Jameson Photos Blog

Miss Claire Evelyn: Mesa Newborn Photographer

2011-02-11T13:50:00.006-07:00

In honor of our sweet new baby due to arrive VERY soon I hope, I thought I'd get myself in the mood and share these precious photos of baby Claire. Isn't she perfection? That hair, those cheeks, even the little dark hairs on her tiny bum! Ugh, she just melted my heart. Spending time with Claire and her hilarious, fun, gorgeous new mother, Emily, brought back so many memories of my Eva being born just two years ago. Becoming a mother to that tiny soft sweet infant is a moment I will always cherish, and I've just loved being reminded of that time by precious little Claire.

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Shumway Family: Mesa Family Photographer

2011-01-26T12:34:00.008-07:00

Time for some fresh stuff over here. Last year and the one before that, there were more than a few shoots that slipped through the blog cracks, and I'm determined to change that. From now on all sessions will be blogged (I hope!). It's really not nice of me to keep all the photo goodness to myself anyway now is it?

So to start, a family just dear to my heart. Nikki was my first visiting teacher and one of my first friends in our former (and future) ward. She's great. Super crafty and very thoughtful, two important qualities in my book :). Plus she's all that even with these 3 small kiddos keeping her busy. I'm sure it doesn't hurt that they're pretty darn cute. Nikki's husband Adam is also the man. He's spent quite a few hours helping Scott with some electrical work we've been doing on our new house, and we are SO grateful. We'd be lost or more likely totally fried without him. (Anyone out there need an electrician? Let us know! Adam comes highly recommended.) It's been Scott's and my pleasure knowing this family, and we hope to be friends for a long long time.

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Sandrolini Family: Chandler Family Photographer

2010-11-08T12:45:00.008-07:00

We shot this sweet couple's wedding Saturday, and it's about time I posted their family session from a while back. It's been a fun few months getting to know Carolee and her little family a bit better. She is the whole package--spunky, gorgeous, and super creative, plus she's an ambitious and talented nail technician with always perfect fingers and toes. And most importantly, I feel like I've come to see Carolee for who she truly is deep down--an extremely loving wife and mother to her cute boys.

Speaking of those boys, her little one has a thing for trains and Carolee found this spot knowing it would be just perfect for our session. I love how it turned out and I really love the feelings I get when I look at these images. You can just sense the pure, beautiful unadulterated love they share for one another. Can't wait to share their stunning wedding soon.

Doesn't he look so proud to call her his?

To die for red hair!

The little train conductor and his dad, hard at work on the train.

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Miss Stacy's Preschool: Gilbert Children's Photographer

2010-10-19T15:56:00.006-07:00

It's that time again, school picture days! Because I love me some good school pictures. Not the kind with cheesy faces, ugly backgrounds, and expensive packages. You know, the kind where your child smiles naturally in a beautiful place and for an affordable price. Just $15 for 2-3 high resolution, edited images. Contact me if you're interested of course. This is my latest preschool, and can you believe how cute? I just love the fun personalities that came out in these. Kids are the bomb.

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Lincoln: Mesa Newborn Photographer

2010-10-06T11:39:00.005-07:00

Remember this little guy? Well here's a look at the rest of his session. Seeing these pictures again makes me all giddy inside knowing that I'll be bringing home my own little bundle in just a few months. I'm not gonna lie though, I've been more than a little nervous ever since the doctor said "It's a boy!" A boy? I don't do boys. I even made him double check. I don't know how to have a boy! But I guess I'll learn. And it shouldn't be too hard if he's anything like this sweet baby, Lincoln. Isn't he perfect?

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Manning Family: Mesa Family Photographer

2010-09-27T14:11:00.004-07:00

Remember this sneak peek from a while back? Well the full post is WAY overdue and finally here. I'm so glad to have gotten to know this cute family a little better over the past few years. They live in a condo super close to our's, but are as we speak planning a move all the way to Arkansas! :(

We're excited for the new adventures the Manning's have ahead, but can I just say how much I'll miss seeing Jill and Elsie out walking Marley the dog? Not to mention chatting with Jill about her recent reads and latest sewing creations. She is one talented seamstress (she even made the adorable skirt little Elsie girl is sportin in these photos). And speaking of photos, don't they make the most perfectly dreamy little family? They are STUNNING.

(These next two are my favorites!)

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Paige Baptized!

2010-09-16T13:31:00.005-07:00

For those of you following our recent craziness with Eva's surgery, we're home now and slowly getting back to normal. I thought I'd distract myself from life today by posting some more loveliness here.

