the winner is....

One morning...I was writing (Artist Way writing...just anything that comes to mind) and the idea of a workshop for teens came to my mind...and as I kept writing these thoughts I knew how I would spend my summer.  I had a vision of teens excited to learn...and partners thrilled to share.  I knew that together we could change each other's lives.  I know this sounds a little bit dramatic...but it is true :)

The challenge for us is that the age range is narrow.  And my Instagram feed did not have the power to reach as many people as we wanted to get the information to.  That's when I decided to have a photo session giveaway.  A week and a half ago, when I had organized the details and posted it on my blog I wondered...what if I offer this giveaway and no one enters!  Can you imagine!?  Anyway,  I held my breath...hit publish...and crossed my fingers!

You came through for me!   You shared this idea and this workshop and I feel SO GRATEFUL.  We hoped to have 12 to 15 in each class.  We, as of this morning, have 13 in June's workshop and 8 in July!  As I saw each person---share our workshop photo on IG and FB my heart leapt!  As I saw each registration come through I became more and more excited for the summer!  The new problem I was facing is that I wanted to give a photo session to every single person who entered!  I was SO nervous for the drawing this morning!

To prepare- last night I typed every name of anyone who shared the workshop photo and tagged me in that.  I doubled their entries if they or a family member had registered.  I printed them out and cut them into strips. I folded them uniformly and left them on my desk.  When I woke up this morning.  I checked for new entries.  Printed and cut one more and then waited for one of my kids to come to the kitchen dressed for school.  Ellie and Kate were there and I asked if they would draw the name for my give-away!  Ellie rushed next to me ready to draw!

She pulled out a name-

EMI EDGLEY!!!

Then Kate asked if she could draw one---we were having so much fun!

We couldn't stop with one...

JAMIE SAMPSON!!!

CONGRATULATIONS EMI + JAMIE!!!

I truly didn't want to stop there.  I wanted to photograph you all...so I have a gift for those that entered this contest (shared our workshop photo and tagged me).  I have the list and will be keeping it through the year (2014).  If you entered I will give you $50 off a session fee with me this year.  There is obviously no obligation to use this---I just really want to say THANK YOU and as your names came up I truly wanted to photograph every single one of you.  xo

GIVEAWAY

We would LOVE to have you spread the word about this workshop for teens!
As a thank you...we will enter you in a drawing for a family photo session with Carin Davis Photography.

what you will win:  a family (immediate family only) photo session with 30 digital images with copyright release!  This cannot replace any currently scheduled (booked) photo session.  Must be used 2014 calendar year.  Can be gifted!

where:  This photo session will be located in SL, UT or Davis Counties.  Could be located in SO CA on 10/17/2014 or Cannon Beach, OR on 07/08/2014 or Chicago, IL on 07/21/14

how to enter:  share the above image on Instagram and/or Facebook and follow+tag- carindavis (Instagram) or Carin Davis (Facebook).  Each post counts as one entry.  (Facebook+IG=2 entries) Only one post per site/per person.  When I see your post I will comment...so that you know I have seen your entry!  Your entries will double if you/or your teen register for the workshop!

when:  the giveaway begins today (April 3rd)...until midnight on April 10th!

eligibility:  Unless you are a presenter in any part of this workshop...you are eligible!

This summer workshop will be an introduction to building creativity through digital photography.  We will focus on self expression, composition, light usage, self portraits and even still life.  This experience is designed to help teens discover more varied ways to express their creative nature through photography while encouraging them to tell their story--- capturing a moment, an emotion, a mood.  The objective for this workshop will be to teach teenagers how to use their creative eye as well as their cameras (any camera! SLR, point+shoot, even your camera phone!) to effectively capture the most beautiful image.  If this interests you....

STEP ONE

Mark May 2nd, 2014 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. on your calendar!  This will be our DAY ONE EVENT!  Attendees from all three of our summer workshops!!!) will gather for this special occasion at a lovely residence in the foothills of Bountiful, UT!  We hope to inspire you with a wonderful presentation from Mikelle Stringham of Mondo Fine Art and the founder of the Mondo Art Project.  We are thrilled to have her join us for this special evening.  Her keynote address will focus on telling your story through creativity.   There will be musical entertainment by our special friend Shawn Stringham.  We will also give you assignments (a.k.a. homework) to help prepare you for your workshop day!  Come hungry...a light dinner will be served!

STEP TWO

Choose one of the following workshop dates:

June 14th (Saturday)

July 15th  (Tuesday)

We will meet from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The location will be on Bountiful's east bench.

STEP THREE
***early registration fee is $130***
early registration is available until midnight on April 7, 2014

Regular tuition for this event will be $175 per person.
You must be 13 to 18 years of age.
REGISTER HERE
The spots will be filled first come first serve.
Once your registration is complete we will send you the details of these events.
Your registration will include your DAY ONE EVENT on Friday May 2nd and one of the three workshop dates.

We look forward to seeing you this summer!!!!!