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I'm selling my Canon 30D camera body. This excellent camera has been a reliable and great backup camera to my 5D for the past year. It is only 1 year old and in mint condition. Since my 5D has been my primary camera, I don't use this too often, though it has seen every wedding this year since I'm a 2-camera wedding shooter. It comes in the original packaging and with all the items that came with it: body, battery, strap, cap, manual, and battery charger. This camera does NOT come with a lens. (The box has been cut so I could take advantage of a rebate offer). You can read all the technical specs about this camera here. $850 oboI'm also selling the battery grip which you see pictured here. This Canon BG-E2 grip works with the Canon 30D OR 20D cameras (and may work with the 40D, I'm not certain on that).$125 for the grip. If you want both, please make me an offer. The battery grip will not come with any batteries. Extra batteries can be purchased at any electronics store or online at places like http://www.bhphoto.com/ Labels: NEWS, RESOURCES
Here are some pictures from another recent holiday portrait session. Bob, Page and Trevor are wonderful and we had a quick and fun session early last week. First we just let Trevor play and do his thing... the best approach with toddlers!
Then Daddy got in the mix...
Then we moved out front and played "chase the toddler in the chair"
 Gotcha!
 I think if it were me, this next one would be my holiday card :-)
Some Mommy time 
... And Daddy time  And Trevor time
 And family time
Labels: PORTRAITS
Another Thanksgiving has arrived in record time. Why is it every year goes faster than the one before? This year we were in Pinetop for exactly 30 hours of family time and turkey before heading back down to Phoenix so I can shoot two weddings tomorrow and Saturday. Jordan is opting to stay at Grandma's house (err, The Princess Resort & Spa) through the weekend and I can't say I blame her. Why wouldn't she choose unabashed freedom, lots of sugar, sleeping in Grandma's bed, and cousin Sierra over Mom and Dad's less fun daily routine. With a lot less sugar.
 My Mom is now saying, "Where can I find this little thing!?"
Since it's the holiday to pronounce gratefulness out loud (really, we should be expressing those things we are thankful for every single day), I am also extremely thankful for my husband and daughter, our families, our health, our businesses, our friendships, and our resilience. And that the bloody heat has finally broken in Phoenix. Sheesh.
I'm thankful for little moments like this too.
I am also incredibly thankful for my clients. I have met so many wonderful people via this business and I often feel this sense of connection to many of you because you allow me to share in your intimate moments, important memories and indescribable joys. I see your tears, your laughter, your kisses, your love, and often, some of the true essence of who you are. I don't take any of that lightly, and you all have left an impression on me in some way.
I am extremely grateful for all of the wonderful emails and voicemails that you have left me this year sharing your appreciation. Sometimes you are literally crying with thanks, and I tear up right along with you because it means the world that I get to capture these moments and that you appreciate the work so much. Sometimes you send me hilarious emails... one couple recently pronounced me the proud owner of their first (yet to be born) child after watching their wedding slideshow, and yet another wrote after watching their family slideshow "OH MY GOD, WE ARE IN LOVE WITH OURSELVES!" That one had me laughing out loud for some time. Recently, a couple of you sent me iTunes gift cards (after seeing my iPod post awhile back) and one of you just made me a cd of mixed tunes. How cool is that!
Most clients don't comment on the blog and that is okay by me... you send me your heartfelt thanks in touching notes, email and voicemails and I appreciate all of your words. Happy Thanksgiving!
 I couldn't resist. My niece Sierra came bouncing into the house this morning in this little ensemble. She is like this adorable little golfer-meets-English-rider. Labels: PERSONAL
 I saw Victoria Canada about a week ago at her awesome bridal planning boutique Bright Event Gallery and she let me know about a complimentary event coming up next week for couples getting married. There will be free dance lessions, music by Ray the DJ, snacks and drinks, and the chance to win very cool prizes!Event Details:Tuesday, November 27, 20076:00 - 8:00 PMFiresky Resort (formally Caleo)4925 N. Scottsdale RoadScottsdale, AZ 85251To register, please call Bright Event Gallery by Saturday, Nov 24th to reserve your spot. 480-656-0623.
