Flash Jorgensen

It's getting there...

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There are still a few things to do... a few kinks to work out, but it's up! The new blog. The one that is more official and is a big step towards making everything cohesive (blog, website, and online galleries). Check it out, www.flashjorgensen.blogspot.com

More summer business...

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Just to make you aware... I'm working on my new blog and it will soon replace this one. I am excited to make things more cohesive yet separate at the same time. I never imagined two years ago when I took my first photography workshop that I'd be doing this professionally. So early on, without much thought I opted for "nubiephotos. blogspot" because I thought it would only ever be photos of my own "nubies" (a word used heavily in my household)! But here I am two years later, loving life, loving the photography journey and finding a new balance between my family life and photography life. I think I've found the perfect mix. So with that, having found myself once again (cause don't we do that on a routine basis?), I'm ready to make another step forward. I can't wait to share what I'm working on. In the meantime, because posts are always better with pictures, here's one of my kids. As I was going through my galleries today, I came across this untouched image. It got passed by as I have been uploading so many lately. This happened on Fathers Day! It was not posed or encouraged in any way! I love her little hand with painted red fingernails on top of his head!

Summer Business...

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I hope you're having as much as we are around here! Although it got off to a slow start, we're certainly enjoying the high life of summer fun!

Now onto a little business info...

1st... I'm selling my Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT (black) along with it's kit lens (EF-S 18-55mm) and a lens I bought later the 50mm 1.8. I used this for less than a year and got some amazing images. I will share some and give you many more details in an entire post. I just wanted to let you know in case you or someone you know might be interested. Please call or email me. Price for total package is $425, in EXCELLENT condition.

2nd... I wanted to offer the first 3 people who schedule their individual or family session with me a discount. It's time to start thinking, planning and executing your plan to have a family picture taken this year. If you're like me, you're wrapped up in the middle of fun, summer activities, family reunions, parties, BBQ's (oh how I love summer) etc, etc and in the blink of an eye, you'll be rushing to pull it together in time for school to start. Just as you get into the routine of going back to school it will dawn on you that Thanksgiving and Christmas are weeks away and you haven't had your family picture taken yet. Although, so much of my life is pulling it together at the last minute, I enjoy it so much more when it's planned out... especially my family pictures. It makes it less painful and can even be a memorable experience if it's planned ahead of time. Wouldn't you like to send out a recent family picture with your Christmas cards this year? Okay so here's the deal-lee-O... first booking... 25% off, second 20% off and third 15% off the regular price. Plus, I'll throw in your CD for free. Please call or email me.

Background...

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I bought this new background months ago, but have never used it. I know, it's not the time of year to be taking pictures inside, but oh well. I think it's adorable for little girls. What do you think?

I know, I know...

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I'm a slacker. I've taken tons of pictures and I haven't had a second to sit down and actually post any. Summertime kinda does that to me. I can't seem to sit still. I have a project list, a to-do list, a chore list and a list of fun things to do with my kids all going on at once. So, while I have two seconds, let me share a few. This first one is a new absolute favorite of mine. It makes me smile!

Getting ready...

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for me... it's summer!

But, for her... it's her WEDDING!

Before our trip, I had the chance to go and capture this gorgeous bride getting ready for her big day! It was a perfect May day and she was so calm and relaxed. She looked absolutely beautiful. Some of my favorite "getting ready" pictures came from this shoot. Here is the first picture I took when I arrived and I think it's kinda sexy! I'll share more later, but for now...

Attention boys: she's only TWELVE!

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I KNOW, can you believe it? She really is only twelve. She has had to grow up with adult siblings, so I think that has had a major affect on her in a way that she's always acted older than she really is. She's beautiful though, don't you think? I'm a bit biased because she is my baby sister! Here are a few favorites from the other night. She brought her cute friend with her so there are a few of her too.

I'm off for the rest of the week... headed to New York City. We're going to a Yankees game and to see WICKED! I can't wait. Each year my husband has the ability to earn an all expense paid trip where they let us play a little and then they have their company awards dinner. This year the trip is to New York City, and I couldn't be more excited. I hope to return with some great images of the city! The last time I was there was on 11-11-01, just two months after 9-11. I got to see the city in complete devastation. I saw ground zero while it was still smokey and extremely smelly. Those images are forever in my mind. I hope to replace them with a happier sense of New York.

What a fun little family...

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These guys were great! Little B was hilarious and would make the most outrageous faces and was quite the little diva. She had NO PROBLEM with me taking her picture. She would have let me go on for hours I'm sure. It had not been one of my best days, so I am grateful for them. They made ME smile and my night ended on a good note. It was exactly what I needed! Thanks for a fun Saturday guys!

A few others of the bride Miss Lacey!

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She is FAB-U-LOSO! She really is. She and her mother run the Up With Kids program in this state. Talk about an A-MAZING program. Last year my little Sky participated in a week summer camp and then performed at Raging Waters. She loved IT so much and Miss. Lacey and Mrs. Nancy SO much that I had to enroll her during the school year. I was thrilled to find out that Mrs. Nancy (the mom) ran the West Jordan program. It could not have been any better. I went to one of their two performances yesterday. I was so impressed. The play was super cute, the songs, the writing and that was totally entertaining! I have sat through a few of my little Sky's dance performances, and those have been brutal. This though was fun and my two little ones even enjoyed it. Miss Lacey you are a doll and we love you. We are so excited you and wish you the best!

