They're here! Our holiday cards have arrived and I can't wait to send them out. We had a lot of fun with them this year. My brother Christopher came over, wrapped us up in colored lights and shot us in the dark. Our inspiration was one-part Wes Anderson, one-part dork. What do you think?
We used Tiny Prints again, my beloved long-time sponsor. I'm always so impressed with their beautiful selection of designer cards. The modern Happy Everything design by Robyn Miller was perfect because (a) it looked great with our photo, (b) Hal is Jewish, and (c) it doubles as a New Year's card. All bases covered!
Would you like to see a few outtakes?
I promise my face-making skills are better than this, but it was quite challenging to change expressions without moving the lights. Believe it or not, each bulb had to be strategically placed so we didn't look too nightmarish. Our mistake was using icicle-style lights, as they were extra hard to control. In the last photo, Christopher captured the kiss just as Hal's lights fell off his head. But doesn't the movement effect look cool?
If you're on the fence about sending cards, it's not too late to order from Tiny Prints before the holidays. Even if they don't arrive until after Christmas (heck, even New Year's), family and friends still love getting them. I know I do!
P.S. Our holiday card from 2012, none from 2011 (fail), 2010 and 2009 (our very first one).
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{Images by Christopher Bachmann Photography}
