This girl is BEAUTIFUL inside and out she was my senior rep last year. Here was her first session we did.
I loved doing this session.
Morgan | Utah High School Senior
July 28, 2010 - 2:27 pm - Jess these are gorgeous! i love the tutu, and all your posing! you still got it, even at 9 months prego!!! I can't wait to see chad and Donnas pics :)
July 28, 2010 - 12:01 am - These look AMAZING! I guess I should get my butt in gear and post some too huh? How can mine even compare to yours??!!! AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!
July 27, 2010 - 11:43 pm - Jess! holy smokes girl! you both have it going on. The ones of her in the blue tank with that light are gorgeous!! love every single image. you rock.
July 27, 2010 - 7:29 pm - INCREDIBLE! This girl is gorgeous but the shots you got of her are... WOW, that's about all I can say, WOW! Fun b/w's. Too many favorites to mention!!
July 27, 2010 - 3:46 pm - I agree with Andee. These are my favorites!!!
July 27, 2010 - 2:11 pm - She is the cutest thing I've ever seen and these are GORGEOUS! Love the dancing one in black and white, so sweet!
July 27, 2010 - 12:07 pm - Jess, some of my favs!! Really great work!
July 27, 2010 - 11:01 am - Beautiful work as always! That pink dress rocks! Love the ones of her sitting in the window with it on!
Minnesota | Utah Photographer
This little doll face was visiting Grandma & Grandpa when they squeezed in some time for photos…and they really squeezed it in their busy schedule. I have loved photographing and meeting all of these people from out of state it really has been an honor.
This one was fun it was all about little “L” and she has the biggest smile its all she would do except for at the end she was ready for bed but she she was a big trooper to get the shot with the Pram. Dad use to have something like this when he was younger. I’m glad we did the shots they are super cute.
Look at this smile it really feels like she is laughing hysterically…maybe at me for trying to bend over 9 months pregnant.
She was smiling so much that she kicked herself backwards and fell off and cried.
Then daddy consoling her…LOVE this shot!
July 24, 2010 - 10:29 pm - Seriously Jess, these are SO flippin cute. I love your props you use. You have such an amazing eye and it helps to have beautiful subjects that know how to dress and rock some awesome clothing.
July 19, 2010 - 8:15 pm - Jess i love these. Beautiful color. and i love the little cheese she is giving. she is a doll!~
July 13, 2010 - 3:17 pm - I freakin' ****LOVE**** your work. Hope your pregnancy is going well and hope to get together with all of you photogs another time in the near future.
July 13, 2010 - 8:33 am - Jess, she is a doll and these are so fun! Love them!
July 13, 2010 - 8:21 am - LOVE these! Adorable!
July 13, 2010 - 2:40 am - Man, these are sooo sweet!
July 13, 2010 - 12:16 am - oh goodness those shoes are adorable! these are all just sooo cute!
Texas | Utah Photographer
Here is Cami she is a 2011 Senior in Texas she was out here visiting family and last minute decided to do her Senior photos.
Enjoy them…she’s a beautiful one!
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July 12, 2010 - 11:18 pm - You are so fun to work with - thanks for fitting Cami in!
July 12, 2010 - 9:48 am - I second that holy flip! beauty!
July 11, 2010 - 9:36 am - Been really loving all the work that you are putting up lately. Gorgeous photos Jess!
July 11, 2010 - 12:55 am - Holy Flip...these are AMAZING!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE
July 11, 2010 - 12:17 am - You rock my world!
Arizona | Utah Photographer
That’s where this family came from and I had the pleasure of photographing them and this sweet 2 year…a little work…as they are at that age but see how cute she is and the boys were wonderful to work with.
I understand
Because it’s me in front of the camera. It was a little…well, I just didn’t like it very much. I have a complex about seeing myself on film but I do it so that my children can remember me at anytime not just in high school or when I got married…all the after I’ve had children and even the pregnant times. I do have to say it was hard and I really feel for my clients.
I love the photos THANK YOU so much Stephanie for taking them for me. Just gotta swallow my pride and get past the issues and know that my kids will love seeing me…at least I think they will.
FYI: I am due August 7th and I plan, though the doctor doesn’t know this yet, on being induced a week early. I will not be taking any more sessions until October maybe longer I just don’t know how this having 5 children will be for me (just know I will be taking care of those that are scheduled don’t worry about that). So, if your wanting the fall family sessions contact me to get scheduled or if I fill up I will give you some referrals.
Peace Out!!!!
July 14, 2010 - 8:43 pm - Really, I understand how you feel but seeing these pictures has me in tears (probably because I want another one so much!). You are so beautiful and these pictures are amazing, especially the first one. My birthday is August 7th so if you can't get induced early, it's an awesome day :) You are amazing in every way lady.
