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{New Contest & Giveaway!}

14 Jan by 147 Comments

Welcome our FIRST giveaway of 2009! 🙂

This giveaway will be one of three (your pick) of MCP ACTIONS Magic Template Actions. What a great way to organize your blog with 1of the 2 MCP Magic Blog It Templates… or, a wonderful way to display your clients photos with MCP Magic Print It Template! *note* These templates ONLY work in new Photoshop (CS2, CS3 &CS4). They are not compatable with older versions, sorry!

You can see the full templates HERE, and go under Magic Template Actions. They really are amazing! And at a $65 value… more than worth it!

HOW TO WIN?
Simply enter in a COMMENT on this post, telling us… If you had a choice, which NEW bag style would you add to the TJ Collection? A sling bag maybe? A backpack? How about a belt bag? Any idea works! We will randomly choose a winner on Tuesday January 20th 2009, and announce that morning.
*note* Comments must be approved before they are posted, so they do not always show up immediatly. Please only add one comment. A winner will be chosen randomly by using a random number generator

ENJOY!!! 😉

*note* These templates ONLY work in new Photoshop (CS2, CS3 &CS4). They are not compatable with older versions, sorry!

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  1. I would love to see a backpack style bag that can easily be move around your waist to remove lens. Something like the Lowespro bags but lighter and more stylish…like the TJ bags. :lol

  2. I would love to see one that could double as a work bag! I don’t like changing my bag much, but I envision having a bag where when I came home, I’d take out my work stuff and then pop my camera in for a night on the town!

  3. I would definitely like something like a sling bag. While I like the messenger, I tend to like the comfort of a sling better.

  6. Ooh, what a generous giveaway!
    Man, I don’t know, I’m pretty stuck on your Reese or Kristine bag, so if I were to suggest one, it would be along the same lines as that for a camera bag.

  7. I want a backpack…one that’d carry my laptop AND my camera, I’d sell my first born for one of those in your line!!!!!!!! Ok not literally, but…there are days…I mean I love my kids and I’d never let them go for all the money in the world. But I’d be supre duper excited to have a super cute bag that held my laptop and camera!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  12. I would so love a little bag/wallet style case to carry my business cards in that matches my TJ bag! Also, one to hold spare batteries and memory cards!!

  14. I would love to see a new sling style bag that could hold more weight!! Or maybe a bag that is a “lens only” for a lighter load when working…

  18. i have bought a Kristine from u and would love to have a JOEY to carry less items.
    Thank you again for this contest. It is so sweet of you!

  19. My favorite fashion genre are handbags. I absolutely love them!
    I would love to see you design a messenger sling bag. Something that would rest right above my upper behind cheek and the strap would go across my chest. But definitely slim. Something that would be a quick grab for a run out to the park with the camera.

    I love your work and can’t decide which bag I want!!

    Great job 😉

  21. I think a large sling bag or hobo/shopping bag would be fantastic! We could use it as a matching bag to carry all of our non-camera photo goodies!

  22. I love the idea of a sling bag or backpack that makes it easy to access camera gear during sessions… but, I also love the idea of some matching accessories for batteries and memory cards. I always seem to lose those in my camera bag!! Thanks for the contest- I love, love MCP!!

  23. I agree about the sling backpacks. LOVE those… though I love your Joey bags… I already have a Kristine 😉

  25. I’d love a lens bag!! Something not too big or bulky, that would help with a quick lens, battery, and/or card change during a session.

  26. I would love a sling bag. I want something with a super comfy strap and a zipper to keep my gear safe inside…even when I am climbing trees to “get the shot.”

  27. Wow, these are Great Ideas so far! I would also like a Lens Bag, one that can go around my waist, and I can keep it open and the backs off of all of my lenses, so I can switch them on a dime!

  29. I would love a backpack style!! big enough to hold camera, 3 lenses, an external flash and…my keys (i am always losing them on location)!
    ;o)

  30. A sling is a great idea…maybe a smaller version with a couple easy access pockets for switching out during a session.

    Maybe a smaller over-the-shoulder purse for just around town with a reversable flap?

  31. What a fun and exciting contest! I would have to say a backpack style would be the most useful for me. I have two little girls and one is always on my hip. Being able to carry a backpack would guarantee my hands to be free. Perhaps a side zipper or snap compartment on the bottom of the backpack for camera acces. or children’s needs could be the secret. Being able to reach around and grab what I needed and Quickly, would win me over!

