LOVE the tongue!
Who you callin' chicken?
Brave cats!
You thought I was kidding about the rat?
and the clowns?
See more cute pups in the gallery.
Congrats to Lizeth R and her pet Max who were the winners of my drawing!
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Showing posts with label giving. Show all posts
Monday, February 16, 2009
SCPA of Orlando's Paws in the Park fundraising walk at Lake Eola
The day started out dreary and gray, but the sun quickly broke through and the pups (and humans) were all smiles at the SPCA's Paws in the Park walk Saturday at Lake Eola. There were tons of great vendors, costume contests, pet trick contests and dogs of all shapes and sizes (I wanted to take each and every one of them home with me)! Here are a few of my favorites from the day!
LOVE the tongue!
Who you callin' chicken?
Brave cats!
You thought I was kidding about the rat?
and the clowns?
See more cute pups in the gallery.
Congrats to Lizeth R and her pet Max who were the winners of my drawing!
LOVE the tongue!
Who you callin' chicken?
Brave cats!
You thought I was kidding about the rat?
and the clowns?
See more cute pups in the gallery.
Congrats to Lizeth R and her pet Max who were the winners of my drawing!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
OpLove Reunited: Bianca's session at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida
I'm sloooooly getting caught up on my "to blog" folder. This was actually a session that I couldn't blog until just recently because it was a surprise! Bianca's boyfriend, Matt, is deployed and before the holidays we did an OpLove session for him. He only recently received the photos as an anniversary gift, so now I can share the shots! Matt's coming home soon, so keep an eye out for shots from his homecoming session!
Sunday, February 1, 2009
February 14, 2009 the SPCA of Central Florida's Annual Paws in the Park Fundraising Walk
Show your love of animals this Valentine's Day! I'll be there shooting the event and I'll also have a vendor table. Click here for more details.
Friday, December 26, 2008
OpLove: Ben's Homecoming
I had the honor of photographing a very special holiday homecoming today. After being deployed for 8 months, Ben was finally home to see his wife of nearly two years, Ashley. Thanks to you both, and to your family, for allowing me to be a part of this special moment. It was an emotional reunion - Ashley could barely contain herself and ran past security, who were quite displeased to say the least! Get out your hankies and click play.
Normal business hours will resume January 5, but in the meantime, Happy Holidays!
Normal business hours will resume January 5, but in the meantime, Happy Holidays!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Giving is Awesome: And the winner is...
It was so, SO hard to choose a winner, but I'm pleased to share this very touching story send it by Ashley C. with you.
I would love to nominate my parents... they have been through so much together and have been married for 26 years and have always been there for me. About a year and a half ago my mom got really sick. It hit all of a sudden, out of no where. She couldn't remember who everyone was, where she was, and what is going on. I would call her on the phone and talk to her, and most of the time she didn't even know who I was and what we talked about. She would say things that didn't make sense, and whenever she stood up, she got really dizzy . It took the doctors about 5 months to figure out what was going on. They told us she was having silent seizures in her brain, and it was a side effect from one of her medications that she has been taking for years. We don't know what triggered it, but thankfully they figured out what it was. Those 5 months were some of the roughest times. It was about 5 or 6 months after my husband and I got married and moved away, and at that time she only had my dad there to help her with everything. He was trying so hard to take care of my mom, taking her to the doctors, trying to figure out what was wrong with her, and while he was doing that, he was stressed with work. At the time, my husband and I were living paycheck to paycheck, i was working a fast food job, and to this day I am kicking myself for not being able to fly down and help. When my dad finally called me and told me that they finally found out what was wrong, I was so thankful and happy that this wass over! That was one of the longest 5 months my family has ever been through.
My dad works so hard for his job and a lot of the time they don't even like to pay him over time... In the past three months he worked a total of 123 unpaid hours, 323 overtime hours! When he came home one night and he told me that one of the people he works with only worked 6 overtime hours, I was in shock! He works to hard and I worry about him. Every day he gets up at 5 am and goes to the gym for an hour, then showers there, and then leaves for work about 645 and most of the time works until 9-10 pm. He works Monday-Saturday EVERY week. When he comes home, he tries to eat before falling asleep. There have been a few times where he has fallen asleep while eating his food. It makes me want to cry when I see him like that.