This cute girl looked completely whimsical in her baptism dress. And talk about a gorgeous dress. Paige's grandmother actually made this dress, and she did so using the lace from Paige's mother's wedding dress. I love that her dress was extra special, and I know she will cherish this piece of her mom and grandmother forever. Plus I swear that wearing it just transformed Paige into a little princess. She was dainty, poised, and of course stunning--all things a princess should be.

This first one is my favorite. Perfection.

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Silhouette Submission to Go{4}Pro

2010-09-08T23:17:00.004-07:00

Don't mind me. I'm just entering a contest by Go{4}Pro for the best silhouette image. Hope I'm not too late! Here's my entry. Love this shot.

Hoping I win Heather Ward's actions!!

Ben and Shepin Engaged!

2010-09-08T14:52:00.006-07:00

It's high time I got to posting over here again, and I thought I'd start back with my most favorite shoot to date. Shepin was one of my closest friends growing up, so I was pretty excited to say the least when I heard she'd gotten engaged. (Plus he proposed in Europe, talk about romantic!) I have so many hilarious memories that include Shepin, and if there's one thing I know, it's that she is truly one of a kind. It's a good thing Ben is the perfect guy. He's not only sweet and adorable, but he's also very smart and a fabulous cook from what we've heard! He's definitely got our stamp of approval :) It's been such a pleasure for Scott and I to get to know Ben better these past few weeks, and to spend more time with Shepin again. We can't wait to go tandem bike riding together! But don't they make the most stunning couple? My favorite thing about these images is how in love these two are. You can just tell.

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Diez de Medina Kiddos Preview

2010-06-15T13:36:00.004-07:00

Four out of five of some of the FUNNEST kids I know. I don't care if that's not a word, it works for me!

More to come as always, but hope you like this little peek, Dawn!

Another Sneaky Peek!

2010-05-24T10:36:00.008-07:00

I guess you know a shoot went well when you find that narrowing the images down is an impossible task. That's my current dilemma with this session. Here's a tiny peek.

(Can you blame me?)

STILL working my way through a massive amount of editing. And speaking of work, did you hear?? I'm quitting my day job! My last day is next week, and I can hardly believe it. Full time momtog here I come!

New Dunnage

2010-05-11T08:49:00.005-07:00

Just want to share some new packaging! (Or dunnage as we like to call it.) As a big fan of the handmade, I wanted to offer something just so. Handmade and personal, with a touch of whimsy.

Already my favorite part is that I can create something slightly different every time. Here is one of my first designs. Expect more fun things like this from here on out. Just a little something extra for choosing Jameson Photos ♥

Baby Linc Preview: Mesa Newborn Photographer

2010-05-06T20:20:00.006-07:00

So I shot a newborn session today that was PERFECTION. I'm trying to get caught up on some other shoots, but I just had to share this image now. Ugh I'm dying, I love it so much. New babies are just delish.

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Grant: Mesa Children's Photographer

2010-04-28T07:31:00.007-07:00

This cute boy is two years old! I can admit that I was nervous when his momma told me she wanted to plan a session for Grant's second birthday. Children have really become my favorite part of photography, but I think we all know the bad rap this age gets. Despite his newly instated terrible two status, Grant boy was sure fun. A ball of neverending energy and slightly grumpy when I got too close, but still tons of fun to be with.

Grant is pretty much obsessed with trains, (he even brought Thomas along for the adventure) so we knew the train tracks would be a must for this kid. Doesn't he look like a little train conductor? Adorable I tell ya. And I loved that he found some sort of excitement in everything around him, not only the train tracks, but also a stick, the rocks, our sunglasses, the suitcase, a big log. Little boys are rad.

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The Christensen Family: Mesa Family Photographer

2010-04-23T08:20:00.004-07:00

This is another oldie, but still a goodie for sure. Two words are all I get when I think about this family. Absolute. Perfection. From the way cute headbands and handmade dress, to Gracie's gorgeous curls, not to mention William's obvious adoration for his sister, and the sweet love felt between Russ and Debbie. I hope I can be like Debbie someday. She not only manages these two energetic kiddos all day every day, (I could hardly get William to stand still for any length of time) but she also takes time to craft and sew, plus she has great style. Her husband actually wrapped her birthday gift using pages from the Anthropologie catalog. How cute is that? Oh and Russ and Debbie are expecting baby #3! Check out more of this rad family HERE. I'm in love with the vintage twist we were going for with these, but I hafta say, it's definitely the family that makes these photos beautiful.

