Category: Photography

The Parent Pod: Business Spotlight Anna Fleischmann Photography

1/28/2021

The Parent Pod is a weekly virtual show brought to you by Cape Cod Moms and featuring local family friendly businesses, highlighting local parents, discussing important topics, spreading some kindness and more! Be sure to submit questions, submit a friend to win a prize & join us LIVE for other prizes! For 2021 we will be switching to Friday nights for the school year!

This week on our NEW night Friday, January 29, 2021, we will be chatting with local mom & photographer, Anna Fleischmann as part of our spotlight series on locally mom/parent owned businesses. We will also be sharing some of her amazing photos and why she loves the in between moments as well as her upcoming Valentine's Sessions in her studio and Valentine's Day mini sessions with Little Codders. She will be sharing about her photography journey, how important it is to find balance between parents and our passions, as well as her perspective on the journey of motherhood. Definitely tune in and share your thoughts with us for a chance to win a prize or using the link above nominate your bestie to receive a gift of kindness from us! We love surprising people live!

So tune in LIVE on our Facebook Page or our YouTube Page at 8pm!

If you miss it, don't worry the replay will be uploaded here once the show is over!

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Cape Cod Parent Resource Fair Spotlight: Fleeting Moment Photography

1/19/2019

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With the Cape Cod Parent Resource Fair rapidly approaching we will be sharing blog posts on our participating sponsors, vendors and nonprofits. You will find out more about these amazing businesses and what they offer to our community. They will be sharing their services, advice, what challenges face our community as well as upcoming events they will be having. Make sure to check out our virtual program and resource guide ahead of the event so you can plan for what you want to see! Childcare is available as well for use during speaker panels. If you preregister for the speakers or childcare you will earn extra raffle tickets-just email us and you will receive tickets at the door! We hope to see you at the Resource Fair!

The 2nd Cape Cod Parents Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Cape Cod Community College in the Cafe, use lot 9.

All parents, caregivers and children will enjoy this educational and fun resource fair. Attendees can connect with local family-friendly nonprofit organizations, resource providers and businesses that are dedicated to helping families in our community grow and prosper. The event will feature informative parent-focused sessions for adults led by area professionals along with fun and engaging entertainment for the whole family including music, art, yoga and even a dance class!

Every ticket holder will be entered to win a swag bag plus receive additional entries for the other giveaways from local businesses.

Purchase Your Ticket

Fleeting Moments Photography

1. Tell us about your business/non profit and how it benefits local families?

Fleeting Moments Photography was born out of the love of capturing life's fleeting moments. We give back to the community in many different ways and love to capture families on Cape.

2.     Where is it located?

We are located in South Dennis but really our office is anywhere you would like to shoot. We travel to a location that is near and dear to your heart so when you look at the photos you are reminded of the significance of the location and people in that photo. If you don't have a location in mind, we can suggest some really beautiful ones.

3.     What is your favorite thing about our community?

Cape Cod is a special place where everyone is accepted and I have found that everyone is so inviting and accepting of everyone.

4.     How else do you get involved with the community?

We will offer our services to companies or events to help with promoting their cause.

5.     What do you think are the biggest challenges facing parents in our community? Parents are faced with challenges that our parents never had to face. In this world of technology it is very important to monitor what our children are doing in every facet of their lives.

6.     What is your favorite memory or story over the years involving you and your business?

We have captured many families and some of those family members have passed since our session. I love that I am able to freeze that moment in time and help them remember the moments that mean the most.

7.     What advice would you give parents and caregivers in our community?

Take a ton of pictures. Show up in photos. Photos don't have to be taken by a professional photographer to mean something. Our children don't look at us like we look at ourselves. They do not see the flaws in ourselves that we see. They see "mom" or "dad" and we owe it to them to give them those memories.

8.     Do you have any specials, events, or anything else taking place this upcoming year that our parents should know about?

Fleeting Moments Photography would love to capture you and your family. For anyone that mentions the resource fair we will take $25 off your session fee. One other thing that I would like to mention is that we are really good at working with children with special needs. I have a child with Aspbergers and from firsthand experience I can tell you that it's not easy. I have taken my experiences and learned to work with children that may have difficulty during a family photo session. There is nothing to be embarassed about with me. To me they are all children that have loving families that want to document their journey. No judgement here.

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Canvas Factory Turns Photographs Into Great Gifts

10/20/2018

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Canvas Factory Turns Photographs Into Great Gifts
By: Sarah R

“Say cheese!” Like many other parents, I am always trying to capture the precious moments with my young son. Where I struggle is finding the best way to display my photographs beyond my smartphone and computer screen. I am often overwhelmed by all the photo gift websites with their near-constant emails, difficult to navigate websites, and sub-par quality products.