This deployment [Ashley's husband] has been also hard on me and everyone in my family. My mother flew down in April to be there for me and help me with my husbands deployment. She helped me move across country from El Paso, TX to Kissimmee, FL. Along the way, we came across some hard times with my truck acting up, and not having the money to fix it, having my truck being broken in to and having some of the most precious items stolen from me, and also moving my sister from Huntsville, AL back to Kissimmee, FL. When my truck broke down, I didn't have the money for fixing it. I was upset and scared because I didn't know how I was gonna get it fixed. My parents told me not to worry, that they would help me. I am currently still paying them back for my truck. Having my husband be thousands of miles away in a dangerous place, and not knowing what is going on or having any way to reach him in case of an emergency is horrible. Also having him worry about my mom and I traveling cross country with our 2 dogs, was very stressful for him. I didn't want him to have any distractions away from his work.
Recently, my mom has been very sick. We have taken her in to do tests, and they can't figure out whats wrong with her. They think its her gallbladder, but they don't see anything that would be aggravating it. She just wants to sleep all day, her side hurts her so bad that she cries, and its so hard to be strong when I see my mom like that. My dad is ALWAYS there for her, and it hurts him so much to see her upset and sick..
This is why I would love to nominate my parents, Kurt and Peggy M. They have been through so much and I think they deserve it. They haven't had a photoshoot in about 15 years. I would love to give them this very special gift to tell them how much I love them and how thankful I am to have them in my life.
Thank you so much for reading and listening to my reasons on why I think my parents deserve it!
Thank You,
Ashley C
Congrats Ashley, Kurt and Peggy! Kurt & Peggy will receive a complimentary photo shoot, a 10 page 8x8 album, and their digital files. For nominating them, Ashley will receive a complimentary photo shoot and a $100 print credit!
I'm so looking forward to photographing both sessions. It's a small thing that I can give, considering all you've been through, but I hope that the images I create will hold a special place in your heart.
I'm off to celebrate Christmas Eve with my family. Check back after the first of the year for the 2008 year in review slideshow!
xoxo,
Lori
I would love to nominate my parents... they have been through so much together and have been married for 26 years and have always been there for me. About a year and a half ago my mom got really sick. It hit all of a sudden, out of no where. She couldn't remember who everyone was, where she was, and what is going on. I would call her on the phone and talk to her, and most of the time she didn't even know who I was and what we talked about. She would say things that didn't make sense, and whenever she stood up, she got really dizzy . It took the doctors about 5 months to figure out what was going on. They told us she was having silent seizures in her brain, and it was a side effect from one of her medications that she has been taking for years. We don't know what triggered it, but thankfully they figured out what it was. Those 5 months were some of the roughest times. It was about 5 or 6 months after my husband and I got married and moved away, and at that time she only had my dad there to help her with everything. He was trying so hard to take care of my mom, taking her to the doctors, trying to figure out what was wrong with her, and while he was doing that, he was stressed with work. At the time, my husband and I were living paycheck to paycheck, i was working a fast food job, and to this day I am kicking myself for not being able to fly down and help. When my dad finally called me and told me that they finally found out what was wrong, I was so thankful and happy that this wass over! That was one of the longest 5 months my family has ever been through.
My dad works so hard for his job and a lot of the time they don't even like to pay him over time... In the past three months he worked a total of 123 unpaid hours, 323 overtime hours! When he came home one night and he told me that one of the people he works with only worked 6 overtime hours, I was in shock! He works to hard and I worry about him. Every day he gets up at 5 am and goes to the gym for an hour, then showers there, and then leaves for work about 645 and most of the time works until 9-10 pm. He works Monday-Saturday EVERY week. When he comes home, he tries to eat before falling asleep. There have been a few times where he has fallen asleep while eating his food. It makes me want to cry when I see him like that.
This deployment [Ashley's husband] has been also hard on me and everyone in my family. My mother flew down in April to be there for me and help me with my husbands deployment. She helped me move across country from El Paso, TX to Kissimmee, FL. Along the way, we came across some hard times with my truck acting up, and not having the money to fix it, having my truck being broken in to and having some of the most precious items stolen from me, and also moving my sister from Huntsville, AL back to Kissimmee, FL. When my truck broke down, I didn't have the money for fixing it. I was upset and scared because I didn't know how I was gonna get it fixed. My parents told me not to worry, that they would help me. I am currently still paying them back for my truck. Having my husband be thousands of miles away in a dangerous place, and not knowing what is going on or having any way to reach him in case of an emergency is horrible. Also having him worry about my mom and I traveling cross country with our 2 dogs, was very stressful for him. I didn't want him to have any distractions away from his work.
