Teddy Bear Days for Joshua is a special session that we at HBP are doing to help this baby's family.  Born at just 26 weeks of gestation, this lil fighter is doing well at the hospital, and Tricare pays for it all.  But Mom and Dad need help; they have excess bills and everything that adds up when your baby is 2.5 hours away from you.

Here at HBP we love to offer themed portrait sessions, and here's your chance to try us out!  Simply call us at our NEW number 831-324-4175 to schedule your session for next week.  Oh, unless you call me while I'm in Anchorage from Wednesday to Monday, and for that you should call me at 907-575-2020. 

Here's the schedule that I've put together for next week to allow EVERYONE time to come in for this fantastic deal!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these extra-sweet crafts and treats!

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Happy Testing!

This fine family of four found me because I'd given out candy with little ads at Halloween this past year.  Funny story, because they had just moved from Fairbanks, AK, and of course, we'd just moved from Anchorage, AK.  They weren't sure if they'd found me in Fairbanks or here.  This created some confusion for the family and apparently my ad almost got thrown out a couple of times.  Note to self:  I really need a local phone number for the studio.

Beautiful couple!

Late afternoon in the park!  These kids were high energy, but we caught them smiling! 

I recently donated some gift cards to Marshall Elementary's recent fundraiser night.  That evening I received a VERY excited phone call from this mom saying she'd won it and if she could schedule right away.  I know that most people are excited to win things, and my clients love my work and all, but she was really excited about having won it. :D

I photographed her and her family this past weekend, and may I say that these boys are probably the most well behaved boys in these age groups, together, that I've possibly ever worked with!  I was astounded by how quickly we went through the first 6 images and so I knew that we would be able to get a LOT more images than what I'm able to guarantee in a half hour.

I believe the sessions that bring me the most delight are the 3-generation sessions.  I love photographing the babies with the grandparents; I'm not sure who being in them more, the grandchildren or the grandparents.  Having a 3-generation session is an heirloom, meant to be passed down from generation to generation, to be loved and to reminisce about that exact moment in time.  I know I cherish portraits of my ancestors; what a lovely way to remember grandparents or even great-grandparents for future generations.

This military family really timed their session right:  Grandma and Grandpa came for a visit, and Mom said she wanted more family portraits done.  HBP to the rescue!  If you are a military family, I have a very special dealio for you!  For only $199, you get a one hour session at either a Misty Cypress location or a Beachcombers' Adventure location, PLUS 7 of your favorite images in a large format on disk.  For only $199!  No purchase requirement needed! Just simply show your ID and the rest is easy!

Hi, if you received a pencil or candy with this special on it, you can take advantage of our GREAT special!  Do a Beachcomber's Adventure session OR a Misty Cypress session, PLUS a Santa Baby session, for ONLY $99 and you also receive a set of 25 holiday cards and a beautiful 11x14 portrait.  Please call 907-575-2020 for details!

If you received candy or a pencil from Honey Bee Photography and are responding to the QR code with your smart phone, Congratulations!!!

You get $20 off ANY session fee and an additional 10% off ALL purchases.  This expires on 12/31/11.