tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17072458307635462012024-02-19T08:32:26.878-08:00Jennifer Guenther PhotographyJennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.comBlogger440125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-41381863925796309482014-10-06T14:52:00.000-07:002014-10-06T17:25:08.311-07:00{Miss Lexi} Alexandria, MN Senior PhotographerWell. I am blogging and in the middle of the busiest time of the year for me. What am I thinking? I am thinking that Miss Lexi is too cute to wait for her blog! :)<P>
First we will start out with her lovely family. Did you know that every senior session booked with JGP gets a free family session?? Well, you do now. <P>
Lexi is my youngest daughter's BFF. I LOVE it when I photograph kids, er...I mean young adults I know. I hope that I am able to capture their personality because I know them a bit. And I am grateful for their trust with selecting me as their photographer. It truly means the world to me. So I say thank you to you Lexi and your family. <3 <P>
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Thanks Lexi...you are a beautiful, kind young lady. I know I will see you around from time to time, right? Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-72499503925327962022014-08-26T13:45:00.001-07:002014-08-26T13:45:39.929-07:00Ummm. Excuse me | Alexandria, MN PhotographerMe: Ready for photos guys? <P>
This is their response.<P>
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This next one may be one of my all time favorites. The way she is looking at their hands. The way he is looking straight ahead holding her hand. The way the path curves, the hill rolls, the trees hang. The composition. And mainly because when I asked them to hold hands, it was no big deal. I just love it. <P>
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Miss Bella apparently needed some sleep. It is hard being so busy and cute at the same time. <P>
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And then this happened. I swear just like this. <P>
Braeden: Ummmm. Excuse me. <P>
Bella: Looks at her brother. <P>
Braeden: That wasn't a burp. <P>
Bella: Plugs her nose and turns away. Then turns back and wraps her arm around him all while still plugging her nose.<P>
Now, there that is the truest form of love right there. <P>
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Ok....off to another session. August, I seriously love you, but you may kill me one day.
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It is Miss Hattie's one year photo session, but her big sis was all dressed up ready for her shoot as well.<P>
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I can't even handle it.<P>
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Anything cuter than chubby little baby arms? I know, I agree..there isn't. <P>
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And she just sat in front of me, so seriously, and I really could not help myself. Really I tried, but those cheeks were begging to be squished, and since I had my finger on the trigger finger, well, it is what it is.<P>
But then she did this just minutes later, all on her own. <P>
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It was such a lovely spring day, we decided to take a few at the park. <P>
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She didn't care for the grass too much...can you tell? That right leg stayed up the WHOLE time. And just putting this out there, this type of unconventional image is perfect for a LARGE stand alone canvas hanging on your wall. It is perfect because it is timeless, shows details of your little one who won't stay little long and acts as art. These honestly are some of my favorites. <P>
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Thanks "G" family! Your girls are the sweetest little dollies!!!!
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I love, love, love her selection of outfits! Especially her hat, from someone (me) who is hat challenged (aka I have ONE hat that actually looks just, "eh" on me) I am jealous of anyone who can wear a hat and look this stinkin' adorable.
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My absolute favorite image of her session. <P>
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Best of luck Sabrina....you have a bright future ahead of you.
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-89625624134862426132014-05-13T10:11:00.000-07:002014-05-13T10:11:58.108-07:00{On a roll} Alexandria MN Senior PhotographerHey, look....two days in a roll blog post!
Miss Emalee's session took place last fall and I believe was one of the last of the season. And I tell you it was FRRRRREEEEEEZZZZING! So much that snow began to fall while on her session. I actually needed to Photoshop random snowflakes from her images! So this is the little Public Service Reminder if you love the fall look for your session, it books <b>really</b> fast. The peak time for really good fall color for your photo session is last week of August first week of October. And it books up NOW. However like with Emalee's session...we still found color late into middle of October. And to remind you, we live in Minnesota, it could be freezing cold or crazy warm. You never know!! <P>
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Hope your year was great Emalee! Good luck with your plans for next year and beyond!!!!
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Hard to believe the school year is coming to end. I think I hear a collective cheer from parents and students alike....and teachers!!<P>
Here is Miss Heidi's session from last early summer. She is a true country girl...complete with belt buckle, plaid shirts, cowgirl boots and all. <P>
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I hope your year was awesome and full of fun memories!! Best wishes for your bright future Heidi!