Recently, my mom has been very sick. We have taken her in to do tests, and they can't figure out whats wrong with her. They think its her gallbladder, but they don't see anything that would be aggravating it. She just wants to sleep all day, her side hurts her so bad that she cries, and its so hard to be strong when I see my mom like that. My dad is ALWAYS there for her, and it hurts him so much to see her upset and sick..
This is why I would love to nominate my parents, Kurt and Peggy M. They have been through so much and I think they deserve it. They haven't had a photoshoot in about 15 years. I would love to give them this very special gift to tell them how much I love them and how thankful I am to have them in my life.
Thank you so much for reading and listening to my reasons on why I think my parents deserve it!
Thank You,
Ashley C
Congrats Ashley, Kurt and Peggy! Kurt & Peggy will receive a complimentary photo shoot, a 10 page 8x8 album, and their digital files. For nominating them, Ashley will receive a complimentary photo shoot and a $100 print credit!
I'm so looking forward to photographing both sessions. It's a small thing that I can give, considering all you've been through, but I hope that the images I create will hold a special place in your heart.
I'm off to celebrate Christmas Eve with my family. Check back after the first of the year for the 2008 year in review slideshow!
xoxo,
Lori
Monday, December 22, 2008
Giving is Awesome - deadline is near!
Just a reminder that the Giving is Awesome deadline is near! Entries are due by Christmas Eve, so nominate someone today!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Giving is Awesome
Photographers are great people. And I'm not saying this because I'm a photographer. I'm saying this because a group of photographers has banded together to make the holiday seasons of many deserving families just a little bit brighter!
Giving is Awesome is a group of photographers nationwide that are giving the gift of memories to deserving families. I'm so proud to be a part of this holiday mission!
Where do you come in? 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 -- $1000 worth, to be exact. The winner will receive a portrait session, a 10 page 8x8 inch album and their high resolution digital images. It's in your power to give them the gift of lasting memories!
Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a complimentary portrait session of their own and a $100 print credit. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be?
The rules:
* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home in Paris does not qualify as sincere financial need.)
* The nominee must reside in Florida. 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. {If you wish to nominate someone who's not in Florida, check out Giving is Awesome for participating photographers around the country!}
* You must e-mail me the full story : lb@loribarbelyphotography.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.
Giving is Awesome is a group of photographers nationwide that are giving the gift of memories to deserving families. I'm so proud to be a part of this holiday mission!
Where do you come in? 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 -- $1000 worth, to be exact. The winner will receive a portrait session, a 10 page 8x8 inch album and their high resolution digital images. It's in your power to give them the gift of lasting memories!
Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a complimentary portrait session of their own and a $100 print credit. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be?
The rules:
* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home in Paris does not qualify as sincere financial need.)
* The nominee must reside in Florida. 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. {If you wish to nominate someone who's not in Florida, check out Giving is Awesome for participating photographers around the country!}
* You must e-mail me the full story : lb@loribarbelyphotography.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.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
So cute, it should be illegal
I'm in the process of editing images from last night's holiday parade in Sanford and this little cutie just made my heart melt!
I was there taking shots for the folks at Seminole County Animal Services & Paw Partners, who had a float in the parade.
More images - with plenty of other adorable pups! - from the event coming soon!
I was there taking shots for the folks at Seminole County Animal Services & Paw Partners, who had a float in the parade.
More images - with plenty of other adorable pups! - from the event coming soon!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
November 22 - Soft and Waggy Tails and Hawgs n' Dogs!
Swing by Seminole Harley on Saturday November 22 for Soft and Waggy Tails and Hawgs n' Dogs! From 10am - 3pm Seminole Harley teams up with Seminole County Animal Services to promote awareness and raise funds for the adoption of animals. There will be some fantastic vendors and an awesome pet fashion show! Come check it out! And, if you're feeling saucy while you're there, it's also a Harley Demo Day, so take a test ride!
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Guess who I saw today?
