I got a call last week from a fabulous salon in Yorba Linda, the Jabez Salon, asking if I could come and update the portraits of the staff and snap some images of the salon for a website upgrade. Not having been there before, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I found a gorgeous salon filled with talented and lovely stylists and administrators.
I also have to admit that while my mom and my sister both go there, I’d been pretty loyal to another salon. But I needed a cut and color and I needed it bad. So I killed two birds with one stone.
My hair turned out beautifully, if I do say so myself, and I’m very pleased with how the portraits turned out, too. Below are just a handful of samples. You’ll have to visit the Jabez Salon website very soon to see the rest! AND, if you live in north Orange County and need a great salon for regular visits, facials, skin care, or for special occasion hairstyles such as wedding, please visit the Jabez Salon (18513 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886. (714) 970-Jbez(714) 970-Jbez)!
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Today is my parents’ 36th wedding anniversary and I couldn’t be prouder to share that with you! As someone who loves love, I have the greatest example of that in front of me whenever I go home. After 36 years as a married couple, they know the buttons to push to get each other going, but they also have a look that conveys sensitivity, fondness, humor, and love. I am so proud of them, and also envious. They are the reason that I find joy in capturing beauty through my camera, and the reason why I pursue happiness at every turn. I thank God for them every day!
And speaking of happiness, I just about leapt out of my skin tonight when I got my parents’ gift in the mail. I’ve mentioned how much I love Thin Wraps before, but just want you to see them one more time! If you’re interested in something like this, please let me know!!!
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I’m not going to lie, all month long I’ve raced to the mailbox to see what the postman had for me each day! Christmas cards are one of my FAVORITE parts of the holiday season…and this year, it was even more special. Since beginning JJP, I’ve felt really good about some shoots and have LOVED several shots I’ve taken, but it’s been so much more fun to see what my clients LOVE and think are reflective of their personalities! As the Christmas cards rolled in, I noticed something different about this year…I took the majority of photos displayed on cards…and that makes me more happy than I can say!
To all of my 2009 clients, THANK YOU for trusting me to capture your family. I’m honored by your support and faith. I can’t wait to see what we can do together in 2010!
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While it’s sometimes a challenge being a part-time photographer, it also has it’s blessings! Many of my clients I have known through my day job, including Jennifer and Larry! When I started posting images on Facebook, I got a great message from them asking if I could snap their Christmas photo and some images of little Maddie, who just turned one!
We met at Irvine Park, where the trees were all so colorful and vibrant. There were wonderful areas for kids to play and the Christmas Train was already in full effect! This was a location that I’ll enjoy shooting at again in the future!!! And I hope I get to shoot the Labrados again in the future, too. Their smiles and laughter were infectious and little Maddie is just adorable! Thanks, guys, for hiring me and for putting your trust in me!!!
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Kenny, Bethany, and Cora met me one marathon Saturday. The shots turned out beautifully, which is a good thing because Bethany is like a little sister to me. I’ve known her since she was born and so seeing her as a mommy was a thrill. She and her fabulous husband have a beautiful baby daughter and I can’t wait to see what shots they chose to use for their Christmas card.
Bethany and Kenny, Cora is just GORGEOUS and I’m so proud of the family you’ve created. I can’t wait to see you over the holidays! XOXO, JJ
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Yesterday, I had the pleasure of participating in the Gray Photography In-Camera Workshop. Jody and Zach were not only adorable, but incredibly informative! I had several “ah ha” moments and truly felt like I made a giant step forward in my career.
We spent the first half of the day in a classroom setting where I took pages of notes, then had lunch in downtown Laguna Beach. After filling up on greasy food, we spent the next few hours shooting in two groups with models, then finished the day working on processing and workflow. I was so thrilled by the workshop and am SO EXCITED to be going back today for round two!!!
Here is Zach explaining how to capture the image perfectly in camera, while other participants look on.
The workshop wasn’t all business, though. There may or may not have been a little goofing off…Hi Tira!
But at the end of the day, I learned to get incredible images like this one!
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