July 11, 2010 - 4:46 pm - Beautiful! Jess, I love these and I am so excited to see your little one!
July 7, 2010 - 8:11 am - These are so gorgeous Jess!! You will be so happy to have these. I waited too long on my last baby and now I so wish I had done photos. Love the location and every shot is just breathtaking.
July 6, 2010 - 11:27 pm - I love these! That first one needs to be blown up huge on a wall. So beautiful. Good job making sure you're in front of the lens every now and then...definitely something I need to keep reminding myself. I actually just did my maternity photos tonight, and I agree...it's way harder being in FRONT of the camera! P.S. Why does your belly look so much tinier than mine?? You're seriously too small to be having a baby beginning of August! I swear there are twins inside this ginormous belly of mine...
July 6, 2010 - 11:54 am - You look BEAUTIFUL!! That first shot is stunning!!! I can't believe how close you are :) We need to go out and shoot for fun, before you have your sweet babe! Hang in there the last few weeks :)
July 6, 2010 - 8:59 am - Jess, I LOVE the pictures! You look amazing...so beautiful! You are jsut like me...absolutely HATE seeing myself on film. I like 1 in 100 as I mentioned during our session. But, really those are great pictures and I am sure your children will appreciate them:)
July 5, 2010 - 4:37 pm - Beautiful! Seriously. 5... you're brave! Thanks for sharing your gorgeous self with us!
July 5, 2010 - 1:21 pm - LOVE THESE! You look SO beautiful! Seriously. T.I.N.Y. T.I.N.Y T.I.N.Y. the end.
July 4, 2010 - 2:34 pm - Embrace that cute pregnant belly because you look absolutely beautiful! :) I know that's easier said than done (I'm just a week ahead of you). Good luck with the babe!
July 4, 2010 - 2:17 pm - YOU LOOK FABULOUS! I absolutely LOVE that the top one is in the water! Love it! You are so beautiful Jess! :)
July 4, 2010 - 10:42 am - You look amazing! I love that first one. Steph did an amazing job!
July 4, 2010 - 4:48 am - Jess you are so beautiful!! look how radiant you look! you are a gem and i adore you. love the look on your face while you are in the water:) next time you can put me in front of the lens and we can call it even :)
July 4, 2010 - 1:22 am - You look positively radiant! You are also smart to be in the pictures. To often we are the ones behind the lens. Really what a hot little prego lady you are!
Money Pit
Gotta write it down while the frustration is FRESH in my mind. But also know that I am really writing this with a smile…cuz it is kinda funny!
So 3 years ago we buy a house to remodel thinking this will be FUN!!!! And it is - when you see the progress. But in those 3 years you don’t plan on the economy taking a dive and then property value goes down and the best part is the husband has been out of work for a year (as in steady income)…as of 2 days ago he now has a steady income that I can be happy with.
At this point we have come along way on the remodel mostly focusing on the inside and I am loving how it has turned out. But while we are REPLACING we also FIXING and by now it’s getting OLD and I’m a little tired.
Today I am walking into my kitchen and I see that the floor is wet in the basement and so I decide to take a better look at it and come to find out it’s flooding…I want to SCREAM and then CRY I can’t keep up…then the smile appears on my face, thinking back to a few days ago when I told my kids that our house could burn down and I would be fine with it (they were appalled that I would say such a thing) but just as long as my family and my photos could get out safely.
So, I sit here typing while I have 3 rooms in my basement completely wet and I really don’t care. I think it would be awesome if the flood technician says that the carpet is no good and you should replace it…wouldn’t that be COOL!
At this point I pretty much think this house is not worth the fight. It’s dying as fast as we are fixing it.
But HEY give me a few days and I will be right back into what else can I do to make it better.
Here is a look at the house. The curb appeal is gone but it has potential - right! That’s what we thought buying it few years ago.
It could use a new exterior, & windows, I wanted to add some posts to the exterior. Then the landscape now that’s another friggin’ story…is there anyone who wants to do trade?!? If I could get rid of those darn weeds…they haunt me everyday. Here is some advice to any out there buying a home - flower beds are not cool they are too much work so don’t have them - it will save time weeding.
July 6, 2010 - 10:25 pm - I decided it was time for me to say hi! I have been following your blog for awhile and Love your work, I love reading photography blogs! So When you posted the picture of your house I had to crack up laughing cause you live down the street (sorta) and your next door neighbors are some of my favorite people in the world!!! Suzette was my young womens leader for most of my time as a laurel!!! I LOVE HER!! So I hope things get better for you we just live down the street if you need anything! My dad works for PG water and is good with that type of stuff!!!
