This is the group of ladies staying in our part of the suite, out of 9 photographers.

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Don’t forget to vote for your favorite nursery. March 10th is the deadline. The winner will be announced March 15th.

I’m leaving you with one last photo of Mr. Owen. Those lips and cheeks kill me – so plump!

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Owen loves having his hands by his face – so it was easy to “pose” him!

Watch out! Owen’s parents spent several years in Vancouver before moving to Princeton. We had to take a photo in his Canadian hat in honor of them winning the most gold medals at the 2010 Winter Olympics!

This blanket is pretty special because his momma made it for him! He repaid her by peeing on it. Such is life when you get a newborn who just feed naked on a blanket!

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Voting will occur between March 1-March 10, 2010 at midnight EST. One vote per person (this is monitored by IP address)

The winner will receive a complimentary mini session focusing on the baby and/or family in the nursery!  The session will last approximately 30 minutes and will result in an online gallery of 15-20 images.  You will receive a slideshow of 15-20 images and your choice of (3) 5×7 prints. Additional products may be purchased at 15% off. Regular session terms and conditions apply.

Winners will be announced on March 15, 2010.  Winning session must take place between March 22 – April 15. Winners must sign a release to allow participating photographers to display images on blog, website, Facebook Business Page and any other print or web materials as deemed appropriate

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Voting has begun on other photographers blogs as well. Feel free to vote for your favorite! If the voting hasn’t begun, wait until next Monday as we have launched at different dates.

Birmingham, AL: Stephanie Fisher Photography
Northwest Alabama: Jennifer Weddington Photography
Denver, CO: Laura Werner of Vibrant Life Photography
Connecticut: Crista Acosta Photography
Central Indiana: Kristi Hibbetts Photography
Metro New Orleans, LA: Amy Drouet Photography
Frederick, MD & Washington DC/Baltimore metro: Shey Marin Photography
Nothern VA/Washington DC: Little Moon Photography by Amber Scruggs
Boston, MA (including North Shore & Metro-West): Kristina Young Photography
Mississippi Gulf Coast and Pearl River County: Emotional Imagery by Brandi Head Photography
Northern New Jersey: Christie Adams Photography
Cincinnati, OH and Northern Kentucky Area: Jessica Wright of Memories That R Precious
Columbus, OH: Andrea Roberts Photography
Philadelphia and Main Line, PA: Bernadette Uzcategui Photography
Pittsburgh, PA: Seedlings Photography
Rhode Island and South Shore of Boston: Amy Ro Photography
Houston, TX: Kerri Mathis Photography
Seattle/Bellevue/Tacoma, WA (and surrounding areas): Susan Berman of Whimsical Photo Design
Spokane, WA: Jaidean Baker Photography

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2. It’s been snowing again here in Jersey, like the rest of the country. The other night I hit the biggest pot hole of my life, ended up bending the rim of my tire. That cost me a pretty penny to fix. I think I’m ready for spring now. This past week it got warm and melted most of the snow from two weeks ago and I was enjoying that. Back to snow boots and snow gear for the time being.

3. Have you been watching the Olympics? We’ve had it on nightly, I’m obsessed! I will be sad when its finally over. I know a lot of people don’t dig their shows not being on, but it’s fun to see incredible athletes compete. I mean, aerial jumping? That is some intense stuff!

4. A fellow photographer Amy posted this great article on choosing your photographer. It points out the difference between a decent photo and a great photo plus the errors. It’s definitely worth venturing over to read.

5. To end it off is one more photo of baby elena!

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The second & last featured product is this absolutely stunning 10×10 30 page handcrafted wedding album. I am beyond thrilled with how this came out.

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We met at the incredible EFK Group. I loved the entrance with the textured wall paper, the matching chandeliers, the buddha, and the pebble floor.

Yummy food from Rojo Loco and VMeals.

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I attended Amy’s baby shower back in October and she received some of the cutest hats from AngelBeez. We tried to incorporate them into the photo shoot and here is one example.

Her beautiful nursery that has Spanish accents throughout.

Daddy and his little girl

Congratulations Amy & Julio!

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What’s your business name and where are you based?

We are Poka Yoke Design Inc. We are based in Princeton, New Jersey. (total side note, check out their “about us” page on their website. You will need to click on the “more about us”. It’s brilliant!)

