Year: 2012

  • The Stuprich’s :: Family

    I had a great time last week photographing my good friend Suzette and her beautiful family! This was just a quick little mini session in the overgrown areas in City Park. Suzette has helped me to look beautiful for the past couple years whenever a big event comes up! My bridals, engagement, rehearsal, wedding, my brother’s wedding, my 1 year anniversary pictures…. Suzette is the BEST!! She makes sure her clients look amazing. So many of my brides have used her over the past couple of years as well. I always love working with Suzette and her sister Shannon on Wedding days.

    Check out Suzette’s “Eye Do Makeup” facebook page.

    Take a look at some of my favorites from their session. I can’t get over how gorgeous Suzette’s family is!! WOW! :)

  • Abel :: 9 Months

    It’s always a pleasure to photograph this little guy!! These were taken yesterday morning. I photographed his Mommy & Daddy’s Wedding back in 2010 :) They live in Shreveport, but make the trip in town every 3 months for Abel’s pictures. I love watching him grow and change! He has the most beautiful bluish/green/hazel eyes.

    Well it’s been a busy week and I’ve been moving and shaking as usual. I’m looking forward to my massage this afternoon, watching my hubby’s band play tonight and a nice relaxing weekend off. Hoping for beautiful weather and some quality time spent with family and friends. CHEERS!

    I hope you all enjoy yourselves this weekend. Happy Friday :) Check out this little hunk!

  • Madeline :: Senior

    It’s always a treat to photograph Senior sessions! A little bit out of the norm from what I shoot on a weekly basis, but I love it! I have another one coming up in a couple of weeks and I can’t wait! I can remember taking my Senior portraits like it was yesterday – hard to believe it was almost 10 years ago!!! It was very exciting to get dressed up, do your hair and makeup and feel like a model for a day.

    We took these of Madeline on Oak Street. I love the funky flair and urban setting. Madeline totally worked the camera, we had a blast!!

    Here are some that I loved! Madeline is just gorgeous!

  • THANKFUL

    Remember this post? Latest news on my cousin Courtney: I am happy to report that the prayers are working as I send out the best update yet.  Courtney’s recovery has been nothing short of miraculous to this point.  Courtney is coming home Wednesday.  She is able to walk with a cane, and can climb stairs with the help of a banister. Obviously there is still much work to be done, particularly in her leg, but she has good mobility in her upper extremities.  She will return to outpatient rehab for a couple hours a day.  Currently her rehab focuses on helping her get up off the floor as she cares for Eden. (her youngest of 4 children)

    As I continue to pray for my cousin Courtney who lives in Sante Fe, NM, I am reminded of how important it is to have faith. Every single Sunday I attend mass because it’s truly what helps me get through my week. A fellow photographer said the other day…. “My marketing plan: obey God and He will always provide!” Isn’t that the TRUTH? I wanted to jump for joy when I read that. I’ve thought that very same thing a million times over in my head, but was never able to put it into words. It applies to my life and my business. I haven’t advertised in a really long time…. which proves that God hears my prayers and gives me strength for my photography. He keeps me motivated to push forward. Happy clients = happy Jen!

    Always remember that God hears you. I am a FIRM believer on God’s timing. Sometimes I can be so impatient with things in life – that is until I realize that I just need to wait my turn. You can’t have it all. I go to bed every night thanking God for the positive things in my life. I’m the first person to go to sleep when I have a REALLY long day of work ahead of me, but I’ve truly been soaking in my free time. Being responsible will always pay off, you just have to remember to have some fun, too :) It’s all about balance and learning to work hard and celebrate life. I’ve been enjoying the crawfish boils, nice weather, home cooked dinners at home with my hubby and time spent with family and friends. I realize in the future months as I decide to cut back on work… this will only lead to a new road ahead. Thank you to the clients who will continue to come back and keep their faith in me!!

    In my free time lately, I’ve been listening to Joyce Meyer Ministries. She gives extremely motivating sermons just about every day on her website. When sitting at my desk editing, often times this is what I am listening to. Good, positive, encouraging thoughts! It’s amazing what our minds are capable of soaking in…

  • Josh & Katie :: Wedding

    It seems like forever ago that I photographed Josh & Katie’s Engagement session at the Rural Life Museum! Its been almost a year and a half ago! I couldn’t wait to photograph their March Wedding at the beautiful Mt. Hope Plantation on Highland in Baton Rouge. Josh and Katie married on March 17, 2012 on a gorgeous Saturday!

    Katie dressed in the Mt. Hope Bridal suite, the ceremony was held on the front porch and the Reception was on the back patio. I truly LOVE small intimate outdoor wedding venues like this. There’s something about the fresh air and being in nature while shooting :) It was also St. Patty’s Day so there’s some hints of green that pop up throughout the photos!

    Thanks again Josh and Katie! Here are some of my favs from your day….