Jaclyn Davis Photography

voyticky/galleazo {family}

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:12:00 +0000

OBVIOUSLY I have not done a great job at keeping up with my whole organization project, leaving my blog pretty boring and empty

...

until NOW :)

While home in Ohio with our families I was able to get some time away for my awesome cousin and her family.

They were a blast! Three 5 & 8 yr old boys will keep you on your toes and your shoots action packed but the end result is GREAT photos.

{I love capturing the unplanned and spontaneous action shots :) }

{an absolute must: tree climbing!... and a total frame worthy image :) }

Something different for the next few months

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:45:00 +0000

OK, so with only a few possible sessions left to shoot, I am just about done shooting until after baby #2 arrives... and I am already bored.

So for the next few months {and might even continue once regular shooting starts back up}, I will continue to blog about anything I find exciting, helpful or simply worthy of sharing.

For the first not-so-much-photography-oriented blog I want to address a few things:

1) I am closing up Week 8 of a bible study that has been EXTREMELY eye-opening, heart-opening & revolutionary for me. Our study is focused on Linda Dillow's book "Calm My Anxious Heart" {linked to amazon for those who may be interested}. HOLY COW! Seriously, life changing for me... and MANY other women on the journey with me.

Anyways, last weeks chapter was about finding/discovering/accepting our life purpose that God has planned for us. My life is currently all about my hubby and child(ren) so I am currently re-vamping my daily activities/schedule to embrace this and make the most of my life for these truly awesome guys (and future little girl).

2) I have also been really inspired lately by a lot of mommy and married friends who have started their own blogs. I have recently started to really follow them and read their posts regularly and I am just so inspired and in awe over these ladies!

Woodlawn Lane

Munchie Monkey

7 Days Time

Living for One

*These are all fabulous blogs, by fabulous ladies, so definitely check them out!*

3) We recently purchased our first home.. WOO HOO, right?... YES. Well, since weve been here since July its about time we make this place a HOME and unpack the last few boxes. I have decided that to attack this process in phases as to not overwhelm myself and end up losing perspective on this blessing that God has so graciously bestowed upon us {thank you Linda Dillow, and Jesus, for this plan of attack}.

Phase 1: PAINTING! {something I have been dying to do since my hubby & I had our first place together and now that we OWN this home he cant come up with any excuses to keep me from doing so.. Love you, Babe!}

Phase 2: ORGANIZATION {to help me with this phase I will be adopting/following The Imperfect Homemaker's {LOVE the name of her blog, btw) 31 Days to an Organized Home... which take me into December as it's already November 2nd and there are only 30 days in the month.

So that's that. The new blog style. For awhile. : )

"Consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, for I am the Lord your God. Keep my statutes and do them; I am the Lord who sanctifies you."

-Leviticus 20: 7-8

{this from LAST halloween, but it is one of my absolute favorites of my little guy and his gal pal :) }

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:35:00 +0000

HAPPY THURSDAY!

So you may have noticed a lot of frequent changes to this here little blog lately. Well! I am pleased to announce that I am finally done "style" searching and SATISFIED!! Praise God!

And I MUST give credit to a dear friend of mine: Marissa of Bella Muse Photography {shout out!!}, who designed the snazzy new logo you see there at the top of the page :)

... this definitely made my morning trip to the dentist way more enjoyable...

{and because I KNOW you are wondering, I would like to report a whopping ZERO cavities... YAY ME}

On this beautiful Thursday afternoon, I am one happy girl!

So bear with me as I get the website cohesive to this beautiful-ness.

ONE LAST THING WHILE I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION!!!

Please, please, please, dont delay on getting your fall portraits taken!! It is ONLY September, but October is right around the corner and then BAM!! its Thanksgiving.