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There is still time to get a V-day Session in and have adorable custom Valentine's to send your sweethearts. I have a couple of sessions open for January. <P>
Cause really...how stinkin' cute are these kiddos? <P>
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Blow a kiss!! <P>
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Here is an example of those adorable custom Valentine cards I was talking about. <P>
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So ready, set...get your Balentimes on! 320-815-8174Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-74955610421196404412014-01-09T12:21:00.001-08:002014-01-09T12:21:13.652-08:00{Family, Stories, and Faith} Alexandria, MN Family PhotographerWell this story goes back a long time ago. Shawn and I are cousins, our mothers are sisters. Most of our growing up we were BFF's. And honestly many thought we were dating as well, so there probably put a damper on our dating lives. We were born 3 months apart, he is older than me! Of course I have to say that even if it is just a measly three months, he is still older.<P>
We were in Kindergarten together and apparently caused such a ruckus that we were never placed us in the same class for the next 12 years. We spent a lot of time together, had most of the same friends, and lived 1/16 of a country mile from each other. Biking, building forts inside and outside, playing at the farm, playing in the golf course, jumping old snowmobiles on said golf course, watching "In Living Color" and the "Aresenio Hall Show" (can you believe he is back?!), listening to music everything from Crystal Gayle to Michael Jackson and New Edition. Seriously. So many great memories.<P>
Here is us...a long time ago at the family farm.<P>
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And their story begins a long time ago as well. Shawn and Lori met in 7th or 8th grade which was about the time I moved to VA with my family for the next two years, so details are fuzzy. What started out as friends grew into the love they have today plus two adorable little kiddos, well they aren't little anymore. They are hilarious together, kind to each other, and never take each other too serious or for granted. <P>
For the past year and a half, things in their life has turned upside down. In 2012, Lori was diagnosed with ALS and last year was also diagnosed with Lyme's disease. Her faith is strong and steadfast, she believes in God and know that He will walk with her, help her and create a miracle for her health. Her body may be faltering, but her spirits and positivity isn't. <P>
Lori knowing and unknowingly of what may lie ahead for her future wanted to capture her family before the affects of the disease would take ahold of her body. So the fall of 2012 that is what we did. The day was gorgeous and sun was shinning, perfect for this beautiful inside and out family. So the natural place to do their session was our family farm. I do a lot of sessions there, but this one means something. Growing up there is memories around every corner for all of us. <P>
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And right now Lori and her family is in the need for assistance. She has been on medical leave from her job since November. Getting around has become increasingly difficult for Lori. And really this family is about as proud as they come and to ask for help isn't the easiest thing in the world for them. But they need to get a handicap vehicle for Lori and to help with medical expenses to remain in their home. <P>
Here is the link for you to give if you so choose <a href="http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/lori-thorson-fundraiser/122516"target="new"><b>HERE</b></a>
Please keep Lori, Shawn, Elisbeth, and Ian in your prayers.
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So we started out with their family session, which I was told was the only professional family photo they have taken. <P>
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And the proud parents. Sorry dad...I had to share it. It was probably one of the sweetest moments I have ever captured. A dad so proud that it can't be contained only in the welling up of tears. <P>
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Thanks Taylor.....I hope your year is going fantastic!!! Can't wait to hear about the exciting times you have in store for next year. I wish you the best sweetie!!! Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-49697037522596848892013-09-30T12:16:00.001-07:002013-09-30T12:16:04.209-07:00{Good things come in threes} Alexandria MN PhotographerPeople always say that bad things come in threes...well, I don't know about that. 3 has always been my favorite number, mostly cause my birthday is on a 3rd, but it just always seemed like a good, perfect number....still trying to figure out why we didn't have three kids, I think mainly cause I didn't want to be outnumbered. "You grab one, I got one". <P>
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Thank you Kelli, Linda & Maddie!!!Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-69802185977722120092013-09-19T19:58:00.000-07:002013-09-19T19:58:44.773-07:00{Triple threat} Glenwood, MN Senior PhotographerWell, first day of autumn is here in two days. What the??? How does that happen? Like honestly it is like kids just got out of school, we planted some flowers, we went to the beach, and now the leaves are changing. While I welcome change of seasons...but do they have to come so quickly right after one another...except for that old man winter he sticks around and wears out his welcome. <P>
So you ever had those girls in high school that just had it all; talent, beauty, brains...AND they were sweet as apple pie? You hated them right? Just kidding...we didn't. We just wanted whatever they were on!! I always thought there must be something...their feet smell and have gnarly toes, or they are a mouth breather, or something completely horrible like they actually eat the bread crusts...weird stuff, I would convince myself of this. Well, Miss Rachel seems to be one of those girls who have it all. A triple threat as they say.<P>
I absolutely love, love, love her first outfit. Perfectly vintage-ly new. Yes...that is my word, use it how you like.<P>
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And the part of my job that is the best. Whenever seniors have a talent they want to capture, I love it...cause guess what, I get my own personal concert, show, whatever it is. Even if it is ontop of a grassy hill drenched in sunlight. I know you are feeling sorry for me right now. But don't because I have been sitting editing at my computer going on 14 hours right now. So, NOW you can feel sorry for me.<P>
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Also I should brag a little about Miss Rachel, you might recognize her or know her, she was named Queen of this year's Glenwood's Waterama. Way to go Rachel...what a wonderful honor! <P>
Thanks Rachel and Mom Diane! I had a great afternoon with you two!!