Moms and Teacher Gift ideas...

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Having trouble deciding on what to get your Mom for Mothers Day?

I have a great idea... purhcase a gift certificate from Flash Jorgensen.

She will LOVE the ability to have pictures taken of her family, children or maybe just of herself.

Purchase a gift certificate and receive 10% off the regular price of a session.

Or maybe you just want to show your love for her any day...

And for those amazing teachers...
Have your classmates chip in ($10 each maybe) and you can show your teacher how great they are.
Also 10% off of the regular session price.

Miss Lacey, Sneak Peek!

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My own models...

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To hear the story behind these pictures, click here. Otherwise just enjoy. These are my own (little models now)... the ones that got me started taking so many pictures. I love their sweet faces and wish they'd never grow up!

With Rapture Workshop

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ago, I had the opportunity to attend a workshop put on by Brooke Kinsey. She is known for her enthralling, passionate images of couples and brides. She has a natural talent for creating images that "dance" with the way she poses her models. I wanted to improve in this area, and where else should I go to learn, but from the best! I had a fabulous time learning from her and understanding how she makes it work. Here are a few of my favorite images from the day.

Happy Spring!

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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!

Just to make you aware, the month of May is officially booked. I only have one opening available this month (April), so if you were interested in Spring pictures, let me know right away. I will only be booking up to two clients each month throughout the rest of the year so, I recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.

Happy Spring!

A few more...

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There's a first for everything!

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This is their first ever family picture, and I had the honor of taking them. If only you could have seen the final product, a 20x30 print on metallic paper! I'm sorry to brag, but it really did look amazing! :)

Just a sneak peak, I'll post more later... for now aren't they a beautiful bunch?

February: the month of LOVE!

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And just to let you know... I am out of here! I am headed out for our yearly family vacation to California. I won't be back until Monday March 8th, so if I don't reply to your email, that would be why. I will be completely cut off from the internet (it's so relaxing you should try it), but if you need something don't hesitate to call and leave me a message. I will return your call.

Now for a few images from this weekend. I *LOVE* this couple...

A few favorites girls!

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My girls: Indoor Photo shoot

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I got my girls Persnickety outfits for Christmas. I had to take a few pictures before they actually wore them, right? I'm so glad I did. I *LOVE* them! I normally go for the big, gigantic smiles, but this time the subtle smile, made me go crazy. Of course, I got some of them smiling from ear to ear and I love them too.

I know it's not even Valentines Day, but before you know it... it will be Easter. I know so many of you have said, "once the weather warms up..." It's just about that time, so please, if you're interested in pictures let me know as soon as possible. My Spring and Summertime days fill up quickly with sessions and all the activities that go along with warmer weather!

I will continue to do Mini Sessions (available only on Tuesdays or Thursdays during the school year).

Valentines Day is just around the corner.

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These are the two poses. And as you saw above you can either stick a sucker in the fist, or a candy heart in their hands to make it the most adorable Valentines Day card ever!

SLC Temple Wedding

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And here are a couple of examples of pictures I'm able to get when I'm the second shooter at a wedding. My dear friend Suzanne (Lookie Loo) and I work so well together at weddings. We are able to capture the WHOLE thing, front to back, inside and out. While she is getting a posed shot, I'm able to find another angle and be creative and vice-versa.

While they were inside...

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getting married, I walked around and took pictures of the Temple. I want them to know what it looked like while they were inside.

Happy New Year!

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To all my wonderful clients.
Posting to come. I have some family pictures to share and on Saturday, Suzanne and I shot another wedding. Fun stuff coming soon!

My friend!

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Last night I went to work on editing some of these. I LOVED this one and had to put it up today. I'll get to more of the family ones later. But for now, isn't she HOT? Thank you for giving into my demand to do family pictures NOW and not wait another day, week or month! You are so gorgeous and I love you Suzanne. Seriously, what would I have done without you this past year. You're the bestest!!!

The day after Thanksgiving...

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wasn't about shopping. I did a little online at 12:01am, but then went to bed and we slept in. Later that day I met this darling family. It was a beautiful day and what a gorgeous location!!! I wish this was MY backyard!

High Five!

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High five, way to go...

Kin, YOU WON! Please pick someone you'd like to give a free photo shoot to. This can be for anyone you'd like, friend or family. Then please email me (mystepha@comcast.net) your address so I can send you the certificate for you to give them for Christmas.

Then because I thought it was an amazing idea by my sister Wendy, I am going to do as she suggested and donate my time to the Odyssey House. I'm sure those that live there have never had professional pictures done and yet it would help them in their progression to have something like this. I know a couple of my photography friends are on board to go do this with me, but if there are any others who would like a chance to "give back" just let me know.

Last day...

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I am really excited about my give away (a free family photo shoot). If you didn't see the post, please leave me a comment for a chance to win a free photo shoot for someone you love. Rather than searching endlessly for the perfect gift, only to find that there isn't one, give them a family photo shoot for Christmas! They'll love it! The winner will be announced tomorrow Thanksgiving Day morning! So go comment!!!!

