Glimpses of Soul Photography is participating in the Giving is Awesome project.
[T]his morning I woke up and immediately knew that this was what I needed to do. This is where Christmas is. Not in the Target trips or the fra-gee-lee leg lamps or the delicious cookies (well, a little in the delicious cookies, let’s be realistic), but in my ability to give something that I believe really matters to someone who really needs it.
You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.
I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography — $1500 worth, to be exact. Whether it’s canvas or albums, prints for Grandma, or a slideshow to watch over and over, it’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.
And if the person/family you nominate is selected, you’ll receive a $250 print credit.
Click through for the rules and how to submit your nomination. If your nominee lives elsewhere, check out other photographers participating around the world.
Personally, I know I take photography for granted just because I can point and shoot a digital camera and send stuff right to flickr. It’s not until I see a really well done photo that I actually think “I wanna frame that!” But it is certainly a luxury that not everyone can afford. Not everyone takes all their kids in to Sears or ProEx once a year, much less visits an actual portrait photographer. Please, do, send in a nomination and help someone out.
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