{It's Beach Time}...Seattle Family Photographer

I absolutely LOVE this time of year...time to kick off the shoes and hit the beach for some FUN family portraits RSutherland Photography style.

Here are some of my favorites from some recent sessions and a little taste of a RSutherland Photography Beach Session....

FUN, fun and more FUN! 

KISSES...PDA (Public Display of Affection) is never frowned upon.  Your "wedding kiss" should not be the only portrait you have kissing your spouse.

Acrobatics are a MUST!!!

Parents you even get a little workout in, while having FUN with your child.

Playing in the sand is highly encouraged.

You may get a little wet...but TOTALLY worth it!

RSutherland Photography specializes in newborn, maternity, family baby, and child photography in Seattle and surrounding areas including but not limited to Bellevue, Mercer Island, Issaquah, Redmond, Kirkland, Snoqualmie and Sammamish.

Week 2: "Mother's of All Giveaways"

The second basket of goodies in the Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach/ RSutherland Photography "Mother of All Giveaways" is the  "Pampered Mama"  Basket!  This basket includes:
  * TWO Laser Hair Removal Packages of 4 treatments and a Latisse Kit from Dr. Joanne Lopes of the Cosmetic Surgery Center:  As a lucky giveaway winner, you will be getting 2 sessions of four laser hair-removal sessions at the Cosmetic Surgery Center (up to a $600 value). Shaving, waxing, and electrolysis have been the methods most widely used for hair removal. However they are slow, painful and not permanent. The use of laser light has become more and more popular as the most effective way to provide a permanent reduction of the hair follicles. Choose to defuzz your upper lip, chin, underarms, sideburns, bikini line, ears, neck, or shoulders. All four treatments (1 session) must be for the same area. Latisse Kit-Have you ever wanted Longer, Luscious Lashes? Well, there is now a new FDA approved eyelash treatment which has been proven to make your lashes longer, fuller, and darker in an average of 8-12 weeks (individual results may vary) called Latisse ™. You will have the opportunity to win a complimentary Latisse Kit that will last you for about 8 weeks.(valued at $120) This product is a prescription treatment so we will make you a complimentary appointment with Maggie, our Esthetician, to teach you how to best use it! You're lashes will be longer and luscious is no time!!    

• Dr. JoAnne Lopes is a cosmetic surgeon at The Cosmetic Surgery Center In Virginia Beach, offering cosmetic and laser skin procedures as well as professional skin care. As one of the only board-certified, female plastic surgeons in Hampton Roads, Dr. Lopes is also among the first in this region to offer Coolsculpting by Zeltiq - the new non- invasive fat reduction procedure. Call 757.497.5400, visit our website or stop by and say hello. Our friendly and experienced staff will make you feel right at home in a comfortable, stylish setting.
  http://www.www.drjoannelopes.com/
  www.facebook.com/Dr.JoAnneLopes

*Manicure & pedicure from Spa at Inlet: The Spa” is a skin solutions & nail spa, specializing in, acne and anti-aging, customized facials and manicures, pedicures & shellac nails. Our mission is to provide the highest quality treatments, skin care products and services that provide real solutions that make a lasting difference in the way you look and feel.  Our Natural nail services include manicures & pedicures and are performed under most sanitary conditions resulting in nail health and beauty.  While you enjoy your manicure and pedicure, your children can safely play in the Inlet Fitness South Child Care facility under the watchful eye of a caring, trained staff (additional fees may apply for child care)  http://www.spaatinlet.com/
* Haircut by Janna Barham, of the Gary Allen Hair Salon- Hilltop

*makeover and $25 gift certificate for Mary Kay products from Maria Caputi-  Maria invites you to attend a makeover at her studio or in the comforts of your own home.  Using Mary Kay products, Maria will show you how to give your skin a refreshing facial and then help you find the perfect combination of moisturizers and make up that will make you look and feel your best!  In addition, Maria is giving a $25 gift certificate good for the products of your choosing!
To enter this giveaway, send an email to lesleyannem@macaronikid.com, subject, "Pampered  Mama".   One winner will be chosen randomly on Tuesday May 17, 2011 at 8pm.   PLEASE READ COMPLETE GIVEAWAY RULES HERE:  http://virginiabeach.macaronikid.com/article/118825/the-mother-of-all-giveaways

For any extra chance to win, post a comment and your email address below.  Good Luck!

