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Hello! Thanks for stopping by my Blog. This is a great place to view some of my latest work and get to know me a bit better. My photography services are much different than a typical "studio" experience; in fact, I don't work in a typical studio at all. To start with, I meet my clients at fun outdoor locations, help with wardrobe and styling ideas, and then spend hours "working my magic" by retouching each image with the latest computer editing software. These images are works of art that last a lifetime. They capture soul & personality; they are unique, beautiful and meant to be displayed on walls in your home....and your whole experience is STRESS FREE! Contact me today at (248) 465-1304 or jenlynnalder@aol.com to schedule your custom session. You will LOVE the results. Availability is limited.
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So, a couple of days ago I met up with a totally adorable little boy named Brandon. He brought his 12 week old puppy, Hiccup, along with him on the photo shoot. Awwwwwwwwww…. so cute, right?
I also took some of him alone in the beautiful nature setting:
I guess I never really noticed just how many holes were on the ground on these wooded trails. It kept him occupied for a long time, haha! He was searching for chipmunks. So sweet.
Mom gets all the credit for this smile… she was tossing the puppy up and down in the air behind me. LOL!!! I would say it was definitely worth the effort.
And I am going to finish this little preview with one from the garden. He LOVED hanging out in the garden- watching the butterflies and birds.
I am still working on many more adorable images from this session. They will be ready within the week!
Stay tuned for MORE upcoming previews. My WHIMSY workshop is this Sunday- if you want in, I can still register you. Send me a note at: jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook. Also, if you are local and looking for some AMAZING Senior Portraits, scroll down a couple of posts to check out a few fabulous specials- good until August 14th.
Enjoy the day! The weather is beautiful here and I will be hanging out with my nieces and nephews for the rest of the day + a sleepover. Wish me luck 
Summer is such a fabulous time of year to capture silhouettes at sunset. Last night we had a beautiful sky… and I was delighted to work with a beautiful young lady named Lilly. Have a look at just a little of our work together:
Yea…. she pretty much ROCKS.
I have been already getting messages asking if I do portrait sessions like this for families, kids, brides and models… the answer is YES. I would love to do them. You can even book a mini-silhouette session.
** Photographers- I am also able to teach this technique via an online lesson. If you would like to learn or book a session, send me a note: jenlynnalder@aol.com or on Facebook. I have a couple more silhouette sessions coming up later in the month. Stay tuned for more image previews!!
ALSO- My WHIMSY workshop is almost here. YAY! It will be held in the Novi/Northville area next Sunday, August 15th…. and will be loads of fun. We have an amazing group of models, stylists and kids lined up. Think bold color, energy and beauty. I do have a spot or two open- if you would like to register contact me ASAP. Cost is $450 (includes lunch) but I will take $100 off of your tuition if you mention code A100. I will be having another workshop on Saturday, October 9th themed: Autumn Love. Registration is now open for this one, too! I hope to see you there. 
Still running a great deal on Senior Portrait packages- check out the post below.
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh SENIORS!?! Are you ready for your best year of high school? I hope so, because its just about time to start. If you haven’t already, please take a moment to schedule a fabulous Senior Portrait experience with me. Read on for a special you can’t afford to miss out on. You can save $130 – $230 if you book your session by next Saturday.
MY sessions are unique, fun and exciting. You will look AMAZING in your images. You will take images in areas that reflect YOUR style (not in front of a cheesy backdrop), with your props and whomever you want to join you! Oh, and your images will be artistically retouched- free of charge! And…. today I am going to announce a special you won’t want to miss. Trust me… its a killer deal. Session spots will fill up fast, don’t wait.
If you mention the code: REPS003 from now until Saturday, August 14th ONLY you may:
- take $100 off any Senior Portrait Package ( currently ranging from $495 – $995 ) OR
- take $200 off the “Digital Days” Portrait Package (digital image files rather than prints- reg price $795)
- PLUS… Get a free 8 x 10 print when you book your session ($30 value!)
Don’t forget to mention the above girls (if you know them) so they get credit from me.
This offer is valid to all upcoming High School Seniors, for all local schools. Session date must take place prior to Sept 30th and package selection must be paid in full at time of booking via check, money order or paypal. No refunds. Limited availability- slots will be filled on a first come basis. Portrait sessions are held on location in the Novi/Northville/Farmington area. Note: Yes, Yearbook image can be taken (with blue or black background) and will be included on digital file free of charge with all package purchases. Some districts accept these images, but others require that you visit their studio of choice and pay a $25 fee for a yearbook only image. Please inquire for additional info.
