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Say ‘Hello’ to Maya!

Published by Ulysses on June 30, 2008 in Babies and Products. 0 Comments

Maya finally said “hello” to the world only a few short weeks after the arrival of her cousin, Gianluca. And what a beautiful baby she is! When we arrived for her newborn session, we found her comfortably swaddled in an adorable printed jumper. Just as we were getting started, she slowly opened her eyes to see what was happening around her. Needless to say, there were more squeals of delight and anticipation coming from us than from Maya at this point. :)

Her parents are just great with her. She loves to be warmly cuddled. She has Anna’s gorgeous almond-shaped eyes. And Jonathan rocks her to soothe her and to let her know everything is alright. A beautiful family.

Anna, Jonathan, and Maya, we were so glad to be able to share this photo shoot with you! We could barely contain our excitement for all of you. Your gallery is coming online soon in the “Client Proofs” section of our main website. Feel free to share the password access to the gallery with any of your friends and family.

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Order Deadlines

Published by Jenni on November 16, 2007 in News and Products. 0 Comments

Hi everyone! I just wanted to write a quick post to list our order deadlines for guaranteed delivery by December 24:

Canvas and art boxes: Saturday, November 24
Prints, cards, folios, slideshows: Saturday, December 1
Gift certificates: Monday, December 17

Kylie’s First Honeymoon Prints!

Published by Ulysses on November 3, 2007 in Products and Tips. 4 Comments

We were thrilled to see that Kylie and Scott enjoyed the photos from their Honeymoon Photo Shoot so much that they immediately placed an order for a few of their favorites.

Well, we’ve received those prints in our studio, and they look GORGEOUS! We love showing our work in larger sizes as these display so well on your walls. We can’t wait to send them out to Kylie & Scott.

As you’ll see below, their order includes a 20×30 metallic Art Mount (the lighthouse photo), a 20×20 Contemporary Collection, and an 11×14 sepia metallic Art Mount, as well as 3 sets of gorgeous art thank-you cards. What an amazing display of art they will have on their walls! :)

Kylie’s prints ready to go!

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Quality and Exceptional Service

Published by Ulysses on August 28, 2007 in Products, Tips and Vendors. 0 Comments

Quality - Edwina & RyanI remember years ago shopping in a mens clothing store. A gray-haired gentleman was helping his son buy his first suit. I overheard the young man say to his dad, “What about this one? It’s pretty inexpensive.” The dad looked at the price tag, and then he put his hand on his son’s shoulder and said, “I’ve always told you, buy QUALITY, and buy SERVICE. They won’t let you down later on.”

I have remembered this sage advice from that day forward, and it’s a recommendation I give to anyone when it comes to making important purchases, and especially to couples who are considering us for their photography needs. We are so happy to have had the most amazing brides commission us with such an important trust as their wedding photos. The quality of our photography, the products that showcase your images, and our customer service are second to none and are intended to give you a total experience with us that you will value for a lifetime.

Our reputation is everything to us. Therefore, we feel both privileged and thrilled to have our brides rave with their comments about us both on this blog, as well as in the “Raves” section of our main website. We also have an excellent reputation with a broad selection of vendors and venues who feel the same way about boutique-style service, and we’re very proud of that fact. Our photography has won awards and has been published in magazines. But those accolades are nothing in comparison to the joyful responses we receive from our couples, along with their family and closest friends. You are our biggest cheerleaders, many of you virtually shouting about us from the rooftops. :)

For that we want to THANK YOU.

Quality - Annie & Jason

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Two Summer Specials!

Published by Jenni on June 30, 2007 in News and Products. 0 Comments

ginaalexander_photocharm.jpgWe are currently running two specials on our Gina Alexander designer handbags. First, receive a FREE matching Photo Charm - a $65 value - with select Gina Alexander bags. Purchase a Candy Bag, OR a Classic medium, Tote, Fairfax, or Baguette with a second image, and you will receive one of these gorgeous 2×1.5″ pewter photo charms with black riveted ribbon. Click here to get your Gina Alexander bag! Hurry - this offer is only available through July 29.

GA Cosmetic BagOur second offer: Purchase 3 Cosmetic Bags, get the 4th FREE. These make wonderful gifts for your bridesmaids, or for moms, sisters, grandmas and aunts. They do not all have to use the same photo, so let your imagination run wild! Click here to get your Gina Alexander Cosmetic bag! Hurry - this offer is only available through August 13.

Gina Alexander Special!

Published by Jenni on June 2, 2007 in Products. 0 Comments

Gina Alexander Tote bagFor the month of June, we are running a special on all Gina Alexander handbags (except the cosmetic bag). Get a FREE 2nd photo on your bag - a savings of $59! These custom designer bags make wonderful gifts, and they are a fabulous way to show off your adorable pet, your gorgeous baby, or your favorite artistic wedding photos. When I carry mine, I get stopped on the street constantly. They really are eye-catching, and so unique. Click here to get your Gina Alexander bag!

New Canvas Wrap Samples

Published by Jenni on May 2, 2007 in News and Products. 2 Comments

Canvas sample 01We recently received new samples of our Canvas Wraps, and we know you’re going to love them! They truly help transform a beautiful picture into a work of art that you’ll want to display on your walls for years. The image is printed directly onto fine-textured canvas, and then the canvas is wrapped around a 1½” wood frame so that the image continues on all sides. A protective coating is applied, and these contemporary canvas photographs are ready to hang. They are available in any proof gallery under “Finish & Mounting Options”. If you need help finding them, or would like to see a sample in person, just let us know. And ask us about some really out-of-the-box ideas for even more dynamic displays using these beautiful canvas choices!