Tell me about the company (what do you do, who do you serve)

We do web development, graphic design, and print marketing.

What is something you can’t live without?

M: For me, my family is most important; they are every part of who I am. As for technology, my iPhone has become a major part of my life. I don’t know what I did before this invention.

K: I can’t live without my coffee and the support of close friends and family. Funny how I said coffee first.

What is your favorite city in the whole world?

M: My favorite city in the world is Ely, MN. Not because of anything luxurious or rich, rather it is the gateway to the Boundary Water Canoe Area. One of the only places in the world where I can truly get away from everything.

K: Barcelona, for a designer this city is magic. There is no other European city like it. You just have to love how Gaudi influenced the city. If not anything, Sagrada Familia is a must see before you die.

What is a random thing no one knows about you?

M: I absolutely LOVE Michael Jackson’s music. When I was young I used to play his records and dance in the living room, and I still do.

K: I may seem serious when people meet me, but in reality I am a BIG kid at heart. I love cartoons, love toys and will roll around in the dirt.

What influences and inspires you?

M: Making things work. As a coder it really inspires me to put people’s dreams into motion.

K: The ability to constantly learn. I do not judge and this gives me the ability to be open to ideas. I am an extremely curious person and this ability allows me to search for new and exciting things. My mother is a huge influence on me. She has done things I could never imagine.

Describe a day in your life

M: Every day is a new adventure, I don’t think I’ve had two days the same. Some days I am in class, others I am meeting new people, and most days I am coding visions. When I’m truly lucky I get to have new adventures with my family.

K: Right now I have no structure to my day. I try to design, read, prep for classes and enjoy some me time.

Do you twitter? Do you facebook?

M: I read a ton of tweets and facebook posts. Rarely do I contribute my voice.

K: I only facebook, but I don’t do it all that well. : )

What do you love most about your job?

M: My favorite part is taking someone’s vision and making it reality. There is nothing better than being able to put a vision in motion.

K: The ability to create this beautiful design from someone’s random idea and then seeing their reaction…wow this can be done.

What is something you are saving up for?

M: A Lamborghini.  Can’t a boy dream?

K: I am saving up to be totally financially free. One day having the opportunity to say I am done…I am not working anymore.

What blogs do you follow?

M: I don’t.

K: The Art of Non-Conformity

Grade A Fresh

Kitchen Scraps

Dwell – A Home in the Modern World

What kind of books do you like reading?

M: My favorites are mystery books: Dan Brown and James Patterson are some of my favorites.

K: I like reading bios and design history. Also a good non-fiction once and while…last non-fiction I read of Middlesex.

What are some of your hobbies?

M: I LOVE to snowboard.

K: I like photography and being outdoors…such as hiking. I love the mountains.

What are some of the challenges you face as a small business owner?

M: Our biggest challenge is getting the Poka Yoke Design name out to customers. Our work is amazing, it’s just a matter of building trust.

K: Biggest challenge is people trusting us and our abilities and never underestimate our skills.

What is your favorite design currently?

M: As a coder I am more drawn to function. I love the websites that think outside of the box; let’s all get past the rectangle.

K: I love print design…having it in your hands and smelling the paper and ink is something I can never tire of.

What type of assignments are you drawn to?

M:  I have a heart for mission. Anyone who has a vision of the larger picture really inspires me.

K:  The ones that challenge your skills and push it to the edge…they make you think constantly aout how to resolve the design issue.

What are the tools of the trade that you use the most? Favorite gadget?

M: Anything new draws me in, I love being on the cutting edge. I spend most of my time utilizing Adobe products. Right now we are developing applications for Apples iPad and Amazon’s Kindle. I LOVE my PC!

K: I use all the CS products and my MAC. I heart my MAC. Love it!

If you could redesign anything…a favorite movie poster, an album cover, a product, etc. what would it be and why?

M: I would redesign the web browser. We have been using the same rectangle version since the 90’s. It’s time for us to start thinking outside the “box”.

K: I wished I came up with the I Love NY logo. LOL, but I am not sure what I would redesign.

What advice would you give to someone just starting out as a designer?

M: NEVER underestimate yourself.

K: I agree…NEVER NEVER under value your skills and do not compromise your vision.

Thank you Khanh & Mike for letting us know more about your business! More business features to come!

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