SO, shoot me an email or call me and set up your session while there are still available dates :)

{dont know about you, but every now and then I come across one of these cards that just speaks to me and makes my day a little better}

{marriage retreat}

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:04:00 +0000

A few weeks ago we went to a pretty awesome marriage retreat and I was able to capture some fellow Ranger families. They're all pretty fabulous if you ask me :)

If you're traveling to the Atlanta area and looking for somewhere fun, relaxing, beautiful, etc. for your family to stay/visit, check out

Lake Lanier Islands

... and while youre there, you HAVE to stop and GET A BURGER HERE ...

I promise you (and your tummy) will NOT be disappointed

and baby makes 4!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:03:00 +0000

The amazing and awesome Marissa, of Bella Muse Photography, took these extra special photos for us :)

My Boys :)

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:53:00 +0000

So my little man, who I guess is not so little anymore, turned 2 last month!

I can still remember the day we brought him home from the NICU. I mean really, everything: packing up his things, carrying him out to the car, what it felt like to have him outside for the first time and (I dont think anyone could forget it) I remember Josh and I trying to get the car seat base loaded into the car... and wondering why we didnt do that very thing DAYS ago, haha.

Then I blinked. And now that "lump of a baby", as Josh like to call him :), is two.

AND he is going to be a big brother! AND we bought a house!

After weeks of feeling sick and tired, I got up the energy and motivation to take him out and try to get a few shots of my boys together.

raina {family}

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 13:34:00 +0000

This was the second time I got to shoot the beautiful Raina family and it was extra special this time as Adi's parents were in from INDIA! They only come every few years so I was honored when Arwyn contacted me to get some photos for them.

katie & walter {married}

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 03:28:00 +0000

I really enjoyed being a part of Katie and Walters day. They were intent on keeping things simple and really focusing on the importance of this important step in their relationship and their true love for one another. Isnt that what the day should be about anyways?

Katie & Walter, I wish you all the best and God's blessings on your new life together. I am truly honored and thankful you chose me to capture your memories.

I am also thankful that the rain held off so we could get some really awesome photos : )

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Fri, 25 May 2012 15:51:00 +0000

May has been filled to the brim with traveling and marriage retreats and LOTS of great photos : )

Our first stop was Jacksonville, FL for our units Marriage Retreat. We stayed at the Sawgrass Marriott , also the PGA tour location, and it was so beautiful! We did not want to leave. If you ever are in need of a place to stay while visiting Jacksonville, I HIGHLY recommend the Sawgrass.

While enjoying our Retreat, I also had the pleasure of taking some photos for families and couples also in attendance. Everyone was so awesome to work with and took some fantastic photos. I seriously want to get some prints to hang in my own house... I just love them so much : )

While I continue to catch up on some editing and get ready for some future sessions, heres a sneak peak at some of awesome-ness from Jacksonville...

...MORE TO COME SOON...

February- PhotoADay

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:43:00 +0000

Austin and I have had an enjoyable and relaxing start to 2012 but we are SO excited for February to be here!

Part of the reason for my excitement is the February Photo A Day Challenge:

Feel inspired??

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:10:00 +0000

Well January is already half way over, and so far I am on a roll of not posting anything. It's not all my fault though. I thought that as we entered 2012 life would calm down a bit and give us some time to catch our breath... boy was I wrong!

Josh's superiors decided to send him on a brief deployment to receive his promotion. Once this was officially planned Austin and I decided to drive back up to Ohio to spend this otherwise alone time, with family.

Right before we began out trip up north we decided to buy a house. (This was not a last minute decision, just one that we made quicker than we planned).

Now I am in the works of planning our trip back to GA so that we can spend some time with Josh, close on the house and make some more house related decisions.

After that we, Austin and I, will head back to Ohio while Josh is in Ranger School.

As you can see life is by NO means settling down.