Brides, if you have not already checked out her boutique, I highly recommend that you do. She and her partner Kelly offer amazing wedding planning services, table decor ideas, lots of very unique and chic wedding favors, cute clothing, bags/purses, organizational tools, vendor recommendations and much more.
On a related note about recommendations that I make: I am not paid in any way for any place, person or item that I recommend on this blog. I do not pay or receive kick backs for recommendations... I simply share this info with others to provide resources and options for couples planning their wedding because I believe in the person, place or thing. Labels: RESOURCES
Several of you have asked how to best order your holiday cards:1. Please send me an email with the card you like best and the image number you would like to use (from one of your sessions with me).2. Also please email me any text or other customization you want to add as well as the quantity you would like to order.3. I'll email you a proof within 24 hours. Once you approve, I'll send to the lab. The cards will arrive to you in approximately 3-5 days, or less. In December, I drop ship all orders directly to you, ensuring you receive your cards via 2-day delivery.To view the card options & pricing again, please click here or search the blog for Holiday Cards.To order, please email me the above information at jen@jenniferphotography.comLabels: NEWS, PORTRAITS, RESOURCES
Allrighty, well I'm behind on blog posts, but I'm working overtime to get shoots back to clients and process weddings. I have 2 more great weddings to post on and 2 more this weekend, as well as about 6 photo shoots to get up here. Clients if you are checking, they are coming I promise! (If you have not already seen your proofs online.)
On a related note, current turn around times are:
Weddings Proofs on Pictage: 3 weeks
November Portrait Sessions - 4-6 days
December Portrait Sessions - 2-3 days (hence the rush fees)
Holiday Cards - once you place the order with me, you will have them back within 3-5 days.
Labels: NEWS
I was honored to see the November/December 2007 edition of The Wedding Chronicle featured Lindsay and Eric's wedding at Sassi as one of their selections for "Most Beautiful Weddings of the Year." Their wedding was indeed so beautiful to me too, and also one of the most fun I have ever shot. Lots of laughter, love, great dancing, a beautiful and nice couple, and wonderful friends and family who surrounded them on their day. It's a pleasure to re-live it! Click here to see their wedding slideshow.
The Wedding Chronicle is a great (and free!) resource for couples getting married and is available each month at many area boutiques, bridal shows, salons, grocery stores such as AJ's.
 Labels: NEWS, RESOURCES
We have completed 4-5 wedding albums this past month or so and I thought I would share a few.
The picture above is from Maggie and Ted's gorgeous wedding at Copperwynd Resort & Spa in Fountain Hills. Here are a few slideshows if you would like to view a full album:
Maggie + Ted - Copperwynd - March 2007
Briana + Tigran - Ashley Manor - March 2007
Elizabeth + Dan - JW Marriott Desert Ridge - April 2007
Coming soon...
Michelle + Craig - Desert Mountain - June 2007
Ava's Year in the Life Album
Jennifer + Nathan - Troon North - Sept 2007
Labels: ALBUMS, WEDDINGS
I took Jordan to the Desert Botanical Garden to see the annual butterfly exhibit last week. I also took my macro lens to try and grab some super close up shots. I love this lens and use it at every wedding to capture details, for lots of tight shots of baby hands and feet, and for personal things like this. Jordan was very into the butterflies for the first 10 minutes and then was more happy to build "castles" in the dirt while Mom took a few more pictures. Incidental factoid: I learned that Monarch butterflies take 3-4 generations to make a full round trip migration to their refuges down in Mexico where they all head in the fall and winter and then back up again. They ride the winds down, similar to birds, but it just takes several more generations to complete the migration.Here are a few shots...   Close up of a cacti.Labels: PERSONAL
This post is mega-late, but what can I say, it's been super crazy! Thank goodness for these two, who are helping to keep me above water and giving me a little time to still see my family this fall. Both Katie and Rachel joined the team on a part time basis about a month ago and I've been meaning to properly introduce them since that time. Better late then never...
