Hello January!!!

I just realized how terrible I have been at Blogging this month. It has been a cold and BUSY month for me. I actually just returned home from a two week trip a couple of days ago. I will try and make up for my lack of posting this month with some extra information in this one. LOL.

Portland, Oregon, was where we started off. We visited Ryan's (my fiance) family for the New Year and did some sightseeing. The area was flooded in many spots and there were mudslides all over the place. BUT, it was so nice to see everyone again- and to meet the newest addition, his tiny niece. It did rain most of the time; in fact, it was raining when I snapped this shot in the gorge. Despite the lack of color and oversaturation this time of year, it is still such a gorgeous and peaceful place to be and I always take the time to visit it whenever I am there.
After a week and a half we headed to Reno, Nevada for an extra long weekend. His mom, brother-in-law and sister flew out a day later and kept us company. I have played Poker since I was 5 years old but for some reason had never taken the time to learn Pia Gow. I observed them all play for about half an hour and then I decided to jump in. I was lucky to hit a straight flush and walk away hundreds of dollars richer. Yay! It's always more fun when you win.

For the first time ever (while on vacation) I took the time to meet up with a local model while in each state. So glad I did. It was a great experience. The first model is from NW Oregon, Mariah, and can be seen on my Project: Model Blog right now. The second model is from Nevada, Elizabeth, and will be featured in my Project: Model Blog in a couple of weeks.

Besides traveling and working with models, I have started to assemble my new website. It is a more complicated task this time around- and will take about 3-4 weeks to finish. I have some new surprises, projects and stuff to share with you all. I will be thrilled when it is done. Stay tuned.

Oh, and TRY to keep warm everyone !!!! :)

Another Kodak Photo of the Day

An image I took of my third grade nephew, Dylan, about this time last year is currently being displayed in Times Square, New York, TODAY! What a nice surprise!!! The picture can be seen below:

Dylan is really excited about been seen by onlookers in the big city ;)
You can check out the official posting on Kodak's site by clicking here.

Happy Birthday, Johnny!

HAPPY 6TH BIRTHDAY, Johnny!!!!

Hope all your Birthday wishes come true :)
See you later on tonight.

Hugs!
Aunt Jennie

Winning Work!

I have been crazy busy... but GOOD busy lately. With the holidays, trip planning, family gatherings and photo sessions around I think sometimes I forget to just sit back and take it all in. Ya, I am heading to a photoshoot this afternoon- but after that I will be taking a few days to watch everyone else run around. LOL. I wish you all a blessed holiday :)

Here are a couple of images of mine which were recently recognized:

Seeing Eye to Eye

Finalist: Betterphoto

Born Free

Winner: ScrapinWillies

I promise to write more after the holiday season has slowed down a bit. :)

Whats New?

Wow- The holiday season is really here... where does the time go?

I hope that all of you are spending time with the ones you love this holiday season. :)

I wanted to update my blog before things get too hectic around here! So read below to find out whats new!

1- I wanted to take the time to say THANK - YOU Everyone!!!

I received "Runner Up" 2nd place overall in the Lifestyle Portrait Photographers Ad contest- and a couple of prizes which I am Thrilled about getting. :)

I just wanted to let you all know that your votes and support spoke volumes to me! I was so surprised and pleased to have such an awesome and honest group behind me! Thanks to my family, friends, photographer friends at BP and DA, and a big facebook crowd for taking time out of your day to vote for me in the Lifestyle Portrait Ad contest.

2- New Site update:

That's right! I am redesigning my website. Keep your eye out for a whole new layout...and perhaps a surprise or two....coming very soon- within just 6-8 weeks!!! :)

3- Print Credits:

Last month I started to include " print credits " with my sitting fees. This was to show appreciation for my amazing clients! Basically, you get a FREE print now when booking with me. Your $125 session fee actually includes a $25 print credit (price of an 8 X 10). Models and Senior session fee of $200 includes a $50 print credit!!!

4- Referral Reward Reminder

I also started a referral rewards program. Refer clients (who a book a paid session) to jenniferalderphotography and YOU earn money for prints! Its that simple! $25.00 credit each. :)

Wanna vote for me????

I just found out via some of my dear photography friends that a photography ad of mine made it into the Top 25 entries at Lifestyle Portrait Photographers Directory! What a nice surprise!! THANK YOU for letting me know!

My ad can be seen below. Lifestyle Portrait Photographers is holding a contest right now with these final 25 ads- mine included.

I believe the voting for this contest began this morning so I am off to a slow start! If you would like to vote for me, please follow this link! It is super quick and easy. :) CLICK HERE TO VOTE (then just scroll down to the bottom of the page)*if the link is not working properly, please try back at another time. thank you!

Voting is open from Dec 6th - 11th. One vote per ISP address. Thanks everyone!

2 New Photos of the Day

It has just been brought to my attention by a dear friend that an image I took of my nephew, Johnny, is being displayed in Times Square, New York, TODAY! What a nice surprise!!! The picture can be seen below and was taken on a chilly afternoon last winter.

You can check out the official posting on Kodak's site by clicking here.

On Wednesday a different image of mine was recognized at Digital Image Cafe. It received a Photo of the Day in the Black & White Photography category. Pictured below are Joey Carr and Chelsey R- who both model locally and had contacted me to add new images to their portfolios.

Feel free to check out the official posting at DIC by clicking here

Family Matters Mini Session

December is here! With the holiday season in full play, I know most of us are rushing around and trying to get everything done. It is important to just stop and really be thankful for your family...appreciate them and cherish the moment. Spending time with your family is actually the best holiday gift. ;)

I meet up with family "K" for a mini session a few days ago. They wanted some traditional family portraits for both themselves and to use as gifts for the grandparents. Check out some of their images below:

*Jen and I go way back- middle school classmates and college day coworkers SO even though she was here for family pictures I could not resist snapping this one. You still look awesome, girl!
And, Miss "H"- Thanks for offering a smile to my camera on your way out. LOL! Here is that artistic image I said I would try to do for your myspace account. 8th grade can be a tough year- so much is going on and changing.. hang in there. You are a very pretty young lady. I will put the handful of remaining images in a slideshow for you and it will be ready by tomorrow. You are a beautiful family- so full of energy and fun to be around. Thanks again for a wonderful session!