Monday, April 4, 2011

Customer Service Superstars - Does your dentist whistle while he works???

This will be the first in an ongoing series of "shout-outs" to local businesses who deserve kudos for being "customer service superstars".
 
Everyone wants to be a superstar, right? To excel at what they do?

You'd think so. Then why are so many businesses lacking in providing an outstanding customer service experience?

It's something that I strive to do in my own business. So I want to support other businesses who are setting high standards - by being their client, or shopping at their store, or using their services... then telling everyone about it to make sure they STAY in business.

When I did a Jerry Ghionis photography workshop a few years ago, he said that there was this awesome new movie theatre concept in Melbourne, Australia. A super-cinema experience, with lounge style reclining chairs and bar service brought right to your seat during the movie. Sure, it cost more, but the customer experience was far superior to your average movie. The last year I lived in Derby, England, a new theatre was built with this concept in mind - the whole waiting area was like a bar or night club, with sofa-style seats (so you could cuddle up to your partner if you wanted to ;0) - and it was a great experience.

What if your dentist offered that kind of experience?

I can't say that I know anyone who really LIKES going to the dentist...trust me, I'm not a big fan myself, especially since I've had a dozen fillings in my younger years, which are now being replaced over time by crowns and new porcelain (rather than ugly silver) filings. But what if someone made that experience as good as it could possibly be?


What would make you switch dentists?
  • Private treatment rooms
  • Accommodating office hours (open til 7pm, four nights a week).
  • A hand or head massage after treatment
  • Staff who all remember not just your name, but what you said you were up to the last time you had a visit
  • A dentist and hygienist who explain everything as they go along
  • State of the art equipment, like the only dental lab in BC to offer crowns on-site through new dental imaging technology and computer-aided design (so you don't have to have an appointment for the temp crown, then return 2 weeks later to have the permanent one fitted)
  • A dentist who is professional, courteous, friendly and relaxed...in fact, relaxed enough to whistle while he works? (Yes Dr. Morhaliek, you do that :)
If you want to check out Simply Amazing Smiles for yourselves, visit them at:
Simply Amazing Smiles or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/kelownadentist

 This will be the first in an ongoing series of "shout-outs" to local businesses who deserve kudos for being "customer service superstars".


Please email me if you know a business that you'd like me to recommend in upcoming blog posts.

cheers,

Angelique










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For more information contact:

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Creative. Stylish. Professional.
250.575.5964
Email: stylephotographykelowna@gmail.com

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Vintage Photography with model Lucy Luxe

I must apologize...it wasn't exactly the next post, was it??? (I think they were worth waiting for, yes?)

These pics were so much fun to shoot. I love using off camera flash and video light to create a more theatrical look. It really suits Lucy and that vintage/retro look she was looking for. Thanks to Sallie for the makeup (great job), and Borrowed & Blue Boutique for providing such fab outfits.











More details:


Professional Model: Lucy Luxe (LuxLucys@gmail.com)
Makeup: Sallie (adecorativetouch@gmail.com)
Dresses & accessories supplied by: Borrowed & Blue Boutique

  • I LOVE that pink & black goat's fur coat!
Photography: Style Photography



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For more information contact:

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Creative. Stylish. Professional.
250.575.5964

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Win a FREE engagement photo session from Style Photography on Facebook




Spring is in the air, and we're feeling generous. 
So we're giving you a chance to win 
a FREE engagement photo session


IT'S EASY:


Just email us a snapshot of yourselves
with a few lines on how you met or your upcoming wedding plans,
before April 18th, 2011,
then we'll add it to our "Engagement Photo Contest" album 
on Facebook.

Become a fan of Style Photography ("like" our page),
and vote on the photo you want to win.
Voting takes place from April 19th until May 8th, 2011.

Tell your friends and family to vote too -
voting fans also have a chance to win prizes!

The photo with the most votes wins a
FREE engagement photo session (valued at $225)
AND a credit towards a wedding photography package
with Style Photography.