365 day challenge...

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I've taken on the 365 challenge, to post a picture every single day. I am extremely excited. I'm a bit scared to take on such a challenge, but I'm anxious to get going. I have so many thoughts running through my head. It's helping me be more creative and to think about the little things in my every day life. This is good. The thing that will push me is the end result. I can't wait to have a book of all these pictures, a picture journal of my life over this next year. Time flies by so quickly, it's the best way for me to keep track of my real life and then have a way to remember it all. I haven't decided if this will be just pictures or if I'll feel the need to add some comments along with it. Maybe it will be a bit of both. In any case, it will be me.
My life in progress...

What's inspired me? My first teacher Carin Davis, her decision to do this and the link to this post. If you'd like to follow this challenge, please visit... www.stephajorgensen.blogspot.com
Or maybe you'd like to take on the same challenge, if so, I'd love to know about it.

Fall turns to Winter...

It's that time of year...

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The time for GIVING! Everyone loves to give and even to receive a gift. With Thanksgiving around the corner and Christmas soon after that, I thought I'd tie the two together. Here is your chance to GIVE a gift for CHRISTMAS. I am GIVING away a free family photo shoot to someone you love. Please leave a comment either describing something you or someone else you know has done for someone. I always love to hear stories of those that give and donate. I'm always touched and inspired to do more, give more, be more gracious and helpful. I specifically read blogs of those that are these incredible people all the time, to help remind me and to give me ideas on how I can help. I want to be a good example to my children and to teach them the blessing that come from giving. Please leave the comment by Sunday November 22nd at midnight. I will draw a name and reveal the winner on Thanksgiving morning. The winner will receive the chance to give someone they love a free family photo shoot with me.

Now for something I am truly THANKFUL for. My dear friend Suzanne! She was so kind to come take our family pictures this year! I love her for all that she has done for me, helped me through and taught me. This has been a fun year for us! I'm excited for our little trip we as couples are taking this weekend to Vegas. Expect to see lots of pictures from the two of us.

A LONG time friend!

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We've known each other for 12 years or so and I'm so glad we've remained such great friends. I love her and look forward to her phone calls. Our lives are so similar. We always seem to share similar frustrations, and struggles with everyday life and between the two of us one of us has seen an Oprah or heard some great advice to share and help the other. And no matter how long between phone calls or play dates, it's always the same. This weekend we battled the chilly, Autumn air and tried for that ever so desired family picture to put on this years Christmas card. It was chilly and the kids were not excited to be there, to say the least. It was a tough go. BUT...we managed and with the ever so inspired idea to throw the toy horse into the air and watch him fall to his death over and over, we got some smiles. This is my favorite! If you know me, you know I love candid more than anything.

They don't get cuter than this!

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And I seriously believe this! I would steal these little girls just so I could take their picture all the time. They are so stinkin' adorable! Remember the cookie picture? And the little girl squishing her sisters cheeks, well here she is again. I am so glad I was asked to take their family pictures. I had so much fun and it was like Christmas for me going through ALL their adorable pictures! I oohed and awed through the hundreds of pictures I took of them! Thanks J family, you guys were AWESOME to hang out with!

My own little guy!

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Life has been a little busy, but thank goodness for my friend Suzanne who realized it's been over a month since my little guy turned 4 and that I hadn't done 4 year old pictures of him. So, with a follow up phone call to make sure we were going to go do pictures, we were off. I had to do some major convincing to get him to go, but well... it was worth it. And like any 4 year old boy, it came with some convincing the whole time we were out. I figured out the best method for getting him to work with me was to ask him to take let me take three pictures that I wanted and then he could do whatever he wanted for three more. His choices were the jumping and climbing, and guess what... those are some of my favorites! It's him being the total boy that he is. I love it!

A cute little family of four...

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J+K=Absolute Love

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These two were so into each other. They were constantly "in the moment" and you could just feel their genuine love for each other. WOW! Here are just a couple favorites...

Brotherly love...

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Brothers... the dad of this family knows that it's great to have a brother, he's got 6 of them.

I love how as he grabs his wife's butt she stands there smiling as if nothing is going on. She wanted a nice, couple shot she could hang on her wall. He wasn't as concerned about that obviously.

A different perspective...

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Sorry, for the lack of posts. I've been CRAZY busy and wish somehow I could push a pause button of some sort. Maybe in the next life?

My husband and I had the chance to go to his bosses wedding at Tuscany. I got to be the guest this time and NOT the photographer. But like I could go without my camera, are you nuts? I took it, along with some pictures that came from a completely different perspective... the guest perspective. 90% of my shots were taken FROM MY SEAT. I love it.

Taken while in my seat...

She sat in front of me during the ceremony...

All from my seat...

The moment he saw her...

I sat at table #13 and took these while sitting there...

His boss with his plate of food...

And then I got up and took a few... (you'll notice they're looking at the photographer, not me).

Back at my seat I captured her with her grandpa...

And lastly my favorites...
For the ring picture, I kindly asked "the photographer" if he'd be kind enough to go get them so I could take one of their rings. He was a nice guy.