Yep, Santa! He took a few hours out of his super busy schedule to swing by Embarq's first annual Canine Cancer Awareness Pet Fair today at Doctor's Dog Park in Apopka. We sold plenty of adorable pet photos, like this one, with the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. Thanks to Embarq for a fantastic event and for the volunteers that handled the on-site printing for me!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Get your pet's photo taken with Santa!
For a small donation to the American Cancer Society, you can get your pet's photo taken with Santa at the Canine Cancer Awareness Fair! I'll be there snapping away for this great cause. Other events include a pet costume contest, vendor booths, and a veterinarian discussion on the warning signs of cancer.
Saturday November 8, 2008 from 10am-1pm at the Doctor's Dog Park, 21 N Highland Ave, Apopka. Admission is free and dogs must be leashed!
Saturday November 8, 2008 from 10am-1pm at the Doctor's Dog Park, 21 N Highland Ave, Apopka. Admission is free and dogs must be leashed!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
OpLove - the D family
I had entirely too much fun photographing the D family recently! Dad Jeremy is in the army and will be deploying next month, so when mom Rachel called me to schedule an OpLove session I was only too happy to oblige! If you're not familiar with OpLove, it's a great non-profit organization that provides free photo sessions to military families who have a member deploying.
Sweet light and so cute - one of my favorites!
Little Ms. M
Mr. M was a bundle of energy!
We did the session at the beautiful Blue Spring State Park. I'd never been there before and can't wait to go back in the winter and see the manatees!
Thanks so much for a fun session you guys and Jeremy, thanks so much for all that you do for our country!
Sweet light and so cute - one of my favorites!
Little Ms. M
Mr. M was a bundle of energy!
We did the session at the beautiful Blue Spring State Park. I'd never been there before and can't wait to go back in the winter and see the manatees!
Thanks so much for a fun session you guys and Jeremy, thanks so much for all that you do for our country!
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Wiggle Waggle Walk Photos
Oh my goodness, how much fun was this year's Wiggle Waggle Walk? All the dogs (and one cat!) are so cute it's hard not to put the camera down and just love on them all! There were over 40 fantastic vendors there with everything from organic pet food to dog fashions to a caricature artist! I'm not sure how the judges picked the winners of the costume contest - I never would have been able to choose just one for each category!
Here's a small sampling of images from the day, to see more visit the gallery.
Jenny, the token cat of the day!
Didn't this guy realize he was in Gator country?
This little cutie was "security" at the judge's table!
Even the humans got into the act!
I think that using Jedi mind tricks on the judges gives an unfair advantage in the costume contest! Haha!
The lovely Sassy of Sassy's Pet Paradise.
Busted playing paw-parazzi!
And the actual walk which was kicked off by WFTV Channel 9 / TV 27 meteorologist Tom Terry
Too cute for words!
Yup, his name was Oscar! I love it!
I'm not sure how much money was raised in total - I know one group raised nearly $47,000! - but kudos to all who came out and raised money for such a worthwhile cause!
Here's a small sampling of images from the day, to see more visit the gallery.
Jenny, the token cat of the day!
Didn't this guy realize he was in Gator country?
This little cutie was "security" at the judge's table!
Even the humans got into the act!
I think that using Jedi mind tricks on the judges gives an unfair advantage in the costume contest! Haha!
The lovely Sassy of Sassy's Pet Paradise.
Busted playing paw-parazzi!
And the actual walk which was kicked off by WFTV Channel 9 / TV 27 meteorologist Tom Terry
Too cute for words!
Yup, his name was Oscar! I love it!
I'm not sure how much money was raised in total - I know one group raised nearly $47,000! - but kudos to all who came out and raised money for such a worthwhile cause!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Wiggle Waggle Walk
I'm shooting the Wiggle Waggle Walk 2008 for the SPCA on Saturday. Grab your four-legged friend and come out and support a great cause!
Check back for a sneak peek either tomorrow night or Sunday morning!
Check back for a sneak peek either tomorrow night or Sunday morning!
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Holiday mini-sessions for charity
With the holiday season fast approaching, I wanted to do something to benefit my clients and the community. With that in mind, I offer you holiday mini-sessions! On one day only - November 1, 2008* - I'll be offering 30 minute on location mini-sessions for the discounted rate of $100 PLUS two cans or boxes of food to be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.
Proofs will be online no later than November 15. The last day to order holiday cards is November 24 and the last day to order prints for the holidays is December 1, 2008.
