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Be My Valentine, PG, 13+ Amateur Photography Contest!

C’mon! You know you want to join in. All those pictures you take of your sweetie have to be worth something right? Now’s your chance! Submit your one and only favorite (rated PG, 2Mb or less) to info@aimeelaine.com. More details below, including all those pesky rules and restrictions.

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Added by Aimee Bickers on January 15, 2010 at 4:58pm — No Comments

Kids Photo Contest Entries up for voting through January 10th!

More detail here ....

http://www.aimeelaine.com/photography/blog/?p=5735

or here ...

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=137947&id=88894593317&ref=mf

The kids need your vote! :)
Thanks!

Added by Aimee Bickers on January 1, 2010 at 1:53pm — No Comments

2nd Annual Charity Model Search Begins in January 2010

For Immediate Release

Media Contact :

Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

7201 S. Broadway #150

Littleton, CO 80122

www.sandypuctours.com

2nd Annual Charity Model Search Begins in January 2010

Registration has begun for the 2010 International Charity Model search to select North America's Cutest Family and to raise funds for the non-profit Now I Lay me Down to Sleep Foundation (NILMDTS.org). Last year's competition… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on December 14, 2009 at 11:58pm — No Comments

Cutest Family Model Search/Fundraiser begins today!

Pure Expressions Photography Participates in International Model Search

Apex, NC — September 16, 2009 – Local photographers, Aimee Bickers & Michelle Sanderson of Pure Expressions Photography, are participating in the 2010 International Charity Model Search to select North America’s Cutest Family and to raise funds for the non-profit Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation (NILMDTS.org). Last year’s competition featured 2,000 model’s images and raised $164,775 for… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on November 2, 2009 at 5:39pm — No Comments

Kids Holiday Photo Contest begins November 26th

Kids Holiday Photo Contest begins November 26th

Apex, NC - November 2, 2009 - Local photography studio, Pure Expressions Photography, will host a kids photography contest that includes prizes and display at the Halle Cultural Arts Center in Apex, North Carolina.

The photography contest is designed to encourage children to use technology to enhance their family experience. The Thanksgiving to Christmas timeline was selected to have children create their… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on November 2, 2009 at 5:13pm — No Comments

Halloween Photos-For-Canned Goods Exchange

Pure Expressions Photography to host its 2nd annual photos-for-canned goods exchange

Apex, NC – October 2, 2009 – Local photography studio, Pure Expressions Photography, will host its 2nd annual photos-for-canned goods food drive October 17, 2009 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Apex studio.

In exchange for ten (10) canned goods or items from the most needed list at Western Wake Crisis Ministries, Pure Expressions Photography will donate one 4×6 print — to be… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on October 2, 2009 at 5:22pm — No Comments

Project aims to send 10,000 free family portraits to deployed soldiers

Pure Expressions Photography is among the studios volunteering to help send a piece of home to soldiers abroad.

The PhotoImaging Manufacturers and Distributors Association (PMDA) along with Soldiers Angels, a grassroots volunteer organization, began the Portraits of Love Project, a volunteer effort aimed at sending family portraits to soldiers around the globe this holiday season.

Designed to help bring a piece of home to soldiers around the world, the project is utilizing… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on August 21, 2009 at 9:06pm — 1 Comment

Pure Expressions Photography joins Neighbor Helping Neighbor Campaign

ure Expressions Photography has joined the Neighbor Helping Neighbor campaign to support the Western Wake Crisis Ministry.

As the 2008 recipient of the Apex Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award and a well known contributor to community activities, it’s no surprise the studio has opted to help. In early 2009, they participated in the National Charity Model Search which raised over $165,000 nationwide — forty-eight children participated in Apex. In June, the studio ran a pet… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on August 21, 2009 at 9:04pm — No Comments

Free Fotos for Facebook Fridays

Not limited to just Facebook though!

Here is a list of locations and dates ... more information here ...

http://www.pureexpressionsphotography.com/blog/?page_id=4624

July 10, 2009 : Apex Chamber of Commerce

July 17, 2009 : SOCO Studio in Apex

July 24, 2009 : The Loop Pizza Grill in Cary

July 31, 2009 : My Girlfriend’s Closet in Apex

August 7, 2009 : Rita’s Ice in Morrisville

August 14, 2009 : Bruegger’s in… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on July 9, 2009 at 4:58pm — No Comments

A Summer Tradition ...

Feet discolored from dirt and grass, I stand. The sun shines overhead beating down on my shoulders. My pulse races in anticipation as I take one step forward. Only ten more to go.

The passing breeze does nothing to quell my body’s need for refreshment. It acts only as a reminder of the thickness of the air that surrounds me.

My pace quickens. My heart flutters. The glistening blue entices me to run. Faster.

