Posted by jennifer in Studio Happenings on May 17th, 2013 Leave a comment »
You know that wall you have been neglecting? Now is the time to add some personality to it! Our gallery wraps are 20% off now thru May 31, 2013 and there is no limit to how many you can buy. Gallery wraps are a fresh and modern way to add art to any space and come ready to hang.
Our gallery clusters are a great way to have an instant story tastefully displayed! Those are 10% off now through May 31, 2013.
Need help designing a wall? Visit the studio and we can help you create a wall of personality and fun! Appointments will fill up quickly so contact Alyson today to schedule before the sale ends.
Visit your gallery and look under the “gallery wraps” tab for your options. When checking out please use promo code “gwrap”
May not be combined with any other offer or discount. Offer ends May 31, 2013.
Jennifer
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Posted by jennifer in Studio Happenings on May 10th, 2013 1 Comment »
Happy Mother’s day to all you moms out there. Your unconditional love and encouragement makes the world go round. We celebrate life each and everyday at JDP and without you that wouldn’t be possible. Below are some of my favorite moments with moms in and out of the studio. 
We would also like to recognize some moms who are now watching over their family from heaven. You are dearly missed and never forgotten! 
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Posted by jennifer in Portrait, Seniors on May 7th, 2013 Leave a comment »
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Posted by jennifer in Portrait on May 7th, 2013 Leave a comment »
I always love a visit from Miss Sofia!
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Posted by jennifer in Babies, Portrait on May 5th, 2013 Leave a comment »
It’s so very fun to have a new baby in the family to photograph! Jack visits the studio quite often and has established his role as model for JDP. He has renewed my joy for photographing children and I love him so much! He is so beautiful and all his little quirky ways make me smile. I will surely be sharing many more images to come! Most recent image is Jack expressing his italian roots by cooking a pizza. 
A sample of our baby parts canvas design!
Now enjoy a slideshow of moments from birth to 6 months of age!
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Posted by jennifer in Weddings on May 5th, 2013 Leave a comment »
I had the honor of working with Mary and Shawn this past January. I knew from the moment I met Mary I was going to LOVE her, but when I saw her with Shawn I liked her even more. They are two of the happiest people I’ve ever met. So very in love and so very true to themselves and each other. Mary is the type of woman that appreciates the little things and doesn’t stress at all over big things. Mary and Shawn have their priorities set for family first and I love that about them. Shawn is ever the Texas gentleman!! What a dreamy couple they are together. Everything about this wedding was so thoughtful. It was planned by the talented David Jackson of Premiere Events so all of the details were perfection.
Event Coordinator and Designer: David Jackson
Salon: The amazing DL Lowry
Florist: Heather with Enflora
Caterer: Thomas Catering
Venue: Scottish Rite Cathedral
Band: Orchestra 33 (from Chicago)
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Jewelry: Her grandmother’s pearls wore in her hair, her sister in law’s father in Hawaii made the bridesmaid necklaces and bracelets, Kaeley Smitson (website soon to come-they were beautiful!)
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Posted by jennifer in Weddings on May 5th, 2013 Leave a comment »
It’s always fun to be part of a rehearsal! Mary and Shawn had so many friends and family attend their rehearsal it was like a mini wedding. The thoughtful menu and decor planned by Shawn’s mom expressed his Brazilian heritage.
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Posted by jennifer in Babies, Family, Portrait on May 2nd, 2013 Leave a comment »
I’ve known Liz and Matt long before their wedding. Liz is super fun and Matt is too. Their wedding day was full of laughs and smiles and I can tell Madison has only made it triple the smiles and laughs. Watching them as parents is going to be awesome. So good to see you two and I can’t wait for the next session!!
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Posted by jennifer in Weddings, Weddings on April 29th, 2013 1 Comment »
Venue: The Mill Top Noblesville, IN
Jewelry: Tiffany & Co.
Florist: Bella’s Blooms
Caterer: MBP Catering
Cake: Heavenly Sweets
Dress: Maggie Sottero
Hair and Makeup: Nichole Francis- Hair (Salon G)/ Amber Escareno- MakeUp (Aveda)
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Susan
They are the sweetest couple. You ladies did such a fantastic job. These pictures are amazing! We hope to see you at Mill Top again :)
Posted by jennifer in Personal, Studio Happenings, Travels on April 25th, 2013 Leave a comment »
I was recently interviewed for a local magazine. The topic was how to get natural smiles from your children. This is something I work hard at each and everyday at my studio. Reflecting on our current photo culture, it is so very different from when I was a child.
When I had my picture taken as a child it was a very special event. My mom or dad loaded the camera with film and we only had 24 exposures to capture family moments. Much thought and preparation went in to setting up the “shot” and there was a silent prayer each time the shutter clicked that no one would blink and waste a frame. Precious and valued moments were made. These days we live in a very different “photo culture”. It seems everywhere you turn someone is taking a picture with a cell phone, camera or even an iPad! Our kids are constantly being asked to pose, smile or interact with a photo device. That can make getting natural expressions challenging.
At JDP we treat sessions more like play dates. Start by playing with your child and getting them to relax. Have the camera out, but don’t use it until after you feel your child is connecting with YOU. Being silly and encouraging creative expressions as opposed to “smiles” is a great way to start. If things get silly enough those sweet smiles will come naturally so have your camera ready. Working one on one is best, it can be overwhelming to have many people asking for your child’s attention.
Photographs are about connections people make with each other. Pictures are just a wonderful product of good memories. Enjoy some of our family memories captured on Kodak film that isn’t even produced anymore.
Thank you Jennifer for posting Maggie’s mother-in-law and me at Maggie and Hunter’s wedding. You created memories for all of us to enjoy forever!