Full contest details:
(please read carefully before submitting your photo)

What do you win?
A FREE engagement portrait session including a $50 print or product credit (total value $225) plus you also receive a credit towards a wedding photography package with Style Photography - up to $500 off, depending which package you choose.

We know we couldn't do this without our fans, so anyone who votes has a chance to win prizes too...like photography gift vouchers or Starbucks gift cards!

How do you win it?
Send us a snapshot of the two of you (details below) and share the story of how you met, or give us some details of the wedding you are planning, to help sway the votes in your favour. Then tell all your friends and family to vote. The most "liked" photo wins!

Submit your snapshot with a few lines about your engagement or your upcoming wedding:
• One entry per couple
• Entries will be accepted until midnight (PST) on Monday, April 18th, 2011 via email to:
stylephotographykelowna@gmail.com - SUBJECT LINE MUST SAY “Facebook Photo Contest”
• Include your full name in the e-mail (last name will be posted for viewing), contact information, and a sentence or two about yourselves, your engagement or the wedding you are planning.
• Photos can be up to 1500px on the longest side (ie 1500x1200) and the file must be no larger than 2Mb.
• Images you submit to the contest do not need to be professional photographs.   

Voting for the winner:
• Images will be uploaded to Style Photography's Facebook fan page on Tuesday, April 18th, 2011. 
• Photos will be in the album called "Engagement Photo Contest".
• Voting will take place from Wednesday, April 19th until midnight (PST) on Sunday May 8th, 2011
• To vote for a photo you must first “like” Style Photography on Facebook
• Go to the "Engagement Photo Contest" album and click ‘like’ for the photo you want to win.
• Photo with the most “likes” will be the winner.  
• Comments are allowed, but will NOT count towards the total number of votes.

Everything else you need to know:
• All prize winners will be announced no later than Wednesday, May 11th, 2011.
• Fan prizes winners will be chosen using a Random Number Generator.
• Only photos emailed to stylephotographykelown@gmail.com during the submission dates above with the correct subject line will be accepted.
• You must have permission/rights to use the photo you enter.
• By submitting your snapshot to the contest, you agree to allow Style Photography to use and/or share the images for promotional purposes.
• Style Photography will verify that all "likes" of the winning photo come from Style Photography Facebook fans. "Likes" from non-fans will not be counted.
• Contest is open to everyone, however if you live outside of 30km from West Kelowna, BC you must choose a location within 30km of West Kelowna for your photo session location, or a travel fee may apply.
• Engagement Photo Session retail value is $225 with up to $500 credit for a Wedding Photography Package ($150 credit towards the Standard package; $300 credit towards the Premium package; $500 credit towards the Ultimate package) - prizes can not be altered in any way, and are not redeemable for cash.
• No other promotions or discounts can be applied.
• Photo session must be booked within 60 days of winner being announced, and photo session completed before August 31st, 2011.
• Photo session and wedding photography dates are subject to availability.

Good luck :)

I can't wait to see your photo entries and read your stories!

cheers,
Angelique

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For more information contact:

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Creative. Stylish. Professional.
250.575.5964

Monday, February 28, 2011

Marvel College - Portfolio Shoot with Style Photography

A girl's dream day - playing dress-up!

From my perspective, it almost felt like an actual wedding, there was so much going on at once. It was organized chaos at Borrowed & Blue Boutique - makeup, dresses, accessories and camera equipment everywhere! Jodie, Karen & Sallie did a super job on wedding makeup as they prepped some volunteer models for their end-of-year portfolio shots for Marvel College.

Here's the makeup artists in action:








 And photos of the finished "brides":









I'll also upload some vintage shots of Lucy in the next post...stay tuned!