 Katie (left) is helping with many different aspects and I am extraordinarily thankful for her. She helps process & package the portrait orders, initially edit the shoots, make back-ups, follow up with clients, manage our new database and studio management software by Shoot-Q, and a whole slew of other things to help run the business. I can't say enough about her .... did I already say how great she is doing?Rachel (right) has been a client (I photographed her wedding a few years ago and then her baby Ava came along so we've been following her progress as well) and she is just awesome! She is helping me produce albums and is doing great. I told her that if she wanted to make this a long-term career, she could probably have tons of photography clients as the majority of us outsource aspects such as this to others. But for now I want to keep her all mine! :)I'm so glad to have you both!Labels: NEWS
Lisa and Clint had a beautiful wedding last weekend! They started the day at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, which is just a great place for photographs. I really loved this hotel, because there is so much great light and different colors inside the rooms and the lobby and around the grounds in general, so we captured some really beautiful images. Lisa and Clint both got ready there with their wedding party before we all headed over to the Brophy Chapel in downtown Phoenix for their ceremony. After the ceremony and picture time, Lisa's sister and future brother-in-law surprised the newlyweds with a gorgeous vintage Bentley to take them to their reception at the Desert Botanical Garden. You don't see cars like this very often, so I think this was as much a treat for me photographically as it was for them to ride in. :-)Lisa and Clint are very calm natured, so the whole day really seemed to flow well. You may remember them from Julie and Dave's wedding this past July -- Clint is Julie's brother -- so it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces again. Lisa is also one of the most organized brides I've worked with, which was great for me as we stayed right on schedule most of the day, so it really went well. I thought she looked like a bride out of a magazine!           A few of the more "formal" portraits with the bridal party.           When we arrived at Desert Botanical Garden, it was pretty much dark, so we played under the light a little.
 Their beautiful reception site.  I loved this shot from their first dance. They have such a natural and beautiful chemistry between them.  Lisa and her Dad during their dance together. Thank you Lisa and Clint. You both were an absolute joy to work with and it was wonderful to share your day!
Labels: WEDDINGS
 Its been some time since I've posted on any of my goals that I have been tracking. Some of you may remember I posted this 101 List in 1,001 Days back in February sharing goals that I would like to accomplish in the next 3 years. Many photographers and others out there are also doing this, so it is likely a familiar concept my now. I just had a chance to review those things I have checked off so far, and was pleasantly surprised at how many I have made a reality. Not only did I finally FINISH the list (a big feat in and of itself) I also modifed a few "goals" that were too vague and not really attainable in a concrete way. My progress: 1. Have gratitude every day for all that I have (This is still vague but a necessary goal of mine each day)
2. Hang up the framed personal photos that are sitting on the floor of my living room. - COMPLETE
3. Have a photographer I admire take photos of my daughter and I (I haven't settled on photog yet)
4. Second shoot a wedding with Jessica Claire
5. Get involved with a charity benefiting children - COMPLETE - Princess Project July 2007
6. Take some good photos of my daughter and my mom together and give them to my mom - COMPLETE, April 07.
7. Take an Alaskan cruise
8. Go back to Italy
9. Go to New Zealand and/or Australia
10. Read 3 books in 3 months that benefit my business – COMPLETE You Inc/Getting Things Done / Love is a Killer App / Blink
11. Read one fiction book per month for 6 months (ongoing) - The Alchemist, complete / Eat, Pray, Love, complete / The Other Boleyn Girl, complete / The Boleyn Inheritance, reading now
