Jennifer Shore Photography

I am soooo excited!  A few months ago  Hip Baby Gear, located  in downtown Marblehead, asked if I would teach a workshop on how to take better photos to those that are interested.  Lucky for me, Kristina Young of Kristina Young Photography had just developed a curriculum around this concept AND said she would  team up with me to teach.  Her program is called “Oh Snap!” and together we will be offering a workshop based on her material and shared experience.  There will be 12 spaces for those interested but they will go quick so sign up as soon as you can!

Here is the information:

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 9, 6:30 – 9PM Hip Baby Gear

Cost:
$75
(includes 70 page workshop manual, light refreshments)
Please email me at snapshopworkshops@gmail.com to reserve your space or sign up at Hip Baby Gear. Cash or check payment required evening of class. Credit card/PayPal payments accepted up to 24 hours prior to the class. Please email to receive an online invoice.
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Abstract:
Do have you have a DSLR camera and want to learn how to take great pictures of your kids?
Have you had your camera for a while and you are frustrated that your pictures are not looking as you imagined?

Are you tired of reading technical manuals for your camera that don’t answer basic question: how to just take a better picture?

Do your images sit on your camera card for months, never downloaded or very disorganized on your computer?

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Many parents purchase DSLR camera in hopes of not missing a moment of their children’s lives, but are not totally satisfied with the images when they appear on their computer screen. They just want their images to be better.
Oh Snap! is a workshop that parents how to take better pictures of their kids. It focuses on concepts you can easily put into practice, just by understanding lighting, composition and age appropriate techniques. Participants will walk away with a 70 page presentation manual that includes cheat sheets and quick tips for common situations which will help them improve their photos immediately… just by taking the time to assess light, change up their angle, and
remember a few quick tips.

Topics include:
* training your eye to find the light,
* composition and perspective,
* lens and focal length selection,
* tips great images at any age
* output: downloading, storage and printing
* high level review of exposure
* auto and semi-manual settings
This workshop is a great primer for Snap Camp! which is an in-depth workshop that covers the exposure triangle, moving to manual exposure settings, and post-processing techniques.
Bring your camera and bring your questions!

As soon as this family pulled up in their car and Kacie got out with 25 outfits on hangars (okay….I’m exaggerating….a little! )….I knew we were going to have fun. Kacie and Grant were up for anything and as easy going as one could ever wish for. And when they brought the girls out, Chloe who is 2 and Elise who is 7 months, I had to smile. These girls were the happiest, most beautiful little things. They had on matching tutus and bows and Chloe has these amazing curls! I am so happy to have met this wonderful family and enjoyed every minute of our session! Even the tough light where the sun went in and out of the clouds….it all worked out in the end. Probably had a lot to do with the wonderful personality and beauty that this family has.

It is tough to get them both to look at me at the same time….I think there is one in there somewhere!

I am finally posting a “proper” and then some sneak peek. Usually I don’t post so many images but I just couldn’t help myself! These are a continuation of the one shot of the twins below….

Well, to say that I am happy for this couple who welcomed twins 9 days ago would be an understatement! I know that all babies are a miracle (mine being one of them!) but for Christine and Alex, it is doubly true. Somehow neither Christine or Alex seemed tired in the least and they were both as laid back and calm as could be. They let me stay for 5 (yes, 5!) hours trying to get those little sweethearts to sleep. Some of us newborn photographers strive for getting the baby to that deep sleep state where their little bodies can be molded into delicious positions without bothering them in the least. Well, these 2 little boys decided that they wanted none of that today! But it didn’t matter because their sweetness and good nature made our session a success and I think we still captured some beautiful moments. Here is just one for now because I am going to bed as I am a little tired from the day. Oh, did I tell you I was there for 5 hours?! Congratulations Christine and Alex. You made the day so wonderful and I am thrilled for you both.

I am so excited! I love photographing all ages but there is just something special about Juniors and Seniors in High School (and no, it’s not because I don’t have to run after them as fast as I can like I do with a 3-year-old! Although that part is nice too. ). They just have this “aura” about them as if they know the whole world is open and waiting for them. It translates amazingly well into photographs!

Okay….for the model search:

I am looking for positive, outgoing, and energetic high school juniors who will be graduating from any high school in Boston’s North Shore area and in 2011 (Marblehead, Swampscott, Nahant, Beverly, Salem, etc). This is your chance to have your senior portraits taken for FREE and earn amazing photo rewards! Signed model release will be required. The process is very selective and we will only choose one senior model per high school. If you’re interested in finding out more, please fill out this form. Deadline to apply is May 31st.

Okay….here is another loooong overdue sneak peek for Anathea…..whose baby has been born into this world for almost a year. Well, in these photos his 2 beautiful older sisters are waiting on him and his mom was ready! Thank you for all your patience Anathea and Raymond. Your family is just beautiful. Congratulations!

well, my friends Jeff and Xochi haven’t made a peep about the fact that I have yet to show them their images. I gifted them this session as a way to say congratulations on their beautiful baby boy and somehow my gifts always get there late. They both have been so gracious and I am happy to say they are done! Here is a sneak peek but I have more for you guys! We were sort of in tight quarters thus a lot of closeups showing mom and dad looovvvvinggg their little surprise. Thanks for all your patience and I will be in touch soon!

I have fallen behind on finishing some galleries and it has been bothering me for a long time. I have just one image to show right now but let’s just say that this baby is no longer a “newborn”! Thank you for your patience!