Can you believe the cute little cottage this family calls home???
Go ahead, feel jealous with me.

Isn't she a doll? Still can't get over the curls.

That cute home they live in happens to be just down the street from this lovely place.

Don't mess. This family is super.

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Jeff and Vita Bridals Groomals Preview Numero Uno

2010-04-09T09:39:00.008-07:00

Well prepare to see A LOT of these two. I still haven't posted all my favorite engagements. Plus we had a second location for these bridals/groomals, and then there's the main event of course, aka the weddin'. Good thing this couple is freakin gorgeous. We used to play a little game up at the Y on the periodicals floor of the library. Check out couples walking in together and decide on the spot. He got lucky or she got lucky. Stupid? Yes. Shallow? Why yes. Entertaining? Si senor. I hafta say, in this case Jeff is certainly the lucky one. Vita is one stunningly beautiful bride.

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Andre and Andrea: The Engagement Saga Continues

2010-04-02T09:18:00.012-07:00

So I know I already showed the most exciting part of our getaway to Cali, but I definitely wanted to share the other reason we made the trip. Like I said, Andre wanted his proposal to be a surprise, but it still needed to be perfect. So without Andrea knowing, we set up a sweet spot on the beach especially for our two favorite newly engaged love birds.

What I should've photographed was Scott and I's trek down approx. 300 stairs with all this stuff. (They don't call it Thousand Steps Beach for nothin.) Not to mention our mad dash to get this all set up before Andre(a) arrived for the main event. I do think it turned out quite lovely though.

Webb Family Preview

2010-03-30T08:23:00.005-07:00

Yet another preview this time of my sister-in-law and her little fam. We got together for these back in January (not like I'm behind or anything) and I love them. The pictures and the people. Not really sure how she survives in a house full of boys, but I'm guessing it's a good thing they're cute, dontcha think? Check her blog HERE.

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Andre and Andrea FINALLY Engaged!

2010-03-26T11:44:00.009-07:00

Two weeks ago, Scott and I made a top secret trip to California to help our close friend Andre propose to his loverly lady, Andrea. We were super careful to keep the plan on the down low because Andre wanted the proposal to be perfect/completely unexpected/epic all at once. You see, Andre(a) have been dating FOR AGES. Like since Scott and I got married, and that feels like ancient history. Talk of wedding bells ensued, I think Andrea got a little antsy for that ring on her finger to seal the deal. Obviously after all of her very patient waiting, she deserved something special. So Andre planned a proposal at Thousand Steps Beach at sunset, and enlisted us in the process. We put together a romantic little spot for the two of them and hid away to capture it all.

The happy couple.

The gorgeous beach.

Us trying hard to stay quiet/contain our excitement.

The proposal.

She said yes!

FINALLY engaged.

Enjoying the set up. More photos to come!

Sean and Hayley Preview Central

2010-03-25T22:47:00.007-07:00

Inspired by my friend Ben. These suburbs are rockin tonight.

(Another shoot in the works)

Bodily Family: Tempe Family Photographer

2010-03-24T14:04:00.010-07:00

So much for posting every week, oops. I guess I decided that it wasn't worth posting just to post. I want to be on here more often, but I also want my posts to be worth reading! New goal: STRIVE for one SIGNIFICANT post a week on this here blog.

Anywayz, this family is dang cute. Srsly. No bias here. And really I should know. Miss Olivia has appeared HERE before, and her mother is a part of THIS fun group of girlies. Plus I have school pictures of the other kids to share, but first, the rest of this cute bunch. And they really are cute. I can't believe the youngest, Coy, is only a few weeks older than my Eva. He's not only got at least 10 pounds on her, but he's also got twice as many teeth! Makes for an especially adorable toothy baby grin. Sad we don't see them as much as we like since we moved out of our condo, but so glad for times like these that bring us together again. Did I mention that this family is super cute? I love them.

These parents are rad. Don't they look fun? It's because they are.

Cute kids rock.

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My Funny Valentine

2010-02-27T15:10:00.003-07:00

So I'm trying to squeeze this post in mainly just to say that I posted this week. Lame, I know. I really enjoy having a place to share my thoughts and photos (even if nobody reads this!), so I feel bad when this little blog doesn't get the time of day. I've been meaning to post some cute valentines but just haven't had a chance to get them on here yet. Hopefully soon, is February ending already? For now here's a recent favorite of my cute valentine. Such pretty eyes.

(Another one that I already posted here.)