A sneak peak of what's to come...

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Their wedding day was fabulous. It was at the Mt. Timp Temple (we've never shot there before so that was fun) and their reception was in the most magical back yard... a creek, a bridge, and even little light posts. It was like a park, rather than a backyard. Here's one of them on the bridge AT THE RECEPTION... who would have guessed. There's tons to still go through but I thought I'd share this really quick.

Gorgeous bride!

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Friday was the big day, so I can post these now. It's always fun for me to meet the families that shaped the bride and groom. Yesterday was no different and no surprise. She comes from an amazing family and she's marrying one equally as great! It was a fun day for me and Suzanne. Our wedding pictures to come soon, but for now... her bridals.

What a stud!

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He seems so tough, but to be around him he's so quiet and gentle. It was a fun shoot and something a little different. Good luck in NYC!

She's as sweet as she is gorgeous!

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My sister in law is trying out to be a Phoenix Suns cheerleader this coming weekend. She needed a head shot to use and turn in. Lucky for me, she had to make a quick trip up to Utah. For the five seconds that she was in town I was able to take some for her. She's so beautiful and fun, I could have taken pictures of her all day, but we only had a few minutes. Thus, I had to stick to strictly head shots. Between her, my mom and my sister we narrowed it down to these for her to choose from...

Best of luck to you! We're rooting for you!

A year old already?

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She's a little doll baby and growing up so fast! The boys are going to love to gaze into her gorgeous blue eyes when she's older (sorry Sadie, it's true). Here are a few of my favorites!

My own...

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She's likes getting her picture taken. She likes when I show her the image after I take it. She likes to pose. She's only two! This is her latest pose and all on her own! Where did she learn to do this? Can you say adorable!

Can you tell...

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I had a hard time choosing my favorite. I usually don't have such a hard time picking a favorite or two, but this time I struggled getting it down to 13. He's just so stinkin' cute. I could have taken pictures of him all day. Which is your favorite?

Remember the maternity pictures of my sister in law in the field? This is her little guy, which makes him my newest little nephew (2 weeks old). So glad he's here safe and doing well. I LOVED holding him and wish there was some way of having kids without going through pregnancy. If it were possible, I think I'd have 20. Isn't he precious!

Photowalking Event (Jordan River Parkway location)

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There were two walks I took part in on Saturday; the first was downtown SLC and the second was at the Jordan River Parkway. I'm not always super inspired or creative when it comes to nature pictures. Like I said before, I'm drawn to people and for good reason. But, I thought I'd share my favorite flower picture and what I did with it. I think it turned out pretty cool...

After some basic editing...

Played with it a little...

And finally...

I think each has it's own feel and I love it.

Worldwide Photowalking Event

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Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to "walk" with some of the greatest photographers in Utah. It was a Worldwide Photowalking day, where over 30,000 photographers worldwide set out together in their own cities to walk (and take pictures of course). It was a hot, miserable day, but fun none the less. I always enjoy the time I'm able to spend with my fellow photographer friends and I ALWAYS learn something new. I didn't take a whole lot of pictures, I was there to watch and learn mostly. Suzannes neice came along with us and I being drawn to take pictures of people more than buildings or nature had her model for a few. As you can see, she's a gorgeous girl and as sweet as the come! I love her!

To view the rest from my walk click here.

Engaged!

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They are amazingly giddy! They wouldn't stop looking at each other and smiling. It was as if Suzanne and I weren't even there. When I got home and went through the pictures there were very few of them looking at the camera. So cute! A few faves...

I couldn't resist...

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I don't think she could either... Check out that pile of cookies, not just one, but THREE all at once! They were delicious cookies for sure (my sister makes amazing chocolate chip cookies). This was just too irresistible to pass up.

Long time no see...

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in more ways than one.
I haven't posted in a bit, but not because I haven't been busy. Summer has started (finally) and I have really been enjoying getting ouside with the kids and going to the pool.
Last week, I had the opportunity to shoot a bridal shower... a unique situation. My sister and I grew up in California. We had wonderful, wonderful friends. Thanks to FB we've each gotten in touch with some of those friends that we grew up with. My sister, threw a bridal shower for one of those friends and asked me to come shoot it. It was a small bridal shower, but full of fun getting to see old friends. My sister managed to find a way to get them all there, even from out of state. I couldn't have had more fun sitting back and watching girls I hadn't seen in 15 years... long time no see. And it was like old times, fun and full of laughter! These girls reminded me of their moms, that as a young woman I watched and admired. Now these girls are another version of these amazing moms. Thanks girls for letting me "tag along."

The bride to be...

The group of friends...

Nothing like good food to go with good friends...

And for their kids who stole the show...

The rest of the family...

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Later that day we gathered up the rest of the family and did some more pictures... Isn't my sister gorgeous? And her children... beautiful, don't you think? I think so. I love them like they're my own. They're all such sweethearts for kids! They're also excellent examples and great friends to my kids. I am a lucky Aunt Stepha!

Gorgeous little Niece of mine!

