10 Happy Things for November
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HAPPY NOVEMBER
Is everyone as stressed about the election as I am? If yes, hopefully this will help distract you for a few minutes.
10 HAPPY THINGS
As always, this list is pretty random, but hopefully something on it will bring you joy!
1. Intrigued by this article about a family's digital detox.
3. How fun does this 50 mile art tour through Wisconsin sound? Also, I really want to stay at some of the most beautiful National Park hotels in the US. And travel to some of these places in 2025.
4. Just bought this cookbook and this cookbook. Now I just have to use them.
5. I've been on a blogging binge lately, check out some new weddings, engagements, and families here.
6. Living in the Shadow of an American Election - how amazing are these photos?
7. No matter what happens in this election (and the next 4 or more years) I want to make it clear that I will always photograph people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, races, countries, sizes, ages, and everything else. Unless you are mean, I really hate photographing mean people.
8. Love this.
9. What Wedding Planners Wish You Didn't Spend Money On (I agree with everything, except may #3)
10. It's holiday card season! As always, Pinhole Press makes my absolute favorite cards (I love the quality of their paper and that the colors are vibrant and "true"). Use the code DARCY15 for a 15% discount.
BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENT
LAST YEAR, 2% OF MY NET PROFITS WENT TO THE ACLU & PLANNED PARENTHOOD. AS WILL 2% OF MY 2024 PROFITS.
I know 2% isn't a ton of money, but at least it's a start. And these are two causes in which I strongly believe.
Do you have causes you care about? This is a reminder that I offer a pay-it-forward discount for families (see question #22) where you receive $50 off the cost of your session if you give the money to charity.
I also offer a similar, but larger, discount for weddings clients. Contact me for details.
BUSINESS UPDATE
COUPLES & FAMILIES - WINTER IS STARTING TO FILL UP!
November is booked solid, but I still have openings in December, which is a great time for cookie baking and tree decorating sessions. Or just having fun outside.
Also, if you're interested in next year, this is a reminder that my rates decrease in the winter and January is already almost full.
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For info on my family rates, click here.
And for info on my couples rates, click here.
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FOR WEDDINGS, I'M BOOKING INTO 2025.
If you're thinking of eloping or planning a mirco-wedding, please get in touch - I have lots of advice/suggestions!
Also, if you're interested in wedding venues/locations, here are some of my favorites.
RECENT REVIEWS
As cliched as it sounds, reviews mean the world to small businesses like mine - so THANK YOU again to everyone who wrote one!!
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From the moment we first met Darcy, we knew we had found s
someone truly special to capture our wedding day. She exceeded our expectations in every way possible. Darcy has an incredible talent for capturing the most intimate and candid moments, making us feel completely at ease throughout the entire process.
On our wedding day, she blended seamlessly into the background, capturing each detail and emotion without us even realizing she was there. The photos are absolutely breathtaking! Each image tells a story, showcasing the joy and love shared among our family and friends. We were so impressed with her creativity and attention to detail. She had fantastic ideas for shots and made sure to capture the little moments that made our day special. The final gallery exceeded all our expectations, and we couldn't be happier with the results. In addition to her talent, Darcy was professional, organized, and a pleasure to work with. She communicated with us every step of the way and was incredibly responsive to our questions and requests. We highly recommend Darcy to any couple looking for a wedding photographer who will not only provide stunning images but also make the experience enjoyable and memorable. Thank you, Darcy, for capturing our special day so beautifully! - Saige
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Darcy is the best photographer you will find in the DC area. Her passion, communication, and experience sets her apart from all the others. My fiancé and I used Darcy for engagement photos and we both agreed her photos were the best pictures we have together. Darcy’s kindness, genuineness, and expertise made the session absolutely seamless. My fiancé and I are both in the aviation industry and we wanted some different pictures for our second location. Darcy was more than supportive with our request and captured some incredible photos. Again, we could not recommend Darcy enough as her work truly shines. - Bryce
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Darcy is a real artist. Her photography made me look beautiful but still recognizably me. I engaged her for dating profile pictures and she delivered! There were so many wonderful shots to choose from and we managed to get in an array of looks. Darcy is so easy to work with and gives great direction. She picked great locations that maximized what we were going for. I couldn’t be happier. The rate she charged me was both reasonable and affordable.
I highly recommend Darcy Troutman for any event. Darcy is a professional, great to work with, and delivers high-end work that you will love. Take a look at her portfolio and you’ll see why she’s so great! - Lore
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HAVE A GREAT MONTH
& DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!
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