Check out the new exciting giveaway!!!

I make it no secret that I LOVE Halloween ... me and my kids are already talking on a possible family costume .. one child likes to say we will be the Incredibles ... I am not opposed but I certaintly have a hard time envisioning me and my husband wearing a unitard for the evening.. one wants us to be all Star Wars people .. another the characters from Yo Gabba Gabba.. I am undecided last year we waited until the last minute and I was putting together the final touches for my husbands Scarecrow costume and my mean witch (I was VERY pregnant and a witches dress was about the only costume easier enough to accomodate my large belly) on Halloween day.. I have to say our costumes will probably be done last minute again this year. (Ironic, as I tell my customers order early to avoid the rush....)

My favorite costumes this year are all the little witches I am offering, I LOVE making witches we are offering about 7 or so witches designs .. BUT customers can also custom create their own witch look all I need to know is the colors you want and I can make a set perfect to your little girls color preferences. So don't feel as though you are bound to the colors of the witch sets I show .. if you want to create your own look always feel free to email me info@hannahstutus.com .

So this week the giveaway is going to be pretty BIG!!! I kept going back and forward and decided that so many of our fans and customers love the witches .. that ...

We needed to do a witch giveaway!!! YES YOU READ THAT RIGHT... SO HERE'S THE DETAILS ...

Think of how you would like to see a little witch done (colors) do you want just fancy ribbons or the modern big polka dot ribbons the mod witch set offers... then we want to know ... all posts must be made in our discussions area on facebook. We will then custom create the winning witch idea for that person ... the tutu can be custom made up to a 20 inch waist and up to a 10/11 waist. We will make a witches hat to compliment the look of the witch tutu for the winner..

**Please note that the witches hat will be made to compliment the look with flowers and greenery tulle and ribbons only.

THIS IS AN INCREDIBLE GIVEAWAY!!!

YOU CAN EARN UP TO 3 WITCH IDEA ENTRYS..

(1) First Witch Idea - every fan gets one entry to posting an idea... so feel free to post one idea....

Want to post more than one idea? You can earn 2 bonus entrys for:

(2) Post about this giveaway on your fb page or blog then you are eligible to submit a 2nd idea (on the same post as your 2nd idea pls leave the link to your post on the giveaway).

(3) If you have made a purchase in July or make one while this giveaway is going on you are eligible to submit and extra entry. Post your idea and let me know the name your purchase was under.

Please only post 1 entry unless you earn the bonus entries, addtl entries not meeting the criteria explained above will be deleted from the discussions post board.

Enter now thru Thursday, July 22nd 11:59pm CST - winner will be announced on July 23rd and will need to provide sizing info for us to make the witch set - please allow us 14 business days to make the winning set.

So what are you waiting for start thinking up an idea ... AND GET THEM POSTED..
You can check out our website for color ideas etc at http://www.hannahstutus.com/

Great Deal on Buying 5 Tutus...

Don't forget to check out our Bulk Buying deal thats still available thru the end of July .. You get 5 tutus for $100 .. you must buy 5 tutus all in one order and ship to one location to get the deal. Its great for photographers wanting to get some new looks for the fall .. or if a group of moms want to band together and buy...or perhaps you want to take care of Birthday Gifts for 5 little girls.

The tutus can be in any color mix you like the base package includes tutus in any color mix and a ribbon bow on the waist... BUT you can upgrade the package to include the tied ribbons look on your tutus and to include coordinating headbands!!

PLUS the shipping is only a flat rate cost, due to the oversized boxes they may ship parcel post to you depending on your location.

You can even pick any of the new Halloween or Fall color combinations for your deal!!

Sizing and more details out on the website now at:

http://hannahstutus.com/category_63/SPECIAL-PACKAGE-DEAL.htm

Summer Time Giveaways .. check out this week's details below!

A couple of week's ago a swet customer of mine emailed me the picture below of our design Tropical Birthday Girl

we had several comments on facebook about this design the one below from our customer

shows tied ribbons in it and the colors well. This tutu has become one of my favorite

summer time tutus! So this week I'm going to give one away..

It will even have the tied ribbons in it!!

