The way the winner was selected was by going to our friends at random.org If you are unfamiliar with random.org you can type in a minimum number and a maximum (I used the total number of friends I had on facebook) and it randomly generates a number. I took that number and counted to the corresponding FB Friend down the list. 

After doing this the winner was (drum roll- bada bada bada bada bada bada bada bada bada)

Jaime Healy -Congrats

But 2nd place in the Wedding Channel’s Bridal blog awards ‘aint to shabby. And if Im gonna lose, coming in second to Elizabeth Messina (Top 25 Trendsetter of 2008 by Modern Bride and Top Ten wedding photographer in the world by American Photo 2008) is kinda an honor. (If you are unfamiliar with Elizabeth’s work go check her out)

Seriously though from the absolute bottom of of my heart thank you, all who voted, I was astounded and honored that everyone took time out of their day (some people hours out of their day) to vote.

Stay tuned for lots more great blogging and Elizabeth watch out next year, were gunning for ya.

P.S. there are a lot of new blog entries that have been posted make sure you scroll down and see ‘em all.

-Mike

And the winners of MMP’s first contest of 2009 is Stacy & Shawn. They win a free “Shoot Us” photo session with Michael McNett and a romantic dinner at the Brewworks

I will reveal their incredible engagements story with the pictures from their “Shoot Us” session in a future post. But I will give you a little teaser, it involves Shawn being slammed up against a car handcuffed by a police officer and him saying “It’s not what it looks like.”

Way to go Shawn! I can’t for the shoot

-Mike

Recently Michael McNett Photography in conjunction with Giving Is Awesome and 483 other photographers world wide, held a huge give away, to give the gift of a family portrait to a family who wouldn’t normally be able to afford one or were living under circumstances where a family portrait would normally not be possible. The response was astounding but Susan L. stood out above the rest. 

Personally I have my hands full with my 2 kids so Susan a single mother of 9 kids has my complete admiration. Then when you consider that she is raising them living with Leukemia you can see why a family portrait would be so meaningful.

Congratulations Susan and sister Meganne who nominated you. I will contact you to schedule your portrait session.

-Mike