Gardner Family Preview

2010-02-15T13:32:00.004-07:00

No time for chit chat. Trying to get this session finished up and off to this cute family!

The Wright Family: Mesa Family Photographer

2010-02-11T08:24:00.006-07:00

Finally catching up on some oldies, go me. This is one of the first families I worked with over the holidays and what a great way to start the season! Just look at how stylin they are. Really, go look! Did you see? Ok good. When we met up at our spot, I knew right away that this was going to be a great time (despite the butterflies I get each time I shoot!).

I’m in a drunken kind of love with Tiffani’s gorgeous headband. She said her sister made it. I said I want one. Naturally. But I also love the other little details. The layers, the polka dots, the colors, the cute boots. Not to mention the fun personalities in this family. Oh and the train! How could I forget well, a train. Such a fun, spontaneous, and very loud end to this shoot. Maybe I can talk the railroad engineer into showing up with his train during every session?

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Link Love at My Favorite Things

2010-02-08T19:44:00.007-07:00

SO excited and honored to be mentioned over on My Favorite Things by Danyelle and Molly. My session with the Secret Stitch girls got some Link Love today! Just perfect since this shoot definitely sticks out in my mind as a favorite. You can't go wrong with seven gorgeous girlfriends in super cute hand made aprons!

HUGE thanks to my very best friend Sara for thinking of me, and sending this session in as a favorite!

Goal #2 and Another Preview

2010-02-04T12:05:00.010-07:00

Next goal for twenty ten - perfect a black and white edit for myself and put it to good use.

My true loves have always been bright colors with a little bit of vintage thrown in the mix. I guess I've just never thought of myself as a black and white kinda gal. Lately though, I've had a serious infatuation with the drama and poignancy of black and white. Thus the goal. So I tried starting from scratch, I tested actions, tweaked presets, and got nothing. I became (more than) slightly obsessed with making a BW edit all my own. My foremost personal goal this year is to be more ME, and that's everything I wanted for my black and white. Something me, something I’m truly proud of, something I can really feel. Lucky for Scott who has to deal with me when I'm on one of my very important don't-bother-me-or-else missions to accomplish something, my edit is finished, and I'm in love.

(Mmm makes me so warm and fuzzy.)

Another preview from a recent session.

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Goal #1 and Engagements Preview

2010-02-02T11:31:00.012-07:00

Rather that just listing my professional goals off here, I hope to explain them one by one. I’m telling about my personal goals over here, but my photography goals are a little different. To preface this first goal, I just want to say that finding time to get on here and share my photos as well as my thoughts and feelings is something I really struggle with. Time management in general is my ultimate nemesis, but it's also about insecurity for me. Despite these hurdles, I absolutely WILL blog more this year. The plan is at least once a week, and I know I can do it.

Now for a preview of my latest session!

(I have to say this last shot is one of my all time favorite images.)

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Help for Haiti

2010-01-22T07:57:00.008-07:00

I just signed up, and you should too.

Our family donated a small amount to our church humanitarian fund last week,
but I'm so glad to feel like I can personally give to those in Haiti.

Go HERE to get involved.

While You Wait

2010-01-20T11:11:00.005-07:00

For the blog to be finished, that is...how about some pictures of the cutest almost one year old you've ever seen? I posted these on my family blog yesterday, but I like them so much, they're making a second appearance.

So proud to call her mine.

Blog Redesign and Last Few Holiday Cards

2010-01-19T17:23:00.006-07:00

Hopefully you're noticing that things are looking a little different around here! It's a work in progress, but my blog, or more accurately, my entire business is going through a major revamp. I guess when I first started this blog, I didn't know exactly where I was going in photography, or how I wanted my business to be. I had a few ideas of course, but I feel like finding my niche has been a process. It's so nice to finally feel comfortable with who I am as a photographer as well as where I'm headed. I've got some hefty goals for the year (to be blogged soon) and obviously some changes in the works, but the ultimate purpose behind each of these goals and changes is to make everything in my business more ME. It's going to be a great year! Now take a look around, check back often to see more, and most importantly, let me know what you think about the new look. I'd love some feedback.

And now my last few cards of the year, including my parents' card, and my own family card. But first, a card for my cute sister-in-law's little family:

Now my parents' holiday card featuring yours truly :), We actually made up a few different versions of this one, but this was definitely my favorite.

And because I obviously saved the best for last, I'll end with my own family card, and really our first ever family picture. We went old school with the tripod and self timer this year, and you can be sure to see more of this chair in the coming months!