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Yesterday I met up with my sister and we took a few of her baby girl. She turned one last month so she wanted some 1 year old pictures of her. At first we tried in the studio but the natural light was muted because of all the clouds, so we decided to go outside, but would you know it the sun started shinning right down on us. We could see that the entire valley was covered by great clouds, except for where were were at! So back to the studio we went. Oh well, here's one that I love! The sun shinning right on her beautiful little face and bright blue eyes.

Eureka!

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Last weekend, I was invited to come along on a "Mini Photowalk" to Eureka, UT. What an incredible (kinda) ghost town. Apparently, this town used to be as big as Park City. It thrived on Gold and when the gold mining ran out, the town died with it. It's got some incredible little, old shops that seem to be the main street of town. It's so sad to see, but it appeared as though they may be trying to bring it back to life. There was so much there, and so many great places to take pictures. It's a gold mine in the fact that there are SO many cool places to shoot. I could have spent the WHOLE day there. I know we'll go back, it's just so cool there. Here are a few faves...

With or without texture... either way she's gorgeous.

My friend!

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My darling friend Andrea is so great to me. I was in desperate need of a babysitter the weekend I went up to Idaho to shoot a wedding. She stepped in and offered which I thought was so sweet of her. She said to me, "That's what friends are for." Thank you Andrea, you have no idea how much that meant to me. Nothing better than good friends in life! What would we do without them? Here are a few of her looking super fab! Don't ya think?

4 weeks to go...

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This past week, I had to opportunity to go out and photograph my gorgeous sister in law. She's due this month with baby #2. I think she looks amazing. I have never looked this good the last month of pregnancy with any of my three. I'm so jealous.

Okay so here's a few more like I promised...

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My little girl as happy as can be... I love this kid!!!

Matilda Jane Clothing...

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I am so stinkin' excited right now! I am a major fan of Matilda Jane Clothing and think my kids look so ADORABLE in every piece I've ever gotten. They are just the cutest clothes in the whole world. Today, I received one awesome compliment when I found that the latest blog header on the Matilda Jane blog is not only my daughter, but a picture I took of her. To view click here. It means the world because not only is she amazingly creative, she is a photographer herself. So this comes as a major compliment to me.

Oh my goodness!!!!

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I just HAD to throw this up immediately, more to come tomorrow when I have a chance to edit the rest from today! It was a spur of the moment thing... on the way home from the gym "B" was being ABSOLUTELY adorable laughing in the car, giggling at the silliest things and making me smile. I decided (since my MJ raspberry ruffles came today) to run home throw her MJ outfit on and take her out for pictures. I told "S" and "J" to grab their cameras (Fisher Price) and let's go do a photo shoot of "B". They were all for it. So, the three of us, cameras in hand headed out the door. I could not have asked for better. The smiles and giggling continued and I captured some of her biggest smiles EVER today! I'm so glad. She is one happy kid and I love her beautiful smile. Here's just one of many more I'll post tomorrow. I've got to run out the door to do another photo shoot....

Scott and Victoria...

2009-06-02T12:26:00.000-06:00

Suzanne and I had the opportunity to shoot this darling couple last Friday. The family was fabulous... SO FUN! I really enjoy hanging out and meeting so many great people that day. Weddings are great, everyone is so upbeat, happy, silly even on wedding days. It makes it so much fun. Makes me smile behind the camera to watch and capture them in the moment. Here are a few faves...

The boys!

2009-05-26T22:32:00.001-06:00

Suzanne and I are always taking pictures, today it was of our boys! Aren't they handsome!

My own sweet model turned TWO!

2009-05-24T19:07:00.000-06:00

My BABY (where'd she go?) turned two this week. Here are some of my favorites that I took of her on her actual birthday!

One GREAT (big) family!

2009-05-22T09:23:00.000-06:00

This family is FABULOUS! They were so gracious and fun, they burst with personality. Anyone that knows this family must just absolutely love them. I had the greatest time with them. Here are a few... I still have the other half of the pictures to go through and edit. It's been a busy week with my little ones birthday, but I'll get through the rest soon. Thanks guys you were the best!

It was the perfect day!

2009-05-15T16:39:00.000-06:00

We did it, Suzanne and I shot our first wedding together in Idaho. It was so much fun but only because our dear friend Randi came along. She flew down from Idaho just to jump in the car and ride up with us and help assist us along the way. It would not have been as fun or easy without her. She is such a great friend of ours and the three of us together share a lot (even boys we've kissed) so it was fun to be able to hang out. She helped us with our camera gear, made sure the bride looked perfect and because she knew the town she helped us get around from place to place. We're so lucky she wanted to join in the fun. The day of the wedding was perfect, overcast but not too terribly dark. We lucked out in the way that it didn't rain hard until the next day, the day of the reception. It was a great weekend for us. We enjoyed the newlywed couple and their families so much we have our fingers crossed that when D's sisters decide to get married, they call us to shoot their wedding.

Saying goodbye...

2009-05-14T11:56:00.000-06:00

to the most beautiful place I've ever been. These two images are pictures I took on the way to the airport to fly home. As we drove along the shore we stopped a couple of times so I could jump out and capture absolute beauty! The sun was setting and there was a rainbow. It was hard to leave. The colors there are so vibrant and breathtaking, I can see why it's called paradise. I hope to go back again one day! To see other images from my trip go to my online gallery.

