Month: August, 2009

Fantasy Session: Mermaid Style (Northville, Michigan Artistic Photographer)

August 28, 2009 · Fantasy (Fairy, etc...), Senior Portraits & Models

As you all may recall, this summer I started to offer Fantasy Sessions to my clients. These sessions are very unique, artistic and fun. They are for both children and adults. My most recent fantasy shoot was with the totally **GORGEOUS**, Kelsey S. She had fabulous makeup work by the very talented, Lindsey S. You will notice that she has hand painted scales on her! Fun, fun, fun.

Believe it or not it was pretty cold when we shot, but Kelsey never complained once. She is a model/actress/singer and was really terrific to work with. Her goal was to get some artsy, fresh images to update her portfolio. Check out a bit of the work from our shoot below:


Stay tuned! I have an upcoming session with 4 little fairies in a couple of weeks. More fantasy stuff is on the way. I am also going to be posting wedding images, a model shoot, some kid/family stuff and will be introducing some tasteful boudoir images to my blog soon as well.

And– as always— if you would like to book a session or sign up for a PhotoShop Lesson, send me an email at jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook. Thanks!

Portrait Give-a-way Contest

August 27, 2009 · Special Promotions

Yep, you read it correctly! To finish off the Summer and start the Fall in a fun way, I am having a little contest here on my Blog. This contest is open to your kid(s), families, couples, friends and singles. In other words- entrants of any age or group can win! All you have to do is send in your name. Read more below.


The winner will receive:

  • a FREE on location 30-45 minute mini session
  • 10-12 edited images in a slideshow to choose from
  • (1) 11 X 14 print of your choice
  • 10 % discount off additional prints + 1/2 off the image CD if desired
  • Extra prints can be ordered via the a la carte menu

To enter:

  • send me a message at jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook
  • include name and photo of entrant(s)
  • Tell me why you should win the session and your favorite types of pictures to have
  • Spread the word about the contest!!! Link my Blog to your facebook page so others can find out about it, too.

Contest Deadline is August 31st at midnight. Good luck everyone!

Recent Sessions

August 24, 2009 · Fantasy (Fairy, etc...), Kids

August has been such a fun and crazy busy month for me! But I am not complaining- I love it.
Yesterday evening I worked with the beautiful Kelsey S. We had planned a Mermaid Fantasy shoot in a local pool with fun accessories and help from a great hair stylist/makeup artist, Lindsey S. I have a lot of favorites from this shoot- and not enough hours in the day to edit them. Stay tuned for more:

Friday afternoon + night I shot a wonderful wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Birmingham make such a fabulous couple and it was a delight to spend time with them on their special day. Mainly I took candid, traditional images- and I will have some to share in a week or two- but here is a quick artistic shot just for fun:

My nephew, Dylan, is getting ready to start the 4 th grade. I cannot even believe how fast time flies. Anyhow- he thought it was cool to jump in a picture during our mini shoot, lol, so I am posting it here. A child having a good time in an image always puts a smile on my face. Of course, I took a lot more…we were there to test a new location. :)

Enjoy the day everyone-thanks for stopping by and send me a message if you would like to book a session. I do have openings in September for families, kids and individuals.

Summer Beauty

August 20, 2009 · Senior Portraits & Models

A couple of days ago, I met up with a beautiful woman who hired me to take some casual updated headshots. She needed them because she will be judging Miss Michigan USA (and is actuallly a former Miss Colorado herself) – how cool is that?

Have a great time, Nicola, it was so fabulous working with you. I hope to work with you again in the future. Check out a handful of our shots together-

If anyone out there wants some digital head shots for their web site/business needs, please gimme a call. I would love to work with you! :)

Christmas Specials (Detroit, Michigan Family Photographer)

August 18, 2009 · Special Promotions

Yes, I know, it is still summer! But……
I was sitting here editing some images from a wonderful family- and it hit me.
Christmas family portrait sessions are coming up very, very soon.
And, yes, I am totally serious. They really should be done within the next 10 weeks if you want them edited, printed and ready to go by the holiday! So, I have decided to run a fabulous little special for all of you holiday loving/beautiful photo gift giving folks out there. I have the best clients ever. :)
Here is what you will get:
  • 30-45 minute on location mini-session
  • 10-15 proofs to choose from, artistic editing included
  • 4 included gift prints (sized 8 X 10, 5 X 7 or 4 X 6)
  • 1 set (24) 4 X 6 press printed holiday flat cards

Cost of this promotional session is only $250 !!

Refer a friend and I will throw in an additional gift- just ask :)

Available the following 3 dates ONLY :

Saturday, September 19th ,Thursday, September 24th and Saturday, October 17th

Reserve your spot today-I also still have limited full sessions available for Sept and Oct.
Contact me at: jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook