Yup. Way behind, again... but here's some winter news!

Hey everybody!  Lots going on at CWP including a completely new loook for my website, so check it out if you haven't already!  

I will post images soon, but I wanted to be sure to update you on upcoming events:

Going on now thru December 7, 2009 is the Cuyahoga Valley National Park Associations's annual online auction Bids For Kids, which I am a participant again this year.  Get some holiday shopping done while supporting kids and the environment!

Saturday, December 12, 2009 I will be hosting Holiday Pet Portrait sessions at Troutman Vineyards in Wooster, Ohio to help out Give Pets A Chance.  Contact me to arranage your appointment for only $20!

...then!!!  Coming in February - I'll be at the Winery at Wolf Creek in Norton, Ohio for Valentine's Day also helping out for Give Pets A Chance!  Arrange your time for either Saturday, February 6 or Sunday, February 14th, 2010! 

Thanks for all that voted for me in the Cleveland Fox 8 HOT List!  I unfortunately didn't win this year, but your support was wonderfully overwhelming to me, so thank you!!! 

Have you noticed my new logo and branding?  I just love it and wanted to share my design "secret agent!"  If you have your own small business and looking for logo design or marketing material help - I highly recommend contacting graphic designer, Amber Mabe.  Her portfolio is beauiful!  I hope you give her a call.  She's incredible to work with and has wonderful ideas! 

Lastly, please visit me on Facebook and "Become a Fan" of Catherine Widemire Photography!  Thank you for your continued support of my work! 

See you again on my blog real soon!  Enjoy the season!
Cat!

Family Photography Fundraiser for SGWS!

I have always been a creative person and I feel the importance to share that with others. It is also our responsibility to understand the importance of schools that help develop our children into creative individuals. That's what Spring Garden Waldorf School (SGWS), in Copley, is all about.


Waldorf education started in Germany and focuses the education process using a sensory environment. In this world where the arts are being dismissed as unimportant enough to eliminate them from certain public school systems - Waldorf celebrates art in the everyday student experience. I challenge you to learn more about the importance of Waldorf education and the Spring Garden Waldorf School located right in your backyard, in Copley OH.


Unlike traditional parochial schools, SGWS does not have the parish funding to help support the expenses of maintaining the school facility, salaries and all that goes with a private institution. In order to keep tuition as low as possible, each year, SGWS hosts an auction to benefit the school and ultimately the children of SGWS. This auction takes place each spring.


I do not have children that attend SGWS. But a dear friend of mine has a son who does, and I have watched that boy grow into a young man because if his education at SGWS. That should show you how much this means to me in that I have helped by volunteering my time toward this worthy educational system.


Here's where I am asking for your help this holiday season. I am offering you, a $50 family photography session to benefit the 2009 SGWS Auction. This can be booked now thru the end of the year and just in time for the holidays.


There's no catch. It's all about giving. Happy Holidays! Contact me right away to book your session. Be sure to mention the SGWS auction to receive this special rate.

For more information on how you or your business can donate to the SGWS 2009 Auction, please contact Colleen Smith at sgwsauction2009@gmail.com. Thank you!

2008 Bids for Kids Auction starts November 21st!

November 2008

I am pleased to announce my participation in the 2008 CVNPA's annual online Bids for Kids auction benefiting the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center! Starting November 21st - December 7th, you can bid online for a one hour family story portrait photography session with me! I also am including an 8x10 print of your choice.

Learn more about the importance of this great cause here! Happy bidding!