More details:

Models: Carol, Leanne, Fawn, Carley
Professional Model: Lucy Luxe (LuxLucys@gmail.com)
Makeup: Sallie (adecorativetouch@gmail.com), Jodie, Karen
Dresses & accessories supplied by: Borrowed & Blue Boutique
Photography: Style Photography



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For more information contact:

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Creative. Stylish. Professional.
250.575.5964

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Style Photography: Severn Family Portrait Session

Patricia will be moving to Toronto start a new job within the next few weeks. She was looking for some headshots for business; some family portraits to take take with her; and some fun images just for her...it was, after all, her birthday!

Patricia was a blast to photograph. She is full of attitude and personality, and even her little dog Sparky was a character...he only wanted to be in the photos when he wasn't supposed to, and we couldn't get him to sit still for more than 5 seconds when it was his turn. Hmm, where did he get the attitude from anyway???

 Good luck with your new career Patricia. I'm sure your family and everyone at JK Schmidt will miss you.







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For more information contact:

Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Creative. Stylish. Professional.
250.575.5964

Friday, February 11, 2011

Kelowna Wedding and Portrait Photographer - "Month of Love" Specials

"Month of Love" Specials
                        
 
Valentine's day is fast approaching. If you're not sure what to get your sweetheart, how about  something that they will cherish forever - a gift of lasting memories?



Save $100 on a Family/Engagement/Mom-to-be Portrait Session



Book now for only $149* and as a BONUS you'll also receive a $75 credit towards the purchase of prints or products. That's a savings of over $100!
Photo sessions include the creative talents of Style Photography and:
  • 1 to 1 1/2 hour photo session at a location of your choice (in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland and Lake Country)
  • unlimited photos taken
  • online password-protected gallery
  • your favorite 3 images in web optimized format (ideal for sharing on Facebook, i-phones, or blogs)
  •  a great selection of prints, canvas collections, custom-designed albums, image folios, and the unique fine-art acrylics or laptop gels.
*Offer valid until February 28th. Payment is due upon booking. Photo session must take place before May 15th, 2011. Subject to availability. Taxes and shipping not included.

                                                                       
Last-Minute Wedding Special
$2295* (including a $350 product credit)
♥♥♥ 
If your wedding is coming up before May 15th, and you haven't booked your photographer yet, this is a great opportunity to hire a professional wedding photographer. This full-service Wedding package includes:
  • the photographic talents of an insured, accredited, professional, wedding photographer with an assistant who work together to ensure your images tell the story of your wedding day through both posed and candid photography
  • pre-wedding consultation
  • photography coverage of your wedding within the Okanagan area, including the bride getting ready, ceremony, family/wedding party groups, and artistic/formal Bride & Groom portraits
  • unlimited photos taken
  • online password-protected gallery
  • your favorite 3 images in web optimized format (ideal for sharing on Facebook, i-phones, or blogs)
  • $350 credit towards a great selection of custom-designed wedding albums, prints, enlargements, canvas collections, unique fine-art acrylic images, and more.
*Booking fee of $500 and signing of contract required to secure wedding date. Final payment due 15 days before wedding. Subject to availability. Taxes and shipping not included.
Call or email now for more information, to book a consultation so you can view our gorgeous wedding albums, or to book your wedding date!
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Angelique Duffield, LSWPP
Style Photography

250.575.5964
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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Style Photography - Kelowna Wedding and Portrait Photographer - Spotlight: Inspiration



Spotlight:  Inspiration
Welcome to our first Spotlight section, where we share great blogs and websites we follow that offer helpful tips, discounts, and ideas.


This month's spotlight is is Inspiration. The Perfect Palette website features fab blog posts on ready-made colour palettes to give you ideas for your own wedding. There is also an "inspiration board" illustrating the colours in action for the featured colour scheme, such as cakes, table settings, bridesmaid's dresses, flowers, and more.


Still not sure? If you have an idea or concept in mind, Chrissy can also customize a palette for you.


And it's not just a wedding planning tool. Are you thinking of redecorating your child's room? Planning a baby shower? Inspiration can come from all sorts of places.
Check out the website here:
Happy planning :)