Buck Family Photos

Last Sunday, I visited the Buck family at their home for some family pictures around the piano and Christmas tree. In true holiday spirit, the kids shook their packages under the tree for any hint of the surprises inside while I snapped away! It made me want to go home and sneak a peek at my own stocking...

My Own Holiday Cards

Bruce and I took our own holiday portrait yesterday and I have been playing around with our holiday cards tonight. With fresh haircuts, we think we cleaned up real good!

Office Space Article in INK

Thanks to INK for featuring Christina Lundeen Photography in the Office Space column! You can read the article online here:

http://www.inkkc.com/article/3734&pt=Office-Space:-Christina-Lundeen,-photographer-

Holiday Specials

Last Minute Holiday Card Special

Are you stressing out about your holiday cards? The outfits, the hair, the card design, oh my! Just in time for the holidays, Christina Lundeen Photography is excited to offer one free box of holiday cards with your portrait session. This is a $50 value and you will receive one box of 24 postcard style holiday cards. As the holiday season approaches, take this opportunity to create timeless photographs for your home and your holiday cards.

Browse the fabulous new collection of holiday cards on the web site: http://www.christinalundeen.com/. Click on Online Ordering and then Products to see the various designs!

Please note that holiday cards require 5 business days for delivery so place your holiday card orders by December 16 to receive the cards by December 22. Christina Lundeen Photography will be closed for Christmas and New Years from December 23 until January 5.

This offer is good for first time customers only and customers much purchase Package A or Package B. The Last Minute Holiday Card Special is valid for appointments booked between December 5 and December 22, 2008. May not be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

Call Now: 816-807-1003
Book Appointments Online: http://www.christinalundeen.com/

Product of the Month: Bulk Quantities for Holiday Cards

Christina Lundeen Photography is excited to offer huge savings on bulk quantities of small print sizes for use in your own holiday cards! Bulk quantities of 4x6 inch prints are available as well as 3.5x5 inch prints. These prints must be ordered in quantities of 50 or 100 to be eligible for amazing savings. The prints are from a professional lab and will meet the high quality standards of Christina Lundeen Photography.

Check out the bulk card prices at http://www.christinalundeen.com/. Click on Information and then Pricing for more information!

Christina Lundeen Photography Featured in INK

Grab a copy of INK from newsstands next week to see Christina Lundeen Photography profiled in Office Space. I had my very own portrait photo shoot at the studio for myself and the facilities. If you haven't been to my studio before, this will be a great way to get a sneak peak at my space. On newsstands in and around the Kansas City area next Wednesday. Happy reading!

Price Changes for 2009

Please note that prices for some services and products will change as of January 1, 2009. As always, Christina Lundeen Photography strives to be an affordable and quality provider of photographic services. Prices listed on my web site are valid for orders placed through December 31, 2008. If you have already completed a photo session with Christina Lundeen Photography, be sure to place your orders before the end of the year to take advantage of the current prices!

For more information about my current prices, please visit http://www.christinalundeen.com/.

Giggles and Wrestling

I think photographing little boys is just hilarious. The way they are giggling with each other one second and then are wrestling the next. Having one sister growing up, the world of little boys is a totally different one than I ever knew. When the Richardson family came into the studio yesterday, I got a little peek into the wonderful world of sweet little boys!

Price Changes for 2009

Please Note: Prices for some services and products will change as of January 1, 2009. Prices listed on my web site are valid for orders placed through December 31, 2008.

Turkey Withdrawal

As it is nearly a week after Thanksgiving, I'm starting to suffer from turkey withdrawal. The tupperware container that was piled high with turkey day leftovers has been emptied. What's a girl to do?

Before the turkey was on our plates, I took this photo of my husband which I just love:

My Biggest Family Challenge

On Thanksgiving weekend, I encountered my biggest family challenge yet: 21 family members for a family portrait! The Toler family was kind and welcoming on the holiday weekend as I joined them at their house for the photo shoot. The weather wasn't cooperating so we did the shoot on location in their living room. With the vaulted ceilings and open living room, it was the perfect alternative to the great outdoors.

Turkey Day Photos

I'm in the post-Thanksgiving food coma still on this Monday afternoon! Not to be dissuaded by my tight pants and my pounding head (from lack of mega carbs today) I am looking at the photos from shoots this weekend. When families congregate over the holidays, I'm more than happy to come to your home or meet you at the studio for a family photo shoot.

One of my weekend sessions was with the Wieneke/Broghammer family. I couldn't stop smiling at Max and Jack in their sweet, sweet bow ties. Max's cheeks are just to die for!

Merola Family Photos

Have you ever had a really fluffy skirt that makes you want to twirl around and around in a circle while laughing? The adorable Merola family came to my studio yesterday and twirl we did!



Seriously, I know all of you want to go buy a fluffy leopard skirt now. Could this get any more cute?

Thanksgiving Hours

Please note that Christina Lundeen Photography will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday November 27 through November 30 with the exception of previously scheduled appointments. Happy turkey day to everyone!