"W" Family: Chesapeake Family Photographer

LOVE it when I get a repeat client...it is a wonderful compliment. 

Thank you "W" Family for trusting me again.  And thank you Mr. J for being SO ADORABLE and fun!!!

Week 1: "Mother of All Giveaways"

A photograph is memory in the raw.  ~Carrie Latet

The first basket of goodies in the Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach/ RSutherland Photography "Mother of All Giveaways" is the  "Picture Perfect" Mama Basket!  This basket includes:

*one $75 gift certificate from RSutherland Photography.  This gift certificate can be used towards a family session.   A session with RSutherland Photography is more about having FUN, exploring, and enjoying your family than sitting and posing.  We want to capture your family interacting with one another.  We love kisses, curious faces, and laughter.  It is RSutherland Photography's desire to offer portraits that represent who you are as a family and capture moments you will cherish FOREVER.  (http://www.rsutherlandphotography.com/, www.facebook.com/RSutherlandPhotography)
*one 2-hour Boudoir session by Cherished Memories by Amber just for mommy!  Boudoir photography sessions are tasteful photos that hint at sexiness. Every person has their own idea of what sexy is as well as what they are comfortable with. These sessions are cute, fun, sexy, flirty and even a bit sensual all the while maintaining your comfort level.  Amber will work with you at the location of your choice to help you spend a little time away from your every life, and will gift  you with a free album of your pictures! (www.cherishedmemoriesphotographybyamber.com, www.facebook.com/CMPbyamber)
*Mary Kay Makeover courtesy of Maria Caputi- Let Maria treat you like a celebrity before one of your photo sessions, a big event or a date night! (www.MaryKay.com/MariaCaputi)
*One gift card to Cinema Cafe- After posing with your family, what better way for you all to relax than watching a great movie in a relaxing family friendly environment!    (www.cinemacafe.com, www.facebook.com/cinemacafeva)
*One gift certificate from Cathy Ely of  Creative Memories.  The gift certificate will be for $60 of Creative Memories products and a Free workshop (value $15) and is the perfect to help you  showcase your beautiful sessions above!  (http://www.mycmsite.com/sites/cathyely)
To enter this giveaway, send an email to lesleyannem@macaronikid.com, subject, "Picture Perfect Mama".   One winner will be chosen randomly on Tuesday May 10, 2011 at 8pm.   PLEASE READ COMPLETE GIVEAWAY RULES HERE:  http://virginiabeach.macaronikid.com/article/unpublished/118825/the-mother-of-all-giveaways

Comment on this post for an extra chance to win the above basket.

Good Luck Moms!

RSutherland Photography and Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach: "The Mother of all Giveaways"

Who is ready for RSutherland Photography and Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach's "Mother of All Giveaways?"

It is time to honor the ones that work the hardest....MOMs.  I am so excited to announce this giveway.  I have met some AMAZING moms through my business.  Mother's that endure LONG deployments, mother's who take in ailing family members, mothers who have suffered job loss, divorce, my list could go on and on. 
What started off as inspiration from some of my clients has grown far bigger than I ever thought possible.  I was hoping to get a couple donations BUT I can't believe the LONG list of businesses that have donated to this wonderful give-away.  We have received so many donations that we will be having giveaways THROUGHOUT the month of May.

I would like to thank the following businesses for their generous donations:

Cinema Cafe
Deligtful Digs
PMS Deli
Dr. Joanne Lopes & The Cosmetic Surgery Center
Spa at Inlet
BabySitEase SEVA
Vaughan Farm
The Klumsy Moose Boutique
The Knapsack
The Diaper Therapist
Cherished Memories by Amber
Gary Allen Hair and Skin Care Centre courtesy of Janna Barham
Fanciful Froggies
AppleGator Designs
Willow House courtesy of Christine Fisk
Stella & Dot- courtesy of Heather Dobzyniak
Tupperware- courtesy of Mary Lovett
Mary Kay- courtesy of
Arbonne- courtesy of Nicole Powell
Pampered Chef- courtesy of Karyn Chaudoin
Creative Memories- courtesy of Cathy Ely
Scentsy- courtesy of Missy Musing

And a HUGE thank you to Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach for joining me in this wonderful giveaway!

For more details on how to be enter, visit:
http://virginiabeach.macaronikid.com/