Rothwell Photography Destination Wedding Photographers | Harrisonburg VA, DC » Rothwell Photograpy http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog Wedding Photographers specializing in destination weddings, special events, engagements, portraits, and family photos in the DC, Maryland and Vriginia area. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:17:09 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 The “love story” contest – A fun give away from many awesome vendors! http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/2012/02/the-love-story-contest-a-fun-give-away-from-many-awesome-vendors/ http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/2012/02/the-love-story-contest-a-fun-give-away-from-many-awesome-vendors/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:37:35 +0000 Rothwell http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/?p=11785

It’s that time of year and we are so excited to once again offer our “love story” contest to anyone and everyone!  We will be giving away 3 – hour and a half engagement shoots this year!  Also, we are thrilled to have a number of very cool vendors who we absolutely love joining us this year.  These vendors are amazing at what they do, so be sure to check out all the details below and the links provided.  It’s going to be the biggest giveaway we have done to date and we are so thrilled for each of you to be a part of the fun!! So, if you are excited about  the love of your life, tell us about it!

To have a chance at winning this fantastic “love story” contest here is what you need to do as well as a few suggestions on how to impress us: 

  •  Send us your “love story” either via email or snail mail.
  • The more original and creative you are in your presentation the better!
  •  Keep it to 2 typed pages. Or 4-5 hand written pages.
  • DVD recordings, mini videos, pictures and anything else you can dream up is all acceptable!! Think outside the box! Wow us with your creativity!!
  • We also wish to hear why you would love to win this session and work with us and the wonderful team of incredible wedding professionals who are joining us to make this an outstanding experience! This is a very important aspect!!
  • Send your friends and family to like our Facebook page and all the other vendors involved in this fun give-away!
  • These sessions will be photographed in April or May on a week day evening.
  • Your submission must include your full names, mailing address, emails and phone numbers.
  • We would also love to hear your ideas for your engagement session! Where it might take place, themes etc.
This contest will run until Friday February 10th and we will announce the winners on Valentines Day!
Links to all the fabulous vendors and what you will win for your engagement session experience:
  • Hair stylist – Sara Todd, she is the very best! We love her and so will you!
  • Make-up artist – Emily Hensley, talented in bringing out your natural beauty! She is fantastic!
  • Dickie Morris(owner of “just a little ditty…” and wedding planner extraordinaire) and I(Sasha) will help stylize your e-session and bring out the uniqueness of each couple!
Our contact info: Tim@rothwellphotography.com + Sasha@rothwellphotography.com and P.O. Box 222 Mt. Crawford, VA 22841
We cannot wait to hear from you + look forward to sharing the winning stories with all our readers!!
Tim + Sasha
Note: This must be used in the month of April/May 2012 so we can coordinate with all vendors. Unless all vendors agree otherwise. This is not transferable in any amount to anything other than this/these engagement session give-aways.
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Hey Guys!
If you’re looking for a special something for your sweetie (or your mom!) on Valentine’s Day…consider telling her you adore her with a handmade ditty bag! For those of you who don’t know… these these ditty bags are handmade from repurposed and vintage materials — no two are alike!
Take 10% off with the code dittylove, details are below (and attached).
Each order placed with this code will arrive wrapped — with a tag. All you have to do is sign it!
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]]> http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/2012/02/valentines-special-from-just-a-little-ditty/feed/ 0 Your favorite 2011 couple is … http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/2012/01/your-favorite-2011-couple-is/ http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/2012/01/your-favorite-2011-couple-is/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:47:18 +0000 Rothwell http://www.rothwellphotographyblog.com/blog/?p=11773 First, thank you to everyone who voted and made this a fun competition!!! We really appreciate everyone taking time to give love to all our fabulous 2011 couples!! But without further ado we would love to announce your favorites!!!

Fourth Place with 53 votes – Chance + Lauren

Third Place with 64 votes – Graham + Jackie

Second Place with 89 votes – Evan + Brittany

Drum roll please…

Coming in with 116 votes….

 The sidewalk art is an “annya – momma” original!  It will be on public display in our backyard until the next rain. :)

Thanks again for participating and stay tuned for the “love story” contest coming to the blog tomorrow!

Much love,

the rothwells

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Who will win – One of the 18 fabulous couples you see below!

What they will win – A 16×20 print of their favorite image + an engagement DVD slide show set to their love song!

How they win – You have to vote for them! In the comment section below please use a working email, full name, which couple you are voting for, why and how you know them(if you don’t know them, no worries you can still vote). Please honor the rules and only vote for one fabulous couple. If all the requirements listed are not met we will not count the vote. Please only vote for one couple!

Don’t forget to like our page on Facebook so you can find out who the winner is and hear the details of the next contest coming up next week for all engaged couples!! Just a heads up – start writing your love stories!

Voting begins tonight and ends Monday evening January 30th at 10:00pm. Have fun voting + thanks for making this fun for all the couples!!! ~ Tim + Sasha

#1 – Richard + Courtney

#2 David + Marissa

#3 Daniel + Carisa

#4 Matt + Jennifer

#5 Graham + Jackie

#6 Shawn + Ashley

#7 Tim + Lindsey

#8 Spencer + Jenna

#9 Tom + Mara

#10 Chance + Lauren

#11 Dave + Justine

#12 Evan + Bridgett

#13 Bobby + Allison

#14 Jason + Amber

#15 John + Kristy

#16 Brian + Mary

#17 Michael + Jessica

#18 Evan + Brittany

Thanks again for voting!!! Good luck to all our gorgeous and fantastic couples!!

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