The Coleman Family: Mesa Family Photographer

2009-12-18T10:52:00.013-07:00

This post has been a long time coming. These photos were finished shortly after I put up the sneak peek a ways back. And you thought I'd forget about the full post. (At this rate, I'll be blogging for months before I'm caught up.) I have to start somewhere though! And what a sweet family to begin with. Check out Matt, Elyse, and cute little Emmie!

Scott and I have known Elyse for quite a while, and her parents are dear friends of ours. They actually paid for a good chunk of our honeymoon, and we were SO impressed by their generosity. That's typical of this family though. They're just dripping with kindness. I hope I captured that in these.

I'll admit, I got a serious workout chasing Emmie around! She might look like a cute, dainty little thing, but don't be fooled. This girl is NOT afraid to get dirty. She certainly wasn't above flinging dirt all over the place! Isn't her little skirt just darling? It's courtesy of her super crafty mom, another contributor to this blog. Oh and can you believe Elyse is several months pregnant in these? She looks awesome! Can't wait to meet her new little BOY soon!

^Used new textures/texture plugin on this image, loving it!

{Love you Coleman fam! Hope you enjoyed these :)}

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More Holiday Cards

2009-12-10T19:07:00.006-07:00

It seems like you can get digital cards made anywhere these days, but I love me a good custom card. Here are a few more of my designs.

The Secret Stitch Club: Mesa Photographer

2009-12-08T19:34:00.007-07:00

Meet the fabulous girls of the famous Secret Stitch Club! Not only are these girls in love with all things apron, but they're also extremely talented seamstresses. (Be sure to pop on over to their blog HERE to see all of their cute creations!) I keep telling myself that one of these days I'm going to get my lazy bum over to their sewing night and see if I can jog my sewing memory. I might just have to beg them to teach me more since the extent of my sewing career has been a sorry pair of boxer shorts (back in the 90's when they were cool of course) and a few boring old pillow cases. It'd definitely be a great time because these girls are super fun. Even in the freak Arizona winds we encountered the day of this shoot, we had a blast together, and I'm so glad to know these gorgeous girls.

Told ya they were fun!

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Holiday Card Preview

2009-11-25T13:16:00.005-07:00

I meant to release a set of holiday card templates sooner, but yeah. So much to do, so little time! Hopefully I'll get around to designing the rest, but for now, here's a quick preview.

Definitely contact me if you might be interested in having a card made.

Full post of this awesome family coming soon!

Miss Maren's Monkeys

2009-11-20T12:31:00.005-07:00

And finally, the place where all of these amazingly cute kids came from.

Miss Maren's Preschool!

This preschool is awesome, and comes very highly recommended. It's definitely got the Jameson Photos stamp of approval! Be sure to check it out HERE.

Feel free to contact me for more information about school picture group rates and deals.

Miss Hayden

2009-11-19T13:40:00.003-07:00

And finally, Hayden! Definitely one of the cutest girls ever. I'm sensing some modeling in her future, yes? I just can't get over how beautiful she is, and the camera absolutely loves her! There are so many good photos to choose from. Hayden has a smile that just lights up her whole face, and that hand on the hip was all her. Love it!

Miss Alex

2009-11-18T07:29:00.005-07:00

And now, Alex! Another girl with more fashion sense in her pinky finger than I think I've got in my whole body. Isn't she darling? I love the dress, boots, leggings, everything. Not to mention her adorable little grin, and those sparkly blue eyes! The only challenge I faced with this girl, was getting her to look at the camera. I have a strange suspicion that her mother has the camera out all the time, because she wasn't phazed at all by the big black thing staring at her! Luckily, once we got chatting, the smiles came right out! Also loved the thoughtful expression in the last one!

Miss Olivia

2009-11-17T08:39:00.004-07:00

Meet Olivia! I was Olivia's primary teacher a little while back, and I can't believe how grown up she's getting. I don't think this it's even possible for this girl to take a bad picture. She's so photogenic! Her mom really should look into child modeling or something. Put those good looks to use! Olivia was another effortless subject, and I absolutely loved everything about her.

Mr. Ty

2009-11-16T08:35:00.004-07:00

Check out Ty! That's right, I'm not done yet. More school pictures all this week, and I think it's high time we get a boy in the mix! A very cute boy at that! I'll admit I was a little nervous about being able to capture Ty's huge personality. He's SUCH a sweetie, but he's a bit of a handful! After I figured out Ty's major weakness for sweets, the rest was history. Lets face it, I'm not above bribery when it comes to cute kids and big smiles! And I just LOVE this boy's big smile. So handsome!

