Celebrating Autumn with New Items in the Etsy Shop!

Hello Hello Hello EVERYONE! 

I know it's been a long time since I last blogged and I do apologize. Summer kept us busy! I hope summer treated you all well, and that you're as excited about Autumn as I am. 

Autumn is my favorite season, with summer coming in a close second.  I love the crisp air, the changing leaves, hoodies and comfy jeans, apple cider, and all the wonderful things that come along with the season. 

Being that  summer isn't really a big season for my Etsy shop.  I decided not to keep it stocked. However, I now have some new things listed, and more on the way. 

Here we have a cute winter headband/earwarmer in Day Glow! Who doesn't love all these fabulous neon shades! I imagine this on the ski slopes! They will definitely see you coming!
Click on photo to see more pics and the Etsy listing! 

I'd also like to share a sneak peek of some hats that I will be listing very soon! I love how fun this is in the variegated yarn! Solids are awesome as well, and I will be listing some of those too! Clicking this photo will take you to my Powers Of Love Facebook Page where you can find more info, coupon codes, new items, etc. 

What's your favorite season and why?
Let me know with a comment below! 

LM Mesmer Photography {#Giveaway ends 5/20}

How would you like to win a beautiful 8x10 print of one of my original photo's, or a $10 gift card to Starbucks?

Well... you can.... 

My friend over at 2justByoublog is hosting a giveaway and you can enter to win! Two winners will be drawn , and you have until 5/20/2015 to enter. 

 

Click the pics above to be taken to her blog where you can read about the giveaway and enter to win!

Good luck my friends! 

Mezzy's T Shop Storefront NOW OPEN

Tee Spring storefront now open! 

I'm trying to raise money for two small trips. One this summer up the North Shore of Nothern Minnesota to photography places I haven't been in many years. From Split Rock Lighthouse to Lake Superior Shores and everything in between. I plan to share my art on my facebook page and this blog as well as hold a few giveaway for some of my favorite prints. 

I'm also trying to save money to take a trip with my closest cousin J. She and I share a great love of photography, and want to take a trip to the UP. Neither of us have been, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to take some beautiful photos. Again, we hope to share those pics on our facebook sites and hold a couple giveaways for prints. 

We chose the North Shore and the UP because they are both beautiful places that aren't too far from home. Both have things we love...water, nature, and serenity which we could both use a bit of. 

My storefront is a way for me to design tees that are fun, while helping to put away funds to take these trips. 

Please check out my storefront here....  Mezzy's T Shop 

Each campaign runs for a certain amount of time, but no worries, there will be new ones popping up. 

Grab yourself a great tee and help a couple Midwestern Gals click their way through nature. Thanks so much, and please feel free to share this blog post, and like the designs on teespring. ♥

NEW Facebook Page & A Giveaway

Hello, hello, hello.... I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. 

I wanted to share with you two awesome little tidbits of information. 

First... I have started a facebook page for my photography. I would LOVE it, and be ever so grateful if you hopped on over and gave it a "like". Remember... on Facebook , "likes" from personal pages are what counts, but if you leave me a comment with your fan page I will make sure to "like" back. 

You can find my new page here .... L.M. Mesmer Photography 

Here is just a sample of my work..... 

Clicking on the pic will take you to my RedBubble shop where you can see my photography as well as digital art work.


Second..... Penny Pinching Polly is back, and she's holding a Grand Reopening Giveaway
There are over 30 great prizes you can enter to win, and L.M. Mesmer Photography has sponsored one. The giveaway closes at 11:59 EST on 4/15/15. All prizes have free shipping to the U.S.! Head on over, check out Penny's awesome page, give it a like and get in on this fabulous giveaway! 

Make sure you enter to win our prize! I know you will love it! 

Happy Easter

A Peek Into One Of My Passions

Today I want to share with you a peek into one of my passions.

Photography. 

I've always loved taking photo's. I remember as a child,  loading the film and sticking the flash stick in the camera. I remember in sixth grade I got my own Minty gGreen LeClic Disc Camera. Le Clic was "the thing" back then. Yes, I am a product of the 80's and wish I still had that trippy green camera! You can read more about by clicking the pic or the link below the pic. 

Photo from:  Retro Thing:Vintage Gadgets & Technology

When I graduated and moved to Cali to be a nanny I had a low end 35 mm that I used the heck out of, and took with me almost everywhere. Soon I was babysitting for my bosses friends who knew how much I loved photography, and it was for my Birthday they bought me a Kodak 35mm camera that was a HUGE step up from what I already owned. I'm not sure how many rolls of film I developed at the local Rite Aide but I'm pretty sure I was one of their regulars. Looking back at all those pics makes me smile, and brings back some wonderful memories. Some not so wonderful, but they all make me who I am today, and I'm glad I took them nonetheless.

Of course over the years my camera's and my photography has evolved. By no means do I call myself a professional, but I have had some professionals tell me I have a good eye, and a natural talent, which is always nice to hear. I long to learn more, and get better.

Awhile back with the encouragement of a friend I decided to open a shop on RedBubble  where you can get a variety of my original digital art, and digital photography. While I love taking photo's of people, it's sunsets, clouds and nature that really piques my interest. Below is just a sample of my work. If you would like to see more. Please feel free to check out my shop on RedBubble 

Most pictures and digital art pieces can be purchased in everything from posters and prints to stickers and tote bags.

Which piece do you like best? 

Let me know in the comments below! 

Carlos Playground Project

Who remembers playing on the playground when you were in elementary school? I know I do. 

The swings were my favorite, but of course I enjoyed all of the equipment. When school was out for the summer the neighborhood kids still used the equipment to play and have fun. That's also how things work at Carlos Elementary School in Carlos, MN.

 It's a small, close knit town, with great people, and a wonderful school. However... the playground equipment is in much need of replacement. Some of the equipment is almost as old as I am, and I'm no spring chicken.

Fortunately they have been able to raise some of the funds, and have a community build day set up to install the new equipment. Unfortunately, they only have approximately 11 weeks left to raise the remainder of the funds needed to move forward.

Below you will find some information about the project and a link to the GiveForward page. Please, remember, no amount is too small. Every single dollar counts! If you can't give monetarily PLEASE share this blog post, their GiveForward site. Tweet, Pin, Like, share on Facbook, Stumble, G+, everything and anything to get their cause seen will help. 

Carlos Playground | Carlos Playground Project

The much-loved Carlos Elementary playground is in need of renovation and repair.

"Our goal is to create a space that increases physical challenge, social activity, and accessibility, and addresses safety issues. We are looking for philanthropic partners to help us complete this project. Please give careful consideration to include the Carlos Playground project in your giving.

The Carlos school has been serving families in our area since 1978. With capital investments being made by our school district and our community, we know Carlos will continue to serve students for many years to come. The playground is a community amenity that is accessed year-round, seven days a week. It is an important community space that is utilized by many.

Access to a quality local elementary school adds value to our community by attracting families to live in the area. The education our students receive is among the best in the state. Our teachers provide highly individualized attention to our students, and our students work hard. Carlos’ standardized test scores are among the highest in our district and are consistently over the state averages.

Please help us complete this project by contributing. Due to some of the safety concerns, we are looking to complete the June of this year. Your donation dollars would be put to work right way."

For more information, updates, to donate and to share please CLICK HERE

Also feel free to share this blog post!