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December 2012

Greetings!


You rock!  Seriously, have I told you lately how much I appreciate you??

I already feel like the luckiest girl on the planet to be able to do what I love for a living, but while editing a big job over the weekend I was struck by a particular aspect of what I do that satisfies me to my core:

I get to celebrate YOU through my work.  I have the honor of using my passion and vision to highlight the beauty that I see in YOU and/or YOUR creativity.  Everybody wins! 

YOU.  My inspiration: my treasured clients, colleagues, friends and family: I want to take a moment to say how amazing YOU are, and what an honor it is to know and work with you.  Whether or not we have already or have yet to collaborate, your support -- and in fact your existence -- inspires me and lifts me up.  It is an honor to share the journey with you.

So, I THANK YOU and wish you an extraordinarily wonderful day!

Jennifer Koskinen
Merritt Design Photo  

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NEW COLLABORATION : Denver Center Theatre Company . . .
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THREE MUSKETEERS this fall in the Stage Theatre | Denver Center Theatre Company

If you follow Merritt Design Photo on facebook, you may have noticed quite a few theatrical photos lately.  My son's thespian ways have officially spilled over and I'm thrilled to announce a new collaboration as the performance photographer for the 2012-2013 season with the amazing Denver Center Theatre Company! 

Like Merritt Design Photo on facebook to follow along as the amazing season unfolds.  And then, by all means, go check out some of the world class live theatre -- gorgeous sets, stunning costumes and incredible talent -- that we have right here in Denver!!

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WHITE CHRISTMAS through Dec 24 in the Buell Theatre | Denver Center Theatre Company

HIGHLIGHT : NON-PROFIT WORK . . .

For years I have treasured my work with Mountainfilm and Telluride AIDS Benefit. Over the past few months I've had the great honor of working with some new (to me) non-profit organizations doing incredible work in Denver such as:
  • Level One Society -- working with Denver Health Foundation to provide funding for child and adolescent mental health research and services in Colorado
  • Blue Star Theatres -- providing discounted tickets to military personnel, veterans and their families (Denver Center Theatre Company is a participating member)
  • WalkDenver -- promoting pedestrian friendly growth in Denver (see Better Block Jefferson Park feature in Westword) 
  • Opera Colorado -- fundraising to provide education and access to the Arts 
  • McNichols Building -- located in Civic Center park, this gorgeous historic building was the original home of Denver's Public Library.  After being vacant for decades, it has just been re-opened as a public venue space, managed by Arts & Venues Denver, and is sure to be an exciting addition to Denver's Arts scene.  Check out these ridiculously fun photos from a benefit party for Level One Society | Denver Health Foundation on Halloween.  
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Theatre Communications Group / Blue Star Theatres press conference at the DCTC

PUBLISHED + NEWS . . .
I still recall how excited I was the first time I saw a photo of mine in print -- it was a single photo across a double page spread, and I danced like a crazy woman when I saw it!  Six years later, it is still a thrill to be published.  If you have a fantastic project which deserves exposure, lets discuss how we can work together to get your work in front of the right potential clients!  Here are a few samples of Merritt Design Photo features currently running:

This incredible One Architects home in Telluride, CO was featured as Wall Street Journal's House of the Day this fall:
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A fun commission to photograph director Barry Sonnenfeld and his incredible home and media room appears in a multi-page spread in Home Theater magazine this month. 
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Photos from this lovely Tommy Hein Architects' home in are running in a 10 page feature in Luxe (autumn, Colorado edition).
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And more features are on the way, including an exciting upcoming iphoneography feature in Modern in Denver magazine (YAY!) in the winter edition (look for it next week)!

And last but not least, one of my favorite print houses, MagCloud, recently ran a publisher profile on my small business!  Check out the fun Q&A here, and if you've been considering a custom designed publication for your business, let's discuss the possibilities!
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HOLIDAY PREPARATION : PHOTOS + GIFTS . . .

Two ways Merritt Design Photo can help you prepare this season!
 
1) Yes, it IS December, but it's never too late for family photos (especially if you're like me and have been known to send out "Happy late January" cards on account of a crazier than normal holiday season!)  I've been having a blast photographing families this season, and if time has run away from you but you'd still LOVE photos... I could be persuaded to squeeze in a few late "procrastinator special" sessions. Call or Email NOW if you're considering a last minute session!
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2) Looking for a unique, affordable gift idea for clients?  Filled with sensual, seasonal iphoneography and featuring some of my favorite quotes about photography and design, this 8x8 calendar could be just what you're looking for!  Preview the full calendar here!
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LOOKING AHEAD...

2013 is poised to be a great year!!  My wish for you is a holiday season low on stress and high on laughter, good health and joy... and lots of great photos!

Happy HAPPY Holidays!!
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Jennifer Koskinen | Photographer
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