I Would Like To Invite You To Schedule Your Family's Mini Session!
These sessions will be at a beautiful park in Browns Valley!
$149 Includes a 20 Minute Session,
3 Edited Digital Files, and an Online Gallery
Animals are family, and I would love to meet your pets!
Please feel free to bring them to your session!
Simply fill out the form on the 'Contact' page, include "MINI SESSION"
and I will get back to you as soon as possible!
I look forward to meeting all the new families,
as well as having my wonderful return clients to my new location.
Sincerely, from the bottom of my heart thank you for your continued support!
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She has recently gone through some big life changes, good and sadly not so good- she lost over 120 pounds, which is a huge feat, especially at age 70.
But then was unfortunately diagnosed with bone cancer.. With all that she’s also a grandmother and great grandmother and wanted to leave something as a legacy type thing for her family.
She thought about doing the bucket list type stuff, Disneyland with the kids, trips to the ocean, camping and really soaking up time with her loved ones. Which she is doing and loving every minute of it!
However she wanted something a bit more tangible to leave behind. And also something that she would benefit from as well. She decided that a boudoir session was the way to go.
As many women know a boudoir session is an intimate occasion and can be a tad intimidating.. But that didn’t stop her from reaching out to local photographers to achieve her dream.
I was honored to be picked to help her bring this dream to reality! Much like the Little Blessings photo sessions I do for terminally ill NICU babies, this sessions was something I just had to do.
I wanted and needed to honor this woman’s lovely life and tenacious spirit!
And let me tell you she did not disappoint!!
Please be respectful of the vulnerability of this session,
while also simply enjoying the boldness of her heart!
Miss Pat you are a wonderfully spirited woman
and I am so appreciative to have been able to do this for you!
Thank you again for this opportunity to bring your vision to life.
I adore the opportunity to be a part of your special day
Let me tell you why-
From the giddy and often tearful first look...
To the ceremony...
To the romantic portraits after....
I love capturing everything that is happening, especially those candid shots.
I generally go for a journalistic and candid type portrait,
but I also incorporate the posed, looking straight in to the camera portraits as well.
Also don't forget about all the beautiful details you have on your big day.
They will of course be captured for you to cherish forever!
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My goal is that you have a nice mix of images to choose from.
Because if you didn't know, each wedding package includes a personalized album!!
Your portraits are sure to show nothing but the love you each have for one another!
Thank you for considering to let Jessie Rose Photos
be a part of your beautiful wedding day!
Cheers to happily ever after :)
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I mean that makes sense right..? Just like in life :) Communication is key!
The terms “editing” and “retouching”
are often used interchangeably in the photography world..
Some people consider editing one thing and retouching a whole different technique.
While others use the two words to mean the same thing.
So in this post I will explain and give visual examples of what I consider editing vs. retouching
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EDITING:
In my business, I edit virtually every image I take during a session.
Edits can be quick little adjustments to color, exposure, highlights and shadows;
but can also include more time consuming things like cropping and centering subjects.
Edited Image- Cropped, Color and Contrast Corrected
Original Image-
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Before any of this happens, photographers generally cull their image sets.
Culling is a process meaning to go through a collection of images & select those that are best.
For example:
The whole family is beautiful and looking directly at the camera, all except mom who is moving and still posing herself.. Cull that image out, because chances are there is an equally beautiful image with everyone looking directly at the camera.
That’s culling!
Culled Set of Images-
Left image was culled Right image was left for editing
Once a collection of images has been culled, small edits begin to happen.
When the edits have been finished, the collection is then shared with the client.
The edited gallery is then culled again by the client, by them picking their favorite images.
Their favorite images will then be retouched.
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Fun fact:
My last name is Culler. I have been told that the context of the surname is that historically our family would be responsible for culling stock for desired or undesired characteristics.
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RETOUCHING:
In my workflow, retouching means smoothing of the skin and hair, whitening of teeth and eyes, minor to extensive fixes to clothes or folds and even removing objects from the image.
As you can imagine, the retouching is a bit more extensive and time consuming.
But so worth it to have a professional finished look!
Retouched Image- whitened teeth and eyes, smoothed hair and skin
Original Image-
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Fun Fact:
I once photographed an entire family portrait with one son who was not able to make it.
I photographed that son an entirely different day, and I was able to do some retouching magic, by adding him to the entire family portrait.