Therefore, when I looked at the Canvas Factory web site (http://www.canvasfactory.com/ if you are from USA and http://www.canvasfactory.com/ca if you are from Canada), I was impressed by its clean graphics, the easy to navigate photo tools, and quick check-out process.

My son and I worked together to select a photo memory that he wanted to display on a canvas in his “big boy” bedroom. This very special photo shows us spraying my husband with a fire hose after his last military flight, a once in a lifetime honored tradition in his unit. The site provides a variety of sizes, shapes, and styles to fit the photo you select. I decided to lighten the photo as it appeared a little dark on my computer screen. One of my favorite options was selected what the sides of the canvas would look like – you can wrap the photograph around the sides, you can mirror the boundaries of the photo, or the tool can help you pick the “best match” color based on your photograph. I chose the latter and appreciated that I did not have to “eyeball” the correct shade of sky blue!

A few clicks and we were ready to check out. This process was super easy as well. I do a lot of online shopping and can get frustrated at the seemingly never-ending check out process. One area of improvement is the communication of production and shipping times. It was not apparent to me when I checked out how long it would take until the canvas arrived. I received a confirmation and shipping email which provided this information, but I think users would benefit from a more prominent reminder prior to check out.

When I received the package, my son and I opened excitedly together. The canvas itself is a good quality and nicer than others I have ordered in the past. My husband commented that he liked how they framed the back of it in black instead of leaving it open (and susceptible to damage). The vividness of the colors also stood out and made me regret lightening the photo based on the computer screen image. Lesson learned for the next one I order from the Canvas Factory, which will be soon since my son is now obsessed with decorating his other walls! The pricing does seem a little higher than other sites; however, I am so happy with the quality of the product that I think Canvas Factory will be my new “go to” site for transforming my digital images into great visuals for our home or for gifts.

Sarah grew up on Cape Cod and currently splits her time between Cotuit and Charlestown with her husband and son. Sarah enjoys finding fun new activities for her family to enjoy as well as summers spent on the beach and boat. Sarah went back to school a few years ago earning her M.B.A. from Boston University. She is knowledgeable and savvy regarding family friendly activities and reviews in and around the city of Boston.

Giveaway:
Prize: Canvas Factory Custom Print
(50x40cm (20x16 inch) / 18x12inch (45x30cm))
Winner: Mami2JCN

To enter, simply visit the Canvas Factory website (or Canvas Factory website if you are located in Canada) by and then come back here and comment on our blog post telling us which of their Canvas Gift ideas would you most likely order and for who.
Please be sure to use your correct email when commenting as that is how we will contact you if you win.

Official Rules: Contest is open to US & Canadian Residents from 10/20/18-11/1/2018 at 12:00pm EST and will be drawn LIVE on our Facebook page that evening and video will be updated to this post. Contest is sponsored by Canvas Factory and hosted by Mommies LLC. 1 winner will be chosen. Winner will be contacted via their contact email they use when submitting the comment for entry on this post. Winner must respond to notification email within 24 hours or another winner (up to 3) will be chosen. Prize will be given to winner upon confirmation via Mommies LLC.

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Cape Cod Parent Resource Fair Spotlight: Fleeting Moments Photography

2/2/2018

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The 1st Cape Cod Parents Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at The Waldorf School of Cape Cod.

All parents, caregivers and children will enjoy this educational and fun resource fair. Attendees can connect with local family-friendly nonprofit organizations, resource providers and businesses that are dedicated to helping families in our community grow and prosper. The event will feature informative parent-focused sessions for adults led by area professionals along with fun and engaging entertainment for the whole family including music, art, yoga and even a dance class!

Purchase Your Ticket Now

Every ticket holder will be entered to win a swag bag plus receive additional entries for the other giveaways from local businesses.

Fleeting Moments Photography

1. Tell us about your business/non profit and how it benefits local families?
Fleeting Moments Photography is a local business that believes in supporting the community in any way it can. Frequently we will volunteer our time to a cause or give away gift certificates for silent auctions to help in raising money.

2.     Where is it located?

Fleeting Moments Photography is located in South Dennis but we travel the Cape within a 20 mile radius of Dennis

3.     What is your favorite part about our community?

Cape Cod is a very relaxed and chill community. The people we have encountered truly are great people.

4.     How else do you get involved with the community?

I will partner with other businesses in the community which in turn helps us both. I help out where ever I can with my kids extracurricular activities and schools.