Another Miss Tessa

2009-11-13T08:26:00.006-07:00

Another Tessa! Because two are always better than one, right? This girl was the BIGGEST HAM I have ever. seen. in front of the camera. No joke. She'd just stand there casually, but as soon as I'd pull out the camera, all at once she'd strike a pose, stick out her neck, and give me that HUGE grin. I about died! Taking her picture was literally effortless. I have to say that Tessa's eyes are my absolute favorite. I just love that when she smiles, they almost disappear!

Coleman Family Sneak Peekage: Mesa Family Photographer

2009-11-12T23:42:00.009-07:00

I know I already posted today, but I've got all sorts of editing in the works and I couldn't resist posting these. (Can you believe it? Two posts in one day is totally unheard of around here.) Anyway, this family is gorgeous, yes? Can't wait to show off the rest!

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Miss Tessa

2009-11-12T07:54:00.005-07:00

And now, Tessa! Is she just darling or what? I mean look at that outfit! She puts my fashion sense to shame at a mere 4 years old. I should've asked her for tips! Anywho, Tessa was a little shy at first, so she got to see me in all my animal-noise-making glory. (I do a pretty rad duck impression I'm not gonna lie.) Once we got a few small grins, it was smooth sailing. I just love Tessa's sweet simple smile and her gorgeous sparkly eyes. Have a look!

Miss Karsyn

2009-11-11T07:36:00.009-07:00

Next up, Karsyn! Now this girl is a pro when it comes to getting her picture taken. (Must be used to having the camera in her face, right Nikki?!) She was super excited to go on a walk with me, and just smiled ear to ear the entire time. My favorite part was when I asked Karsyn to give me her sassiest look. I don't think kids this young really know the word sassy, but this girl just lit up and said, "Oh I am SO sassy!" Hilarious!

Miss Cece

2009-11-10T09:58:00.015-07:00

Meet Cece! You'd never know it, but this girl was not the slightest bit happy about getting her picture taken. She was in tears when her mother left, bless her heart, and I just love how the first image captures her serious, camera shy side. While spending time with Cece, I quickly found that she just adores Dora the Explorer, and voila! We were instant friends. It was so fun to see her happy, confident self come out. She totally worked it!

Better School Pictures

2009-11-09T11:01:00.007-07:00

This is the new project I referred to a while back, so get excited! Are you ready for this?! I'm now offering:

"BETTER SCHOOL PICTURES!"

Because we all know what it's like to get those awful portraits directly from your child's school, right? You know, the ones where the photographer spent a grand total of TWO seconds photographing your kid? The same pictures that started off with the photographer combing your kid's hair wrong. And lets not forget, the pictures taken by a photographer who couldn't quite capture your child's REAL smile, and instead only managed to get a fake cheesy grin. Plus why pay the big bucks for ONE shot with just a few prints? It's time to kiss those boring old dissatisfied school picture days goodbye! Say hello to this!

And don't think this is limited to school age children. All ages are welcome!

Check back every day this week for examples!

My Poodles

2009-11-06T20:29:00.010-07:00

Eva girl and Penny of course!

(cutest poodles ever)

Happy (belated) Halloween!

Baby Monson Continued

2009-10-20T08:33:00.011-07:00

I pretty much owe my entire life to this kid, or rather his awesome mom, Ceri. My husband Scott and I actually met through Ceri a few years ago. Long story short, we got together for Ceri's birthday, and Scott happened to be there. It wasn't exactly love at first sight (he was SUCH a goober), but that was definitely the night that started it all, and we've been practically inseparable since. I still remember laughing to myself in the beginning at how my name would be "Jenna Jameson" if we got married. I guess karma came back to bite me when we actually DID get married. Even sharing a porn star's name is worth it though, because I just love my man.

So enough about me, is this baby not the most ADORB (because who takes the time to say adorable these days) little thing you've ever seen?! I'm so not ready for another kid yet, and I should really start chanting that to myself or something as I look at these. They make me want another so bad! So soft and tiny and precious. Can't you just smell that lovely new babyness through the computer? Mmmmmmm.

I can't believe he's 2 months old already!

Ceri actually made those adorable animals and blocks for her sweet boy before he was born. Be sure to check out her other fun projects HERE!

Monkeys Preview

2009-10-20T00:30:00.013-07:00

I'm sure I'll be kicking myself tomorrow for staying up so late, I just got totally sucked in to the black hole of photoshop amazingness. (I could edit all night if my eyes would stay open!) Anyway, I can't wait to show off this new project, but for now here's a taste of what I've been up to...

