Wedding Photography Giveaway Hosted by Boone Photographer Wayfaring Wanderer

In celebration of the new Wayfaring Wanderer wedding photography website, I am giving away FREE wedding day photography to one awesome couple getting married in the Boone or Blowing Rock, NC area and beyond!

Sound too good to be true? Nope, this is really happening and you can get all of the juicy details on how to enter this giveaway at the bottom of this post.

Before entering, here are a few things you should know about this Boone photographer. I’m known for capturing the spirit of the folks I photograph—the expressions, gestures, and details that are outward expressions of our innermost selves. I love working with couples who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you love the wedding and engagement photos on my website, and you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to explore entering this contest for FREE wedding photography so we can connect!

THE DETAILS

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[GRAND  PRIZE]

Wayfaring Wanderer Photography is giving away a package valued at $3,000 and you get:

» 6 hours of wedding photography coverage by Wayfaring Wanderer + a trusted second shooter

» Online gallery filled with a minimum of 400 fully edited hi-res images from your wedding day

» 1-hour engagement session + 20 high-resolution digital downloads + online gallery

» Travel fees to be paid by the winning couple if outside of the Boone or Blowing Rock, NC area

[FIRST PRIZE]

Wayfaring Wanderer Photography is giving away a package valued at $1799 and you get:

» 90-minute Custom Engagement Adventure by Wayfaring Wanderer

» Online gallery filled with a minimum of 40 fully edited high-resolution images from your session

» ½ off a basic wedding package to use for your 2015 wedding ($1,200 savings)

» Travel fees to be paid by the winning couple if outside the Boone or Blowing Rock, NC area

[SECOND PRIZE]

Wayfaring Wanderer Photography is giving away a package valued at $699 and you get:

» 1-Hour Engagement Adventure by Wayfaring Wanderer

» Online gallery filled with a minimum of 20 fully edited high-resolution images from your session

» $299 wedding package credit to use for your 2015 wedding

» Travel fees to be paid by the winning couple if outside the Boone or Blowing Rock, NC area

TO ENTER

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Each of these items count as an entry and you can also earn extra entries each day. Numbers 1, 2, & 3 are ALL required in order to enter.

1.) Subscribe to the Weekly Wander (Max entry: 1)

2.) Visit my new wedding photography website and send me a message through my contact form with the following:

Your names and ages

your email address

 your wedding date

your phone number

your venue; etc. 

All of the fields require an answer in order to submit the form. In the “Tell me more” message area, please include a short blurb about your love story, what you like to do on the weekends as a couple, why I should choose you, and a statement that you’ve read ALL of the terms & conditions here on this blog post. (Max entry: 1)

3.) Share an image of you and your fiance on the Wayfaring Wanderer FB page along with a paragraph or two about the most epic adventure you and your fiance have gone on together! Use the hashtags #sharethewander & #wwweddinggiveaway in the caption with your description.
(Max entry: unlimited — one entry for every “like” the image receives)

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! VOTE HERE TO CHOOSE WHICH COUPLE WINS THE GRAND PRIZE!

ADDITIONAL ENTRIES 

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Each of these items count as an additional entry, and you can also earn extra entries each day. Not eligible until after steps 1-3 are completed.

4.) Follow Wayfaring Wanderer on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/wayfaringwanderer and share my giveaway post to your feed. (Max entry: daily—1 per day)

5.) Follow Wayfaring Wanderer on Instagram at http://instagram.com/wayfaringwanderer and regram the giveaway post. Be sure to tag @wayfaringwanderer and use the hashtags #sharethewander #wwweddinggiveaway so I can see them! Your page cannot be set to private or else this will not show up. (Max entry: daily—1 per day)

6.) Leave a comment on *this* blog post to let me know that you’ve done the above for tracking purposes.

ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JANUARY 10TH, 2015 @ MIDNIGHT (EST). Three finalists will be chosen by Wayfaring Wanderer and they must be available to chat during the week of Jan 11th-15th, 2015 to ensure that Wayfaring Wanderer will be the right fit for your wedding day!

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! VOTE HERE TO CHOOSE WHICH COUPLE WINS THE GRAND PRIZE!