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-46402348816529091412013-08-24T11:10:00.000-07:002013-08-24T11:10:25.433-07:00{Carley} Alexandria, MN Senior PhotographerIt has been so long ago that I blogged I almost forgot how to. I really love to share images from sessions and share little tidbits from my crazy mind. But I am telling you...this can be a whole other job in itself. And I feel bad many, many of my sessions haven't been shared on the blog or my Facebook page...so I am trying to be better, I just need to clone myself or something.<P>
So here is Miss Carley's session. I have known this little girl when she was a spit fire running all over the place. I think the spit fire is still the same...but I think she doesn't run all over the place anymore. We had a nice chat as we drove to our locations for the evening...it is so fun to see these kids grow into young adults. I am so excited for their future. :) <P>
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Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-13937739408452724442013-07-24T14:07:00.000-07:002013-07-24T14:07:43.798-07:00{Christmas in July} Alexandria, MN PhotographerChristmas in July indeed. <P>
When October rolls around, almost daily I will get a call from someone who has desperation in their voice and the convo starts off like this, "I need to update our family photos and we want to do Christmas cards. Do you have any openings in the next week or two?" Now, I am professional and while I want to let out a little "are-you-crazy" chuckle/cough, I simply say, "I have been booked for about 2 months out right now" And then there is the 3 second silence and "Reeeeeally? Wow. Guess I should have called earlier." Now I can sometimes squeeze a quick session in and help them out...but it is hard cause I am booked solid, and guess what? It is darn cold outside!!!! Now, don't get me wrong I love winter sessions...but if you weren't <i>planning</i> a winter session, you may be a little discouraged and frozen. So here is your kick in the pants sale to, well, kick you in your pants to call and book your fall or holiday session.<P>
August is completely booked, and September is getting pretty full, only one weekend is available in September. So....am I sinking in yet? You need to call now! :) To sweeten the deal, if you call and book before July 31, 2013 I will throw in your first package of Holiday Cards for free! This is a $40 value!! <P>
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He is a little bit of a daredevil. <p>
He does the cutest little buzzing "car" noise when he plays with the studio toy cars. <p>
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JGP mailers went out last week, (I can tell cause the phone is ringing like crazy) if you didn't get one, mention it when you schedule your session so you can get in on the discount. You have until July 1st to save on your senior session, calling after July 1st is back to regular session pricing. Call early to get the best dates, August only has a few dates left....so don't say I didn't tell you so.
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-27356849524830504392013-05-30T09:42:00.000-07:002013-05-30T09:42:51.931-07:00In memoriam. Landon David Lien.Gone too soon. I will keep this post short because words are failing me. I wanted to share Landon's images from his senior session that wasn't that long ago for the ones who love him most. Somewhere they can see his cute smile and beautiful eyes. With permission from Landon's family, I share these for you.
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Family and friends of Landon, you are and will continue to be in my prayers.
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-23842868731725292462013-05-23T15:47:00.000-07:002013-05-23T15:47:27.032-07:00{Here comes the Class of 2014} Central Minnesota Senior PhotographerYep...I haven't even finished blogging all of Class of 2013 and yet here comes the Class of 2014. I will....I will. Promise.
