Happy Spring!

Posted on May 13, 2012

I just realized I forgot to put up all the Spring mini session cuties up!  This was such a fun set to put together and I love the ones of the kids playing with bubbles….once the bubbles came out they forgot all about me and eye contact went out the window but they loved them :)





New Mini Session Openings!

Posted on April 26, 2012

My least favorite part of my job is saying no…and I’ve been saying that A LOT lately!  This year, in an effort to keep the crazy back, we’re only booking three months out at a time and while it’s nice to not have my whole year booked solid… I’m still booking up as soon as I open the next month up!  Which means I’m getting lots of sad emails and phone calls from moms desperately trying to get in!

 

While I can’t open up more sessions at this time (as much as I truly wish I was super woman and could) I’ve decided to add in a morning of mini sessions once a week for the month of May.  These will be done exactly like the themed mini sessions we do once a month however they will just be on some of the more popular backdrops we have.

 

These are perfect for those of you that really wanted a full session and couldn’t get in.  Maybe you have a baby with a milestone, a child’s birthday, or just a cute new outfit!

 

*Dates and times will vary and are listed below.

*Each date will have two backdrops available to choose from, both will be set up ready to go and you will choose ONE

*Mini sessions are 15 minutes each,  for children ages 3months-12 years, one outfit, up to three children (NO ADULTS), include 5-7 full resolution images with print release.  Cost is 65.00 and is due at the time of booking (no exceptions).

*You’re welcome to any of my fun props such as tutus, ties, petti rompers, headbands and hats

 

Wednesday May 2nd 2:30-4:15 Backdrops: Tin Tile OR Blue Chevron

Monday May 7th 9:00-10:45 Backdrops: Pink Zebra OR Rustic Barnwood

Monday May 14th 10:30-12:15 Spring OR White Barnwood

Tuesday May 15th 10:30-12:15 Pastel Shutters OR Creamy Fabric

Thursday May 24th 9:00-10:45 Brown & Blue wood OR Blue Paisley

 

All backdrops can be seen here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.306617459373929.66294.105636519472025&type=3

 

Want to win a FREE FULL SESSION?  If I book all of these spots I’ll draw from the names of everyone that booked and one lucky person will win a free full session…so be sure to spread the word!

 

To book a spot email Jennifer at jenniferjphoto@aol.com.  Be sure to include the date and time you’d like!





Yarning to Be

Posted on April 12, 2012

Oy…it’s been as busy as Christmas time around here lately!!  I’m way behind on blog posts but if you’re on facebook check out the fan page to see recent daily session posts!  It’s been a while since I’ve done a vendor feature and if you’ve seen some of the fun newborn pictures here lately many of the cute hats have come from Yarning to Be.  Ruth is the amazing creator behind these hats and while I was of course excited when when she approached me to work together with her hats I have been totally blown away by the quality of her work.  She’s also amazing at coming up with her own patterns.  I was looking for a hat with a John Deere tractor on it and was having a hard time finding something cute and she whipped one up for me that was just perfect!  So here’s a little look at the goodies she’s sent my way and if you’re looking for a special hat check out her store and if you don’t see what you’re looking for be sure to send her a message, she just might be able to help you out!  Also if you’re planning a baby session with me all of the hats you see (and plenty more) are available to use at your session!

Here is a little more about Yarning to Be!

The Basics
Business name:  Yarning To Be
Location:  Lake Stevens, Washington
Product:   Infant/Toddler Accessories and Photo Props
The Lady in Charge
Your Name:  Ruth Ogilvie
Tell us a little about yourself:  I am a mother of two wonderful children, Grace 8 and Brady 4.  I have been married for 9 years to my wonderful husband Jeff.  I am passionate about what I do and sometimes that will keep me up for hours at night and wake me from my sleep early in the morning.  I am constantly trying to perfect my craft and create pieces that are cute yet functional.  I am a note taker and have little post its all over the place with ideas and colors for my next project.
Why do you make your product and what started your business?:  I love to make unique photo props and enjoy seeing my work on these gorgeous little babies. It is so fun to see a peaceful sleeping baby wearing something that I have created.  My business all started with a crocheted bag that I received as a birthday present from my sister.  I loved the bag so much that I decided to teach myself how to crochet to make one and it just escalated from there.  I watched countless hours of YouTube videos.  I started, restarted, and undid so many patterns and kept trying till I finally got it.
When you shop Etsy, where do you go?:  I mostly shop for patterns, yarn, unique handcrafted buttons and anything else that I can incorporate into one of my pieces.  I am in awe of all the talent on Etsy.  People are just so creative and it so nice to see a place where all this talent can come together.
Where do you get your design inspiration?:  I am inspired everywhere.  I was at a department store the other day and saw this adorable hat with cute embellishments on it and wondered if that is something that I could try to recreate with my own flare.  When I see a photo of an adorable hat or photo prop I try to make sure I put my own special touches on it to make it more unique.
What is your “go-to” snack while you work?:  I am awful at remembering to eat when I get started on a project and coffee pretty much keeps me going for the first part of the day but the one thing that I will reach for is popcorn.
The Fun Stuff
What’s in the background while you’re working (besides screaming children)?:  Sometimes I will just turn on the tv to have background noise but I prefer the house to be quiet while I am working.  I get up before my kids and husband and stay up late to just have the peace and quiet.
Describe a typical day in “the office” for you?:  First thing I do is spend an hour on the computer in the morning, checking emails, returning emails, searching Etsy for more patterns and ideas and then get my kids up and off to school and preschool.  I have to have a clean house before I can sit down to work on orders or side projects so I will do a clean sweep of the house and then get all my materials that I need for a project all together and start on my orders or whatever I have to get done for that day.
If you had a storefront, what would it look like?:  It would definitely be shabby chic.  I truly believe that I was born in the wrong era and I absolutely adore antiques and time-worn pieces.  I can see past the chipped paint and worn spots to see the real beauty of an item and the story it has to tell.