The three couples that move on to become finalists will be selected by Wayfaring Wanderer and announced January 16th, 2015 in the Weekly Wander where they will have the opportunity to go on to WIN the Grand Prize!

The Grand Prize winner will be chosen by Wayfaring Wanderer based on the show of support from family and friends of the finalists. Voting for the final round will open on January 16th, 2015 and end on January 29th, 2015. The Grand Prize winner will be announced on January 30th, 2015 in the Weekly Wander. SUBSCRIBE HERE.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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» Submissions must be received by January 10th, 2015 at Midnight (EST). No late entries will be accepted.

» You must be 21 years or older to enter, and getting married before December 31st, 2015. This wedding photography contest is open to those who live in the Boone, NC area and beyond.

» By entering this contest, you agree to pay any applicable travel expenses for Wayfaring Wanderer + an assistant, if you are outside of the Boone or Blowing Rock, North Carolina area. Travel arrangements will be made by Wayfaring Wanderer and billed to the couple at-cost.

» If you have already BOOKED a wedding photographer for your big day you are NOT eligible. That includes couples who have already hired Wayfaring Wanderer.

» Your wedding day must be a date that Wayfaring Wanderer has available and is not already booked. A wedding date must be set upon entering this contest, or you must be able to set a date within 3 weeks of winning.

» WINNERS will be selected from three finalist by interview via telephone. Finalists must be available to chat during the week of Jan. 11th-15th. If you are unable to commit to a date/time during this time frame you will be disqualified. The three finalists will be chosen by Wayfaring Wanderer, and all decisions are FINAL.

» The three finalists that Wayfaring Wanderer selects will be notified by email at the address they provided and announced in the Weekly Wander on January 16th, 2015.

» The Grand Prize winner will be chosen by Wayfaring Wanderer based on the show of support from family and friends of the finalists. Voting for the final round will open on January 16th, 2015 and end on January 29th, 2015. The Grand Prize winner will be announced on January 30th, 2015 in the Weekly Wander.

» A contract must be signed and returned to Wayfaring Wanderer within 3 weeks of winning, along with any applicable travel expenses (if any) that will be used to secure reservations for the actual wedding day.

» If the winning couples cannot claim their prize for any reason within 3 weeks, they will be disqualified and the runners-up will be awarded the prize at the discretion of Wayfaring Wanderer.

» The winning couples also agree to be featured on the Wayfaring Wanderer website and blog, and also on any other publication that Wayfaring Wanderer would like to submit to for promotional purposes.

» This wedding giveaway prize is NOT transferable for cash. Prizes CANNOT  be sold, traded, transferred, or exchanged for cash or any other item or service.

» All federal, state, and local taxes, fees and surcharges are the responsibility of the prize winners.

» By participating in this wedding photography giveaway, you are agreeing to the terms set forth here in the terms and conditions.

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

{ Featured LINKS }

» Focusing on the Marriage and Not the Wedding
» Allyson + Younes' Destination Wedding at Westglow Mansion
» Leah + Chuck's Intimate Mountain Wedding at Banner Elk Winery
» Kari + Chad's Mountaintop Destination Wedding at Kilkelly's
» Alice's Adventures in Wonderland | Wedding Styled Shoot @ Camp Sky Ranch

Things I Love Holiday Giveaway Hosted by Boone NC Photographer Wayfaring Wanderer

I'm super excited about the launch of my new wedding photography website, so to celebrate I thought it would be fun to do a giveaway! If you haven't checked out my new online space, I invite you to visit and take a look around!

I've hosted a few family photography session giveaways over the last couple of months which have been great. It gave me the opportunity to photograph some awesome folks who are excited to use their new family photos for Christmas gifts this year. With that being said, I wanted to do something for the "friends of Wayfaring Wanderer" that don't necessarily live in the Boone, NC area.

To continue the spirit of giving, I am hosting a holiday giveaway that includes some of my favorite things. You know, because I want to be like Oprah. So, for the next week I'll be featuring four "Things I Love" that you will have a chance to WIN! 

All four of these items can make a great gift for you, or if you're feeling generous you could share the love and give it to someone else to brighten their day!

