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A Little Country.

October 29, 2008 – 9:37 pm

Why does it seem like yesterday that this beautiful high school senior was just a cute, spunky little 7th grader that I coached in volleyball?  Little Brandy was one of my star players.  I could always count on her overhand serve. (Yes, an awesome overhand in 7th grade, folks.)  Now look at her shining beauty!  Brandy and her mom led me to some gorgeous locations today … all country, and all serene and lovely.  Even Addie, Brandy’s cow with a teenage girl personality (haha!), graced some photos.  Thanks for the fun, ladies.  Enjoy your early look!

By Jess | Posted in Client Sneak Peeks, Seniors | 14 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Angela Crutcher   -  

    Um….wow!!! Absolutely stunning! I can;t even pick a fave here! I bet she will fall in love with what you’ve captured here!

  2. Lori   -  

    Beautiful girl! I love the third one!

  3. Deana   -  

    These are gorgeous pics and so is she! Love the cow pic, my fave!!!

  4. Grandma Ruggles   -  

    Great pictures–Brandi looks so natural & beautiful!! So neat to be able to see them this way!

  5. Jennifer   -  

    oh wow these are gorgeous, Im a country girl so Ireally like the location and colors in these too!

  6. ashley shavrnoch   -  

    ohh these are so prettyyyy!

  7. andrea joki   -  

    Love the feel and location of these. Fun!

  8. Jennifer Parke   -  

    These photos are fabulous! I love the shot with the cow! Please keep posting I love looking at your work!

  9. Chelsea Ruggles   -  

    You look sooo pretty!! My big cousin is all grown up! Just think we’ll both done in two years!! Love ya.

  10. misty   -  

    Gorgeous! I wanna be like you when I grow up! :) ++

  11. Tif   -  

    :bow:

    “we’re not worthy… we’re not worthy…”

  12. corey civetta   -  

    Beautiful images of a beautiful girl! Love your work as always, Jess!

  13. mom oneheart   -  

    Brandi looks so beautifully herself! Jess, you are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!

  14. kristin   -  

    Only the cool kids have REAL Cows! that is a cool shot++

Playful Little Ethan.

October 29, 2008 – 8:30 am

We jumped on the bed, read some books, played with the choo-choo, picked up the baby, played a little peek-a-boo, raced in the red car, drove the Jeep, jumped off the box, climbed on the chair, pulled the red wagon and ran around at full speed.  Tired, yet?  Amidst all this action was the cutest little lover boy ever.  He melted my heart and kept me racing around like crazy woman all at the same time.  Good fun!

 

By Jess | Posted in Babies, Client Sneak Peeks | 9 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Brandy Cunningham   -  

    Wow. Sounds like a great session! And the results are stunning. I love all three images. Please do tell what camera and lense you use?

  2. --cherry.   -  

    oh wow — sounds like the little guy had a fun session!! great images :)

  3. Jen B   -  

    These are great. I love the second one!

  4. Lainey   -  

    Jess… we love them and can’t wait to see the rest! Thank you!

  5. Dianne T.   -  

    I LOVE these pictures; # 3 would be my favorite!!! Thanks for sharing.

  6. Dianne T.   -  

    Thanks for sharing!!! # 3 is my favorite.

  7. Jennifer Parke   -  

    These are all great shots! The colors are perfect! Great job!

  8. NIcole   -  

    What a cutie:)Love them all

  9. kristin   -  

    #2 is SUPER rocks star. I want this to be my kid so I can put that on my wall and smile every day as I pass it.++

Sophia. Sophia. Sophia.

October 27, 2008 – 9:20 pm

Such a true pleasure to photograph.  She steps out of her car today and before even seeing me shouts, “Hi Jess!!!”   Sigh, I knew I was in for a treat.  Sophia skipped, hopped and twirled (and maybe tripped) her way through a fabulous photo session.  We literally had to stop shooting because of cute-photo-overload.  It was great to see you girls again!  

By Jess | Posted in Children, Client Sneak Peeks, Uncategorized | 16 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Nicole   -  

    Beautiful little girl…great photos.