 

 

 





So many cuties to show off!

Posted on March 27, 2012

My kids just went back to school today after two loooong weeks of spring break.  I was sad to see them go but it feels good to get back to a normal routine again.  Here are lots and lots of recent cuties!

 





Davenport, IA children’s photographer

Posted on March 12, 2012

 

A few fun recent sessions to share!





A little bit of everything (Rock Island, IL baby photographer)

Posted on March 3, 2012

My whole family got strep and I was sick for two weeks….felt like two months lol so I’m a little behind in posting.  Here’s a nice big catch up post of some of the babies and bellies that came to see me in February.  This weekend I’ll be doing 30-ish baby chick sessions (27 of them are minis) so I’ll be hibernating with my computer all next week plus doing lots of rescheduled sessions so the blog will be a little quiet….but there will be tons of Easter cuteness coming up so stay tuned :)

 





Oh baby baby! Check out our new Watch Me Grow Club!

Posted on February 18, 2012

Calling all mamas!  I’m SO excited to introduce our new option for baby’s first year!  I was going to announce it our next newsletter but I just couldn’t wait and I have so many babies being born that I didn’t want anyone to miss out either :) .  I’ve been asked for some sort of club every since I reopened in 2010 with our new digital only pricing format.  However this all digi idea took off way faster than I anticipated and last year as of May we were booked out for the whole year.  There was no way I could have had any clubs because I wouldn’t have been able to get anyone in!  Back in the day my watch me grow club was my favorite thing I offered and I’m just thrilled to be offering it again!  If you’ve just been in to me in the last few months for a newborn session and would like to join just send me an email at jenniferjphoto@aol.com to join at an adjusted rate.  Between the babies I’ve already seen this year and the ones left to be born on my due date list we’re up to almost 40….I’m VERY excited about the idea of being able to watch many of these babies grow during their first year!





Vendor Spotlight: Yarning to Be

Posted on February 16, 2012

I was so excited when Ruth emailed me and asked me to work with her hats.  Her items are absolutely top notch quality and she is a joy to work with!  I still have another box of goodies to use yet so keep an eye out for more from her!!

The Basics
Business name:  Yarning To Be
Location:  Lake Stevens, Washington
Product:   Infant/Toddler Accessories and Photo Props
The Lady in Charge
Your Name:  Ruth Ogilvie
Tell us a little about yourself:  I am a mother of two wonderful children, Grace 8 and Brady 4.  I have been married for 9 years to my wonderful husband Jeff.  I am passionate about what I do and sometimes that will keep me up for hours at night and wake me from my sleep early in the morning.  I am constantly trying to perfect my craft and create pieces that are cute yet functional.  I am a note taker and have little post its all over the place with ideas and colors for my next project.
Why do you make your product and what started your business?:  I love to make unique photo props and enjoy seeing my work on these gorgeous little babies. It is so fun to see a peaceful sleeping baby wearing something that I have created.  My business all started with a crocheted bag that I received as a birthday present from my sister.  I loved the bag so much that I decided to teach myself how to crochet to make one and it just escalated from there.  I watched countless hours of YouTube videos.  I started, restarted, and undid so many patterns and kept trying till I finally got it.
When you shop Etsy, where do you go?:  I mostly shop for patterns, yarn, unique handcrafted buttons and anything else that I can incorporate into one of my pieces.  I am in awe of all the talent on Etsy.  People are just so creative and it so nice to see a place where all this talent can come together.
Where do you get your design inspiration?:  I am inspired everywhere.  I was at a department store the other day and saw this adorable hat with cute embellishments on it and wondered if that is something that I could try to recreate with my own flare.  When I see a photo of an adorable hat or photo prop I try to make sure I put my own special touches on it to make it more unique.
What is your “go-to” snack while you work?:  I am awful at remembering to eat when I get started on a project and coffee pretty much keeps me going for the first part of the day but the one thing that I will reach for is popcorn.
The Fun Stuff
What’s in the background while you’re working (besides screaming children)?:  Sometimes I will just turn on the tv to have background noise but I prefer the house to be quiet while I am working.  I get up before my kids and husband and stay up late to just have the peace and quiet.
Describe a typical day in “the office” for you?:  First thing I do is spend an hour on the computer in the morning, checking emails, returning emails, searching Etsy for more patterns and ideas and then get my kids up and off to school and preschool.  I have to have a clean house before I can sit down to work on orders or side projects so I will do a clean sweep of the house and then get all my materials that I need for a project all together and start on my orders or whatever I have to get done for that day.
If you had a storefront, what would it look like?:  It would definitely be shabby chic.  I truly believe that I was born in the wrong era and I absolutely adore antiques and time-worn pieces.  I can see past the chipped paint and worn spots to see the real beauty of an item and the story it has to tell.

 





Set 10 Little Bookworm!

Posted on February 15, 2012

Here’s a look at our February Mini sessions, the theme was “Little Bookworm”.  I LOVE the way this set turned out.  It’s great for all ages and is available now for any full sessions :)





Babies babies babies (Moline, IL newborn photographer)

Posted on February 10, 2012

I had two sweet babies come to see me last week.  First was Bentley looking oh so dapper in his hat and tie and then Ms. Kendall came and visited me to model some different new props I have….you’ll see more of her in a vendor spotlight I’m working on!  I just LOVED this little outfit on her too….and if you watch the slideshow at the top of the website she’s the baby sleeping in this little box so it’s fun to see how much she’s grown and now sitting in it!





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