GIVEAWAY CLOSED! WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!

{ THINGS I LOVE HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY }

1. Alex and Ani Feather Charm Bangle / Bracelet ($28 value)
2. Leather Journal Hand-Printed by In Blue Handmade ($25 value)
3. Burt's Bees "Head to Toe Kit" ($24 value)
4. National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways & Byways ($25 Value)


1. Alex and Ani Feather Charm Bangle

I was walking through the mall one day on the hunt for sweater leggings when an advertisement in front of a fancy jewelry store caught my eye. On a whim, I decided to go in and check out the display they were promoting. Normally, this wouldn't be the type of store I would step foot in but something about this particular brand/product captured my attention. Immediately, I was draw to their Feather Charm Bangle in the Rafaellan Silver Finish. I asked the lady at the counter to pull one out for me to try on and once I did, I didn't want to take it off. Needless to say, it came home with me that day and I've been wearing it non-stop since then!

GIVEAWAY ITEM: (1) Alex and Ani Feather Charm Bangle [RETAIL VALUE: $28]

They have so many other symbols, too, and the bracelets are expandable so they'll fit wrists of all sizes. I have a few others I'd like to collect!


2. Leather Journal Hand-Printed by In Blue Handmade

One thing that I absolutely love and always have with me is a journal or notebook of some sort. It's pretty ridiculous how many empty books I have waiting to be used—I like to fill them up before starting a new one—yet I still buy them frequently. Something that I have been on the hunt for, though, is a leather-bound book that I could reuse and refill with empty pages. I was thrilled when I stumbled upon In Blue Handmade's booth at the LEAF Music Festival this past fall. Their booth had leather journals of all sizes and shapes printed with different quotes and graphics. Of course, I was drawn to the one that had a stamp of a compass and said, "Not all who wander are lost." They even hand stamped the spine with the initials WW to customize it for me.

GIVEAWAY ITEM: (1) Leather Journal by In Blue Handmade [RETAIL VALUE: $25]

They are also fairly local and happen to be located down the mountain in Asheville, NC—one of our favorite western NC cities! I also really appreciate how affordable their journals are.

3. Burt's Bees Head to Toe Kit

I didn't discover the Burt's Bees brand until I moved to the mountains of NC in 2005, but once I did the products became a staple in my care kit and have been ever since. This "Head to Toe Kit" has a little bit of everything but my favorite product is by far the beeswax lip balm! I carry a tube of this with me everywhere I go and it gets used daily. The hand salve is another product I love that will also come in handy this winter when dry hands become a challenge. Also included in the kit is Deep Cleansing Cream, Milk & Honey Body Lotion, Coconut Foot Cream, and Peppermint and Rosemary Body Wash. I keep a few of these items in my toiletry bag when I travel because they are the perfect size!

GIVEAWAY ITEM: (1) Burt's Bees "Head to Toe Kit" [RETAIL VALUE: $24]


4. National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways & Byways

We have one of these guides and it's a great way to pick your next road trip destination! This book shows you all of the best drives all over the United States and has lots of gorgeous landscape images that Nat Geo is known for. I like how it pinpoints activities you might want to check out along the way. I'm such a sucker for handy guidebooks with beautiful photos!

GIVEAWAY ITEM: (1) National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways & Byways 3rd Edition [RETAIL VALUE: $25]






{ TO ENTER }

To officially be entered to win ONE of the four items listed above, simply enter your email address (only one entry per email address will be accepted) and first and last name in the form below directly on this post between December 12th, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. EST and December 19th, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. EST. 

GIVEAWAY CLOSED! WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!

Once you have done so, comment on this post to let me know which item you want to win. If you are already subscribed to the Weekly Wander you are automatically entered! Comment on this post to let me know which prize you hope to win!

Extra entries can be obtained through following Wayfaring Wanderer Social Media pages: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. Whether you are already connected to these pages or you just followed, let me know in the comments of this blog post for tracking purposes. 