5.     What are the biggest challenges facing parents in our community?

I think the biggest challenges facing parents is technology - where our kids are concerned. It's difficult to constantly monitor what they are doing as technology is ever changing. I have a 10 year old and a 13 year old and I am constantly on them to make sure they are safe.

6.     What is your favorite memory or story over the years involving you and your business?

Over the past seven years I have met so many great families and captured their memories. I love seeing families grow year after year. So many of my clients have become good friends.

7.     What advice would you give parents and care givers in our community?

Follow your instincts - always. Your gut feelings will lead you in the right direction. Once I had my son, i knew that I did not want to keep working full time in an office. It took me three years and I was able to quit working to raise our kids. Thankfully, I did. A few short years later my son was diagnosed with Autism and I am so happy that I followed my heart and was able to be home for him during the rough years. It just didn't seem natural for me to be at work while someone else was taking care of him. I know that if I did not make that decision years ago, he would be a much different person.

8.     Do you have any specials, events, or anything else taking place this upcoming year that our parents should know?

I am starting to book family photo sessions now and if you book before March 31st, you get an additional free 8x10 print with your session. Family Photo Sessions cost $195 and include an 8x10 photo (good for up to six people). The summer months fill up quickly.

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Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session Ensures Long Lasting Memories

11/2/2017

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Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session Ensures Long Lasting Memories
By: Amy

A few months ago, our family had the opportunity to check out Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session in time for Back to School. We had some amazing adventures and fun with the camera and you can read our review here. More recently we had a chance again to take a GoPro Hero 5 Session with us on a parent only vacation in exchange for sharing what we thought about it. It was an amazing opportunity to record memories from vacation to share later with friends and family!

This time we were supposed to check out the GoPro Hero 5 Black, which has a screen in order to be able to see what you are recording versus the Session. Unfortunately there was a little confusion during the shipping process and we were sent the Session again. Verizon had the Black sent overnight to us and it arrived the night before we left however the camera was missing one of the waterproof plugs for the cord connection to the computer so we could not use it in the water. Verizon did everything they could to ensure our positive experience with the camera. But as we know as parents, sometimes things just happen and we roll with it!

Having used the Session before I knew how to secure it and use it, making me a pro this time. It’s so easy with one button operation and voice control and perfect for snorkeling adventures which is our favorite thing to do on vacation. Our most recent vacation we finally took our honeymoon sans children thanks to the grandparents! We traveled down to the beautiful country of Grenada, which is the furthest south we have ever been. One of the reasons we picked Grenada was due to the country’s beauty and underwater snorkeling. There is an underwater sculpture park which is a concept that combines art and coral protection with 68 different attractions dispersed along the shallow waters off Moliniere Point. It’s a great place to go snorkeling. It was created by the British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. The aim of the project was to build an artificial barrier where the coral and other marine life could migrate to and find a new home in an area that was highly devastated by the Hurricane Ivan in 2004. This has helped ocean life return to the area as well as helped stimulate the economy for the region. Due to the very active hurricane season, our trip kept getting pushed back all week and almost didn't happen due to water visibility issues. Lucky for us by the day before we left, they took us out and off we went with our GoPro in hand!

This excursion was the perfect way to get full use of the Session. The camera takes 4K video and 10 MP photos. It has the ability (again only 1 button!) to take single photos or a burst of photos depending on your setting. The session really does a lot despite being tiny in size it even has the ability to stabilize your videos. The pilot your own boat trip out to the snorkeling was so much fun! I love zipping across the water with the wind in my hair! I easily secured the GoPro to the front of our boat and recorded the sights as we traveled. When we arrived the underwater park took my breath away, it truly is amazing. Each set of sculptures has a story behind it representing the local culture and we learned so much about the Grenadians. I set the GoPro on record and just took video the whole time knowing I could edit upon our return home and the results were spectacular as you can see from the photos and video.

We were also given a rare chance to see a baby turtle release which as you can see from my video below I was able to catch up close with the GoPro. This was pretty amazing to see close up and the GoPro was super easy to get set up near them as they raced to the ocean! There were lots of other people with a GoPro at the resort however 99% of them had special cases for their cameras. Many of them were fascinated with the fact that the Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session did not need one as it is waterproof up 33 feet!

Overall I think the Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session is a great camera and perfect for families especially with the holidays quickly approaching. It is small, easy to use and gets fantastic video. My only negative was that I couldn’t see any of the pictures or videos on the camera that I was taking until we arrived home. As a result there were a few photos that I wish I could have retaken and would have had I known. There is an app to use with it however being a frugal mom I did not purchase an international plan before the trip so the app would not work for me out of the country. The session does have the ability to automatically upload your content directly to the cloud for viewing, editing and sharing or can make videos quickly via the app. Personally for me I like being able to quickly see what photos I am taking as I do them, but for convenience and all the features this camera really is great and an affordable option for families. I am so glad we had this opportunity from Verizon to capture these memories of a beautiful place and our first vacation without the kids!

