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Apr
09
So often throughout the busier times of the year I don’t have time to THINK let alone go through the process of submitting my photos to any competitions or publications. Because I am so horribly neglectful during the busier months I try to make it a point to do so in the slower months. This is the first year I submitted to the Shoot & Share Photography Competition and I am super pleased with how these images placed!
A few stats about the competition: (because I am a nerd that way. lol)
- There were over 330,000 photos submitted
- Over 150,000 contributing artists
- 60,000,000 contest votes
- 159 countries were represented
I had NO idea what to expect and where I would rank on the international scale of so many talented photographers. I was a bit intimidated but I figured if I didn’t place at all I would just be quiet about it and not let anyone know I submitted anything in the first place. (just being honest. lol)
Out of 50 images that I submitted, I am excited to say that THIRTY of them won a badge!!! :-D
On to the RESULTS!!!
I had 3 images make it to the finalist round! This required that the images receive enough votes to make it to the top 3.5% of all the other images submitted. After the official results were released I found that these actually were closer to the top 1%. (YAY! Even better!!!)
Ranking: 260/22,299 (Families) 1.16%
Ranking: 340/23,969 (Children) 1.41%
Ranking: 302/20,266 (Senior) 1.49%
Ranking: 840/22,299 (Families) 3.7%
Ranking: 1,288/22,299 (Families) 5.7%
Ranking: 1,450/22,299 (Families) 6.5%
Ranking: 1,689/22,299 (Families) 7.5%
Ranking: 1,847/22,299 (Families) 8.2%
Ranking: 2,824/32,282 (Couples) 8.7%
Ranking: 2,178/23,969 (Children) 9%
Ranking: 2051/22,299 (Families) 9.1%
Ranking: 2,705/23,969 (Children) 11.2%
Ranking: 2,626/22,299 (Families) 11.7%
Ranking: 2,945/23,969 (Children) 12.2%
Ranking: 3,604/23,969 (Children) 15%
Ranking: 3,805/23,969 (Children) 15.8%
Ranking: 4,067/23,969 (Children) 16.9%
Ranking: 4,056/23,969 (Children) 16.9%
Ranking: 4,556/23,969 (Children) 19%
Ranking: 4,374/22,299 (Families) 19.6%
Ranking: 2,757/13,834 (Just the Bride) 19.9%
Ranking: 870/4,317 (That Just Happened) 20.1%
Ranking: 4,900/22,299 (Families) 21.9%
Ranking: 5,406/23,969 (Children) 22.5%
Ranking: 7,406/32,282 (Couples) 22.9%
Ranking: 5,887/23,969 (Children) 24.5%
Ranking: 5,896/23,969 (Children) 24.5%
Ranking: 6,191/23,969 (Children) 25.8%
Ranking: 6,232/23,969 (Children) 26%
Ranking: 5,727/20,266 (Seniors) 28.2%
So there you have it! Out of 50 images that I submitted, 30 of them ended up with a badge ranking them in the top 30% or above. I could have never dreamed I would do so well when competing on an international scale!!! I can’t wait to see what amazing images are around the corner this year. I have already collected a few images for next years submissions. ;-)
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
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To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
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Apr
04
Do you remember that magical time of life when you jumped on the bed, squealed with joy, played dress up and cuddles with mom made the whole world right again? When I read through the questionnaire I sent out to this family and they wanted to recreate those moments I could hardly contain my excitement! I could go on about what a wonderful time we had and such but I’ll just let the photos speak for themselves. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
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Apr
04
First babies are SO special.
To love someone so completely and so unconditionally is a miracle by itself. One tiny, little, completely dependent human can transform us from “regular people” in to a mother and father. It sounds so simple, except there is nothing simple about being a parent. It has a way of pulling every shred of selfishness out of you and turning it in to unconditional love. It then takes that love and turns everyday moments in to memories that are covered in pixie dust. My husband and I often said to one another after our first was born (when realizing that we had lost track of time, yet again, watching our new little one discover something new) “What did we fill our time with before having a child?” The memories are simply filled with magic.
