From the Haugen Heart

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Our children's contest has a whole new look and you're going to LOVE it! The entry fee for the contest is $35 and goes in it's entirety to benefit children in the Mid-Willamette Valley. We support the Boys and Girls Club of Corvallis and Operation Backpack which purchases school supplies for needy school children. You will receive a complimentary 5x7 portrait with your entry. The sessions are 30 minutes with master photographer, Miriam Haugen, one of the Northwest's top children's photographers! View a slideshow of entries from previous years. Sign up and get the Top Five Secrets to Ensuring a Great Portait Session of Your Child absolutely free! How does the contest work? 1. Schedule your portrait session before March 31 by calling the studio today - (503)838-5416 or 1-800-838-5416. This is when you pay the $35 entry fee. 2. We'll email you the Top Five Secrets to Ensuring a Great Portrait Session of Your Child. 3. Select a background and clothing t