30 Day Challenge and a FREE Photo Session!!

Seeing the 60 Day Challenge posted almost everywhere on Facebook, I've decided to post a tailored version to make a 30 Day Challenge for my blog to keep it up and running.  Hopefully, it will survive...

Here are the 30 challenges:

Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been close with for the longest.

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show.

Day 04 - A picture of your night.

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory.

Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day.

Day 07 - A picture of your favorite place to eat.

Day 08 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel

Day 09 - A picture of a crazy night.

Day 10 - A picture of the last movie you saw in theaters.

Day 11 - A picture of where you wish you were right now.

Day 12 - A picture of a random item that you own.

Day 13 - A picture of your favorite place to shop.

Day 14 - A picture of something that makes you happy.

Day 15 - A picture of your favorite book.

Day 16 - A picture of you when you were little.

Day 17 - A picture of your favorite band or artist.

Day 18 - A picture of your currently most played CD.

Day 19 - A picture of your favorite movie.

Day 20 - A picture of your favorite Disney character.

Day 21 - A picture of someone you’re told you look like.

Day 22 - A picture of your pet.

Day 23 - A picture that can always make you smile.

Day 24 - A picture of the people you spend most of your time with.

Day 25 - A picture of your favorite sport.

Day 26 - A picture of something you’re excited about 

Day 27 - A picture that makes you laugh.

Day 28 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently.

Day 29 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.

Day 30 - A picture of your favorite actress/actor.

Starting tomorrow, May 1st! :)

To make things a little interesting for not only me, but my readers as well, I am offering a drawing for a FREE full session photo shoot {valued at $250.00}.  Please note that the drawing is only valid to readers in San Diego County and within 25 miles of the area code 92028.

Here is the promo for the contest, featuring Miss Tammy as my fabulous model. ;)

Here are the details:
The readers and followers* of the Sweet Sakura Studios blog have the chance to win a FREE photo shoot {valued at $250.00}!
*Readers and followers in San Diego county and within 25 miles of area code 92028

It’s easy as 1, 2, 3!

1. “Like” the Sweet Sakura Studios fan page on Facebook (if you haven't already).

2. Follow the Sweet Sakura Studios blog at: sweetsakurastudios.blogspot.com

3. Leave a comment to the challenge on any day’s blog post during the 30 Day Challenge beginning May 1 until May 30, 2011, for a chance to win the FREE photo shoot.

Each comment left on the Sweet Sakura Studios blog during the 30 Day Challenge will count as one entry for the drawing.  The more you comment, the more chances you have of winning the free photo shoot. (i.e. 1 comment on each of the 30 Day Challenge posts = 30 chances maximum to be entered into the drawing for the FREE photo shoot).
*Only one comment per person per day, please.


*Photo session includes a 1 to 2 hour photo session and 15 to 20 prints.
This contest is only open to residents of San Diego county. For readers younger than 18 years of age, please have your parents' permission to participate in this contest before entering.

The total amount of comments will be counted and the drawing will be held on May 31, 2011.  The winner will be announced on June 2, 2011.

I can't wait to get started! :)
<3

*:·...Waiting...·:*

With a few (hours) of creative time on my hands, I have finally finished a new t-shirt design for C28 Canvas! :)  C28 Canvas is a place where graphic designers can submit their creations inspired by God's Word for consideration. After a 3-week voting period during which viewers of the design, like you, are able to cast your vote for your favorite design, the administrators of C28 Canvas determine the most suitable designs for printing on t-shirts and other items that will be offered for sale on the C28.com web site. So I hope you take a moment to visit the web site and cast your vote for my design. If you do, I would really appreciate it! :)

Here's a little insight behind the inspiration for my design:

I know that it seems like forever sometimes to wait for that 'one person' with whom we will spend the rest of our lives, and my hope and prayer for this design is that it will help encourage my single sisters in Christ to faithfully wait upon on God to provide 'the one' special someone in His perfect timing.  He is so loving and faithful to provide for us, I believe that the wait is sometimes the best part of it all! :)  For my sisters in Christ around the world, who are still waiting for 'the one', I pray that may you not grow weary from the wait, but become fortified in our Savior Christ Jesus. May you faithfully lean upon God and love Him first and foremost with all of your heart, mind, soul and spirit so that on that day when God finally brings you to your 'Mr. Right,' you will be a blessing to him - a radiant princess filled with the love and grace of the Almighty King! <3 :)