Now back to reality. I've got a lot to edit... a wedding and an extended family shoot.

Last The Winter

2009-05-05T10:28:00.000-06:00

Before I take off for Hawaii, I wanted to leave you with something cool. I had the opportunity to photography these guys, their band and them rocking out. It was a lot of fun and something totally new and different. I felt completely out of place at the concert and my ears rang after, but I'm still glad I was able to go and get some of these great images!

They're cool guys...

They're good friends...

They're in a band...

They rock!

Tomorrow's the big day...

2009-04-30T10:22:00.000-06:00

For our gorgeous bride and for Suzanne and I. We are doing our first wedding together up in Idaho. It's going to be so much fun. Not only will we get to shoot this gorgeous bride and her new hubby, but we'll have a little time to just hang out as friends and enjoy being away from the kids for a couple days. I'm definitely looking forward to it!
Now for the bride to be... isn't she beautiful! Suzanne and I love working together. We make the perfect team. And our brides benefit by getting ALL the angles and lots of amazing pictures to choose from. Here are a few from her bridals the other night...
(The first two... have my new found favorite texture)

Beautiful bride to be!

2009-04-25T12:15:00.000-06:00

She's getting married today! Suzanne and I did her bridals downtown a bit ago, but promised we wouldn't post anything until she was married. She didn't want her soon to be husband to see her in her dress until the big day! So, now that I'm safe here are a few favorites...

We invited our friend David Terry to come along. I'm so glad he came, he was a huge support and it was awesome to watch and listen to him. He's become a great friend. I'm so glad it was he that shot my brothers wedding cause where would I be (photography wise) without him? Thanks for all your help, tips and friendship DT!!! You're amazing!

Then there's this...

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Can you believe her dark, gorgeous eyelashes? Her Grandpa said it earlier, "Just wait until she's 18!" She's a one beautiful little girl!

Precious little face!

2009-04-20T17:26:00.000-06:00

Today's mini shoot brought me this gorgeous little face. She wasn't so sure she wanted her picture taken, but what 19 month old does. After her being completely unsure of who I was and what I was trying to get her to do, I brought out the beads. Look at those bright, beautiful eyes!

Okay here's one....

2009-04-20T10:27:00.001-06:00

I should be jumping in the shower as I have to run out the door in less than an hour, but I couldn't resist putting this one up real quick... She wasn't so sure at first. I told her to hold on and swing. She looked at her mom and dad like, "really? I don't think so you crazy lady with a camera." But then she did it and didn't want to stop. Look at this adorable face! NUBIE!

The Red and White Team!

2009-04-20T10:09:00.000-06:00

Meet some true blue, I mean just true Ute fans! Red runs through their veins. Aren't they a great group? I enjoyed spending time with them this weekend. More to come. I'm a sucker for the kids and I can't wait to show off some of their adorable faces!

The best server in town!

2009-04-12T20:53:00.001-06:00

All because the Jorgensen family decided to go to Red Robin...
One night, with a $5 off a purchase of $20 or more coupon we decided to take our family to the Red Robin out at The District in South Jordan. We happened to get this darling server who did an amazing job. I'm sure you'd all agree that great servers are hard to come by these days. We talked about how great she was the whole way home that night. So the next time that coupon came in the mail we thought, "Let's go and ask for the server we had last time. What was her name... Hillary I think." So off we went, requesting her service. There she was and we were happy to see her. She did an even more amazing job that second time. So, we continued to go back, time and time again. Not because I LOVE the food, trust me there are a million other places I'd choose to go, but because we love Hillary. She would see us arrive and run and get our table ready with hot fries, fry sauce, waters and chocolate milks for the kids. It made it an easy night out with three little ones every time. She is amazing.
Here is her darling little family.
My favorite part of the shoot was listening to her little girl sing the theme song to Phineas and Ferb. What a doll and her little voice, priceless!

We call her "Aunt Jill"

2009-04-10T09:30:00.000-06:00

She is one of the sweetest ladies I know!!! We know her cause she works with Neils and we love her because she treats us and the kids like we are her own kids and grandkids. When I take the kids up to visit dad at work, we have to stop by and see Jill and she's always ready to take a picture of us. She's just so cute that way. This past Christmas she bought Christmas jammies for the kids, just because. She's just so kind and thoughtful and an absolute doll! Her OWN grandkids are so lucky. This week she took a week off of work to spend with her granddaughter that came to visit from California. Aren't they cute!

On the beach...

2009-04-06T16:37:00.000-06:00

While in sunny California I had the chance to meet my friend and partner in crime, Suzanne at Seal Beach to do their family pictures! I took them with her camera so she could take them home and edit them herself, and she has. So head on over to her blog to check them out. Doesn't she have one darling family?

This is one I took with my camera. I love little hands, so innocent! I love her little pile of sea shells.

It was the best 10 days ever!

2009-04-03T18:24:00.000-06:00

If only I could go on a ten day vacation every month!
I'm back and having a great time going through the pictures I took while in California with my family. We had an absolute BLAST while we were there! So, if you are interested in my family life... click on over to my family blog. That is where I'll post those pictures. www.jorgensennubies.blogspot.com
Otherwise hold on for a few days. I do have several client sessions coming up this month! Crossing my fingers the weather brightens up so we can do them outdoors!!!

