Yesterday evening I met up with a couple of the cutest litte  fairies around- Adrianna and Maya.  I have worked with these children before and was super excited to see and photograph them again.  Their white dresses and fluffy wings put into a  nature setting really created  a classic, beautiful combination.  Good idea, Mom! LOVED working with these two! 

 Of course, I am still working on this batch but want you to have a look at some of what I am working on:

The extra sweet and precious, Adrianna-

And her beyond adorable  little sister, Maya 

Playing near the gardens and in the woods….

And taking a little walk, exploring together…. as Fairy sisters!

Thanks for your help with the last one, Grandma! Hope you enjoyed the little peek! 

I am looking forward to a fun, fabulous month of July…. my birthday month!   So, stay tuned for some new announcements next week- including a contest, some specials and a new Michigan workshop date!

 Summer is almost here!  So to start it off on a positive note, I have decided to offer a special.  I love, love, love doing artistic Fantasy work with little fairies.  If you have a daughter that loves to dress  up and you want to capture that special time in her life with custom art creations, this is a special you won’t want to miss. 

Here are the details:

What:  Little Fairy Mini-Sessions- custom photography

Who:   Individual child or siblings

Where:   Northville Park Area

When:   Tues, June 29th

Appointment Times:   From  3pm – 7pm

Why:    To capture this special time in your child’s life with custom artwork

How:   Send me an email or message on Facebook to reserve your spot

Cost:   $349 

(up to 3 subjects, add $25 per additional person please)

Incuded with cost:  

•  1/2 hour session
• use of props- tutu’s, dresses, wings, boas, etc…
•  artistic finishing work on photos including special textures and color toning
• Session CD of 12 images with permissions to print
•  (1) 11X14 mounted wall art of your choice, shipped to your home

Note:  Regular price of a Standard Fantasy Session ( with the CD of session images and a mounted 11X14 print)  runs about $800, so this is a great savings for custom artwork. 

 ( Above image selected as Editors Choice image and displayed in Times Square, New York, last week from Kodak’s Photo of the Day board)

   If you are interested send me a note ASAP to guarantee your spot.  Thanks!  

ALSO:  I still have a few spots open for my Thursday, June 24th Fantasy Workshop.  The models will be fairies and mermaids!!  If you want to join me, send a note or facebook message to jenlynnalder@aol.com for more information. 

Hi everyone 

I am as much an artist (if not more) as I am a photographer… which is what I think makes my work unique.  Not all photographers are artists.  It is really important to me that I create images that are works of art and not just standard snapshots of 1 year olds and wedding party groups.  Yes, I do LOVE all of the photo taking…. however, I MUST do the artsy stuff, too.  In fact, I am working on adding a larger section to my website that is dedicated to displaying my own artistic work and willingness to help others create the same with affordable retouching lessons via email and hands on workshops/mentoring.  Keep an eye out for it- its coming very soon.

Recently my Facebook Photography Page  reached the 1500+ fan mark.  To celebrate, I asked my Fans what sort of image they would like me to create!  It was open for 2 days and anyone was able to contribute suggestions.  The winner received: bragging rights?    plus an 11X14 copy of the print, if desired.  I do not print and sell my own personal art work yet so this is rare for me.  There were SO many fun and great ideas but ultimately I went with the very talented:  Amy Hopp and her suggestion of:  An angel… 

Here is my “angel” work below….  there are 2 images in the series, winner may select one:

I took and edited these images this evening.  A big thanks to all who participated in the contest.   I love and am inspired by so much of  YOUR work !!!

Oh.. and if you are reading this as a Parent who really wants images like this of your kid(s)- send me a note!  I would love to book a Fantasy session with you.  And, if you are a photographer looking at this image who wonders how to create it, sign up for a lesson today!  I have 2 spots open next month.