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I shared with you all not that long ago my frustrations with my logo/branding/design. I knew what I was doing wasn’t working. It might not have actually looked all that bad, but my logo meant nothing to me. It was a pretty cute birdcage. But I don’t even like birds. In fact, one pooped through my sunroof today right into my water cup. (They know I don’t like them I think.)
So when I decided I needed to seek professional help (with my brand not my slight insanity), I knew I wanted to go with Braizen. I’m not exactly sure what it was that drew me to them, but all I could see was they had designs that I LOVED. I could tell by their designs they spent a lot of time hand crafting each brand they worked on, and by their words that they truly loved designing each one. After one phone call, I was in. And I was excited. And as it turns out, very rightfully so.
I don’t think I could have imagined what we (they) came up with. It was beyond what I expected. And as much as I think I rant and have 1,000 ideas going through my head, they heard all of the words, and actually understood what the heck i was talking about – even though I didn’t! They never forgot what was important to me and that was that the brand reflect my style and, most importantly, that it mean something. And to me, it’s perfect.
My last post talked about the importance of March for me. And it really is the perfect time to reveal my branding. It is the month my world changed. The month I began to need my camera. At first I needed it to hide, and then to heal. And now I need it because it always makes me incredibly happy to press that shutter. To see the result. To hear excitement from my clients about their favorite shot. I need my camera because when I’m holding it, I’m holding him. Holding my life changing moment in my hand, while I’m capturing yours. It’s magic.
So what does it my brand mean to me? The wings are my Henry. They are the backbone of my business. They are what I want to remember on the days when things are busy and crazy, and the days where I feel slow and scared about the business. The arrows are from my last name which means “bow maker”. So “Henry Boyer” is right there in my logo. In graphic form. It’s perfect (did I already say that?).
So, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to the entire team at Braizen. My only regret is not contacting you sooner. You are rockstars.
(to see more of my brand/design, go to their blog post here)
March is bringing some exciting and crazy times for me this year. We are moving at the end of the month. Sam turns 2 on Friday (WHAT???!!!). I’m doing my second Oh Snap! Photography Workshop on the 24th (only a few seats left, so sign up here!).
It also brings an anniversary that is both beautiful and incredibly painful. Our Henry was stillborn on March 26, 2009. He would be 3 this year. How can that be beautiful? Sometimes I think I know the answer, but it’s actually not an answer I can put into words. And I can usually find words, too many words, for things. But the beauty of it is more of a feeling. It’s a peaceful feeling. It’s not anger. It’s not guilt. It’s not regret or worry. It’s peace. I smile when I think of him. A quiet smile that might bring a tear to my eye, but a smile none the less. And that is beautiful to me.
Later this week I will be releasing my brand spanking new Meghan Boyer Photography brand. The incredible folks of Braizen simply nailed it. And the timing couldn’t be more perfect. They have helped incorporate the true meaning of where Meghan Boyer Photography came from into it all. And it all comes back to that March day in 2009. Where I felt my greatest loss, and began my journey behind the camera. What started out as hiding, became healing. And I am so excited to show you all. So. Incredibly. Excited.
But you’ll have to wait a few more days. I want it all to be perfect and that will take a little more time to get my site ready for your pretty eyes. ;)
Last March I ran a little contest. March is a good month, an important month for me, as it marks a tragic anniversary which led me to my life as a photographer. I like to celebrate. Share. And take a whole lotta photos. 
It’s still February, you say? Well…I know. But I don’t want to wait until March comes to begin the celebration. And there might just be a little something special coming then too.
I want you to get more. For every session in the month of March, your entire session fee will become a credit toward your purchase! Thats $150 toward your prints, packages, digital files, canvases, photo albums….whatever you want to purchase after your session!
Seriously. Would I joke like that?
Book and reserve your session for March now, and don’t miss this offer. Who knows when or if it will come around again!
Call or email to book your session.
410.459.6571 | meghan@meghanboyerphotography.com