did you realize christmas is only two weeks away? gosh, I almost didn’t! but don’t fret….there is still plenty of time to get a few lovely pictures before the big day hits.  I have some mini session slots open still and you’ll have your pictures back the next day.  You can even get a designed christmas card for you to print off or email out to friends and family.  so don’t put it off any longer, i’m here to help.  and a few to share from a session last week. i’m still behind in blogging, but I’m trying!

xoxo

we couldn’t have had more beautiful fall colors than this. we all said that a day earlier or a day later, couldn’t even have compared to this beauty we were blessed with. as you can see, the colors are stunning and so are the people.  i adore these four, not just because they are loyal clients, not just because he is the best dentist ever (check him out if you are in need of a dentist SERIOUSLY!), not just because they are beatiful, but really just because they are some of the most amazing people i know. genuine, kind, full of love and respect for each other, and their kids are just adored more than i could ever put into words.

and of course….another gentle reminder….we are running out of time for christmas pictures. don’t miss out! get ahold of me today. i have regular sessions and mini sessions available. hope to have your beautiful family in front of my camera soon.

xoxo jen

yes it’s almost christmas. i cannot believe it crept up on us so fast! you better email me quick to get on my books before the holidays hit! i have some adorable christmas card templates to share with you and all kinds of ideas.  don’t miss out, time is running out!! hope to see you in front of my camera soon. here is some fun photos to share of an adorable new family.  their boys were just too sweet and full of personality.  i know the parents walked away wondering if i got anything…….its always a nice surprise when they get to see that of course i did (0;

xoxo

jen

yes i am still the worst blogger. i have accepted this about myself. im trying but its just so hard keeping up with everything in business and raising two little boys. blogging seems to be the last on my priority list.  but i try. please know that i try. (0;   don’t forget to get on my books for family photos for the holidays. yes its almost november, which means its almost december, which means its almost christmas!! GASP!! we can have a cute little winter wonderland studio shots with the kiddos or do some fun fall family stuff outside. its your pick.  i’m not one of the places in the mall. i’m here to capture your family. to get your personalities. i do this as my job. it puts food on the table for me and my two boys and i am blessed to be able to do that.  it’s why i do what i love. it’s why i rely on my clients to refer me to their friends and family. there are lots of photographers out there these days but you chose me and i love you for that.  did you know that all the chain studios in the mall and such offer digital negative options these days?  you cant get out of there without dropping upwards of $400 and more.  And for what?  We all in the industry kinda laugh about that.  Well here is me….this is what i do…this is what i capture…the chains cant touch me xoxo

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I’m here to capture your style…..

i’m here to dance with your kids…yeah i dance with your kids…and this is what happens….

i get in your face…i make fart noises…i get looks like this…..

i make cool backgrounds in your garage and yeah, i make airplanes out of cardboard boxes to entertain your toddlers with….just for you…i do this….

don’t settle for cheesy photos.  let’s laugh. let’s skip. let’s dance.  i promise you will know the investment was worth it when you look at your wall and see your personalities looking back at you.

xoxo

jen

i first have to start this post with a sincere apology. i say every single time i blog that i am going to do better about posting often and always set a goal. as you can see i fail miserable at this task LOL.  running a business on my own and two boys to take care of leaves my time limited. i have tried so hard to keep all you beautiful blog readers up to date with all my shoots but i can’t seem to do it. i need to just find someone to blog for me since i cant find the time, but until then, i truly will try to blog more. i have so many incredibly beautiful and fun families, seniors, tiny new babies, and wedding full of love to share that i have had the priveledge of capturing over the last few months. my facebook seems to get more pictures posted since it quicker to do that then blog so be sure to find me on there and add me.  i’m sure to put a smile on your face with my crazy ramblings about being a parent, make your tummy grumble with some of my yummy new recipes i have been trying out, or treat you to some beautiful photos of my lovely clients.

also, a very quick, but very very important note that we have only about 2 months left for family christmas pictures. yes it’s that time of year and our weather is going bad quickly. lets get out there before my schedule gets completely booked and put your beautiful family in front of my camera.  email me to get on the schedule!

and now…without further ado…one of my beautiful families i had the pleasure of capturing recently. and here is a perfect example of HOW YOU SHOULD DRESS FOR YOUR PHOTO SHOOT.  i love when clients listen to my suggestions and go all out.  effort in your clothes and accessories truly make a difference in your pictures and i couldn’t be more happy when a family shows up rockin their own style but coordinate with each other (NOT MATCH).  it shows them, their fun personalities, their love and i just want to squeeze them.