FYI...

2009-03-18T17:53:00.000-06:00

I will be leaving first thing tomorrow morning on a trip with my family to California. This means I will not have internet, or email for ten days. As easily as it would be to get access or check email and respond to everyone while on my trip, I am taking a vacation from it all! I want to focus completely on my family, having fun and creating life long memories. I will be back on Monday March 30th to answer any questions and respond to emails. If it is something urgent, feel free to contact me by phone but understand you may most likely have to leave me a voicemail. Thanks for your understanding.

Second... just a side note, since I'm leaving an FYI post. FYI... I added some wedding pictures to the original post. Be sure to check them out as they were added and not put up as a new post so you may not have seen them. It was fun and I can't wait for our next wedding on May 1st!!!

I love you all and appreciate all your comments and support in this adventure of photography! It's so much fun. Can't wait to get back and show off some Disneyland and Beach photos!!! I know, I know... don't be jealous. I'm glad it's my turn to take a family trip. It's going to be a much needed vacation from the regular routine of life.

I love little surprises!

2009-03-11T20:49:00.000-06:00

I might end up with five wedding posts by the time I'm done editing. I have no patience when it comes to things like this. I get so anxious, I want to post it right away!
I didn't notice at the time I took the pictures, but it's pretty cool that it's there... Can you see what I'm talking about? Look in the window's reflection. There He is, Christ standing there with open arms and what appears to be standing on the mountain top. SO COOL!!

Worth the wait!

2009-03-11T18:04:00.000-06:00

It's been killing me to wait this long to post my first wedding photos! I had to upgrade my Lightroom so that I could import the photos in RAW format. My Lightroom 1.4 wasn't reading the RAW format from the Nikon camera. Now I've upgraded and can import and I'm excited to start using the new features of 2.3. So here's one image with many more to come! I had to hurry and put something up so those that knew I did a wedding weren't left wondering if I blew it and that's why there were no images. No worries, they're on their way!

Visiting from California!

2009-03-09T00:01:00.000-06:00

My husbands oldest brother brought his family to visit for the weekend. We had lots of fun with them while they were here and now can't wait to go visit California and stay with them in a week and a half. We enjoyed Friday night together at the University of Utah gymnastic's meet and then went to Red Robin afterwards for dinner. It was pretty exciting when the team walked into Red Robin just as we were finishing our dinner. Miss "S" was able to go and get her poster signed by 7 of the gymnasts! I'm so glad you guys came to visit! We enjoyed your company and Sky couldn't have wanted anything more than the fabulous sleep over with Miss "S"! We love you guys!

Dancin Diva

2009-02-24T23:44:00.000-07:00

Sky's little friend from dance class came over today before class. We had fun taking a few pictures and then it was off to dance. Doesn't she have beautiful brown eyes?

Little one...

2009-02-20T13:28:00.000-07:00

The nubie little belly bump is just beginning at 21 weeks. We wanted to capture her cute belly and it's going to be fun to watch it grow. She doesn't even look pregnant at most angles, actually EVERY angle unless she purposely sticks her belly out. But here are a few more of this glowing, gorgeous, lady. IT'S A BOY!!!

"More on the way!"

2009-02-19T16:14:00.000-07:00

This is just a sneak peak but there's more to come!

You're one cute prego lady!

The "B" Family!

2009-02-17T17:52:00.000-07:00

These kids are the most smiley kids I have EVER seen. It's pretty crazy that the pictures I'm posting are ones of them not smiling or not smiling their BIG, HUGE SMILES! I had to beg them NOT to smile every once in awhile so I could get some of their sweet, beautiful faces. Their smiles just come naturally. And why wouldn't they smile when they have some of the most amazing parents. I truly admire them and look up to them as people and as parents.

A few more favorites of Miss "A"

2009-02-11T09:21:00.000-07:00

NUBIE!!!!

2009-02-09T17:21:00.000-07:00

People that know me, know that when I see the cutest kid or something that is so irresistible I say words like "NUBIE!" or "What a SQUISH!" This was one of those days. The nurse for my kids at our pediatricians office just has her first baby. She's a NUBIE!!! I hadn't seen her yet, so I asked if I could take pictures of her (my way to make sure I got to see this adorable little one in person). So today, she came over and we had fun. And what a SQUISH! I had to stop half way through the shoot, hold her and squish her little face against mine. I couldn't resist! I'm sure you can see why. And no, it's not because I'm baby hungry, it's because, well... look at her!

As I was going through the pictures I stopped, edited this one and had to put it up immediately!

Brotherly love!

2009-02-06T13:06:00.000-07:00

I LOVE that Carin gives us a challenge each month to be creative and look to capture something different. This month she asked us to capture love. Of course, it's February so it makes sense. There are so many things I LOVE in this life, but one thing that gets me is when my kids hug and kiss each other. It makes me melt every time! My little "B" is at the stage now where she gives hugs and kisses all the time and she blows kisses to anyone she's saying bye to. It's fun and I LOVE it! So here's a recent shoot, one image I failed to share earlier, but I think it shows how much big brother LOVES his little brother! He seems so protective of him as well.