Never thought I'd be jealous of a four year old, but this girl is gorgeous!

Baby Monson Sneak Peekage: Mesa Newborn Photographer

2009-10-12T12:23:00.006-07:00

So I promised this little guy's cute mom that I would post a preview of his photos over the weekend, but it just wasn't in the cards. Between moving, being sick (I'm still running a ridiculous temperature), and the teething baby I've been embarassed to call my own (she's been a beast to say the least--Dr. Suess would be proud!), the weekend flew right on by sans a post from me.

So without further ado, let me present baby Monson Hill Gough. Complete post on this cutie coming soon!

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Exhibit A

2009-10-09T12:28:00.014-07:00

If there's one thing I've learned in this crazy photog world, I'd have to say it's that there are few things more beautiful than a bride on her day.

Exhibit A:

More evidence to come fo sho.

Shot this wedding way back in the scorching hot month of July with this guy!

President and Sister Jameson

2009-09-04T23:40:00.006-07:00

Squeezed in a last minute session of my dear Mother and Father in law. We just had to get some photos of these two before they set off for Africa! We miss them already, but we're totally excited for them and crazy jealous of their big adventure!

First the mission plaque picture:

Now my two faves:

The Allen Family: Gilbert Family Photographer

2009-09-04T00:20:00.005-07:00

I've been quite the blog absentee lately! Things are crazy as usual around the Jameson home. I definitely feel for that Energizer bunny. Here's one shoot I've been meaning to blogify for a long time. I freakin love these guys, and we had a super rad time together. Here's the proof!

Gotta love the stache!

This next one is easily my favorite of the day:

Pretty sure I got enough shots of this kiddo's backside! He was ALWAYS on the go...

And finally a smile outta this guy!

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Winner Winner!

2009-08-18T11:52:00.015-07:00

So sorry to keep you waiting! Yesterday came and went, and I really wanted to give this giveaway the time it deserves, so in honor of my birthday, feeling generous, and being LATE in posting winners, we're giving away one more session!

Before we get down to business, I wanna say something! I'm just gonna put this out there. If you like it, you can take it, if you don't, send it right back.

(If you don't know this movie, I'm not sure we can be friends! ;)

Attention all you cool peeps who entered but didn't win the grand prize. Don't fret! In this game everyone wins, so just for being a part of this sweet giveaway, you will each receive 50% off of a photoshoot with your's truly and fellow photog Sarah of course! This means a mere $50 bones will get you at least an hour of picture taking time with two photogs AND a cd full of edited high rez images. Contact me to schedule!

PLUS be sure to keep your eyes peeled for future crazy awesome giveaways and special offers.

So this is it, the moment you've been waiting for.

Announcing, the winners of this very cool triple-photoshoot-of-madness-weekend-giveaway!

(Drumroll please!)

And the first totally awesome photoshoot goes to.... (randomly generated number)

#21

Crystal Lynn's Mama!

Now the second equally awesome and exciting photoshoot winner...

Click here to see!

And finally, the third BONUS photoshoot goes to...
#19
Jesika!

Be sure to contact Sarah or myself to claim your fab prize and schedule a shoot. As for the rest of you, thanks for the comments! I had a lovely time reading all of your fun weekend haps, and I do hope you come back and visit soon.

Stay classy!

Friday Giveaway!

2009-08-14T15:42:00.006-07:00

So fabulous girl and fellow photog, Sarah and I decided we want to start this weekend off right with a giveaway! Woot!

What's up for grabs?

Two FREE Photoshoots!

Each winner will receive a 90 minute photosession with TWO photographers. Winners will also receive a disc of high resolution awesomely edited images.

This can be used for:

Family Portraits
Engagments
Bridals
Maternity
Newborn
Senior Portraits
Whatever you like!

Just leave a comment here telling about your fun weekend plans and get entered once, then just hop on over to Sarah's blog, leave a comment there, and viola! You'll be entered again!

Deadline to enter is Monday, August 17th at Midnight

We'll pick winners on Tuesday
(which also happens to be my birthday, not that I'm excited or anything!)

Good luck and have a grrrrrreat weekend!

Oh and what's a post without a picture! An accidental favorite from a shoot I just wrapped up:

White Mammoth

2009-07-28T22:51:00.003-07:00

Aka a three man band of total awesomeness including the most amazing/good-looking/crazy talented drummer I know. Though these pictures might be semi-old, and technically the band isn't quite together at the mo, word on the street is they're about to make a comeback! Can't wait! Check here for updates.