(updated) just a heads up that I only have now 3 open dates, for photo shoots for 2010 and they are going soooo fast.  let me know asap if you want to snag one before I am completely booked. i hate turning people away in november…it makes me sad.  and i will be posting the oh so adorable christmas card template options just as soon as I finish editing these weddings. so keep your eyes peeled for those.

I have had the lovely pleasure of shooting lots of larger families the fall. I think for most photographers they would agree that anymore than once kid is a challenge, but put in two or three then we really get a workout.  I however have had the BEST families this fall. They were all so much fun and this one was no exception.  There was for sure a star of the show and it was so fun. Can you spot the star?  (0;    and oh how I wish I could post 4 times this many on the blog as there are so many good ones to share but I don’t have the time.  Just a quick post for now.

hmmmm…..wonder where they are from?  (0;

I did these last year and they were such a huge request I thought I would offer them again.  This is a 2010 calendar customized with a photo of your choice. It is a normal print from my professional lab and then mounted onto matboard for a thicker backing. Perfect to place magnets on the back, frame or put in an easel. They are available in either 5×7 for $15 or 8×10 for $25.   For more than one you can take $5 off the original price. This is special pricing and a special offer. Only available until November 15th. Orders for these will be placed on the 16th so they must be placed and paid for by 15th.  These would be perfect christmas presents for parents and grandparents!  Email me if you want one.

Here are the rest of the christmas card template samples.  The cards are press printed onto thick cardstock type paper (not flimsy photo paper) by a professional lab.  They come in sets of 25 with envelopes in a variety of sizes and finishes.  Please get ahold of me as soon as possible to take advantage of the special pricing. Deadline for orders is November 15th so don’t miss out.  Also all the templates have a backside so you just see the front here.  They call all be customized (text, color etc) as well.

Click HERE to see funny and funky set and HERE to see the less traditional set.

Lots of important things to say right now.

First, I got the new computer and have been up till crazy times in the early am every night getting caught up so want to thank all of you for your patience. You guys are the greatest!

Next, I technically only have one date left through the end of the year for a session and am going to really try to stick to that. Please don’t make me have to turn you away. Get ahold of me soon if want pictures before the end of the year.

Next (yes more), I will be out of town this weekend through wednesday the 4th doing shoots in Idaho and visiting my brand new baby niece! Emails might be delayed so if you have an immediate need, please call me.

and more……ORDERING DEADLINE for ALL prints and christmas cards is NOVEMBER 15th. NO exceptions. I wish to spend the holidays with my family and not running around like a chicken with my head cut off like last year.  (0;  xoxo to all of you for understanding.

almost done…I found out today that some of the emails I sent from my phone over the last few days were not sent.  I need to go through them but if you didnt get a response from me in the last few days please shoot me another msg.

and lastly (i think) here is a new set of cards. I am so using one of these for ours because they are soooo me. Let me know if you want to order christmas cards. I also have lots more if you dont like this set or the last one.

Tis the season for family pictures and man I have been swamped with them.  I will never get caught up enough to blog them all but am going to make an effort to post as much as I can as soon as I get my computer back.  I have been battling for about 4 weeks now trying to get my computer screen fixed and now after the third screen apple finally realized that it still isn’t fixing the problem. So next week I will have a brand new computer. Yay for apple but boo for me since I have been basically unable to do much work for the last few weeks. I think I have caught up on emails but if you don’t have a response please sent me another one! I can get into emails now and will be able to resume full editing next week. yay!

Also a reminder if you haven’t booked your shoot for Christmas pictures please do so soon. I am almost booked up through the end of the year. Don’t miss out!

My calendar is finally up through the end of the year on my site and spots are going VERY quickly.  It’s time to book your fall sessions for christmas cards and back to school photos. Don’t miss out out on the nice weather before the rain starts coming.  To motivate people to order their cards early this year so I don’t get bombarded the last minute like usual I am doing a special on christmas cards.  Here is my newest set of templates to show off and these are my fave! I do have others as well too.  Don’t miss out on this killer deal!