  2. Christen Rush   -  

    These are gorgeous, what a beautiful little girl. Love that first one! ++

  3. Tiona   -  

    Beautiful images! I can’t pick a favorite because I love them all.

  4. jeni bernatz   -  

    wow! she is just adorable, and I love how you have captured her. sigh, that first one is just perfect!

  5. kim   -  

    gorgeous images!

  6. Becky Earl   -  

    Gorgeous!! I love each and every one of these! Such a beautiful little girl too!! Love your work!

  7. Shonda Feddema   -  

    Wow! These are amazing - beautiful girl!!++

  8. Jennifer   -  

    What sweet, sweet moments you’ve captured here! I think the second and last one are my favorites, but it’s difficult to choose!

  9. Andrea Mooney   -  

    Omigoodness- these are divine! Stunning little girl and stunning images.

  10. Julie   -  

    Jess, not only is she a darling little thing, but these images are stunning! I really really love them all!

  11. Tina Bacon   -  

    Jess to say you have taken some awesome photos of Sophia doesn’t express it well. I know her and have watched Sophia grow up in her 3 years and you have captured it all in your pictures. My how she has grown since the last pictures you took. Great to have an image as beautiful as Sophia and how great for Sophia and mom Suzanne to walk away with the beautiful pictures you have taken.

  12. Nicole Ramsay   -  

    Oh my!!! These are simply adorable. That last shot made me smile. Beautiful work. Lovely.

  13. Heather   -  

    Gorgeous portraits! Love the eyelash shot! ++

  14. Cindy   -  

    you are so right- fabulous session and gorgeous model!

  15. sylvia   -  

    WOW - these are gorgeous. and lucky you to photograph such a beautiful child. the last image, i can see that printed big on a canvas. the texture and color are amazing. ++

  16. kristin   -  

    Do the words story book mean anything to you?? She reminds me of a princess in a fairy tale. What a little love.++

Halloween Sea Creatures …

October 26, 2008 – 10:13 pm

… have invaded my house! And I must say they are the cutest darn sea creatures around.

Meet:
- Melody the Mermaid
- Oscar the Octopus
- Sheldon the Shark
:)

By Jess | Posted in Children, Randomness | 4 comments         Add a Comment
  1. corey civetta   -  

    they are so adorable, jess! love the cool costumes!

  2. Tif   -  

    haha! they are so cute jess!

  3. Grandma Cricket   -  

    I hope they don’t scare me to much when they come down to see me on Friday - I better warn Denver. Cute costumes.

  4. kristin   -  

    Umm… I am still giggling this is awesome.++

Super Spectacular Sibs.

October 26, 2008 – 9:09 pm

Today, right in between 2 huge, nasty storms, I had the pleasure of photographing 3 amazing kids ages 7, 9 and 11.  These older ages are sometimes overlooked when it comes to booking custom sessions.  But let me tell you, they truly shine when given the opportunity.  I’m not sure who had more fun … them or me.  I’m so in love with many of their group shots, so that’s what I’m going to share today.  Melissa, you’ll have to be patient for the individuals.  (Haha, easier sad than done, right?) Enjoy your sneak!

And this cutie munchkin is the little cousin of the siblings above.  Couldn’t resist sharing.  If you look closely you may remember him from a few months back.

By Jess | Posted in Children, Client Sneak Peeks | 6 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Jen   -  

    Wow!!! Awesome shots girl! I love the setting and clothing choices too :)

  2. Melissa Petzold   -  

    Jess, these are GREAT!!! I can tell that I am going to have a very hard time choosing which ones I want. My kids look so grown up!!! You are an awesome photographer. And you really get into your work :-)

    Melissa

  3. Heather   -  

    Wow, they are awesome (my niece and nephew that is)!! So glad you got to fit them in between the storms. Can’t wait for my family to have their picture taken.

  4. Laura Blue   -  

    WOW–great pics!!!! They look like country stars—especially Serena.

  5. Beth   -  

    The pictures are just perfect…They look like they need to be published for Commercial use…like The Gap, Target…etc. What a wonderful way the kids were captured..The kids being so cute also helped…lol!

  6. Julie   -  

    Awesome images! I especially LOVE the one on the car! Gorgeous and fun!