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The GoPro Hero from Verizon is Perfect for Our Family

8/22/2017

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The GoPro Hero from Verizon is Perfect for Our Family
By: Amy

The back to school countdown is on and boy has it been quite the summer. The time has flown by and already we are back to school shopping! Our family was able to experience a lot of fun and experiences this summer that have helped to make lasting childhood memories. Since summer always passes so quickly I was thrilled when Verizon reached out to me with an opportunity to check out the GoPro Hero 4 Session camera and see if it fit it could help us capture some family fun in exchange for an honest review!

When I was a kid I can remember our parents recording events and experiences. In today’s society we all have cell phones, which mean the majority of our pictures and videos are now done on these devices. However I have found that my video quality on my cell phone does not always translate well to a larger screen and my family camera is large and can be cumbersome to always have with us. This is why a GoPro is a great middle ground solution.

When the GoPro Hero 4 Session arrived, we were eager to check it out. The camera is a cube-shaped waterproof camera that is half the size of and 40% lighter than the other Hero4 cameras and only requires one button use. This can be a little confusing at first. The directions that came with the camera while simple did not fully explain the amazing capabilities the camera actually has however moms have a great ability to quickly cut to the heart of the matter and I was able to get the basics figured out. Luckily for me towards the end of our demo, I was also able to chat with David from Verizon who emailed me the online manual and helped me figure out how to try out some other features, some of which I can’t wait to try out on our upcoming trip.

We took the light weight and durable GoPro a few places to experiment on Cape Cod including the hiking, our neighborhood, and even the beach. Did I mention this camera is waterproof up to 33 feet without an additional enclosure? This makes the camera so much more useful. We brought it to the beach with us one day and I loved being able to just set it up and then hang out with the kids while they explored. This way I was able to relax and actually spend time with them while also capturing the smiles and laughter that comes from exploring new things and just having fun with family.

Just in time for back to school, we reached a major milestone as the Tiny One has learned to ride a two wheeler. He decided it was time to take the training wheels off, he hopped on and off he went. This was a great opportunity to check out the GoPro video capabilities. It was easily affixed to the top of his bike helmet and gave us an amazing view of the world as seen through the eyes of a child. When I viewed the video, I couldn’t help but laugh as he narrated his fast cruise around our neighborhood. I was also overwhelmed by how it made me feel knowing I had captured a snippet of such an important milestone in life.

Since we had affixed it already to our bike helmet we decided to go on a local nature hike with it. This was quite entertaining as the Tiny One was narrating his every move plus we were able to capture fun treasures we found along our way. This will also be a perfect way to capture that first day back at school as we swing from our favorite tree while waiting for our bus. The GoPro Hero 4 Session also comes with an app for your phone so you can edit, share and even more right from your phone! Some other great apps: Some great Family and/or Back To School apps to check out are Family Locator, Brainscape, Todoist, and Google Goals. Plus Verizon also has a Back to School deals page where you can save some money!

As a parent, video mode is my absolute favorite aspect to the GoPro. I love the ease in which I can easily place or affix the Session on and just stand back and let it record moments. The waterproof GoPro’s are super versatile and fit in seamlessly with a busy family lifestyle. I am grateful that there is new technology today that helps us get out from behind the camera and experience life with our families while still capturing all those moments that I will forever look back on and treasure. I am also super thankful to Verizon for allowing me to try out one of these cameras; it has been an amazing opportunity. Verizon has also graciously allowed me to check out the camera again when I travel next month and have an opportunity to snorkel one of the top beaches in the world: Grand Anse Beach. (Update: Check out our review from Grenada here!) This year, a GoPro is definitely at the top of this mommy’s Christmas Wish List!

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Cape Cod Mom Reviews Lydia Leclair Photography Review

11/22/2013

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By Michele

I was recently the lucky recipient of a free photo session with Lydia Leclair Photography from Cape Cod Mommies. When I heard the news I was very excited! I've been wanting to do a photo shoot with my husband and my twin boys for a while now but haven't had the extra cash, so this was such a great prize!