Only five more steps.

The grass thins as… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on July 8, 2009 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

Camera 101 Photography Class June 17th!

You bought it, you might at well learn how to use it! Register now as the class will be limited to ten students.

June 17, 2009 from 11am - 1pm in our studio.

It’s the triple threat of photography : Aperture, Shutter and ISO. Understand them and your photos will go from fuzzy to … less fuzzy.

Call the studio to register. Pre-payment is required and refunds will only be given if cancelled spaces can be filled.

$39 covers two-hour… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on June 4, 2009 at 3:05pm — No Comments

Puppy dog tails and kitty cat smiles — that’s what little photos are made of.

Apex, NC — June 1, 2009 – In September 2008, Pure Expressions Photography was chosen to help Marley’s Cat Tales of Cary, NC create their annual Men of Marley’s Calendar and now, in June 2009, Marley’s has been chosen as the photography studio’s beneficiary of their Dogs Day of Summer pet portrait fundraiser.

Throughout the month of June, the photographers of Pure Expressions dedicate a portion of their time to photographing the family pet. “We go everywhere and see all… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on June 1, 2009 at 4:06pm — No Comments

Whimsically colorful dancer portraits hang in studio lobby

Pure Expressions Photography has created a portrait display as unique as the colors of the Academy for Performing Arts studio lobby.

Walk into the Academy for Performing Arts in Apex, NC and you'll see it's an eclectic mix of fun, dynamic color. Greens, blues, pinks and the red hair of their owner stand out among the chairs and tables, mirrors and televisions where parents watch their children as they dance. The missing element, until just this week, were portraits of… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on May 28, 2009 at 4:55pm — No Comments

Blue Jay Park is our June location!

Our Same as Studio day goes all month long this June! Get outside at Blue Jay Park in North Raleigh!

Session availability is limited as Michelle Sanderson will be your exclusive photographer!

The $79 session fee will include a Full session (one hour with up to eight people!). All sessions A La… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on May 19, 2009 at 5:56pm — No Comments

Dog Days of Summer is back this June!

s your family pet need an update? If so, June is YOUR month! Throughout June, we’re offering reduced session fees for on-location photography WITH your pet! Then, on June 19th and 20th, we’ll be fundraising for Marley’s Cat Tales!

On-location sessions WITH pets will be just $79 for our standard Full A La Carte session.

Support Marley’s… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on May 19, 2009 at 5:54pm — No Comments

May 20th : Free Photos for Facebook!

Free Photos for Facebook! At The Apex Business Expo

May 20, 2009 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Apex Community Center, 53 Hunter St. Apex, NC 27502

A three step process …

1. Become a fan of Pure Expressions Photography

2. Tell us when you’ll be stopping by

3. Fix your hair, touch up your makeup and show up!

What can I get?

One web-sized, square photo, selected by you, for your online profiles… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on April 23, 2009 at 1:31pm — 1 Comment

May 15th : Baby Blankie Day

Don’t let the Memories of childhood …. Fade away.
Baby Blankie Day!
A Mini Session for one child and their most precious tag along.
The dirtier and grungier the better (then you know it’s been loved!)
Friday, May 15, 2009

$29 A La Carte
(or $129 with one digital Image)

Added by Aimee Bickers on April 23, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Harmony Pilates Studio asks Pure Expressions Photography to create a display of movement themed images

Harmony Pilates Studio has asked the award winning photographers of Pure Expressions Photography of Apex, NC to create a display of movement themed images for their new studio opening this spring in downtown Apex.

Harmony Pilates Studio is a place of wellness and transformation. The new studio, to open this Spring in downtown Apex’s Salem Street Promenade Building, features wide open spaces, clean lines, contemporary decor and rich brick, creating a relaxing, calming… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on April 21, 2009 at 3:56pm — No Comments

Cary Chapel and Gardens to add the ultimate bridal portrait to its bridal suite

Cary Chapel and Gardens, located in Cary, North Carolina has asked the award-winning photographers of Pure Expressions Photography of Apex, North Carolina to create the ultimate bridal portrait for display in its bridal suite.

The Cary Chapel and Gardens incorporates a romantic Victorian style chapel with a glowing fireplace as well as an outdoor gazebo garden area for weddings. Since it’s opening in late 2008, the Chapel has created an atmosphere of romance, elegance and love for… Continue

Added by Aimee Bickers on April 14, 2009 at 5:40pm — No Comments

S.a.S. Day : Jordan Lake

Our “Same as Studio” day in April is April 24th at Jordan Lake. Session availability is ALL day and is either $59 for A La Carte sessions or $599 for the Artist’s Choice package. This is a great opportunity to save on the session fee or package fee for an outdoor session at Jordan Lake!