It will be a 18 waist and 7 length

so perfect for about the 1-2 yr old range

SO SCROLL DOWN BELOW THE PICTURES AND FIND OUT HOW TO ENTER TODAY!!

Thank you to our customer that shared this beautiful picture!

Just to show you how this tutu looks in different shots and when outside/inside etc

look at all these pictures of the Tropical Birthday Girl Tutu

Picture above and below from http://www.mistyjonesphotography.com/

Pictures below from http://www.tracyjoy.com/




ENTER NOW THROUGH 11:59 PM CST ON THURSDAY, JULY 1ST, 2010

To enter - please go to our facebook page - then click on the discussions tab
we will have the giveaway entry area set up for the week of July 25th - July 1st there
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hannahs-Tutus/131668296845836?v=app_2373072738&ref=ts


You must post a comment for each entry you partake in
winner will be chosen by random.org on Friday, July 2nd!


(1) Post that you are a fan of us on facebook and get 1 entry

(2) Post an idea for a cute tropical themed summer birthday or a link to some cute ideas for one entry

(3) Become a follower of our blog and get 1 entry

(4) Invite your friends to join our facebook page for 1 entry
(don't forget that next week is our Big Birthday Bash for Hannah and the gift certificate we give away is determined by the amount of fans we have...)

(5) Post a design you love and would love to see in a future giveaway!

Have a fun week!

We have a winner...

Last week's giveaway winner is... facebook poster Tara Reed Photography!! Congratulations!

{TUTU PHOTOGRAPHER FEATURE} Miklus Photography located in Virginia

This week'd feature photographer I met through a very good mutual friend of ours, Chris. Our sweet friend, Chris that did many of my photos passed away earlier this year after battling cancer for years. She is missed by so many, but she also brought many people together through her friendships with many many fellow photographers. Just a week or two ago Karen posted a picture that I loved and we both had to comment on how it reminded us of our friend Chris and a picture she would of taken. So I am pleased to feature Karen of Miklus Photography this week. I love looking at the fabulous pictures she takes and she's been a customer of mine for several years.

Featuring Miklus Photography

http://www.miklusphotography.com

Karen@miklusphotography.com

Stafford, VA

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Stafford-VA/Miklus-Photography/203186440934?ref=ts

How did you find yourself in photography?
I've grown up around photography. My uncle is an amazing photojournalist
and he was always taking pictures of his nieces and nephews as we grew
up. As an adult I look back at the images he took of family members and
it strikes me at how he didn't just take a picture, he captured the
essence of his subjects. You could look into that image and be
instantly transported back to the time and place that image was taken;
even though that person was no longer with us, because of that image you
could still feel them. I wanted to do that too. I wanted to capture
memories, snippets of my life so that I could go back and remember a
time that had already passed. I started with shooting places I visited
and then began shooting the children in the family, including my own.
Showing the relationship between my daughter and all her cousins was
very important to me. As an elementary school teacher, I loved
photographing my students interacting with each other. After the birth
of my second daughter, my husband encouraged me to merge my love of
children with my love of photography. I became hooked! Here I could do
what I loved...playing and interacting with children. I could spend my
time capturing those precious moments in time and preserve so that one
day their parents could look back and "feel" that time again and again.

What is your specialty?

My specialty is children and maternity. Maternity images are so
magical, invoking strong emotion. I love documenting that special
miracle taking place within a woman and helping her to feel as beautiful
as she truly is. Children are just wonderful to work with! I love
spending my time playing with them and capturing that special smile or
look that is the essence of that child...the look that makes mom say,
"That's my baby." When I get that response, I am thrilled because to
me, that's what it's all about.

Do you prefer to shoot indoors or out?
I love the control that I have working in my studio...I'm comfortable
there. However, I love the excitement and spontaneity of an outdoor
shoot. Allowing children to just be themselves in an outdoor
environment is so much fun for me...I can really see their personalities
shine. I love finding the perfect setting to create a really original
image fitting to the subjects personality and I love the sparkle that
natural light creates...it's beautiful and the colors are amazing!


Do you have any tips for aspiring photographers?

Keep shooting! If you love photography the best way to learn and grow
is to keep on shooting. We are our own toughest critics, but don't be
afraid to push yourself to try new things and to keep improving.