Maybe come summer?... we hope so : )

With all that said, if you are in the Northeast Ohio areas (Cleveland-Akron) and wanting some updated family photos, engagement photos to celebrate your holiday season betrothal or maybe youre getting ready to welcome a new member to your family... CALL ME UP!
visit my website and shoot me an email : )

Austin making pancakes with Grammie

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 03:19:00 +0000

With the holiday season behind us and the new year at our fingertips, its time to get back to work. I am not complaining though. While I have loved and cherished every second of the past few months with my family, and I am always sad when the Christmas decorations come down, I am ready for my first clients of 2012!

So all my beloved Buckeyes, listen up:

Jaclyn Davis Photography will be temporarily be relocating until summer 2012! Most of you know the hubs is in the military and he will be "out of town" for quite some time. While he is away training Austin and I are traveling north again to spend the next couple months enjoying time with family and friends back home.

Have no fear Columbus, JDP will be back again before you know it. We will be back before June and the time will surely fly by so shoot me an email or a phone call to reserve your summer and fall sessions now. Beat the peak season rush!!

Friday Fun

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:32:00 +0000

Because it's Friday and everyone deserves a good laugh to take them into the weekend:

I thought the "caution coffee is hot" warnings were bad enough...

I am writing this down to use on my kids. Genius.

Must have been one heck of a camo paint job...

It starts early

More to come next Friday : ) Happy Weekend!

The Raina family

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:38:00 +0000

Last weekend I had the pleasure of taking some shots for the Raina family : ) Arwyn, Adi and their 16 month old, Asha were a blast and make such a beautiful family! Like most 16 month olds, Asha definitely kept us all on our toes and just wanted to run EVERYWHERE so we kept her entertained with some fountains, leaves and, of course, the Wiggles : )

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 17:47:00 +0000

Can you believe it's already November?? I sure can't. There are so many wonderful things to look forward to in the next few months and I definitely do not want to wish the rest of this year away but I can't help but look forward to 2012 for Jaclyn Davis Photography.

I recently had one of those nights when you are so exhausted and ready to catch some much needed zzzzz's and as soon as my head hit the pillow my mind started racing. I just could not turn it off! I'm on a journey of trying to figure out where exactly I belong in the photography world and what my purpose is. Needless to say I have been praying about it, a LOT, and I guess the Lord decided to answer my prayers that night. While I was desperately just wanting to sleep, I was completely invested in everything He was showing me.

One of the greatest messages He gave to me was that I can't do EVERYTHING and, honestly, I don't want to. While I have a deep passion for helping helping others capture their memories and create some beautiful photos for them to cherish for years to come, I have my own family that I am even more passionate about. I need to take control of my time management between my business and my family NOW before it all becomes "work". With that said, I will be re-evaluating my menu of services for 2012. There will be a few new things added and some things currently offered that may not be next year. (More details to come as we close in on the new year)

In addition to new services, I am excited to announce that Jaclyn Davis Photography will be adding a print shop! I have gained quite a collection of photos taken, from all over the place, that I have looked at periodically and been saving for when I have that perfect space in our house to hang. Then I thought, why should I keep them to myself? SO stay tuned for more to come on that as well!

I can't, and don't want to : ), give all of the details away just yet but, until then, lets have a GIVE AWAY! Want a FREE session and cd of ALL of your images??? Good, because I want to give you one : ) Here's how you enter:

For everyone in the Columbus/Phenix City/Northeast Ohio areas:
Find Jaclyn Davis Photography's business page on Facebook, click "Like", share it on your page and let your friends know they can win too! When YOUR friends "like" Jaclyn Davis Photography, YOU get a point! The person with the most referrals WINS : ) The winner will be announced November 26 and your time begins....... Now! : )

and because everything is better with a photo:

Brewster family

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:45:00 +0000

Introducing the Brewster family! I had the pleasure of meeting Tammy at our church's craft fair just a few weeks ago and am so thankful to her for choosing your truly to take their photos! They are a great looking, and FUN, family : )

We met up in the middle of downtown Columbus only to find some hectic traffic and parking situations and TONS of families decked out in their costumes for some Halloween festivities. Luckily we able to find some spots with minimal distractions... although one spot was a little less pretty after being used by a tiny tyke as a urinal. Oh well, nature calls.