After confirming the date, place and time (twice, due to weather!!) we were able to coordinate schedules. We met at long pasture wildlife sanctuary in Barnstable.. Where my husband & I got married, where our boys were blessed surrounded by friends and family and a place we have had many picnics! It's our spot :)

When meeting Lydia I could tell we were going to get along quite well. She was very down to earth and relaxed. We started on the beach first and worked our way up to the trees & greens. And we just played and explored with our boys while she took pictures. Of course we did some posed, which I love, but the ones where my boys are just running and smiling are the best. It was a lot of fun. After about an hour we went back to our cars, met her extremely sweet family who was exploring the sanctuary and Lydia mentioned she would be in touch with me soon about the pictures.

A few days later she emailed me with a thank you note and some amazing photographs. I picked out which ones we wanted to keep (came with the contest prize) and they were sent to me in a link, a few on Facebook with my permission and a few hard copies in the mail.

All in all, working with Lydia was great. My family is very lucky for this opportunity and I'm thankful for the beautiful pictures hanging on my walls.

Check out Lydia's Website & Facebook Page!

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Local Cape Cod Mom Photographer Lydia Leclair is Hosting Holiday Mini Sessions!

11/11/2013

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You may remember how much we loved Lydia Leclair Photography from our prior post and giveaway she did with us this summer (Click here to read our review). She is back again and holding Holiday Mini Sessions just in time for the holidays and your annual holiday cards!

Lydia has been gracious enough to offer all our local fans and readers $10 off! Simply use the code CCMOM
Lydia is very talented so this is a great opportunity not to be missed! Visit her website at: www.eyelydphoto.com or her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lydialeclairphotography

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Lydia Leclair Photography Eyelydphoto.com Giveaway!

7/26/2013

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Lydia Leclair grew up with a love for all art, especially photography. Her first Black & White Photography course was in high school, and she also attended the Santa Fe Workshops for a summer- she has been photographing anything and everything ever since. Travel and environmental photography were her first loves and she got to explore those passions while traveling to London, Costa Rica, Antarctica, Tanzania, and China. Now, photographing families & couples is Lydia's specialty, and she loves to capture the essence of happiness and love, as well as individual personalities in her photographs. Lydia has had her photographs shown at an art exhibition in Northampton, MA, at Whole Foods in Colorado Springs, CO, and at a coffee shop in Colorado Springs. Additionally, she is a contributing photographer for the ErgoBaby® website and blog. Lydia lives in Harwich with her husband Justin, who is training for the Olympics in Modern Pentathlon, her daughter Io, who will be two at the end of August, and her two Chihuahuas, Pup-Pup and Miguel. Besides photography, Lydia enjoys running, yoga, reading, and traveling.

Check out Lydia's Website & Facebook Page!

Lydia Leclair is hosting a GIVEAWAY
for Cape Cod Mom readers and fans!

One winner will receive:
FREE 1 hr session ($200 value) + FREE disc of 5 photos ($250 value) + FREE PRINTS: 2, 5x7 prints and 2, 8x10 prints ($50 value).
(Session will likely take place in September. Winner will submit a follow-up review of experience with Lydia to Cape Cod Mommies for publication)

HOW TO ENTER (mandatory)

To enter this giveaway, please leave us a comment below, telling us which of the pictures on Lydia's home page is your favorite! Click here to see the choices!

Giveaway ends on August 31, 2013 at 12PM EST. Giveaway open to US Residents aged 18 and older.

EARN MORE ENTRIES 6 Potential Ways! (optional) – Please leave a comment for each additional entry that you complete.

If you are a Lydia Leclair Facebook Fan, let us know by commenting below. (This is worth 2 entries!)

Share Lydia Leclair Facebook Page on Facebook Wall, let us know my commenting below.

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Capture the moments! Enter to #win a @eyelydphoto photo session & prints via @capecodmommies #CapeCod

Winner will be chosen using Random.org We will verify all entries and if the winner is found to be invalid, then another winner will be chosen. We will contact winner via email. Winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. Lydia Leclair Photography is responsible for the distribution of prize.

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The Parent Pod: Business Spotlight Anna Fleischmann Photography

Cape Cod Parent Resource Fair Spotlight: Fleeting Moment Photography

Fleeting Moments Photography

Canvas Factory Turns Photographs Into Great Gifts

Giveaway:
Prize: Canvas Factory Custom Print
(50x40cm (20x16 inch) / 18x12inch (45x30cm))
Winner: Mami2JCN

Cape Cod Parent Resource Fair Spotlight: Fleeting Moments Photography

Fleeting Moments Photography

Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session Ensures Long Lasting Memories

The GoPro Hero from Verizon is Perfect for Our Family

Cape Cod Mom Reviews Lydia Leclair Photography Review

Local Cape Cod Mom Photographer Lydia Leclair is Hosting Holiday Mini Sessions!

Lydia Leclair Photography Eyelydphoto.com Giveaway!

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