What do you like about Hannah's Tutu's?

What's not to love about Hannah's Tutu's! The colors and designs are
wonderful! Looking at Hannah's Tutu's is like a child looking through
the window of a candy store where each colorful treat looks more
delectable than the next!
The quality cannot be beat...they are so well made and lux...no other
tutu's can compare.
Last, but not least.....Lisa's customer service is wonderful...she works
hard to provide her clients with outstanding customer service and it is
very much appreciated ;)


Thanks so much Karen, for taking the time to let us feature you this week!

{TUTU PHOTOGRAPHER FEATURE} Renee Ross Photography located in Minnesota

"Renee Ross Photography"

http://www.reneerossphotography.blogsome.com/

email: fivebyfive_78@yahoo.com

(Check out Renee Ross Photography on Facebook too)

If you are a customer of mine .. there is no doubt that you have looked at our Birthday Bash design and ohh and ahh'ed over it. This design has been our best seller for years... last year Renee submitted a sweet picture to me of the Birthday Bash design to use I just loved it!!! This year Renee has shot several other designs for us, such as the Sweet & Sour Lollipop Tutu and we have several new designs that she's working on photographing currently (I can hardly wait to show off!) So keep an eye out for more of Renee's pictures on our sites!

Now a little bit about Renee....

How did you find yourself in photography?
I have always had a camera, always the one wanting to capture those memories. Well after I had kids my passion grew...people started making comments and asking me to take pics for them, and so I am here.

What is your specialty?

I would say babies and kids.

http://hannahstutus.com/item_573/TUTU-Sweet-Sour-Lollipop-Gal.htm

Do you prefer to shoot indoors or out?

I much prefer outdoor natural light.

Do you have any tips for other aspiring photographers?
If this is your passion, don't give up keep practicing and learn from your mistakes. It doesn't have to be perfect, to be beautiful.

What is your favorite thing about Hannah's Tutus?

The tutu's are the best! So full, extremely well made and the color mixtures just stunning. Lisa is super sweet too.

Any other tad bits you want to tell us about...

little known fact..I love photography so much, I have a tattoo of my first SLR.=)

http://hannahstutus.com/item_89/TUTU-Original-Birthday-Bash.htm

{HANNAH'S TUTUS FRIDAY GIVEAWAY}

We are going to do things a tad different this week...

I know that many customers like myself have limited time between kids and working etc

so we are going to try and run this week's competition on facebook to make it easier

for others to enter, we will keep all the rules posted on the blog but the comments post will be done under the Giveaway Post located on our facebook page

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Hannahs-Tutus/131668296845836?ref=ts

PS yOU MAY HAVE TO LOG DOWN TO FIND THE GIVEAWAY POST ...SORRY THIS WAS A TRY TO SEE WHAT WORKS BETTER AND ONE THING WE DIDNT THINK ABOUT WITH FACEBOOK IS THAT IF SOMEONE POSTS SOMETHING ON THE PAGE IT WILL MOVE THE LINK DOWN FURTHER... SO BE SURE TO LOOK.... AND WE WILL CONSIDER THAT FOR THE LOCATION OF THE GIVEAWAY NEXT WEEK!

We will still determine the winner using http://www.random.org/ and it will be done by who placed a post at that number!!!

We just started our new Fan Page on Facebook a few days ago with 72 fans already tell your friends about our facebook page .. as we get more fans we will start adding some amazing products for giveaways... so tell your friends and every week .. we have some great items to offer in our giveaways this summer, bloomers, tutus sets, gift certificate etc.

Our Goal this week is to get to 300 Fans by next Friday ... so help us do it!!

This week's Giveaway will be the "Sweet Baby Girl"tutu shown in the picture below!

Thanks to http://www.erinbellphotography.com/ for the fabulous photo!
Adorable bow headband shown is available on etsy at http://www.thelittleredwagon.etsy.com/

This tutu is a tiny one made at a 16 waist and features 7 inches of length its apretty mix of colors with a few pretty tied ribbons. Its perfect for the little baby shoots or to give as a Baby Shower or New Baby Gift!

So read below to see what you have to do to earn entries!!