  32. I’d love to see a sling bag, or a variation of the current (larger) bags that included a lens cloth on the inside of the flap for handy use when out & about! A variation on the current bag with some nifty little pockets on the shoulder strap for storing CF (or any other format memory) cards quickly & easily would really be awesome!

  33. Oh a sling bag would be awesome! I generally wear my bags with the strap going across my body, so this would make it more comfy and more secure. It will also keep my stuff behind me so that I’m not constantly bumping it while I shoot!

    Although… a backpack would be awesome too! (I have a backpack purse because I HATE regular purses! Too hard to keep on while chasing kids!)

  36. Oooh I would love a laptop bag that would hold my third born (aka my camera and a couple of lenses)! 😉 That would be great!!!

  37. I would like to see a backpack! Something completely different from your other looks. 🙂 Not that I don’t love your bags now! 😉 Just ordered the Kristine this week – can’t wait for it to arrive!

  38. I would love to see a sling pack type backpack. This would be super convenient when you are shooting on the go and only have so many hands to work with. (Can you tell I am a photog and mom?) I just discovered your bags and love the idea! Awesome!

  39. What bag? Hmmmmmmmm, maybe a sling bag??

    I love MCP actions, and hope to add a few more to my collection soon. But I have also been eyeing the blog it boards. Boy they would make my life much easier!!!!

    Thanks for the contest!

  40. Wow, I had never been to your blog! You have some fantastic stuff here!!

    Anyway, I would be partial to a sling bag as I have bak pain, and these are far better for your back!!

  42. I would love to see a sling bag with a little bit of extra padding in it and a seperate compartment so that I can carry the camera along with all the other toddler stuff. 🙂

  46. I think the sling type bag would be great. They are much more accessible than a bag pack and more comfy to carry around than a normal front carry bag. And with tons of room would be great too!!

  50. Ooh…both a backpack and a sling-type bag sound great. I would love both!
    Do love the idea for a bag for my laptop and camera as well. That would be ideal!

  52. I definitely vote for a backpack! It’s a much easier choice for those of us who are also lugging children along when we shoot!

  53. Wow I just linked here through MCP actions blog! And what great bags!!! I’m so glad I ran across your site! Very Cute! I would love to see a backpack style bag. Its nice to see camera bags that dont scream CAMERA BAG!

  54. A sling bag would be awesome, and I agree about it being able do double as a work bag too. I have a homemade camera bag that I use for everyday use too. Or I did. It’s a bit too big now.

  56. I would love a back pack! This is my first time to your site and I am so impressed with your bags! I want to buy a camera bag right now… maybe I will!

    What a great contest!

  57. I like the idea of a sling bag too, I find my backpack too heavy and a strap on one shoulder can be quote uncomfortable so a sling would be brilliant!

  58. i would want a belt-style pack – fanny pack if you will but super cute of course! something to stash memory cards, lens caps, business cards, lip gloss and the like in. a bag that would complement the larger bag you already carry or could be your only bag if you are just toting your camera and lens.

  62. While I think a backpack is awesome (it’s what I currently use) I’ve been in the market for good messenger or sling bag to carry a body and a couple of lenses quite some time, the problem is there’s not that many out there that have really sold me yet. A lot of the designer bags aren’t really made for the guys, so that’d be a nice change. :0)

    Matt-

  65. Just came across your site, I love the bags! I would definitely love to see a sling bag, I think that would look great especially with your new prints!

  70. I agree with so many of your other commenters about the sling bag. Something that’s designed to be comfortable when slung across the body. It would be so nice to not have to worry about my bag falling off my shoulder all the time! Also, a waist bag could be cool…I’m envisioning a small bag just big enough for an extra lens or two and cards/batteries. Think chic photo-toolbelt or something.

  73. I’ve always loved your Kristine bags, so I don’t know… I think maybe a sling bag. But I’d also love to see a backpack, I’d just like it to be like those that come forward so I don’t have to take it off…

    Thanks so much!

  80. OHHH, I would want one where the strap could be adjustable. Like a normal bag way/a diagonal across your chest way/ a backpack way….I have no idea if that is even possible but that would be cool! LOVE your stuff.

  83. I like the idea of a sling bag or perhaps something that could be converted from a sling to a tote would be great.

  88. What about a “bag” that’s more of a vest, with pockets for lenses and flash cards, etc. My working uniform is usually a white blouse with black pants. A funky Tracy Joy style pocket vest would go perfectly. I would buy one!