This is Miss Kirby and she is cute and quirky and talented and funny and apparently I don't believe in commas.
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Kirby's session got cut a little short cause it was so darn windy and started to rain. So you will see more of Kirby when we shoot again soon.
It is not too early to call to book your spring (which is getting away from us as are dates booking up if you haven't called to schedule yet), summer and fall senior photo sessions. My summer and fall dates book up <i>very</i> fast now that school is out or almost out depending on how many snow days you have to make up this year. Can I get another "Boooo!" for that pain in the butt Old Man Winter?
So find Kirby, she is the cute and tall redhead armed with fist fulls of cards to hand out to help you save on your session. And if you don't get a card...no big deal. Call me....you can just mention that Kirby told you about how much she loves her photos and you want to love your senior photos as much as she does and even better your parents want to love them and save money on them too. There I go without commas again.
So what are you waiting for? All the best dates to be taken? Then get on it. ;) 320-815-8174Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-40070218134972312212013-05-21T10:28:00.000-07:002013-05-21T10:37:32.603-07:00{be different} Central Minnesota Senior PhotographerWhen Mom Paula booked her son Ryan's senior session our convo went something like this:
Paula: He wants to do something different.
Me: Great!
Paula: He <i>really</i> wants to put his own spin on his senior photos.
Me: Even better! I love it when kids what to venture outside the box.
Paula: He is thinking about an ape suit.
Me: Wonderf....., wait, what?
Paula: Yep.
Me: Hmmmm.....how will people know it is him?
Paula: Good point.
Needless to say, the pressure was on. Me. As I said in my mock dialogue, I love it when seniors bring the real "them" to their session, and up until the day before Ryan's session I was prepared for anything and an ape suit. However, we started the session and no ape suit in sight and really I was sorta bummed. ;) But yet still up for the task to live up to Ryan's expectation, as well as pleasing Mom and Dad. It can be a fine line, people.
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So many great things in this storage attic we used and really wanted to take home with me...but I restrained myself. I mean there was metal numbers, letters, old film reels, weird metal things...and the strong smell of urine. Yes, the life of a photographer can be grimmy, dirty and dangerous. I have stepped on many a rusty nail only to come centimeters away from puncturing my foot, I have gotten poision ivy...more than once, billions of mosquito bites, horsefly stings, fell down ditches, stepped holes in the ground, stepped in thigh high snow, creepy onlookers while in a session, tripped over my own feet while looking through my camera attempting to get the shot. A photographers career....is NOT glamorous despite what you may think. Ok....back to Ryan's session.....
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Yes...the whole family. Again, with JGP you get a free family session with your senior session. It is a perfect opportunity to get everyone gussied up and snap some images of completely crazy you are. And when I mean crazy, I mean completely wonderful and would fit right in with my family.
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And this one was Ryan's idea. He wanted to jazz up the yearbook a little and by pointing at the next kid in the row of the senior pages of the yearbook. The idea was for the other kid (who will remain nameless...but you can probably figure it out)was supposed to do the same...but didn't. Wha-whaaaaa. And can I say, since my daughter came home with her yearbook yesterday, can we all agree there is some wonderfully, creative kids out there who are looking to express themselves in the yearbook?? Hello, kid on a dinosaur?? What?! :) And may I add....I am all for it, but do remember this, 30 years from now at your class reunion, you will be wearing a nametag that has your highschool pic next to your name so people will recognize you. Just saying. So if you are up for it, and your parents are too and it's legal...so am I.
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And now....we were racing to beat the sunset, and I am telling you I believe the sunset beat us as we were practically shooting in the dark. But it provided some moody, artsy-fartsy images from lovely downtown Alexandria. And living in a smaller town, anytime I shoot on Broadway or the side streets we get stares, waves, comments (good and bad), and whistles. Makes it interesting.
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Ryan is a talented film maker. Check out his You Tube videos <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/Thexdreamboatx?feature=watch"target="new">HERE</a>
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Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-38642601550498647202013-05-14T19:24:00.000-07:002013-05-14T19:24:11.148-07:00{Class of 2013...which is like, 2 weeks away} Alexandria, MN Senior PhotographerUsually I am better about getting session on the blog, but this year....not so much. For those who don't know, I opened a studio here in downtown Alexandria. Which has taken every moment I have...which wasn't a lot to begin with in the first place.