Remember do all of your posts under the GIVEAWAY POST ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE NOT ON OUR BLOG LIKE WE HAVE DONE PREVIOUSLY

1. One entry for being a fan of Hannah's Tutus on facebook, so if you arent a fan join you must post that you are a fan or have joined to get the entry, simply just being a fan doesn't get the entry.

2. Post on your facebook page to your friends to come be a fan of Hannah's Tutus.. then post that you have done this.

3. Comment on whether you would prefer our summer deals and giveaways to be entered into on our facebook page or blog.. so what works best for you!

Good Luck have a great weekend, thanks for being fans and customers!

Entry Posts can be made up until 11:59pm CST June 10th, 2010

We will post the winner on our fb & blog page by 5pm CST, 2010

If the winner does not come forward within 48 hours of posting them,

a new winner will be named.

{Customer Photo Shoots}

A few weeks ago I was contacted by a photographer that had shot one of my tutus. She sent me such a sweet note on my tutus and it was so appreciated (it just happened to come in during a crazy week when my little baby had been at the hospital twice for bronchitus, dehydration etc). Her email note made my day .. so I figured I would share the note and some of the adorable pictures she took of Ms M. Thanks Debbie for such a nice and encouraging note!

Check out the cute pictures Debbie and Ms. M's mom were kind enough to share with me and be sure to check out Debbie's Photography website online at: www.clarkphotographs.com

"Last week Ms. M came in for her birthday photo session. Her mother had chosen
a beautiful elegant dress for the main portrait. I had called her that morning and asked her if by any chance Ms. M had a tutu. So she came in with the cake, balloons, fancy dress and tutu. We started with the main dress of course and our sweet Ms. M was not "feeling it". We got a few beautiful shots, but most of them was Ms. M crying for her Mom. We worried she may not be feeling well. As her Mom changed her out of the dress I said lets just try her in the tutu and see what happens. Well we put the tutu on and WOW she started posing and smiling and the real Ms. M showed up. It was all personality from then on! Every time the lights fired Ms. M would absolutely bring something new to the set. I am so excited and everyone who has seen the photos are going wild over them. I will definitely be using your tutus in my studio. I love the "retro chic" feel it brings. Thanks for an awesome product! I am so glad my client told me about you!"

Sincerely,
Debbie Clark (owner of Clark Photography)
www.clarkphotographs.com

{HANNAH'S TUTUS FRIDAY GIVEAWAY}

This week's Friday Giveaway will take a different route to headbands..

Headbands are great for just matching with little girls outfits, to give as gifts, newborn and little girl photo shoots etc. So this week one lucky entry will have the opportunity to win the fancy headbands shown below.. the flowers are attached to the stretchy fancy elastic and I've sized these to fit about 2-6 mth girls (now depending on head size you may be able to get these to fit a little newborn and girls older than 6 mths since they will stretch).

Enter today! By reading the giveaway entry details below!

Remember you must post for every entry to earn addtl entries to the giveaway!

1. 1 Entry just for folowing our BLOG!

2. 1 Entry for posting the giveaway on your blog (please provide blog link in post)

3. 1 Entry for posting the giveaway on your facebook or twittering about it (post link pls)

4. 1 Entry for visiting any of the photographers I have featured this summer's website and posting something you like about their photography

5. 1 Entry for posting an idea for a new tutu design or bloomer/tutu set you would love to see us create in a future line

6. 1 Entry for going to http://www.hannahstutus.com/ and commenting on what tutu(s) you think might be our top sellers!

So thats a possible 6 entries per a person... start entering the giveway!

Entries must be posted no later than 11:59 PM CST on June 3rd, 2010

~Entries are counted via comments & must have an email listed with them~
~This giveaway is only available to US Residents~
~Winner will be contacted & announced by 5pm on June 4th, 2010 on the Blog!~
~Shipping of Giveaway is covered for any US location~

{TUTU PHOTOGRAPHER FEATURE} Samantha Wacker Photography located in Florida

So its a little late in the day... business was crazy this morning, but I couldn't forget my commitment to feature a photographer customer of mine every week.

