Friday Fun

Because it's Friday and everyone deserves a good laugh to take them into the weekend:

I thought the "caution coffee is hot" warnings were bad enough...

I am writing this down to use on my kids. Genius.

Must have been one heck of a camo paint job...

It starts early

More to come next Friday : ) Happy Weekend!

The Raina family

Last weekend I had the pleasure of taking some shots for the Raina family : ) Arwyn, Adi and their 16 month old, Asha were a blast and make such a beautiful family! Like most 16 month olds, Asha definitely kept us all on our toes and just wanted to run EVERYWHERE so we kept her entertained with some fountains, leaves and, of course, the Wiggles : )

Can you believe it's already November?? I sure can't. There are so many wonderful things to look forward to in the next few months and I definitely do not want to wish the rest of this year away but I can't help but look forward to 2012 for Jaclyn Davis Photography.

I recently had one of those nights when you are so exhausted and ready to catch some much needed zzzzz's and as soon as my head hit the pillow my mind started racing. I just could not turn it off! I'm on a journey of trying to figure out where exactly I belong in the photography world and what my purpose is. Needless to say I have been praying about it, a LOT, and I guess the Lord decided to answer my prayers that night. While I was desperately just wanting to sleep, I was completely invested in everything He was showing me.

One of the greatest messages He gave to me was that I can't do EVERYTHING and, honestly, I don't want to. While I have a deep passion for helping helping others capture their memories and create some beautiful photos for them to cherish for years to come, I have my own family that I am even more passionate about. I need to take control of my time management between my business and my family NOW before it all becomes "work". With that said, I will be re-evaluating my menu of services for 2012. There will be a few new things added and some things currently offered that may not be next year. (More details to come as we close in on the new year)

In addition to new services, I am excited to announce that Jaclyn Davis Photography will be adding a print shop! I have gained quite a collection of photos taken, from all over the place, that I have looked at periodically and been saving for when I have that perfect space in our house to hang. Then  I thought, why should I keep them to myself? SO stay tuned for more to come on that as well!

I can't, and don't want to : ), give all of the details away just yet but, until then, lets have a GIVE AWAY! Want a FREE session and cd of ALL of your images??? Good, because I want to give you one : ) Here's how you enter:

For everyone in the Columbus/Phenix City/Northeast Ohio areas:
Find Jaclyn Davis Photography's business page on Facebook, click "Like", share it on your page and let your friends know they can win too! When YOUR friends "like" Jaclyn Davis Photography, YOU get a point! The person with the most referrals WINS : ) The winner will be announced November 26 and your time begins....... Now! : )



and because everything is better with a photo:

Brewster family

Introducing the Brewster family! I had the pleasure of meeting Tammy at our church's craft fair just a few weeks ago and am so thankful to her for choosing your truly to take their photos! They are a great looking, and FUN, family : )

We met up in the middle of downtown Columbus only to find some hectic traffic and parking situations and TONS of families decked out in their costumes for some Halloween festivities. Luckily we able to find some spots with minimal distractions... although one spot was a little less pretty after being used by a tiny tyke as a urinal. Oh well, nature calls.

Standing around and getting your picture taken on a  beautiful Saturday afternoon isnt usually at the top of any guys list but after a few laughs,  and some small talk, I think we got some pretty great photos.  

Enjoy!

What to wear?

One of the most frequently asked questions photographers are asked when booking a session is "What should I wear?", and it is an important one! What you and your family wear s could create distractions in your photos and take away the focus from all of your beautiful and smiling faces... which is what we want to capture and highlight : )

When planning your wardobe make sure you pick items that reflect YOU. There is no need to over dress and, please, dont under dress. Choose clothing that you are comfortable in. When you arent comfortable in what you are wearing it shows on your face.

Coordinating your families attire does NOT mean you all have to be wearing the same color shirt and pants. You can do so if you choose, but throwing in some variety helps each family member stand out individually.

To help you out a little more I have found some visual aids. Enjoy!

Christmas Minis!

Its just about that time year again! Get those photos taken now to have the PERFECT family photo displayed on your Christmas card for all of your family and friends to see. Contact today to reserve your spot!

Pumpkin Patch!

Over the weekend he headed out to Pine Mountain, GA to visit the Butts Mill Farm pumpkin patch with the Sawtelle family! We have so much fun them, Eddie & Kyle are a blast and Peyton is just too cute for words. Peyton loved going down the slides more than anything and Austin, well, he was indifferent to the whole situation. He did like the goat in the petting zoo though : ) There was a lot to do on the farm but I have to be honest and say that pumpkin patch was pretty lame. The photos of the kids by the pumpkins? Yeah, that was the only pumpkin "patch" on the entire farm. We all though it was just a nicely decorated entrance area to the farm.

 

World Prematurity Day!

 As many of you may already know, my little Austin was born seven weeks early and spent three weeks and three days in the Madigan Army Medical Center (Ft. Lewis, WA) NICU. Those days were some of most emotional and inspirational of my life. It was so amazing to watch miracles take place right before our eyes and those miracles could only take place with the help of God and some of the amazing work that March of Dimes does for preemies everywhere!

Show your support for your local chapter of March of Dimes and book a mini session on November 17th! Whether you have a preemie, were a preemie, know a preemie, or you simply want to help a great cause this session is for you! Decide what you feel like giving, all money I collect will be donated to the Georgia Chapter of March of Dimes : )

A little sanity PLEASE

On days like today when Austin is all over the place, into everything and making messes EVERYWHERE I find that an escape to the bathroom sets me right.... not to use it, but to read one of my most cherished wedding gifts. This ABC'S OF LIFE sign that proudly hangs on the wall. It brings me back to reality, God and what really matters.

Austin Man

 

I was just getting Austin ready for his friends Peyton's birthday party and he was being particularly silly so I had to snap some photos : )

 

so handsome

 

Silly face!

Announcing Fall Mini Sessions!

It's that time of year! Fall is the perfect time of year to get some beautiful portraits of that beautiful family of yours! Looking for that perfect picture to on this years card? Contact me today and I will take care of that for you! Call today, sessions will book FAST!

My Fair Lady Pt. II

Finally had some time to finish up some photos from the couple style shoots! Aren't they gorgeous??

 

 

Austin

Thought I would share some of my favorites from today with everyone. Austin is particularly chatty today and he said he wanted to show everyone some of his favorite things to do and play with. SO here you are: reading, biting the noses on his stuffed animals (a new hobby that I think he inherited from his Auntie who used to squeeze them) and playing with Mommy's lens cap. He brings me so much joy and a smile to face everyday... hope these images do the same for you : )

Love,
 Austin