  89. I think that a sling bag would be awesome. It would be comfy and perfect to put my camera in to take to the park to snap pictures of my daughter. Maybe add a pocket or 2 to throw my keys and phone in.

  90. I think a backpack that would protect my laptop would be nice. I have a computer backpack but it is hardly pretty or feminine. This giveaway is amazing I have wanted these templates for a while. Thanks!

  91. I would love a backpack bag in your style! Please have the straps be adjustable and put a little holder on the top so we can carry it that way. That would be great for short people like me 🙂 While I love my Kristine, it’s still a little long on me even though it’s adjusted all the way. A little more padding inside the bag would also be great.

  93. I would totally buy a cute hip accessories pouch…something cool, lovely and functional for my CF card, extra battery, a couple of biz cards and my lipstick. I’d buy that in a heartbeat! Thanks for asking…

  96. A belt bag to put an external battery pack and some batteries and memory cards would be great. Another thing I’d love is to have is an attachable pouch to put on the bag strap that could hold batteries or memory cards for quick access! Or how about just a pad to put on the bag strap?

  97. I would love to see a sling bag but NOT a waist bag. I also love the idea of the matching holder for your business cards. Your bags are awesome!! ~Sherri

  105. A sling bag that would convert into a cloaking device (for the days I want to be invisible) would be my choice.

  106. A sling bag sounds heavenly! I’m sure it would be a popular item & definitely worth considering adding to the line 🙂

  108. My choice is definitely a backpack bag. I find the sling type falls off my shoulders too easily.

  109. I think a waist bag would be great, because all of the necessary tools,would be right in front of you, during shooting. a nice addition to a full size bag, so, you could restock your waist bag.
    i really need to make that investment, and purchase one of your bags. I just haven’t seen one in person, yet, so, i am a little apprehensive. but, they are so popular, so they must be great!!
    thanks!

  110. First, your bags ROCK!! (:
    I would love a light -weight sling bag that I can easily pull to the front or sling on my back! A bag that easily holds my camera and a couple of lenses, plus some random pockets to hold the extra little things I tend to take(lense wipes, babywipes, keys,phone,etc)
    Thanks!

  112. I think either a sling or something to fit on your belt. Something that would be easy to use with one hand would be nice.

  115. I would choose a sling style bag. I have the Kristin bag and LOVE IT! I think that having everything in a backpack would make it difficult to access equipment quickly. …just a thought. oh, and by the way….love your new flap fabrics! Hope to order a new one soon!!

  120. I would actually like to see a convertible style..one that you can
    re-ajust the strap to either a backpack or a over-the-shoulder bag. That way depending on how you need to shoot…it gives me a different option (fast: over the shoulder) (slower: backpack style).

  123. I would love to see a tote bag that has longer handles… something I can throw the laptop in, and camera… and several smaller pockets for cell phone, keys, change purse.
    Kinda of a go anywhere bag!!!!

  124. I would love to see a hobo type or sling something that you can easily access but with out too much weight. I currently have the lowepro sling and it cuts across my chest in just the wrong spot.

  127. I think some sort of sling styled backpack would be cool. Something that can be worn on the back, but can come around so you can change your gear out while on the go!

  132. A hobo bag would be great! I love stylish bags and anything that looks like a purse would have me hooked!

  133. The sling bag for sure would be what I would want. I don’t shoot much out of the studio…but when I do I hate running back to my big bag to switch things out…this would be ideal to just pull it around to grab what you need without much effort!

  134. I would love to see a sling bag that would be able to hold my camera, 2-3 lenses, and an external flash…and have a few pockets for extra batteries and memory cards…thanks for asking input! 🙂

  137. I would love a sling bag. Shooting out of the studio would be so much easier. If it had compartments for batteries and cards that could be attached Velcro and a hook for car keys. that way you never have to leave a camera bag on the ground somewhere.

  139. I think a sling bag would be awesome! Right now, I have a Joey and love it. Next on my list is the Kristen. But a sling bag would be perfetct. Thanks for the chance to win one of these great templates!

  140. I am not a professional photographer and have no idea what the TJ brand is…but I can guess from the comments that it is a camera bag line. I think a sling would be nice, something easy to wear and reach that would keep lenses handy for quick changes. thanks!

  141. I would love to see a sling bag .. in PINK! But also have smaller zip or snap pockets on the outside for holding keys, phone, business cards. And a loop on the slide to hold a water bottle. I have the Lowe 200A sling .. but there’s not enough pockets on the outside to hold small things.

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