Posting has been light the past few weeks and while I was going to say I’m sorry, I guess I’m really not! I’ve been enjoying a mellow season, a really giddy 4 1/2 year old and some really beautiful and peaceful christmas spirit that’s surrounding me and my family.

I have the winner of the “giving is awesome” giveaway, and let me say this woman deserves it! She’s a mother or two beautiful girls, both full of spirit. She works really, really hard both in the workplace and as a mom. I’ve actually know the winner for a long time and I’m so, so happy to be able to not only photograph her beautiful family, but to give her  something she would never give herself.

So, everyone – I wish you joy and peace and hope that your days are filled with laughter, friends and family this holiday season.

You know someone. 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. Whether it’s canvas or albums, prints for Grandma, or a beautiful custom storyboard, it’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a $200 print credit or a free photo setting. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be, people?

The rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services.

* The nominee must reside in Northern California. 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.

* You must e-mail me the full story : Michelle@Feileacan.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.

Please share this post far and wide…

With love,

Michelle Feileacan