Help me decide which image to submit!

I am submitting an image this year for consideration on one of the covers of Professional Photographer, published by the Professional Photographers of America, which I am a member of. These images will be judged on technical aspects as well as how well it will fit into a magazine layout. I originally had another image in mind, but since I just shot several amazing sessions over the past few weeks, I changed my mind. I am down to two possibilities. For you to sort of imagine what it may look like, I imposed a comparable title and feature article, which is typically the layout of the cover. Please comment and let me know which you like best and why!

Image #1, Baby Jack just out of the Tub!


Image #2, Baby Hailey's Lashes!


Thank you for your feedback!

Jessica and Matt are in love!

Baby Jack is One Year Old!

Baby Hailey is Nine Months Old!

Baby Abby is One Year Old!

Vogue Visions Photography featured in The Voice Tribune!

I shot Corinne and Cordell's wedding on December 20, 2008. The were married at the Cathedral of the Assumption and had their reception at The Pendennis Club. What a beautiful day!

Look for Vogue Visions Photography in the upcoming issue of Underwired Magazine!

Vogue Visions Photography and Underwired Magazine are partnering to promote lifestyle portraiture. Lifestyle portraiture is a unique way to capture the personalities and relationships of the ones you love. Utilizing natural lighting and a relaxed setting, your story is illustrated through photographs in timeless fashion. Whether maternity, baby or family, each lifestyle session takes advantage of the inherent beauty of the everyday settings in your home, back yard or favorite park. This enables the true qualities of your emotions for your loved ones to be expressed in a natural way.You won't find any phony posing here. Lifestyle portraiture is your story- genuine, sincere, heartfelt.

If you have never had the opportunity to pick up a free copy of the magazine, please do so! They are available at many locations around the Louisville area. Underwired is a wonderfully fun, woman-inspired read!

Heart-felt Client Testimonials

I recently asked a client to write a testimonial for a marketing piece I was creating and I was so moved by what she wrote, that I thought I would share it with you.

"Our photo session with Jessica was enjoyable and effortless. Obtaining a quality photo of small children is often frustrating and in the end it can have disappointing results especially in commercial studios. My family really enjoyed the time that we spent with Jessica- she was so friendly and really cared about our family dynamic. We were often unaware that our picture was even being taken! As a result I have amazing photos of my sons that capture that very special time in our lives beautifully. These photos are timeless and we will cherish them for years to come!"



Here is another: "Having Vogue Visions capture images of me and my "baby bump" when I was pregnant with my daughter Hailey was truly special. I look at the images and it takes me back to that very day when I was so excited and anxious for her to arrive into this world. It was an amazing experience and I'll always have those pictures that provide me with memories that I will always cherish. The professionalism and quality was exceptional and I plan on continuing with this tradition with my next pregnancy."

I am so thankful for the wonderful feedback I receive from my clients. I enjoy what I do for a living so much, that it never feels like work for me. I am so blessed that God gave me a talent that I can share with others, helping them keep special memories alive forever!

Volunteer Needed for Parents Behind the Lens Workshop!

I will be conducting a small workshop, Parents Behind the Lens, on Thursday, April 9th from 6:00-8:00 at the KIDS Center on Eastern Parkway. I need a volunteer to bring their child (or children) up to 5 years old for a live mini-shoot. We will bring toys or plan a small activity and allow the participants to practice what they have learned. If you volunteer for your kiddo(s) to be our subjects, I will make sure you get a disc of the images I take that night, as a special reward for you being so nice!

Please call me to talk about the details or if you know someone who may be interested, please forward this message to them!

My Love List

I started to jot down a "love list" this summer when I realized that there are so many things in this life that bring me great joy. Now, you may or may not be interested in knowing, but here is my love list. These are in no particular order, but the first three are the most important!

• My family
• The way Luke loves me!
• Photography
• 5 speed cars
• The feeling I get when I step on an airplane
• Facebook
• The sound of the ocean
• Chocolate
• Phil Collins (I know, say what you will...)
• Hawaii
• Red wine
• Dark beer (Bourbon Barrel Stout from BBC is my all-time fav)
• Emotional, heart-wrenching music
• Big windows
• Baby toes
• Dramatic lighting
• Garlic
• California Coast
• Liv, Ella and Signe kisses
• Great girlfriends
• The feeling of love in the air
• Helping other people
• Beer cheese & pretzels
• Acoustic guitar
• Growing pains (it means I’m growing!)
• A clean house
• The first warm day after winter
• 80’s music (especially Monster Ballads!)

Two Wonderful Years of Marriage!

Today is mine and Luke's two year anniversary. It doesn't seem like it has been that long, but we've come a long way since then. I am so thankful to have such a wonderful, loving husband. Honestly, I don't know what I did to deserve him, but he is the best thing that has ever happened to me. Today we will celebrate who we are as a couple, and the family that we are becoming!



To view our slideshow in full screen, go to: www.voguevisions.com/slideshows/JessicaLukeWedding

Nicki and Bobby's Wedding Shower and Engagements

I had the privilege of shooting Nicki and Bobby's wedding shower yesterday, then we braved the cold weather for a few minutes to get some fun shots with their puppy. I am so excited for their upcoming April wedding- it is going to be beautiful!