Although our kid is almost eight, last year was the first year that my family of three ever actually sent out holiday cards. We had talked about it from time to time over the years, but usually neither of us ever got serious about actually making the cards until the holidays were upon us… which is way too late. That’s why we’re having a new set of family photos taken in two weeks. Time is precious, y’all (and also our most recent family photos are almost three years old).
In the hopes that you too will plan ahead, we’ve pulled together holiday offerings from some of our well-loved vendors and sponsors here at APW. There are a few family mini sessions offered, but you can also snag discounts on wedding albums and wedding jewelry, including men’s wedding bands.
PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALS
Vivian Chen Photography: 25-minute sessions ($350)
OAKLAND, CAlifornia
Vivian is offering 25-minute holiday mini sessions in Joaquin Miller Park in Oakland, California. You’ll receive 30 to 40 high-res edited JPEGs in color and black and white within two weeks of the shoot. Dates are filling up fast—find out what’s available on Vivian’s site.
Devon Rowland Photography: 30-minute portrait sessions ($225)
Baltimore-Washington area
Devon Rowland is offering half-hour family, portrait, or couples’ sessions in the Baltimore-Washington area for $225. You’ll get at least 25 edited photos in color and black and white within three days of the session, and the offer is valid between October 8 and December 31.
Gina Clyne Photography: $250 credit toward travel for five 2017 weddings (packages begin at $1600)
NATIONWIDE
Gina Clyne is offering a mega deal on out-of-town weddings in 2017: the first five weddings that book through APW will get a $250 credit. She still has lots of open availability for 2017, and you can send an inquiry right here.
Monica Roy: $100 off 2017 weddings booked by the end of the year
San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco-based Monica Roy is offering $100 off any wedding package to couples getting marred in 2017. Regular rates begin at $3,000 for six hours of coverage.
JEWELry
Kendra Renee Jewelry: 10% off wedding bands and 20% off earrings, bracelets, and necklaces
If you’re ring shopping, Kendra Renee Jewelry is offering 10% off wedding bands through October 30, 2016, and 20% off other jewelry, like earrings, bracelets, and necklaces (aka great gifts)! Use code “APWLOVE” at checkout.
Metal Wendler: 15% off all men’s wedding band options
Use discount code “APW15” between now and January 31, 2017 to receive 15% off Metal Wendler’s badass men’s wedding bands made from recycled metals. The discount code can be used on Etsy or the Metal Wendler site.
Vena Amoris Jewelry: 15% OFF all purchases over $125
If you’re in the market for a romantic vintage-inspired engagement ring (or holiday gift, or something for you because omg, those opals), Vena Amoris is offering 15% off all of their bespoke, ethical and sustainable uniquely handcrafted jewelry. Use code “APWLOVE” at checkout.
PAPER GOODS
Albums Remembered: upgrade your wedding album for free
If you’ve been procrastinating on a wedding album, now’s your chance to check that off the to-do list and surprise your spouse or parents with it for the holidays. When you order any album in sizes 10×10, 12×12, or 11×14 in the Pearl Collection before October 31, 2016, Albums Remembered will give you a free upgrade (which will add 50 photos/20 pages to the album). Simply put the note “APW holiday deal” in the order form to get the deal. (Cannot be combined with any other discount.)