July 2, 2010 - 5:07 pm - Ya, sometimes those hose projects can be bitter sweet! Looks like a cool house though!
Ohio | 2 year old energy | Utah Photographer
I’d like to say they came all the way out here from Ohio to have ME photograph them but it’s not true she was visiting her friend and thought she would get some photos. How fun it was for me to chase this little one…8 months pregnant. I was sweating and I’m sure mom was too. I ‘m so happy to see all these cute shots of the fun we went thru to get them. Seriously love my job!
July 1, 2010 - 9:52 am - Holy Moly so cute! YOU are amazing!
July 1, 2010 - 9:07 am - Aimee that stand is in my front yard...my overgrown beautiful front yard.
July 1, 2010 - 7:54 am - And where did the random Lemonade stand come from???? :-) Beautiful shots!!
July 1, 2010 - 1:54 am - Man..every shot is alway so perfect! Awesome!!
July 1, 2010 - 1:02 am - These are to die for cute!!! I have to know where the lace tights are from...so CUTE!!! You got so many adorable shots...You ROCK!
E Session with Elise
This is one of my seniors 2008 and now she is engaged and getting married in August. How cute are they?
Enjoy!!!!
July 1, 2010 - 1:26 am - Jess these are PHENOMENAL!!! Seriously this is the cutest couple I've ever seen! Amazing captures, you are so stinkin' good!
June 29, 2010 - 9:09 am - so so cute Jess!
June 28, 2010 - 3:40 pm - Jess, these are so sweet and so beautiful. What a lovely young couple they are. You did an awesome job of capturing their love and youthfullness. :)
June 28, 2010 - 3:26 pm - Complete and total awesomeness! I love all of your angles!!!
June 28, 2010 - 2:43 pm - Oh jess...I love them! What a beautiful couple...and I love the ones with the blanket...LOVE!!
Hippie Chic
What fun this was for me. I really needed to get out of the house. I have been feeling so trapped in my home that I am going a little crazy and this was a perfect night for me to get out even if I didn’t take one photo but as you will be able to tell I couldn’t help myself. Thanks Vanessa for setting up this wonderful shoot with the models, hair and creativity you really pulled it off. It was also really fun to meet some new photographer’s. I can’t believe how many there are here I can’t seem to keep up with it all.
I really had fun with the RED its my favorite color and every time I say this I think why are my business colors pink…ummm, I dunno what I was thinking.
June 29, 2010 - 1:25 pm - I just started following your blog and I love your work!!
June 25, 2010 - 11:24 am - These are great! I love that location too, I've shot there a handful of times, great light :)
June 24, 2010 - 1:38 pm - These are awesome!
June 23, 2010 - 11:40 pm - You kick ass!!!!!
June 23, 2010 - 9:51 pm - awesome! :) how fun
June 23, 2010 - 6:38 pm - So love them!!! It was fun...so glad you came! And yes...we have to do it again! You ROCK my dear!
Inspired by his hair
He wanted it cut off his hair the other day and I told I have a photo shoot I have wanted to do because of his hair…funny but true.
I have way to many to show but I want to.
And there you have it. Some summer sun!
June 23, 2010 - 4:18 pm - Jess these are so adorable! how fun! your work amazes me all the time!
June 23, 2010 - 3:49 pm - Thanks everyone for all the nice comments...you know how to make a girl feel good. I feel so blessed to have such a GOOD model he really is so patient with me.
June 23, 2010 - 3:28 pm - Hi. You don't know me but I check out your blog in my google reader:) This is my favorite shoot I have seen in a while!! I love love it! I grew up in Ca by the beach and I just love the feel of these pics! Adorable! Thanks for being talented and inspiring!
June 23, 2010 - 2:35 pm - These are awesome!! Love the colors and location. Totally love the cany necklace. Little details like that make all the difference. Fun, fun, fun!! You inspire me every shoot you do. Thanks girl!
June 23, 2010 - 12:22 pm - these are so amazing in every way...that kid of yours is so stinkin cute...LOVE Them all!
June 22, 2010 - 10:17 pm - this is sooo my kind of shoot.... im in love with everything you did! you always produce beautiful images.
June 22, 2010 - 8:59 pm - Oh my word. these are adorable!!! Priceless.
June 22, 2010 - 5:18 pm - so freaking adorable. I can't get enough of all your cute pics of your kids!
June 22, 2010 - 5:09 pm - These are all just really cute and beautiful, Jess! Love the colors. My favorites are the ones where his shorts are riding just a wee bit low! :)
June 22, 2010 - 4:57 pm - I LOVE THEM!!!!!!!!
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