the merriment continues...winner announced!

The first order of business is Happy Birthday to my little brother! For his birthday gift this year, I found a little book of pictures I made for him when I was 11 years old. The last page included a photo of him dressed as Batman and in black marker, I had written, "Bobby, you are my hero!" Well Bobby, you still are and I'm so proud to have you as brother and friend. Sending you lots of love & laughter today.

And secondly, thank you so much to all of you who entered the giveaway, shared your birthday love, and for your thoughtful and kind comments. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about your birthday traditions and how you've honored the day (or month) over the years. I usually keep things simple - a good meal shared with friends and family, and I always have to make a wish. And, that wish is made while blowing out a candle atop of a deliciously sweet treat. It's always been the little things for me.  But, after reading some of your comments, I feel like I need to make some plans for something unique in the coming year. Thanks for all of the celebratory inspiration.  

Without further ado, congratulations to the winner, Colleen, who made the 2nd comment! After much deliberation, I found it impossible to choose a winner, so I decided to use the random method.  

This was difficult as I'd love for everyone to win. So, to show my appreciation, I am offering 20% off any photo shoot to those who entered. Your session must be reserved by March 31st, 2012 and bookings are available from now through the month of July 2012.  If you were interested in giving your session to a friend, gift certificates are available. Colleen, please email me at hello@kimikolbaphoto.com and we can figure out all of the details for your shoot! Congratulations! Thank you again to everyone for your participation, and for sharing your comments about your memories and merriment. You've made this month of March that much sweeter.

march madness (my way)

Last week, I mentioned that I was ready to celebrate, and what better time to do so than the birthday month of yours truly? In the past, I’ve had a tendency to be a little shy about my birthday, but as I grow older (and hopefully wiser), I’m realizing that life is short, and it’s something to be celebrated. So, this month will be a different kind of March Madness, full of special offerings, as well as a little surprise towards the end of the month. I have lots in store for you! It’s been quite a while since I’ve had a giveaway, so in the spirit of the festivities at hand, it’s time.

 ::: WIN A FREE PHOTO SHOOT :::

How to enter: Leave a comment on this post. That's it!   

Just let me know how you love to revel on the anniversary of your birth. What are your annual traditions or your favorite things about it? Please leave your comment by Thursday, March 8th by 5:00 p.m. PST.  The winner will be announced on Friday, March 9th. Please find all of the details below. This one is for the locals. With that said, if you live outside of the area, you can always give away your session as a gift to a Portlander. I get by with a little help from my friends, so please feel free to spread the word. I wouldn't be here without your support and I thank you for that!

The nitty gritty:

* Session includes a 1-2 hour shoot, and a selection of high resolution edited images on disc. Must take place in and around the city of Portland, groups under four preferred, and offer expires in 6 months. It will be fun!

* Please, only one comment per person.

* To view more work, please feel free to visit www.kimikolbaphoto.com. Thank you!

 Photo of yours truly and my beautiful mama.

and the winner is...

When I think of what I love about Portland, I do find it hard to narrow it down. I recall the time a couple years ago, when  I watched an elderly man slowly cross the street with a cane, only he was sporting a rainbow colored Mohawk. (Seriously). Or, when we first moved here, I was fumbling with a map in the passenger seat and a guy on his motorcycle pulled up next to us and asked, “What are you looking for?” He not only helped us get from A to B, but he told us a great place to eat along the way. I’ve never been in a town that is so community oriented. I love that you can be whoever you want to be in this city, and not only is it accepted but fully embraced. I share your appreciation for good food, art and culture, and the beauty of Oregon’s landscape continues to amaze me. But what I find most important is that this place understands and promotes the idea that it is about making a life and not just a living, and that is truly something to celebrate.  

Without further ado, congratulations to the winner, Liz, who made the 3rd comment! Thank you again to all of you who entered the giveaway. There were 49 wonderful comments, and because it was impossible for me to choose a winner, I decided to use the random method.  This was difficult as I'd love for everyone to win. So, to show my appreciation, I am offering 20% off any photo shoot to those who entered. Your session must be reserved by September 30th, 2010 and bookings are available from now through the month of October 2010. If you were interested in giving your session to a friend, gift certificates are available.  Liz, please email me at hello@kimikolbaphoto.com and we can figure out all of the details for your shoot! Congratulations! Thank you again to everyone for your participation and for sharing your comments about our one-of-a-kind city.

closed.

The giveaway is now closed. Thank you so much to all of you who entered and for your thoughtful and kind comments. I enjoyed reading what you love about Portland. It's quite a special place, isn't it? I will happily announce the winner on Wednesday so please check back then!

a year...time for a giveaway!

 

I am fairly new to the world of blogging, and I am happy to say that this month marks a year of this blog. It has been a fun challenge, and has brought be back to my enjoyment of writing, pushed me to try new things, meet people, and share ideas - all through the love of photography. Thank you to all of you who take the time to look, to read and to listen. And, your sweet comments send me over the moon! Many more projects are in the works for this coming year, and I am anxious to share them with you. Please stay tuned... It also marks my three years in Portland, so I feel that it is time to give thanks and celebrate...with a giveaway!

::: WIN A FREE PHOTO SHOOT :::

How to enter: Leave a comment on this post. That's it!
 
Because this celebrates my three years in PDX, let me know your favorite thing about our fair Rose City. Please leave your comment by Monday, September 13, 2010 by 5 p.m. PST. The winner will be announced Wednesday, September 15th. To appropriately celebrate my time in Stumptown, this one is for the locals. With that said, if you live outside of the area, you can always give away your session as a gift to a Portlander. I get by with a little help from my friends, so please feel free to spread the word. I wouldn't be here without your support and I thank you for that!
* Session includes 1-2 hour shoot and selection of high resolution edited images on Archival DVD.
* Please, only one comment per person allowed. Thank you!

and the winner is...

Thank you again to all of you who entered the giveaway. There were 26 wonderful individuals who entered, and because it would be impossible for me to choose a winner, I decided on the random method. Without further ado, congratulations to Elysweet who made the 11th comment!

This was difficult as I'd love for everyone to win! So, to show my appreciation, I am offering 20% off any portrait session booked before March 15, 2010. (Note: the session may take place after this date, but it must be booked by March 15). Elysweet, please email me at hello@kimikolbaphoto.com and we can figure out all of the details! Congratulations! Thank you again to everyone for their encouraging comments and participation!

closed.

 

The giveaway is now closed. Thank you to all of you who entered and for your lovely, generous and kind comments. I am flattered, and I loved hearing about what makes you smile. Since I asked you to share one of your favorite things, I found it only fitting that I share one of mine - the little bits of Spring unfolding that I see on my walks around one of my other favorite things, Mt. Tabor.  I will happily announce the winner on Friday so check back then!

giveaway!

Because I get by with a little help from my friends...

Win a FREE PHOTO SHOOT!

How to enter: Leave a comment on this post. That's it!
Share one of your favorite things (like Spring's arrival) or words of wisdom. Please leave your comment by February 16th, 2010 by 5 p.m. PST. The winner will be randomly selected and announced Friday, February 19th. The portrait session* can be of just you, your family or your friends, and is good for the Portland and Seattle area only. Sorry folks - if I could fly to faraway places, I would in a heartbeat. Trust me! With that said, if you live outside of the area, you can always give away your portrait session as a gift to a local. Tell your friends! I wouldn't be here without the support of my pals, so thank you for spreading the word!   
* Session includes 1-2 hour shoot and selection of high resolution edited images on Archival DVD.  
  (Sorry Charlie - family not eligible).