12. Attend Oprah taping (or be on the show!)
13. Enter a photo competition - Complete, August 07 (WPJA)
14. Enter next WPPI 8x10 competition
15. Get my business finances in Quickbooks - COMPLETE - April 07
16. Go to bed by 10 PM each night for a week COMPLETE - October 07
17. Go visit Shauna in January or February after she has her baby
18. Stay in a beach house for a week - COMPLETE, August 2007
19. Photograph a wedding in Hawaii
20. Photograph a wedding in North Carolina
21. Photograph a celebrity wedding
22. Be featured in Grace Ormonde
23. Be featured in InStyle Weddings magazine
24. Meet Jennifer Aniston
25. Go on spa vacation with my mom and sister
26. Build my invitation design side business
27. Invent something
28. Walk my dogs each evening for 1 week
29. Have a dinner party with 10 fun friends where we have great conversation
30. Buy more property
31. Go on a skiing vacation with a few friends
32. Take a swimming class with my daughter (lessons for her)
33. Sell some of my travel and fine art photographs (build that website)
34. Publish a book of my photography - complete in Feb 07
35. Run a 10K
36. Speed up my Wedding workflow to get images posted within 10 days (workflow much faster now thanks to Lightroom)
37. Go on a vacation with my sister only – Complete – mini weekend in Vegas
38. Visit North Carolina
39. Go on a Windjammer cruise to the Greek Isles and Southern Italy
40. See my sister publish her book
41. See my step-father publish his book
42. Plan girlfriends getaway to cabin
43. Build dream home
44. Go to the gym 3 times a week for 3 weeks
45. See "O" in Vegas
46. Take a spin class
47. Get new desk - COMPLETE - July 07
48. Upgrade to 24" monitor - COMPLETE, April 07
49. Open viewing studio/office in '08
50. Launch new website COMPLETE, April 07
51. Take a Pilates class
52. Create goal/vision board for above my desk - COMPLETE - May 07
53. Repaint master bath
54. Do yoga 2-3 times per week
55. Create custom blog and launch COMPLETE – Sept 07
56. Create album for my parents of their grandkids, and give to them - COMPLETE, Mothers Day 07
57. See U2 in concert again58. Grow family
59. Write up a list of family values that are important to our family and post in our home - COMPLETE
60. Go to Disneyland with Jordan
61. Enroll in a photography seminar trip somewhere I have never been (Bali? Greece?)
62. Drink 64+ ounces of water each day for 1 week
63. Redecorate living room (new rug, coffee table and wall art) - partially complete
64. Finish this list - COMPLETE, Nov 07
65. Learn to snowboard
66. Learn Italian (it would make more sense to learn Spanish again, but I just love Italy and the language)
67. Blog everyday for 1 month
68. Create a will
69. Clean out my emails
70. Execute on my business idea with my sister (in progress - details forthcoming)
71. Go on the hot air balloon ride that my dad gave Chris and I a couple years ago! (I was pregnant then)
72. Find a field of sunflowers and take pictures of Jordan in it – COMPLETE, Sept 07
73. Finish reading The Fountainhead. (I started this book about 15 years ago and never finished it)
74. Go to Napa with Chris
75. Visit Veronica in Denver and take pictures of her girls – (Took pix of her girls in July '07 in AZ, but she is now moving to Calif, so I dont know if the Denver part is going to happen)
76. Finish my "Vision Board" – COMPLETE - Sept 07
77. Get accepted into WPJA - COMPLETE - June 2007
78. Speak at Partner Con
79. Be published in Rangefinder
80. Be published in Brides Magazine
81. Be published in Elegant Bride
82. Speak at WPPI
83. Order packaging for biz - COMPLETE, Aug 07
84. Order new upscale biz cards
85. Print my marketing brochures
86. Build senior portrait business
87. Send postcards out
88. Sell my Sequoia - COMPLETE, Sept 07
89. Publish my doorway project
90. Launch fine art website
91. Get www.jenniferbowen.com from lady holding it and doing nothing with it!
92. Buy new car - COMPLETE, Sept 07
93. Put mantle above fireplace
94. Do senior shoot with Kim J.
95. Get on preferred vendor list at Royal Palms
96. Order new stickers for business – COMPLETE, Oct 07
96. Redesign marketing brochures – COMPLETE, summer 07
97. Take Jordan to see the Nutcracker
98. Take Chris to NYC
99. Visit Boston
100. Find orchid centerpiece for living room
Labels: 101 LIST, PERSONAL
I had a fun engagement session with Julie and Dan recently. At one point we all managed to get the "church giggles" and couldn't stop laughing. They are getting married next April and it is pretty clear they have an obvious chemistry between them. Julie designs her own line of beautiful jewelry and in fact made me a necklace that I always wear now and get tons of compliments on. Thanks for such a fun time Julie and Dan!  This next one is my favorite. I love this.  Labels: ENGAGEMENTS
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