This week's feature photographer is Samantha Wacker of Samantha Wacker Photography located in Florida. I was excited when Samantha agreed to let me feature her, she ordered her first tutu from me a few years back and I have to say she does some great work!! I used to sneek peaks at her blog to see the latest wedding shots she had taken, you can always see the FUN in her work.

Check out her website & blog at:
Website: http://www.samanthawackerphotography.com/
Blog: http://www.samanthawackerphotography.blogspot.com/

So lets chat photography and more with Samantha....

How did you find yourself in photography?

I have always loved photography, but it wasn't a true passion until I had my children. After I had my daughter I would surf the web and think "I would love to have that photo of A..." and once my second child was born I knew it was time for me to get my first DSLR. After working with a 35mm film camera for so many years I thought I would know everything right away....NOT the case! :) Digital is so different, but in a good way! I sometimes get so wrapped up with my work now that I forget the real reason I started this...for my kids. I want them to be able to flip through album upon album of photos from their childhood and see our family the way I do!

What is your specialty?

I do believe that every photographer has a talent. Some photographers are amazing with weddings, but not so much with the newborns. I have to say though, I love it all. If I had to choose I think it would be newborns/babies/toddlers (no, I couldn't choose just one). They are the most challenging! It is so rewarding to me when I leave a session and the parent says "he was so rotten, I'll be surprised if we got ANY good photos!" Once I show them the proofs they either cry of joy or they're speechless! It's the best feeling...EVER! I have yet to have an unsuccessful session!

Do your prefer to shoot indoors or out?

Honestly I LOVE shooting outdoors! Don't get me wrong, I love the studio shots too (some of my favorite photos are done from my studio), but outside is amazing. The light, the setting, the colors...it's all amazing! Kids will be themselves and parents feel at ease. I guess it's reassuring for parents when you get someone who is willing to dance with a 2 year old or sing (horribly) to the Little Mermaid! :) In the studio it's a little more like "business" to a kid! I LOVE being able to get kids out of whatever "funk" they show up in.

Do you have any tips for other aspiring photographers?

Every child dreaded hearing their parents say "practice makes perfect" but it's SO true! I haven't taken any photography classes or attended any pricey workshops...everything is self taught and I like to think that I have done really well for myself. All of it has been through practice and determination though. Find your "style" and go with it. Not everyone is going to love your work so don't let your feelings get hurt. Take constructive criticism when it's offered...especially if it comes from a professional photographer.

What is your favorite thing about Hannah's Tutus?

Ahhh, where to begin? Lisa has become a master of the tulle! :) Not one of the tutus that I have from her has come to me wrinkled, thin, or plain! She makes sure they are as full as they can possibly be (which was the main thing that drew me to her tutus). Every last piece of tulle and ribbon is in an exact place making sure it looks fabulous!!! On top of the awesome tutus, Lisa's business etiquette is phenomenal. I think that is key to making a business run smoothly. I literally have NO complaints about her or her products. Having 3 kids myself, I know how tough it can be sometimes to get work done (especially when you stay home with the children and work in between diapers, meals, cleaning, and arguments), but Lisa makes sure her turn-around time is quick! I don't think I could say enough good things about her...

PS ... I know many of you also are like myself and Samantha and working your business around the lives of your children.. in the near future I hope to do a post on sharing how to make your business work around your family .. its hard .. I have 3 children and all are preschool age and under although I work a Mon-Fri business my actual hours are crazy some days I get up and work 6-8 am logging orders before the kids get up ... then I wait til nap time and do replys ... then at 5 I start actually making orders til the late hours and nowadays business has become so busy that I actually have a college student help me .. she is a GOD SEND, some days she watches the kids some days she helps prep orders ... managing a business around a crazy family schedule sure takes alot of energy but I love what I do!! When a customer sends a picture and says thank you for making her birthday outfit .. it makes my job worth every moment!

{HANNAH'S TUTUS FRIDAY GIVEAWAY}

Welcome to the 2nd week of Summer Giveaways and Specials

Last night http://www.bellaclairebaby.com/ and http://www.hannahstutus.com/

released our newest line "Sweet Tweets" so for this week's giveaway one lucky winner

will get to win the "Tweeter Girl TUTU" shown below.