Some random shots taken at a real life, genuine White Mammoth recording session. It was kind of a big deal...

Smokey and Boots

2009-07-23T21:09:00.003-07:00

So these two cuties have been my close pals for the last six weeks. My husband Scott and I just finished up another summer house sitting gig. I'll definitely miss these sweet pooches!

Hunter and Natalie

2009-07-20T14:55:00.002-07:00

A while back I grabbed some quick shots at this reception. I definitely think the details made this reception amazing. See for yourself! Can you tell I loved the lanterns??

Pole Dancer

2009-07-17T11:35:00.001-07:00

Look out ladies...

Tricia and Eric

2009-06-29T12:33:00.016-07:00

Another totally be-awesome engagement session shot at my new FAVORITE location. I just finished editing this shoot, and I'm SO. excited. to share! Here are a few fab shots. I'm just loving the serious faces...Tricia is one sexy lady, yes?

She's so hot, she's so hot boom...

She could be a part time model (or an air hostess in the 60's)...

Thanks Tricia and Eric! You were awesome, gorgeous, and oh so fabulous!!

eva dixie

2009-06-17T00:32:00.010-07:00

Can't believe this girl is almost five months old...

season and ian

2009-06-16T23:51:00.036-07:00

I was totally stoked to find out that Season is a cousin (in law) to my good friend. I had a happenin time shooting this engagement session. Season is just gorgeous, Ian was hilarious, and let me tell ya there are so many AMAZING shots to choose from. I tried and tried and tried some more to narrow these faves down, but here are my top like 20. Hah!

First, my favorite shot of the day:

brookley: gilbert senior photography

2009-06-16T23:15:00.018-07:00

LOVED this shoot. Here are a few more of my favorites. What a trooper this crazy girl was to trek through all sorts of wilderness with me...

Gorgeous

2009-05-27T14:05:00.009-07:00

Easter

2009-05-15T14:47:00.011-07:00

Another kid too cute to pass up...

More Easter

2009-05-15T14:31:00.012-07:00

I love this first one, SO him.

Easter

2009-05-13T22:01:00.002-07:00

WHY CHOOSE CUSTOM PHOTOGRAPHY?

2009-05-13T21:50:00.003-07:00

Custom photography is more of a luxury than your entry level cookie cutter chain experience. Custom photography truly is not for everyone, it requires a level of commitment, investment in time and money, forethought and planning on the part of the subject/client and requires a larger time commitment for the photographer as well.

Clients who enjoy taking a more active role in the creation of their families’ memories have the desire to have portrait art that is truly personalized. These more discerning clients have been known to budget and allot time for a custom photography session. Many clients opt for it to be a once a year special experience, some opt to have custom photography sessions done to record their child’s stages in life. Having said this, it is clear that custom photography is not in everyone’s budget, it is something that most families save for to splurge on from time to time to memorialize their children as they really are (not posed and primped in the cookie cutter studio setting).

There is a great deal of time involved in creating high end custom photography sessions for a client. The luxury of great service, better choices and a supberb end product. The result of all this are heirloom quality images. The time invested at the session is only a small portion of time involved in this process.

Custom photography has been likened to purchasing a fine vehicle. To get to point B from A let’s face it, even a bus ride would suffice. If you want to luxuriate in a finely appointed vehicle, customizing your own experience by listening to smooth jazz while sitting in a climate controlled setting adjusted purely for your comfort in a body hugging leather interior, perhaps that Lexus you so desire is your cup of tea. Custom photography is much the same cup of tea. It is the Lexus of the photography world. It is where the intangibles make the experience truly wonderful and the images themselves make the investment of money and time truly worthwhile.

Custom photography can be broken down into even more levels. There are on location, studio, mixed studio/on location, specialty location and destination type photographers. The beauty of custom photography is in the choices and in the luxury of thoses options. The customized service level you are sure to experience will be amazing. The knowledge that your final images are the result of someone caring about those moments so much that they take extra time ensuring that the artwork you receive is good enough to stand by with their name on it. That level of quality and commitment is all but lost in the age of “mass produced,” “mass marketed,” corporate “everyone is a number”. Custom photography is based on being unique to you. How great an experience would be, to be able to sit back and allow a photographer to do this highly custom work for images that you will most likely cherish for a lifetime?

Keep in mind more than anything that the Lexus will never appreciate in value the way your portraits will. The portrait art you become invested in from your custom photographer will no doubt increase in value and become more priceless as the years pass.

Article by Marianne Drenthe

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