joined together to offer our military men and women FREE special sessions with their families. If your loved one is about to be deployed, is deployed or will be returning soon...I offer you at no cost,

A patriotic session with you and your family (pre deployment)
A Homecoming Capture
A 4x6 album of both occasions
A DVD Slideshow of your session(s)

As well as:
ALWAYS a 10% Military Discount
Special Military Portrait Packages

Please visit Operation: Love ReUnited for more information as well as sample galleries from these sessions.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or for further explanation of the program. (843) 693.7833
My husband just returned from the middle east himself and this is just a small way for me to give back to those that defend my freedom every day. Thank You.