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New Gina Alexander Handbags

Published by Jenni on March 22, 2007 in News and Products. 1 Comment

Gina Alexander: B&W CandyWe are constantly on the lookout for the very best products to offer our clients to show off their gorgeous images. Therefore, we are very excited to say that Ulysses Photography has just been selected by LA-based designer Gina Alexander to carry her handbags!

The quality of these handcrafted photo bags is outstanding. In fact, Gina Alexander bags are carried by many celebrities, including Oprah, Penelope Cruz, Halle Berry, Sharon Stone, Faith Hill, Kelly Ripa, The Black-Eyed Peas, Jennifer Lopez, Alicia Keys, Usher, Elizabeth Taylor, and Queen Latifah.

Gina Alexander: FairfaxGina Alexander also donates a portion of every handbag sold to the charity Hope for Children, committed to assisting families interested in adoption without the financial means to accomplish it (just in case you needed another reason to get one of these amazing bags!)

These beautiful designer photo bags are a perfect way to showcase your adorable children, or artistic wedding or portrait images. They would also be a very unique and appreciated gift.

Samples are coming soon, and these bags will be available shortly through our online cart. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us by email or phone.

New products have arrived!

Published by Jenni on June 16, 2006 in Products and Tips. 0 Comments

They’re here!!! I’m so excited to say we just received our samples of our two new products: The Art Box and the Folio. These beautiful handcrafted items are perfect for showing off your favorite wedding or engagement pictures, and both make amazing gifts. I described them in detail in a previous post here in our blog, but now I have sample pictures to share with you!! I’ll start with samples of the Large Art Box:


And here are some sample images of of the Small Folio:

These items are SO beautiful, so rich in texture, and come in an amazing variety of colors. They simply must be seen in person. If you would like to make an appointment to come by and see them, as well as all the fabric and ribbon swatches available, please contact us and we would be happy to show them off. We know you’ll love them.

You can order either of these items if you enter your proof gallery, and then scroll down under any enlarged photo. If you need any assistance, just give us a call or email.

New Products: Art Box and Folio

Published by Jenni on May 13, 2006 in News and Products. 0 Comments

We promised that new products were coming after we attended the photography convention in Las Vegas, and we are excited to announce two new additions to our line of custom-made offerings. The first is the Art Box, which is a gorgeous handcrafted box made from the finest Japanese fabrics, filled with matted art prints that have been custom-treated by Ulysses. The Art Box itself is beautiful enough to display, but you can also take out individual matted prints to display on an easel in your home or office.

The second new addition is the Folio. If you’re looking for the perfect gift, this is it. Custom-made by artisans in your choice of Japanese fabrics and accented with a Swiss ribbon, it makes the perfect presentation for 2-4 of your favorite photos. Of course, these are so pretty, you’ll want one for yourself, too.

We can hardly wait for the samples we have ordered, and we’ll be sure to post photos once they arrive. In the meantime, if you would like to see or order any of these new products, they can be accessed via the “Recommended Products” listing underneath any photo in our proof galleries.

Artist’s Choice… What’s That???

Published by Ulysses on March 28, 2006 in Photography and Products. 0 Comments

Jenni and I love taking pictures. Whenever we meet with clients, we always talk about how the shooting is only one part of the creative process. Images captured in camera, whether film or digital, still need to be “finished”. This is the case with our own photos, as well. While our focus is upon the couple’s deep feelings for one another, their expression of affection for one another, and producing the best moment frozen in that image, we also enjoy working on these photos to bring out their best for color, mood, and emotive impact. A proof alone will not completely convey the vision that Jenni and I have for that particular image in its finalized state. So what do we do? How can we convey our ideas to you, while also helping you enjoy your photos?

When we have the time available between shooting sessions, we create a little preview slideshow (for PC users only… no Mac version available at this time), which includes select images to demonstrate the way we “see” your photos. This slideshow gives you a chance to slow down, stop and drink in the beauty of your images in a way that the proofs may not. If it is a wedding slideshow, we also might be hinting at images that would look superb in your wedding album or as larger artistic wall prints. ;-)

A preview slideshow here at Ulysses Photography lasts only about a minute. But we also offer an Artist’s Choice Slideshow on DVD for engagement sessions as well as for your wedding images. This is what you might consider as a “director’s cut” of images (about 25 from an engagement session, and about 100 from a wedding), chosen by myself and Jenni, and then given a large dose of TLC during post-processing to produce a one-of-a-kind commemoration of your day together. Our emphasis is upon the pictures and the way these make you feel, rather than upon the show itself. But instead of using more words to describe it, why not take a look at a few recent examples of preview shows. The DVD versions of these shows are somewhat longer, with more images, but very similar in feel:

Jaime and Brett’s Engagement Preview

Jamee and Jeff’s Wedding Preview

Vivian and John’s Wedding Preview

We hope you enjoy shows like these. They are our way of providing another way to enjoy your photos. If you’d like to find out more about these, feel free to write and ask about them. Or request your very own Artist Choice Slideshow on DVD when going through your proof gallery. We think you’ll enjoy it immensely.