Standing around and getting your picture taken on a beautiful Saturday afternoon isnt usually at the top of any guys list but after a few laughs, and some small talk, I think we got some pretty great photos.

Enjoy!

What to wear?

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:37:00 +0000

One of the most frequently asked questions photographers are asked when booking a session is "What should I wear?", and it is an important one! What you and your family wear s could create distractions in your photos and take away the focus from all of your beautiful and smiling faces... which is what we want to capture and highlight : )

When planning your wardobe make sure you pick items that reflect YOU. There is no need to over dress and, please, dont under dress. Choose clothing that you are comfortable in. When you arent comfortable in what you are wearing it shows on your face.

Coordinating your families attire does NOT mean you all have to be wearing the same color shirt and pants. You can do so if you choose, but throwing in some variety helps each family member stand out individually.

To help you out a little more I have found some visual aids. Enjoy!

Christmas Minis!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:17:00 +0000

Its just about that time year again! Get those photos taken now to have the PERFECT family photo displayed on your Christmas card for all of your family and friends to see. Contact today to reserve your spot!

Pumpkin Patch!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:09:00 +0000

Over the weekend he headed out to Pine Mountain, GA to visit the Butts Mill Farm pumpkin patch with the Sawtelle family! We have so much fun them, Eddie & Kyle are a blast and Peyton is just too cute for words. Peyton loved going down the slides more than anything and Austin, well, he was indifferent to the whole situation. He did like the goat in the petting zoo though : ) There was a lot to do on the farm but I have to be honest and say that pumpkin patch was pretty lame. The photos of the kids by the pumpkins? Yeah, that was the only pumpkin "patch" on the entire farm. We all though it was just a nicely decorated entrance area to the farm.

World Prematurity Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:24:00 +0000

As many of you may already know, my little Austin was born seven weeks early and spent three weeks and three days in the Madigan Army Medical Center (Ft. Lewis, WA) NICU. Those days were some of most emotional and inspirational of my life. It was so amazing to watch miracles take place right before our eyes and those miracles could only take place with the help of God and some of the amazing work that March of Dimes does for preemies everywhere!

Show your support for your local chapter of March of Dimes and book a mini session on November 17th! Whether you have a preemie, were a preemie, know a preemie, or you simply want to help a great cause this session is for you! Decide what you feel like giving, all money I collect will be donated to the Georgia Chapter of March of Dimes : )

A little sanity PLEASE

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:06:00 +0000

On days like today when Austin is all over the place, into everything and making messes EVERYWHERE I find that an escape to the bathroom sets me right.... not to use it, but to read one of my most cherished wedding gifts. This ABC'S OF LIFE sign that proudly hangs on the wall. It brings me back to reality, God and what really matters.

Austin Man

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:50:00 +0000

I was just getting Austin ready for his friends Peyton's birthday party and he was being particularly silly so I had to snap some photos : )

so handsome

Silly face!

Announcing Fall Mini Sessions!

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:43:00 +0000

It's that time of year! Fall is the perfect time of year to get some beautiful portraits of that beautiful family of yours! Looking for that perfect picture to on this years card? Contact me today and I will take care of that for you! Call today, sessions will book FAST!

My Fair Lady Pt. II

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:43:00 +0000

Finally had some time to finish up some photos from the couple style shoots! Aren't they gorgeous??

Austin

noreply@blogger.com (Jaclyn Davis Photography) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 19:53:00 +0000

Thought I would share some of my favorites from today with everyone. Austin is particularly chatty today and he said he wanted to show everyone some of his favorite things to do and play with. SO here you are: reading, biting the noses on his stuffed animals (a new hobby that I think he inherited from his Auntie who used to squeeze them) and playing with Mommy's lens cap. He brings me so much joy and a smile to face everyday... hope these images do the same for you : )

Love,
Austin