This tutu is made with a mix of Black - Turquoise - Citrus - Coral and accents of aqua and med pink its finished with a blck ribbon bow on the waist.

This tutu is sized for the bigger girls ideally aged 4-6/7 years old and would make a great gift or photo prop for any little girl. My own little Hannah (ok she's not too little anymore) is modeling this new look.

Wonderful pictures by http://www.greatervisionphotography.com/

So here's how to earn an entries in this weeks contest,

entries can be posted until Thursday, May 27th at 11:59pm CST,

duplicate posts of the same entry will be removed.

Be sure to read all of this post for all the hidden extra entrys!

Remember for each entry you earn post on that entry with your email address please

1. Get one entry for being a follower of this blog or adding yourself as a follower

(to add click over to the left on the follow this blog!) Post below

2. Get one entry for checking out

http://hannahstutus.com/category_52/Sweet-Tweets-Designs.htm

at the first 5 Sweet Tweet Tutu Designs and let me know which one is your favorite.

3. Get another entry for going to

http://www.bellaclairebaby.com/

post your favorite item on their website

4. Get another entry for becoming a fan of BellaClaireBaby on facebook

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Bella-Claire-Baby/212979725959?ref=ts

Check out these adorable pictures by http://www.mistyjonesphotography.com/

The pink and aqua set is just so sweet and look how sweet this bracelet is with the set

Bracelet is from http://www.stelladot.com/sites/laurengoldman

5. Earn an extra entry by going to Lauren's Stella Dot website and

checking out the new Girls Line of jewelry - afterwards come and post

on what piece of jewelry you like best

http://www.stelladot.com/sites/laurengoldman

This adorable picture below is by http://www.tracyjoy.com/

the bright fun look is great for the birdy parties!

6. Get an addtl entry for posting this giveaway on either your facebook page or tweet about it, pls leave link to post in your entry post.

7. Addtl entry for posting an article on the giveaway on your blog - please post link to blog in your entry.

Wow thats 7 Entries!!! But you can earn an extra bonus 8th entry by posting a link to a great birdy party theme - maybe its partyware, favor ideas, cakes... so search the web or etsy and find something cutesy that would be perfect for that sweet bird-day party theme and post the link.

~Entries are counted via comments & must have an email listed with them~
~This giveaway is only available to US Residents~
~Winner will be contacted & announced by 5pm on May 28th, 2010 on the Blog!~
~Shipping of Giveaway is covered for any US location~


This giveaway is now closed see above for the winner!

{NEW DESIGNS} TWEET TWEET

CHECK OUT THE LATEST DESIGNS THAT JUST TWEETERED IN!

These cute birdy looks with tutus have been in the works for a while we wanted to introduce

some special cute and fun looks for the summer .. don't worry these birdys can come in many colors so you will be bound to see more coming soon.

NOT TO MENTION... This coming week's giveaway will be for one of the new Sweet Tweet Tutu's so be sure to check back on the blog tomorrow and find out how to enter to win in the giveaway (just a few hours left in this past week's getaway so if you haven't entered yet.. scroll down below and be sure to enter before 11:59 pm CST tonight!!

So just a sneak preview of a few of the Sweet Tweet Line Pictures.. I'll show off a few more in tomorrow's Giveaway Post!

Tops and Bloomers by www.bellaclairebaby.com

Tutus now available on www.hannahstutus.com -

click under Sweet Tweets Section

SWEET TWEETER TUTU

Picture by www.greatervisionphotography.com

TWITTER GIRL TUTU

Picture by www.mistyjonesphotography.com

Yes... I know its not a tutu but I couldnt help but to show the adorable Sweet Tweet Burb cloths, the perfect gift burb cloths, bibs, bloomers and a sweet tutu! I mean can www.bellaclairebaby.com get ANY CUTER with this burb cloth design!!

Birthday Tweetie Tutu
Picture by www.tracyjoy.com

Bird-Day Girl Tutu

Pictures by www.tracyjoy.com

So check back tomorrow to see more fun pictures of this new line

and to see which tutu is being given away!

{TUTU PHOTOGRAPHER FEATURE} Tracy Joy Photography located in Illinois

Its Feature Tuesday...