Remember this family-
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In the end, each photographer has their own way of determining what they do and don’t do to your images. But now that you have a bit of knowledge as to what they might mean, hopefully you get everything you want from your portrait session.
If you want to chat with me about booking a portrait session, send me a message let’s talk! I would love to get you in front of the camera and show you all the magic we can make happen, culling, editing and retouching included ;)
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But when it comes to boudoir portraits my story is a bit more fun and includes first
seeing these types of images through the vintage lens of some 1960's magazines.
When I moved into my current house, there was an old box hidden in the shed containing timeless Playboy magazines.
Clearly hidden from view, and I had an inkling as to why. Oh how the times have changed ;)
Regardless I fell in love with the colorful, subtle notion of sexuality!
Being so inspired, I decided to give these beautiful magazines and models a whole new life.
They are now beautifully framed and proudly displayed in my office, encouraging me as I write this blog post :)
I wanted to share a little bit about what a boudoir session is and why I love to do boudoir sessions!
Here's a little known fact that may surprise you:
Photography featuring women in their boudoirs (French for bedroom) has been a thing for nearly 100 years.
Yep! Before quick film development, before digital cameras, before women could vote and get this: before it was even legal.
And for this reason, Jessie Rose Photos sees each and every boudoir session as a rite of passage!
There can be so much creativity in every session.
We talk through what your comfortable with and what you hope to get out of your session;
whether that be some self appreciation, a gift for a special someone, or maybe to memorialize a certain point in your life.
I promise you, you will be blown away after seeing all the beauty and empowerment you have with in yourself!
First we will work to set the scene-
in a bedroom, at an upscale hotel room, out in the snow,
upon a rock in the river, you name it we can probably make it happen!
We start by talking through outfit ideas, reviewing any inspiration images and sharing studio set ups you might like.
With all that in mind we set your dream into motion!
The day of your session, your nerves might be going rampant. "What am I doing? What was I thinking? What did I agree to.."
All valid thoughts, but with all of our talks before you'll know what to expect and trust me once you get started you'll forget why you were even nervous.
If you are still feeling a little apprehensive, that's completely understandable.
But nothing a little dance party to upbeat fun music or a glass of your favorite wine can't help ;)
I am here to make you feel as confident and comfortable as possible during your session with Jessie Rose Photos!
I am sure you'll walk away feeling empowered and so darn sexy, you'll be wondering why you hadn't done this sooner! :)
Bring your own personal touch to your session!
Included in this post are some of my all time favorites to give you a little flavor of the things my clients and my self have come up with in the past!
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Jessie Rose Photos Would Like To Thank You For Supporting This Small Business!
Gratitude is an important virtue, and I know I have thanked you all before.. But Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!
2020 was a year for the record books, around the world and in our own cities..
With that said I received the most incredible support from all MY people- lovely returning clients and wonderful new ones.
Every single one of you has been nothing short of amazing and completely understanding
to reschedules, or simply waiting in hold formation till lock down is lifted... You know, 2020!
Sincerely, from the bottom of my heart thank you for your continued support.
Here's to better brighter days ahead!
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Meet Ryan!
He's a competitive swimmer and aspiring model.
His agent reached out to me to deliver some lifestyle type photos for his portfolio..
What do y'all think?
I love Old Town Sacramento, there are so many different backdrops!!
The pleasure was all mine.
Best of luck Ryan on your modeling journey!!
Everyone keep an eye for more from this session.
And don't hesitate to reach out to schedule your own portrait session :)
My glass is half full and I have been taking the opportunity to take pictures of things around me, as well those closest to me...
In this case my model was my husband, Cole! He's always a trooper and deals with my insistent need to take portraits!
This image was taken in a moment when he was trying to be a 'punk' and do what he thought would look 'ridiculous'...
Little did he know, I see all his best angles ;) This is my new all time favorite capture of him to date!!!
It's like vintage Wrangler and Marlboro ads and Ambercrombie had a baby :)
***NOT MY PHOTOS, OLD ADS FOR REFERENCE***
My original portrait was shot across the river from Old Town Sacramento, by Federico Diaz's Subtitle structure
with the Emerald Tower beautifully in the background.
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The old adage- Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life- is what I strive to achieve with my photography business!
And all you joyful, goofy and fun-loving clients make it so easy :)
Women's Empowerment - From a fun family session at there Sacramento location!
Best Friends Double Shoot- From their brave outdoor boudoir session!