Meet the boys...

2009-02-04T16:27:00.000-07:00

So here they are, GQ Mag is going to be knocking on their door in several years! They have the looks and the charm! They are sweetheart boys for sure. Thanks "A" for coming over so we could visit and take a few pictures of the boys! It was so good to see you again! I hate that you live so far away! Have a safe trip back to Michigan!

It always happens this way...

2009-02-03T22:02:00.000-07:00

Just before doing a shoot today, my little "B" found a hat and put it on. She was ready to model. It's only when I'm not planning on it or really trying to get pictures of her, that she jumps up on the chair all cute, ready and waiting for me to click away. So, I had to share the few "test shots" I did before the cute little "D" family came along.

So it was a fabulous afternoon. You'll see why (hopefully tomorrow) when I post some of these boys. My friend of at least 11 years was in town visiting from Michigan. She is a doll and I love her to death. She has some dolls for boys too...totally cute, photogenic, soon to be heart-throbs. I always try and have lunch with her when she comes to town (it's hard to squeeze in time when she has TONS of family here), but this time I insisted she come over so we could get some cute pictures of her boys. Let's just say it will be a day or two to go through the 100 favorites I have so I can post a couple for you to see.

My gorgeous sister!

2009-01-30T16:55:00.000-07:00

So, I've been nagging my sister to let me have 45 minutes out of her SUPER busy schedule to take pictures of her and her little "M." Today was the day...

Photowalking Utah, Cactus and Tropicals.

2009-01-28T12:18:00.000-07:00

Saturday, I got to meet up with my fun Photography group at Cactus and Tropicals. There we took pictures of flowers and plants. I tried for a different approach. I wanted to capture things others might not notice or photograph as much as the flowers. A few from my perspective...

Eyebrows...

2009-01-28T11:24:00.000-07:00

It seems all three of my kids are expressive with their eyebrows. They get it from their daddy! He can wiggle his eyebrows and twirl his eyes! He's got some fancy eye tricks he can do and he's passed it on down. Check them out!

Thanks Suzanne!

2009-01-26T18:33:00.000-07:00

This is another reason (I have a million) why I love Suzanne!

We play together all the time. This last time we hung out she captured this image of my little girl. I LOVE THIS ONE, cause it's my little "B" ALL THE TIME! She scowls at me whenever I say "no" or something else she doesn't want to hear. I think it's the cutest little face ever. SO THANKS SUZANNE! YOU ROCK!

Two new favorites!!!

2009-01-23T15:57:00.000-07:00

I went out with my friend Andrea the other day to take pictures of our kids. Only one of them wanted to get out of the car, the other two wanted to just kick back and watch shows until we could go back to Andrea's house and play. So I took little Miss B and tried to capture something worth while. If you look closely in this first you can see a tear coming out of her eye. She just wanted to play with the door. She kept saying, "door, door!" I do love this image of her though. I think she's gorgeous, but of course I'm the mom!

Then today we went to my friend Suzanne's after "S" got out of school. I wanted to try some indoor shots of my little ""B" (yes I know, the same outfit two days in a row, but it's cute right?) so I could add them to her baby book (photo book). I captured this image and LOVE it! Little girls love dressing up and playing with beads! It was one way I could get her to sit still at least. I love her little dimple. So slight but cute!

Provo Meet-Up

2009-01-22T11:08:00.000-07:00

Last night I met up with some of my Photographer friends at our Provo Meet-Up group. We learned about "Bokeh" and the first two images reflect that.

Before leaving Suzanne and I stumbled upon this amazing typewriter that Pete recently bought. We couldn't stop photographing it! You can see why.... Isn't it neat?

So I captured a little bit of "bokeh" on the typewriter as well. What a fun night!

My porcelain doll!

2009-01-19T17:49:00.000-07:00

She is my little doll! I love this kid!

(No! I didn't soften her skin, it's that gorgeous porcelain look all on it's own. I only added a texture and then erased it back on her face.)

Sweet girl

2009-01-19T11:59:00.000-07:00

Mama's boy!

2009-01-16T12:41:00.000-07:00

I ended up letting S sleep in rather than go to school. She has a bit of a cough and didn't get a good nights rest. So instead, I woke J up, threw some clothes on him and met up with my friend Suzanne. She was out taking family pictures for her sister. I started with my superhero...

Then found the little tough guy in him...

Then we went over to play with his buddy A and this is what I got of them. I love them!

He's my super hero, my little tuff kid, but most of all he's this, my sweet faced, gentle hearted little boy!! It was a great day with my boy!

A fun one from yesterday...

2009-01-16T12:28:00.000-07:00

Today was gorgeous and even a little warm...

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if you had someone to cuddle up next to!

Some more favorites...

2009-01-11T12:13:00.000-07:00

This adorable, 4wk old baby sister made me miss the tiny, cuddly stage of babies!

Big brother "H" has gorgeous eyes!

Little Miss "E" Isn't she so cute?

Tenderness

2009-01-10T23:25:00.000-07:00

I'll share more later. For now, how sweet is this?

It was a gorgeous day outside...

2009-01-08T18:09:00.000-07:00