Spencer Family Photos

It's official - I'm busy! With the holidays fast approaching, it's a great time to give me a call and book your photo session. The Spencer family did just that and I visited them at their home in Leawood on Sunday. It was a brisk morning but we were able to get outside for an invigorating fall portrait session. With blankies in tow, we bundled up and got some of these shots which show off this young, fun family!

Brain Family Photos

My Thursday assignment was photographing the Brain family. We focused on indivdual portraits as well as a Christmas card photo with everyone. Cathi has four lovely kids which reminded me how fun it is to photograph teenagers! While it's a joy to photograph any kid, it's extra rewarding when the person having his or her picture taken can work with you and really get into the experience. Plus we did all black and white which is my favorite kind of work!

Wieneke Broghammer Family Photos

Oh the joy of two cute little boys! Jack and Max were darlings to photograph on Sunday during their family photo session. With the magic of Teddy Grahams, we got over an hour of smiles and energy from the boys. See for yourself:

November Specials

Recessionista Special

I was reading the New York Times the other day and they were featuring a blog called "The Recessionista." It's a dialog all about maximizing your dollars in a tight economy. The article in the Times was talking about how the word "recessionista" is becoming more and more common as people try to stay stylish on a budget. So to jump on the bandwagon, Christina Lundeen Photography is offering the Recessionista Special! Grab your favorite stylish girlfriend and book two holiday portrait sessions and get the second session half off. This is a $75 discount on the second portrait session. As the holiday season approaches, take this opportunity to create stylish and budget friendly photographs for your home and your holiday cards.

Browse the fabulous new collection of holiday cards on the web site: http://www.christinalundeen.com/. Click on Online Ordering and then Products to see the various designs!

This offer is good for first time customers only and both customers much purchase Package B. The Recessionista Special is valid for appointments booked between November 3 and November 30. May not be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

Call Now: 816-807-1003
Book Appointments Online: http://www.christinalundeen.com/

Product of the Month: Holiday Cards

Christina Lundeen Photography is excited to offer gorgeous press printed holiday cards for 2008! The cards come in packs of 24 and are available in a single page postcard style or a two page folded style. Using photos from your photo shoot, the artistic cards will be welcomed by any recipient on your Christmas card list! Check out more cards at http://www.christinalundeen.com/. Click on Online Ordering and then Products to browse the product selection!




One Day Only at Union Station

Join me on Saturday, November 8 at Union Station for a unique and different portrait session. Put on your best new autumn outfit and we will work together to create a photo that is perfect for your holiday card! Each month, Christina Lundeen Photography will choose one location around Kansas City for 30 minute photo sessions. Offering dramatic savings, your 30 minutes session at Union Station will include one 8x10 photo and two 5x7 photos for only $100! Proofs will be posted online within 24 hours, and online ordering allows you to easily select your images. The final prints will be available for pickup within seven days.

There are only FOUR time slots available for November 8 so call or go online now to book your appointment. This is a great way to get familiar with Christina Lundeen Photography so don't miss out on the savings!

Call Now: 816-807-1003
Book Appointments Online: http://www.christinalundeen.com/

Don't worry! If you can't make the November date at Union Station, mark your calendar for the following One Day Only Photo Session:

December 13: Country Club Plaza


First Fridays in the West Bottoms!

On Friday, November 7, join me at Creative Spaces KC in the West Bottoms for a First Friday art show from 5:00 until 9:00. Creative Spaces KC is a brand new art gallery and event space in a cool old seed factory on West 8th Street. The building is complete with old freight elevators which set the tone for the whole "converted warehouse" feeling. You feel like you are going on an adventure when the doors to the elevator are pulled shut!

I have four photos in the group show along with the work of many other artists. All work is available for sale and if you are looking for a unique event space, you may want to check it out for that reason too. Drop in and say hello!

Creative Spaces KC
1212 W. 8th Street
Kansas City, MO 64101

For more information about Creative Spaces KC, please visit their web site at http://www.creativespaceskc.com/

Gallery Opening

I'm happy to announce I am part of a group show at Creative Spaces KC! The art show opens on November 7 which is a First Friday. Creative Spaces KC is a new gallery and event space in the West Bottoms:

http://www.creativespaceskc.com/

The gallery is open on November 7 from from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 8 from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Creative Spaces will provide some snacks and refreshments. Stop on by to check it out! I will be exhibiting four photographs from a recent project:

I like to think that the West Bottoms are like NYC's Soho in the 1970s. Kind of edgy and deserted still but lots of artists and creative professionals moving into the area and revitalizing it. I have visions of myself living in some crazy gigantic warehouse circa 1972 with a fire in a big barrel, working on my photography with fingerless gloves on, the cold air barely warmed by the fire. Ahh, Soho. I was born too late for your glory days. Now it's a neighborhood for the rich and famous, where you run into Blake Lively at Anya Hindmarch and Prada. Here's to exploring the new spaces in the West Bottoms instead!