Wayfaring Wanderer "Things I Love" Holiday Giveaway

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{ TERMS & CONDITIONS }

» Giveaway ENDS on December 18th, 2014 at Midnight (EST). No late entries will be accepted.
» A winner will be announced on December 19th, 2014 in the Weekly Wander Newsletter.
» Winners have 24-hours to claim their prize and submit a mailing address before they forfeit.
» Open to Legal Residents (18 years of age or older) of the Continental US only. No P.O Boxes.
» Entries are ONLY accepted through the entry form on this post via Wayfaring Wanderer Blog.
» Prizes are NOT transferable for cash. Prizes are NOT negotiable, transferable, or exchangeable.
» The prizes will be awarded through random selection of those who entered. Decisions are FINAL.
» The giveaway commences on December 12th and closes December 19th, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. (EST).
» I cannot promise that you will receive these items in time for December 25th, 2014.
» Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ are in no way associated with this giveaway.
» Wayfaring Wanderer is the only promoter/sponsor of this giveaway and will not be held liable for any damages or claims concerning these products.
» By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone. I do not share or sell information. You will automatically be signed up for the Weekly Wander, a newsletter sent every Friday.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED! WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

{ Featured LINKS }

» Focusing on the Marriage and Not the Wedding
» Allyson + Younes' Destination Wedding at Westglow Mansion
» Leah + Chuck's Intimate Mountain Wedding at Banner Elk Winery
» Kari + Chad's Mountaintop Destination Wedding at Kilkelly's
» Alice's Adventures in Wonderland | Wedding Styled Shoot @ Camp Sky Ranch

Connell Family Adventure in Blowing Rock, NC | Maternity Photography | Boone NC Photographer

Ali & Stu have a tradition of escaping to the mountains of North Carolina every year after Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday season. They travel all the way from Jacksonville, FL (my hometown) to Blowing Rock, NC because it is one of their favorite places to getaway together.

Last year, I photographed them for their one-year anniversary and this year I had the honor of being their maternity photographer as they transition to becoming a family of three. I met up with the couple in downtown Blowing Rock again where we roamed around Main Street for the first half of their maternity photo session.

There's no better backdrop for photos than a place that you love to spend time when you're away from home on vacation. Working with adventurous families is something that I love, so it's a special treat when I have the opportunity to photograph a family while they are on an adventure in a place that they love!

This year, it was a whole lot warmer than the weather we experienced in December of 2013. There was zero snow lingering on the ground this time, but I'm not complaining because the weather we did have was incredible! Too bad I dressed all wrong for the temperature. I was burning up because I wore too many layers, although I was happy that we didn't have to deal with bitter cold and wind again.

The last half of our session took place at Bass Lake where the three of us took a leisurely stroll around the loop. I was surprised to learn that the couple had never been to this spot before during their annual trip to Blowing Rock, but I'm glad I got to take them on a new adventure to stretch their legs before the 7-hour car ride home.

It was a beautiful day for a walk in nature which, of course, made such a lovely setting for their outdoor maternity pictures. I'm pretty sure that in the pic below that Stu was whispering to Ali that he was DONE taking pictures. hehehe

CONGRATULATIONS to Ali & Stu! Y'all are just too cute together. You are going to be phenomenal parents and I am so happy about the adventures that are ahead for your growing family! You guys were such a blast to work with. Thank you so much for choosing me to be your family photographer again this year. It means the world to me that you entrust me to capture these precious memories.

In other news: I have LAUNCHED my new wedding photography website (http://www.wayfaringwanderer.com)! If you would like to see the transformation, I encourage you to visit the page AND also sign-up for the Weekly Wander to get notifications because I’m hosting some fun giveaways for the holidays over the next few weeks! Subscribe here » bit.ly/weekly-wander

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

{ Featured LINKS }

» 11 Tips for Taking Awesome Family Holiday Photos
» Snider Family Adventure on the Greenway Trail
» Johnson Family Adventure at the What Fir Tree Farm
» Hersey Family Reunion Adventure on Lake James, NC
» Scott Family Hiking Adventure on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Johnson Family Adventure at The What Fir Tree Farm | Family Holiday Photography Session WINNER | Boone, NC Photographer

"ROOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAR!" Harper belted out at the top of his lungs from the safety of his Daddy's arms. It was pretty comical because just a few seconds earlier we were playing the tickle game and he was giggling so hard, but once I got out of reach he just roared as ferociously as he could. I guess it was his way of releasing the frustrations he had with not being able to tickle me back! It was hilarious.