Send me a note: jenlynnalder@aol.com, call (248) 465-1304 or drop me a note on Facebook.
Today is the last day of July? Seriously? Am I the only one feeling like this month FLEW by? Wow, pretty soon Summer will be over, right? Well, almost… I mean, we DO still have all of August to enjoy. And let me just say that my plans for August seriously excite me! I have a couple of evening silhouette sessions scheduled for next week that I have been wanting to do for what seems like forever. In addition, I will be photographing an adorable 2 year old with his puppy! Awwwww. Can’t wait. I have an artsy modeling session booked the second week of the month, and then….
My WHIMSY workshop will be here on Sunday, August 15th. YAY!! You can still register for this workshop. Children + adult models and a fab styling team will be present . Models will be beautiful, energetic and covered with fun bold color. Cost is normally $450, which includes lunch and all fees… but if you mention THIS post and register by August 5th, I will take $100 off your registration fee. Spots are limited in availability. Don’t miss out. This is going to be SO SO SO much fun.
And as promised, I owe you all a session sneak peek. Meet Angela- she is beautiful, huh? Loved working with her
Her eyes are really an amazing color… a dark greenish brown.
Such a beautiful young lady!
Some yellow for variety ….. and a beautiful woodsy setting (one of my favorite places to shoot!)
And wrapping this one up with a bit of an artsy image.
Angela- I am working on the rest of your images and will have them ready in a private slideshow on my web site in just a couple more days.
Thanks for stopping by everyone. Have a wonderful night. Drop by again real soon!
Hi Everyone! I am stopping in again this month to say Helloooooooooooooooo and to show you some of what I have been up to lately. This month has been filled with student lessons, self study and workshop preparation- along with a few fabulous clients. SO busy and SO much fun. But, every once in awhile, I like to make time for new things. Silhouette photography is something that I have done in the past but never really gave any thought or dedicated study to. I decided to research a little bit and see how they were supposed to “properly” be done. I was not completely prepared for a shoot but the sun was going down a few evenings ago… and my nephew + fiance were sorta near….. and one thing lead to another. They agreed to give me FIVE TO TEN minutes of their time. OK? LOL. Can you believe I, a photographer, am surrounded by people who love to do anything but get their photo taken? ha! Anyhow, the few minutes gave me inspiration and a little practice. Thanks boys- love you! Check out a few images from our short period of time together:
And this image was enhanced with texture and an image of another cloudy sky… it was “quick art.” I really enjoy silhouettes and have a couple of models lined up for next month to show you some of my “real” ideas. Stay tuned. I promise they will be worth your while. Oh, and, if you are an upcoming client…. feel free to suggest this option. I WOULD LOVE to shoot some silhouettes of your family. They are so much fun and result in such beautiful works of art. See?
OR, If you love the sunset but don’t care for silhouettes…. you could always have me take an image like the one shown below- taken on a different day, same hour. I absolutely love the mood in this sort of photography.
Next up on my list of Summer Stuff is my niece, Melanie. Yep, a muse of mine, of course. She is a busy girl but I was fortunate enough to get a visit last week. Here are a few quick snaps- it’s hard to believe she is ten years old already! whoa! And, what I am very excited about is that she will be participating in my next workshop… as a child model…for the first time ever. YAY!!! Its on August 15th right here in SE Michigan. I have a spot or two still open… and am very eager to include children this time around. If you would like to join us, please send a note to: jenlynnalder@aol.com. Its a workshop ideal for: Senior Portrait Photographers, Bridal Photographers, Engagement Photographers, Model Photographers, Children Photographers and anyone who like to add creative/artistic components to their photography portfolio. Parents/Hobbyists are encouraged to join us as well! thanks!
If anyone would like to join me at my next workshop- with KIDS AND ADULT MODELS- please send me a note: jenlynnalder@aol.com The participating talent is beyond AMAZING. We are seriously overloaded with a fabulous crew. I am SUPER excited about this one. The theme is WHIMSY- there will be beautiful faces, bold colors and energy all over the place…. you won’t want to miss this. Seriously. Don’t wait. Get in on this as soon as possible.
And…. awwww…… aren’t two year olds adorable ?
Thanks, Chelsey for a fun shoot!
In a day or two, I will post a couple more client previews. Stay tuned!