This week I am featuring Tracy Joy Photography http://www.tracyjoyphotography.com/ located in the Chicago area of Illinois.

Photography Website: www.TracyJoy.com
Blog Link: www.TracyJoy.com/photoblog

I just can't say enough things about Tracy. She's been doing many of my pictures for almost a year and a half now. She's great at getting wonderful tutu and bloomer shots and has an awesome model thats as cute as a button (when I see pictures of her she reminds me alot of my little girl). I first met Tracy when she took some fabulous pictures of one of my tutus that her friend had purchased from me ..and its seems as though we have been friends ever since.

Now let me just give Tracy's friend a shout out because she runs a business "Bangerang Bakeshop" http://www.bangerangbakeshop.com/ and I've had the pleasure of indulging in one, two, okay maybe a few of her fabulous cupcakes in a jar, my favorite was a chocolate mint cupcake that was offered but this morning I took a sneak peak at her flavors and that red velvet was calling my name!! Check out her website the cupcakes are great for gifts!

Anyway, back to Tracy who is just full of talent and super busy all the time with all the businesses she takes on. As I will for each feature I asked Tracy a few questions for this post.

How did you find yourself in photography?

I've always had an "eye" for photography... looking at things from a different aspect then the normal person would. Seeing a street full of graffiti and thinking "wow, those are beautiful colors!"... or the sparkle in a child's eye, and seeing that moment "still" or in slow motion and dreaming of capturing that specific second in time. Not to mention... I love all things art, in general. My grandfather owned an art gallery when I was young, and I remember how the paintings all filled me with dreams and curiousity... how the painter captured that exact moment and put it into a piece of art. That is how I think of of my photography... it's not a job, it's not a piece of paper or a digital clip... I try to make a piece of art that is unique in the smallest (or largest) way I can! For instance, seeing a mother and child in those first days of life, and being able to feel the love straight through the lens, and capturing an instant that can last a lifetime to that mother...

What is your specialty?

I love working with kids..... and I think kids love working with me. I can put myself into the world of a 2y old, and pull them out of their "regular stranger shyness", and they happily let me capture something wonderful through my lens. Parents must think I'm nuts (cuz of the corny things I do to get a kids smile or sweet wink), but the kids surely find me amusing! haha! I love baby giggles, kiddie toes, lil button noses... the whole nine yards! And twins... what a blast that is! Not a challenge by any means... it just means following their moment, and their personality... and capturing them each, as they are... LOVE THEM!

Do you prefer to shoot indoors or out?

I love both, for different reasons. I love the sharpness of the entire shot that I can capture with my lil home studio. And the control over my lighting makes things very persistant and sweet... not to mention my room full of props that I can quickly thumb through and incorporate into my studio shoot. HOWEVER.. I Love the challenge of the outdoors! Esp with older kids, and teens... finding that great urban spot can really make a difference and show a true personality and extra edge.

Do you have any tips for other aspiring photographers?

DON'T HOLD BACK! We can be our worst critics... it's an aweful thing. Take pride in your work... and in YOU. If this is what you love, jump right in... feet first of course :)

What is your favorite thing about Hannah's Tutus? Do I have to come up with one thing? First of all.. Lisa is a peach... just a wonderfully talented, well rounded, gal! Her products.. TOP NOTCH! I've never had a tutu from Hannahs that I wasnt in love with.... EVER! They are full to the brim with lovely soft tulle, and full of color combos that leave me breathless (yes, no exaggeration... opening a box from Hannah's tutus is like Christmas every time!)

I LOVE props... esp girly things! I also have another company www.PropInsanity.com where I review and feature unique and fun props and their creators... Hannah's was one of my first, and a favorite of mine! I have a wall of tutus in my house... and nothing brings a smile to a clients face than when their eyes meet that rainbow of yummy tulle!

Check out these additional sites of Tracy's to see great props and Camera Bags!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/TracyJoyPhotography?ref=ts

http://www.propinsanity.com/

http://www.pinkheelsboudoir.com/

http://www.thejoybag.com/

Before I close this post - let me remind you just a few days left in the giveaway check out the post and enter to try and win then return this Friday to find out the winner and what great giveaway I have in store starting this Friday with our summer of specials and giveaways!