DEADLINE TO ENTER EXTENDED! In the spirit of this time of year, when so many couples decide to commit, I've created a contest challenging recently engaged couples to come up with the most unique and creative "theme" for an engagement photo session. I will award a complementary shoot to the couple who presents the best idea.

Deadline to enter is April 1, 2012! If you or someone you know has recently decided to tie the knot - and would like to have some engagement photos taken - I'd love to hear about how we could make it special.

********************************* Below are links to four sites that feature information about engagement sessions as well as some amazing images. This is only a small sampling of helpful info on the Web about this topic. I encourage all contestants to think about what is important or unique to each of you individually — and as a couple — as you contemplate your theme.

  • http://thaoski.com/2011/07/07/free-download-the-7-biggest-mistakes-couples-make-with-their-engagement-photography/
  • http://greenweddingshoes.com/hong-kong-engagement-photos/
  • http://sixsixtystudios.com/engagement-photography/amy_vikan/
  • http://hupchallenge.hubpages.com/hub/How-To-Take-Unique-And-Creative-Engagement-Photos

********************************* Entering the contest is simple! There are TWO REALLY EASY WAYS... 1. Email me. Respond to this email or have your friend or family member contact me here: lr [at] laurierhodes.com 2. Simply post to my Facebook wall. With just a few words, participants should indicate their interest (for example, "I want to participate in the contest") without going into any of the specifics of the concept. I will follow-up with each person to discuss the idea in detail. Winners will be announced April 2, 2012. The photography session will be scheduled sometime in the warmer part of the Spring. ********************************* Winners will be chosen by a Laurie Rhodes and her team. The decision is final and may not be appealed. If winners are unreachable, or if an inability to meet the conditions outlined above are demonstrated, the prize will be deemed forfeited, and alternate winners will be selected. Winners agree to sign a release that will allow Laurie Rhodes Photography to use for her own publicity purposes. Any additional expenses for the prospective shoot, such as props or venue rentals, to be covered by the winners.