Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Happy Holidays!
As we consider gifts this holiday season, I’ve put together a short, but sweet Holiday Gift Guide tailored for photographers and art enthusiasts. This is a blended collection of items that I have created, as well as sharing a few of my favorite products from brands that I use.
Each item in this guide is a personal fave, carefully selected to inspire creativity and enhance the photography experience. Join me in making this holiday season a celebration of art, memories, and the spirit of friendship and love.
Creations from Kate!
GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR SESSIONS OR ONE-ON-ONES
Pre-purchase a session for yourself or a friend or family member. Gift Certificates are now available in increments to cover the session fee, as well as sales tax.
Gift Certificates - Starting at $330
Treat a friend or a loved one to the transformative experience of a professional headshot session. A professional headshot ensures they put their best image forward in personal and professional realms. It's more than a gift; it's an investment in their self-representation and a celebration of the power of a great image.
One-On-One Session - $125
Pre-purchase a one-on-one session for yourself, a friend or family member. These sessions include the opportunity to sit down with Kate and dive into photography essentials, or topics like travel or street photography, and beyond.
SAVE 20% ON EBOOKS, STICKERS & BOOKMARKS WITH PROMO CODE: “HOLIDAY2023”
Ebooks - Starting at $7.50
My ebooks cover a range of topics from Street Photography and Long Exposure photography, and expanded text on The Art of Mobile Photography, which serves as a general primer on photography no matter the camera.
Stickers - Starting at $3.00
A new addition to my shop this holiday season are stickers! 2 sizes, 4 designs, the best deal is the sticker pack which includes all 4 stickers.
Bookmarks - $15.00
Handpainted, floral bookmarks by Kate. Only a handful currently available in the shop!
A few of my favourite things…. ;)
LENSBABY
There is a broad variety of fun to explore with Lensbaby lenses and creative tools. My go-to tool is probably the OMNI Filter Kit. The essential kit is a great start to creative exploration with in-camera tools. Check out this YouTube video for more on OMNI filter kit.
For my mirrorless camera friends who love to travel, or want to dip their toes into the realm of Lensbaby lenses, check out the TRIO 28, it includes 3 effects in one lens and will always garner questions from passersby while you are making cool photos. And another YouTube video on the TRIO 28 includes a ton of examples from Seattle to Dubai.
Last but not least, the Velvet 56. This lens I’ve used off and on for at least ten years, though I’ve probably only owned it for 5 years now. I’ve had opportunities to use it in portrait and floral work over the years and the soft focus it creates is simply stunning.
There is a sale happening over at Lensbaby.com and you can save a little bit more with this promo code: “WHAILEY”.
FUJIFILM
If you have followed this space or my Instagram feed, you probably already know my long love of FUJIFILM cameras and lenses. I’ve had a true love of instant film photography since I was a kid and am always excited to see what FUJIFILM will come up with next.
Recently, my go-to Instax camera is their newer EVO camera, the camera is available in Brown or Black. Designed to use their MINI film, this is a great party/travel camera, as it is a hybrid camera. This means you can capture digitally with a glass lens, onto micro SD cards, and then print images that you love. You can also connect your phone to the camera and print images from your phone!
POLAROID
Continuing the journey of instant gratification and film, are some faves from Polaroid! Polaroid instant cameras have been around a bit longer than the FUJIFILM instax options but each offers it’s own unique film size, and film stock.
Recently I’m having a lot of fun with the POLAROID NOW + , as well as the teeny POLAROID GO.
If you’re new to POLAROID, use this link on your first order with Polaroid to save 10% on your order.
PORTLAND LEATHER GOODS
I have another long love, bags. HAHA. I came across Portland Leather Goods 2-3 years ago and now have been replacing some of my older bags with theirs.
Some faves inclue the Tote Pack, I have a laptop version and the smaller version for days when I just want to carry a little. And don’t get me started on their Crossbody bags, I have a couple, the mini is a great option for a daily carry purse, that holds a lot but is also still small.
And their envelope wallets are great for those of us who want a small wallet for just a few cards and cash.
If you’re new to Portland Leather Goods, use this link to SAVE 30% off your first order of $100 (Premium Products only).
Okay my friends, that is the list so far. I may add a few things here and there as the season continues, but I wanted to keep it all simple!
Some of these links are affiliate links, this means I may receive a discount or financial compensation, but will provide you with an additional benefit, free product or deeper discount!