Today, I met with Leal Thompson, founder of Mad Hatters, to find out more about what her amazing group is doing. Started in 2002, Mad Hatters has now grown from 5 people to over 522 generous members who donate their time (and yarn) towards making thousands of hats for newborn babies, chemo caps for cancer patients, as well as afghans, lap robes and slippers.
Here are a few of the beauties that I received as a gift from Mad Hatters for my client's to use (so if you have a newborn session coming up, you can take advantage of these if you like!):
Mad Hatters is a non-profit organization, and they never sell hats, but any donations are welcomed (they use a SERIOUS amount of yarn). Donations can be mailed to:
Mad Hatters
3941 Park Drive, Suite 20-102
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Your check can be made out to "El Dorado Hills Community Vision, Inc." Your donation will be tax deductible.
For more information, you can email Leal at leal.thompson@yahoo.com.
Thank you for your support!
- Jill
If you've been thinking about booking a session to have pictures ready in time for Christmas gift giving, now is the time to reserve your date.
THE LAST DAY TO BOOK YOUR SESSION FOR GUARANTEED CHRISTMAS DELIVERY IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th.
Give me a call soon -- I still have a few weekday dates remaining in November. I am booking for December now, as well, but can't promise Christmas delivery after December 4th.
Since I'll take any excuse to post a picture, here's a little cutie from a few weeks ago. I love her eyes.
Here's something a little different from what I normally write about, but I wanted everyone to know how great Bark Ave. is in El Dorado Hills. They've been around for a few years but just last month expanded into an even bigger store and it is FABULOUS. Whether you're looking for a cage for you hampster or a super-cool blinged-out dog collar, they've got it all, including a entire do-it-yourself dog grooming area.
Even if you don't have a pet, it's worth going to the store...because it's covered in HUGE photographs of puppies and kitties photographed by yours truly! The new display went up just in time for their official grand-opening this Saturday and the first 100 people to arrive get some seriously awesome goody-bags (I already got the inside scoop on what's going to be in them, and it's good.) I hope you can make it and bring your furry friends!
I photographed Mr. Bode here for the promo on the event -- isn't he handsome?!
P.S. - In case it's too small to read on the picture, their new location is 4311 Town Center Blvd. Suite 420 in El Dorado Hills.
The apple orchards are glowing with this year's crop and I LOVE photographing kids and families at my favorite orchard in Placerville. If you've already booked a session for this fall, or you're still thinking about it, let me know if you'd like to do yours amongst the apple trees. It's loads of fun and an opportunity for great photos.
Only two spots remain for the mini-session Saturdays! See the post below for more information on dates and pricing. Hope to see you there!
Today, I got my own copy of the book cover that I shot for. Ain't it purdy? ;-)
Golly, it's been busy around here! I've got SOOOO MUCH to share with you on the blog, but haven't had a chance to write about all of it yet. However, I couldn't help but show a little sample of a big project I've been working on -- much more info to come soon!