Good Day Sacramento- From our segment featuring all these inspiring ladies; Alexa Curtis, Body By Simone and Toney Bands
Apple Hill- Event coverage a fun goofy group of ladies at Apple Hill
Poolside Boudoir- This beautiful model enjoyed my studio with a pool!
Wonderful Wedding- This fun loving bride was a hoot the entire day!
Engagement Party Shenanigans- These two were surrounded by family and friends as they celebrated their engagement to one another!
Introducing the new Mrs. Felton: Mr. and Mrs. were nothing but smiles all day!
Thank you to all my clients; you're what makes it all worth it!!
All the best to each and every one of you!
I hope the memories from you day stay with you forever!
and the ability to make you feel absolutely at ease
throughout your entire boudoir experience.
We laugh, we get serious, we have fun.
Past clients have expressed their nervousness-- naturally!--
at the begining, but warmed up quickly.
And I promise you this:
you'll walk away not only feeling more confident in your own skin,
but feeling absolutely stunning!!
"Outer beauty attracts, but inner beauty captivates" -Kate Angell
"Her smile makes her pretty.
Her body makes her sexy.
But only her mind makes her beautiful."
-Yeye
The sign of a beautiful person is that they always see beauty in others.
Email at [email protected]
Call 530-575-9992 or
use the Contact page (up top)
to BOOK your session NOW!
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Check out how fiercely confident she is for yourself!
See the beauty in everything.
Beginning with yourself!
The most alluring thing a woman can have is confidence!
-Beyonce
Bikinis by Zaful
(zaful.com)
Email at [email protected]
Call 530-575-9992 or
use the Contact page (up top)
to BOOK your pool side session NOW!
I would like to introduce you to the new Mr. and Mrs. Felton
Let me tell you-
From the first look...
To the ceremony...
To the romantic portraits after....
These two were nothing but consumed in the love they each have for one another!
Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Felton for letting Jessie Rose Photos
be a part of your beautiful wedding day!
Cheers to happily ever after :)
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Check Out How Confident & Sexy She Is!
Make it a goal to fall in love with everything that you are!
We are our own standard of beauty!
She Fearlessly Faced The Freezing Temps!
Isn't She Just Fabulous In This Boudoir Session?!
Well-Behaved Women Rarely Make History.
"Keep Your Heels, Head & Standards High" -Coco Chanel
Partnered with Talbots and David's Bridal, Alexa was featured on Good Day Sacramento to show us how to complete a fashionable look for under $100!!
Check out some behind the scenes pictures from our crazy fun day on the
Good Day Sacramento set:
Life Unfiltered with Alexa Curtis is a lifestyle platform for young adults
focusing on social media and mental health.
To read more check out her website- lifeunfilteredwithalexa.com
And read the blog she prepared about our day at Good Day Sac- lifeunfilteredwithalexa.com/blog1/sac/
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to create head shots of her makeup models.
Check out the looks, I love her use of color!
Model: Tammy Engle
MUA: Makeup By Juliette
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One magical and sparkly and the other more of an everyday look :)
Model: Krysten Butler
MUA: Makeup By Juliette
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Depression it is a serious problem,
Achieving Positive Thinking Worldwide (APTW) is adding a positive and entertaining ingredient
to improving mental wellness through positive thinking!
Presenting the Celebrity Chef Cook Off:
achievingpositivethinkingworldwide.org
Much like many of your favorite cooking shows-
3 chefs compete to create unique and tasty
appetizers, entrees and desserts all with one special ingredient..
Previous years have included Flamin Hot Cheetos.
This year the chefs utilized an ingredient just as unique..
Check out the link to see all the fun for yourself!
achievingpositivethinkingworldwide.org
Make a positive donation today and help someone achieve positive thinking!
All APTW charity events are FREE!
achievingpositivethinkingworldwide.org/donate
thinking you're better than everyone;
it's walking in and not having to compare
yourself to anyone at all.
Beauty can be seen in all things.
But most importantly-
it should be seen within yourself.
Some old posts will be imported to show my previous posts...
But to see a full collection of all my past blogs please visit-
Jessie Rose Photos' old blog post site
Wilber Wedding- Sept. 2018- Circus Circus, Reno
Celebrity Chef Cook Off- Sept. 2017- Achieving Positive Thinking Worldwide
New Born Session- Sept. 2016- Jessie Rose Photography Studio