So here is to some making up to do....
Miss Anna's session. We literally shot until the sun went down. So much to do and the sun waits for no one.
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And just a reminder....every senior session gets a free family session when held the same night. So..bonus!!!
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And for those who graduate in 2014....the phone had been ringing over here. Don't let the all dates get taken...call now!!! 320-815-8174. End of my info-merical. Sorry, no Ginsu knives are included in this offer!
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-46309532216572489632013-05-09T10:45:00.003-07:002013-05-09T10:45:45.387-07:00{Little Miss} Alexandria, MN Newborn PhotographerSweet little Charlie came into the studio not long ago, well...her parents brought here she didn't stroll in by herself!
So here is a peek just a few of the many images we got that day.
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Big brother Blake cannot get enough of his new baby sister. He was giving her kisses, which Charlie was "giving" right back!
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I love to see families grow, in fact here is Blake's newborn session a few years ago. Click <a href="http://jenguenther.blogspot.com/2010/07/smitten-central-minnesota-photographer.html"target="new">HERE</a>.
I get many questions about when to schedule newborn photography. And I joke as soon as you see the "+" on the pregnancy test call to book your newborn session (or maternity session as well). But really, newborns are in fact best photographed within the first 12 days after being born. So to make sure we have a date within that time frame, I want parents to book early enough to work in my and your schedule. So if you are pregnant now, book now...one more thing you don't have to think about right before your due date or even after the baby is born.
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-21412234564333757752013-05-06T16:30:00.000-07:002013-05-06T16:31:21.768-07:00{Your momma wants you to} Central Minnesota Photographer
You know that Mother's Day is less than a week away, right? You know you still have time to bump yourself to the "favorite kid" or "favorite hubby"...wait, what??? You know what I mean.
Buy her what she wants...photos of YOU with YOU!
I am bundling a gift certificate package, print credit and a bouquet of flowers from Creations, An Event Studio here in Alexandria, the perfect gift to make momma happy. And you know what they say, "If momma ain't happy...you are all in trouble!".
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Call now to reserve your gift now. The deadline is THIS Wednesday!!
And if you are a mom reading this, most likely you are cause you are my demographic. ;) Send this link in an email, or on Facebook. And there is even a handy hint for you on my Facebook page.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/230734930325819/#!/JenGuentherPhotography">www.facebook.com/jenguentherphotography</a> Simply just share the "mom's day special" image and it will show those kids and that hubby what YOU want for Mother's day. And if what you really want for mother's day is for everyone to get along, no problem...we can do that, in a picture hanging on your wall to give everyone proof that you all really do love each other.
Call 320-815-8174Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-91335833604457774792013-04-09T12:50:00.000-07:002013-04-09T12:50:43.753-07:00Central Minnesota Newborn Photographer | Jennifer Guenther PhotographyWe had such a great weekend with our newborn workshop. My amazingly talented friend Jessica from <a href="http://jmphotomn.com">JM Photography</a> in the Twin Cities came up with her fantastic assistant Christin to teach photographers from all over Minnesota and North Dakota. It was such a fun weekend of learning, and meeting so many talented photographers in all various points in their photography careers.
I was able to snap a few action shots of the group and the dynamic duo...Jessica & Christin!
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And I thought I would share just a few of the hundreds of images I captured of our little newborn models.
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In honor of this workshop and new found knowledge, I am offering a special for newborn sessions. <b>If you are pregnant now...this is the sale you want to get in on.</b> <b>I am only offering this special pricing for 3 newborn sessions...first come, first go!!</b> <i>Please keep in mind newborns are considered under 12 days old, I book up a month in advance so you will want to schedule a least a month BEFORE your due date...not after the baby is born. </i>
Call 320-815-8174 or email jenniferphoto@charter.net to book your newborn session.
Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1707245830763546201.post-68800818627451478372013-03-28T10:04:00.000-07:002013-03-28T10:04:01.459-07:00{Newborn models needed!} Central MN newborn photographerI'm in need of Newborn GIRL models for April 6th & 7th in Alexandria, MN for a photography workshop. Must live with in 30 minutes of Alexandria and baby must be less than 12 days old. Free session and CD. Email me to inquire jenniferphoto@charter.net, Thanks!******Jennifer Guentherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05696256500700923892noreply@blogger.com0