This headstrong 3-year old had me on my toes the entire time I was photographing their family. His favorite thing to do once we "let him loose" was barrel through the Christmas trees at top speed! He had so much energy that it was nearly impossible to keep him still for very long. Just imagine me (and my assistant) running around like mad trying to keep up! I guess that's what happens when we shoot after the kiddos nap. HA!

The Johnson Family were winners of the "Friend of WW Giveaway" that I did a couple weeks ago in appreciation for my online supporters. It was something I hosted for folks that connect with me through my newsletter and on social media. All she had to do was like, comment, share, just interact with my posts on Facebook, Instagram, etc. to be eligible. I think that people that support me throughout the year are awesome, so I wanted to bestow a reward upon someone that I noticed making an effort to stay connected. It was as simple as that.

I'll be hosting another "Friend of WW Giveaway" for the launch of my new wedding, engagement, and family photography website in time for Christmas, so I recommend you sign up to get notifications via email. You don't want to miss exclusive updates because I have some fun giveaways in store,  even something for those that don't live in the Boone area! (LINK)

Back to this fun-loving family holiday photo session. It was one-hour long and it took place at the What Fir Tree Farm here in Boone, NC on an unseasonably warm day in the midst of winter. It was about 60° and it was glorious! Don't get me wrong, I love shooting snowy family photos, too, but it was nice to experience such mild weather after freezing temperatures.

We threw a little bit of everything in during our adventure at the What Fir Tree Farm. It's one of my favorite locations to shoot at because it's such a lovely place, and has lots of different activities to keep kids busy (and happy!). Hiking and playing hide-and-seek among the trees wasn't the only thing we had fun doing. We also threw rocks in the pond and ran around with his doggie Diesel.

I'm so thankful that the exceptional folks that run the What Fir Tree Farm allow me to bring families out to make new memories. I love shooting outdoors in this wonderful place because it adds to the overall experience when you can smell pine heavy in the air and you get your boots muddy, that's what ADVENTURE is ALL ABOUT! You're willing to take a chance on unpredictable weather and moods because we can still capture raw and real and beautiful even if things don't go perfectly.

My goal with every family photography adventure is to simply capture the special connection that you share with your loved ones. That's it. There are no gimmicks or secrets to how I'm able to capture peoples spirits so genuinely. I'm just a stealth photo ninja that's there to take you on an adventure and ease the awkwardness of having your picture taken so that it's a lot less painful and a lot more awesome!

I'm so glad that I've had the opportunity to photograph the Johnson Family yet again. It's was Harper's 1st birthday when I last photographed them, so it was an honor to chronicle the growth of this merry family this holiday season. I had such a blast and I'm really looking forward to all of the families I will be photographing this coming weekend (Dec 6th & 7th) at the What Fir Tree Farm.

There are only two slots available on Sunday (Dec. 7th)! Short + Sweet Sessions are 20-minutes long, and you receive 10 high-resolution digital downloads, a 48-HR turnaround time so you can use them for easy gift giving, and all images are posted in an online gallery for viewing, ordering, and sharing for just $149 + tax. To book, call or text me at 828.773.8764 and I'll get you the details ASAP!

Time is running out if you would like to have me photograph your family this year! I'm closing up shop on December 15th and will not reopen until January 2015. I'll be taking the rest of this year off to recharge!

In other news: I will be launching my new website (http://www.wayfaringwanderer.com) this weekend! If you would like to see an early preview, I encourage you to sign-up for the Weekly Wander to get notifications so you don't miss any giveaways, promotions, or updates! Subscribe here » bit.ly/weekly-wander

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

{ Featured LINKS }

» 11 Tips for Taking Awesome Family Holiday Photos
» Snider Family Adventure on the Greenway Trail
» Pennington Family Adventure at Valle Crucis Park 
» Hersey Family Reunion Adventure on Lake James, NC
» Scott Family Hiking Adventure on the Blue Ridge Parkway