It's a bit girly, pink and full of  hearts and swirls and I am so excited to share it with you all! :D 

Whether it's that "someone special" or for anything else in your life that is causing you to wait upon the Lord, may you all be inspired and encouraged by this:

Wait for the LORD, be strong and take heart

and wait for the LORD.

Psalm 27:14

Strawberries and Cream

Mmm...there's nothing like a piping hot, crisp waffle topped with delectable, fresh strawberries and a generous dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream (no syrup needed since this early morning treat is sweetened enough by the whipped cream and strawberries). :)

Strawberries & Cream = de-lish! <3

I'm not usually one who indulges in waffles, considering my youngest brother requests at least one waffle a day, and I don't particularly enjoy a plate of overly, syrup-soaked, soggy pieces of breakfast pastries (save French toast) but today was an exception, and a very delicious exception indeed. :)    

In other news, other than food that is...here's a sneak peek of some photos that I took of Annah, whom I am so blessed to call my good friend. <3 Also, Annah happened to win the title of Miss Teen at our hometown pageant! I'm so proud and excited for her! :)

Now I'm off...for another adventure with the family! <3 :)
Have a wonderful, blessed day!
*~:..C..:~*
{Psalm 25:4-5}

Listening to: The theme song of the "2012 Honda Civic "Ninja" commercial

A Fresh Start and a meeting with Cinderella!

I guess I should start by welcoming you to the blog of Sweet Sakura Studios.  Here you will find just a sneak peek into the life, rambling and musings of a 19 year old born again Christian girl who has a love for her Savior and photography.  The purpose of this blog is to show my readers snippets of the beauty and blessings God has sprinkled generously into my life.  My prayer is that I may be able to share with you through this blog, my dear readers, a part of who I am as a living, breathing, human being created in the image of my dear Savior and to glorify the One who knew me even before I was born. {Jeremiah 1:5} and to share with you some nice photos, of course. ;)

I hope everyone enjoyed a very blessed Resurrection Day! :) My family and I spent the day at a friend's house for their sunrise service and it was such a blessing to fellowship with everyone there.  That morning was quite foggy and misty, it reminded me of a scene from Pride and Prejudice and I could just imagine Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth walking towards each other as the fog slowly lifts and the sun rises.  Oh, so romantic! <3 :)

My sisters and I went over to a friend's house to decorate eggs! :)

Annah, drawing neat designs onto her egg.

The brightly colored dyes.

The brightly colored eggs.

It was so much fun decorating it, and my younger sister made a pink Kirby egg! I tend to find things that are cute and colored pink very adorable...especially when it comes to things like Hello Kitty or Kirby!! :D

Isn't it CUTE?!?!

Afterwards, we decided to play dress up and my friend Kristena decided to dressed up for the day as Cinderella! :) I absolutely loved her blue dress and with her lovely blonde hair she looked just as stunning as Cinderella herself! All that's missing is her Prince to dance with her before the clock strikes twelve! ;)

Of course, this Cinderella had a pair of killer, comfy, fuzzy boots instead of glass slippers. ;)

 My feet were all dusty and dirty after we were done with the photo shoot as I had decided to imitate Cinderella myself and leave not one, but both my ballet slippers on the side of the road.  Here's a little snippet of my dusty, much-loved ballet flats.  Note to self: do not wear flats when trekking outdoors...

 

...opt for the heavy-duty boots....I now have a wonderful bug bite the size of a silver dollar on my right foot that is in desperate need of hydrocortisone. There are more photos from this photo shoot, and will be updated on my Facebook fan page: Sweet Sakura Studios. 

Have a wonderful, blessed day!
*~:..C..:~*

{Psalm 18:45}


Listening to: "Lead me to the Cross" - Francesca Battistelli