All sessions will take place in Downtown Winter Park. No wardrobe changes will be permitted due to the limited nature of these sessions.
Spaces is limited, call me at 407.401.9120 or email me to book now!
No prints, print credit, or digital files are included in this session fee. Prints may be purchased at my standard a la carte prices.
*Raindate is November 2, 2008
TERMS:
1. Please be courteous and call 24 hours prior to session date, if canceling your session.
2. DON’T BE LATE! Sessions will begin and end at the scheduled time in order to accommodate all clients. Please be courteous and be prompt.
3. You will receive an on-line gallery by November 15 from which to order your prints. Please keep in mind the holiday deadlines of November 24 for holiday cards and December 1 for prints.
4. Lori Barbely Photography stores images for one year. You may repost your gallery anytime within that time frame for $25.
5. Due to the nature of the product, there are NO refunds.
6. A $25 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your session. Payment in full is due via cash/check at your session.
Proofs will be online no later than November 15. The last day to order holiday cards is November 24 and the last day to order prints for the holidays is December 1, 2008.
All sessions will take place in Downtown Winter Park. No wardrobe changes will be permitted due to the limited nature of these sessions.
Spaces is limited, call me at 407.401.9120 or email me to book now!
No prints, print credit, or digital files are included in this session fee. Prints may be purchased at my standard a la carte prices.
*Raindate is November 2, 2008
TERMS:
1. Please be courteous and call 24 hours prior to session date, if canceling your session.
2. DON’T BE LATE! Sessions will begin and end at the scheduled time in order to accommodate all clients. Please be courteous and be prompt.
3. You will receive an on-line gallery by November 15 from which to order your prints. Please keep in mind the holiday deadlines of November 24 for holiday cards and December 1 for prints.
4. Lori Barbely Photography stores images for one year. You may repost your gallery anytime within that time frame for $25.
5. Due to the nature of the product, there are NO refunds.
6. A $25 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your session. Payment in full is due via cash/check at your session.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Pet Portrait Mini-Sessions
Mark your calendar! On Sunday, June 15, 2008 we here at Lori Barbely Photography celebrate our (and your) love for animals!
The who: You, your pet*, and Lori Barbely Photography
The what: a 30-minute on-location mini-portrait session with your pet, an online proof gallery, and an 8x10 print of your choice
The where: downtown Winter Park (these are on-location sessions only, no studio sessions are available for this promotion)
The how much?: Only $75 (plus tax) but Lori Barbely Photography will make a $10 donation to the Orlando SPCA for each session booked!
Great images and a good cause! Space is limited and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis, so email Lori now to reserve your session.
*Since many of you have inquired - sessions can be of your pet alone, you with your pet, your family with your pet, or even just your family sans pet. We'll still make a donation to the SPCA on your behalf!
The who: You, your pet*, and Lori Barbely Photography
The what: a 30-minute on-location mini-portrait session with your pet, an online proof gallery, and an 8x10 print of your choice
The where: downtown Winter Park (these are on-location sessions only, no studio sessions are available for this promotion)
The how much?: Only $75 (plus tax) but Lori Barbely Photography will make a $10 donation to the Orlando SPCA for each session booked!
Great images and a good cause! Space is limited and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis, so email Lori now to reserve your session.
*Since many of you have inquired - sessions can be of your pet alone, you with your pet, your family with your pet, or even just your family sans pet. We'll still make a donation to the SPCA on your behalf!
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Buy a wedding dress, make a difference!
On March 14 & 15, 2008, Brides Against Breast Cancer is having their Orlando Charity Wedding Gown Sale. Buy a dress at the sale and 100% of the purchase proceeds help grant final wishes of terminal breast cancer patients. If you're a past bride and not sure what to do with your gown, why not donate it and make a difference? For those of you that don't know, this is a cause that is near to my heart because my grandmother passed away from breast cancer related complications.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Think Pink!
I'm 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. This is a cause that's near and dear to my heart as my grandmother passed away from breast cancer related complications back in 1993.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. Any individual that has been diagnosed with breast cancer or completed treatment within the past 12 months qualifies for a Think Pink session. There is no cost or obligation to the breast cancer patient.
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.
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.
I am very proud to be one of the first photographers with Think Pink Photography, and am eager to get the word out about this amazing program. For more information, you can contact me, or you can visit the Think Pink Photography website.
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