Becoming a parent is transformational. It changes your mind and your heart. It is such a special time of life and I feel so full of gratitude to have others invite me in to their “right now” leading up to that gorgeous and special time when they get to meet the little one that will change their lives (and hearts) forever. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Mar
10
A little ones first birthday is such a special occasion! Learning how to walk opens up a whole new world of exploration and discovery. I get so sentimental about this amazing time of life because it is gone in an instant. So quickly, the total dependence fades and the determined independence takes it’s place. The baby still remains for a while though and I specifically wanted these photos to reflect those little moments that a Mamas heart holds forever. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Feb
18
These two girls! Goodness <3
This was the little ones mini session but I couldn’t resist getting some sister shots. I got to know big sister when her Mama contacted me for her first birthday photo-shoot. We had a blast and she was just adorable! I was super excited to hear from them again when her baby sister was born for newborn photos. I personally take it as a huge compliment when my clients choose me over and over again. <3
She wasn’t sure about my big camera but for a mini session, we got so many super sweet shots and I can’t wait to show them all to their proud parents!
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Jan
01
My husband and I are both parts of large families. I am the oldest of 6 kids and he is the oldest of 4. As close as we all are, we are pretty spread out all over the country (Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington, California, South Dakota…), but every once in a while I have the opportunity to take pictures for our siblings and I have to say it’s really a special thing for me to get to do. <3
Two of my husbands siblings came to Alabama for Christmas and we started planning months before they got here to take these photos! It’s been 3 years since we took photos last and seeing the difference in their kids as well as my personal growth with photography is really fun. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Nov
28
I seriously had such a wonderful time with these two! They were so fun and energetic AND they brought the most adorable little rescue puppy with them.
I absolutely LOVE photographing families and one of the things I make sure to do is to get at least one photo of just mom and dad. There is something that happens once kids come along… Love gets deeper, love grows wider but it sometimes isn’t as “shiny” as it once was either.
When I have the opportunity to photograph couples at the beginning of their journey I just can’t help but enjoy all of their “shininess”, but also be excited for them and their future as their love gets deeper and wider. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Nov
22
Gena contacted me last year about family photos and we have desperately been trying to figure out a time that would work ever since! You see, Gena had gone back to school and was working her way through a 2 year Nursing program. After talking about MANY different dates, schools schedules changing and life just happening, she graduated (Whoot!!!) and we were able to finally make it happen! :-D
I had such a wonderful time with them and I am so glad to have gotten these family photos before her oldest leaves for college this coming year. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Nov
20
I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this family! At the end of the night both of the kids came up and gave me a huge hug before they got in the car. They not only were sweet to their parents and were incredibly polite but they had me sweet on them by then end of the evening. (I love it when that happens <3)
I haven’t finished this gallery quite yet because I need to continue work on a special fine art piece that they requested. You see, they love to travel and it is something that they do as a family as often as they can! I have so many ideas but I think I have settled on one that includes a hot air balloon. ;-)
I can’t wait to see how it turns out!
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.
To book a session call (907-942-2358) or email jenniMphotography@gmail.com
I would love to hear from you!
Nov
14
When I think back to this evening the thing that comes to mind is the word “fun”. This family was just fun from the very beginning! Running, piggy back rides, spinning, skipping rocks, jumping and a ton of squeeze hugs!!! We were also blessed with a beautiful evening and sunset.
I know I say it often but I consider it such a privilege to get to peek in to those authentically beautifully perfect moments in your family. It is so unique and special and sometimes just takes my breath away when I am editing. It takes artistic vision and technical skill on my end but to be 100% honest, I can’t take a picture of something that isn’t already there. These images reflect what IS there and that is what makes them so deeply special. <3
I specialize in “Family” Photography (Children, Newborn, Birth and of course Families) with a lifestyle and fine art twist. I love this style blend as it helps me focus on showcasing the unique bond and beautiful connections that are found in your own relationships and imagination.
For more information about my packages click HERE.
I also accept a limited number of Weddings each year.
You can find my collection details HERE.