2011: Jen and Mike in Action

2011 blew every expectation, wild hope and dream I ever had for JSP. Mike and I had the best time meeting new clients, growing friendships, watching dozens of our favorite families expand and flourish, crying at weddings (well, I always do...Mike, not so much), exploring new parts of the city, trying new angles, experimenting with light and pinching ourselves that we are blessed and lucky enough to be able to do this for a living. Every so often, we take the opportunity to document the good times we have shooting together. Here's a behind the scene look at how much fun we had behind our cameras in 2011. (Many thanks to my dear friend and colleague, Victoria Sprung, for snapping a few of these photos on the weddings we worked together last year. It's safe to say, we always had a really good time together.)

Our new friend Luke

I couldn't get enough of his big blue eyes and full head of hair. I loved how Luke started our session with the cutest little lip tremble ever, as he tried to figure out what Mike and I were doing with those big cameras, and ended giving us some awesome smiles. And it was really fun to incorporate Brian's guitar hobby into a few photos. I think little Luke might have a future as a musician...we'll have to wait and see. We had such a great time with you, Bethany, Brian and Luke!

Lizzie and Jake

Mike and I had a great time getting to know Lizzie and Jake last Saturday morning. Lizzie started out shy, but then enjoyed showing us her favorite toys and adorable sunglasses. And Jake was definitely ready to smile and mug for our cameras. It was so nice to meet you, Lauren and Dave! Thanks for a great time.

Introducing Ruth

Happy 2012! My session with Annie, Nate and baby Ruth last week was the perfect way to kick off the new year. I've been excited to meet Ruth since I took Annie and Nate's maternity photos last September and she certainly didn't disappoint. What a doll-baby. It was so great to see Annie and Nate so happy and excited to have her be a part of their lives. Thanks for having me be part of this special time, and congratulations again on beautiful Ruthie!