I have to admit I am a bit of a Facebook addict. I think I am getting it under control (I broke my addiction to FarmTown) but I do enjoy the social aspect of it (and seeing all the “OMG! More SNOW!” posts from my Iowa friends/family.Haha! I love AZ!)

If you are on Facebook, please become a fan of MJ Photography – I will happily post a few of your favorite images from your session and you can tag them to share with all of your FB Friends. I do ask that you leave any watermarks on the images intact – unfortunately there can be some strange things that happen to non-watermarked images, so this is something that will protect you and your family (and me as well!)

I have a special introduction for a very special family who is near and dear to me. Christi and her daughter Bella (as a suprise for Dad, Rick)  had the pleasure of being one of the first families I photographed when I started business nearly 6 years ago.  Realizing that we had a TON of things in common (love of cupcakes being one of them!) we became great friends and have decided that Bella and Kevin will one day marry each other so that we can fight over who gets to take care of the grandkids.

But, I digress…  What I want to share that Rick, Christi and Bella are wanting to complete their family through the adoption of a child. As Christi shared on her recent holiday card:

… word of mouth is one of the most successful paths to adoption. As you are catching up with friends and family this holiday season, if you hear of anyone who may be in a situation where they are looking to place a child for adoption, we hope that you’ll pass our information along to them.

So, as you are gathered around the table this holiday season, gossiping (c’mon! we all do it!) about the happenings of the past year and speculating about the New Year, feel free to gossip about a wonderful family in Arizona that is hoping that 2010 will bring them a new member of the family to welcome with lots of love and adoration.

To find out more about Rick, Christi and Bella, visit their adoption PAGE and be sure to stop by the BLOG.

I am really excited to have confirmed plans to be Des Moines October 10th through the 18th. I’ve got the studio location reserved and have a whole list of on-location areas that would be perfect for child and family sessions.

What I am really excited about is that session fees for my time/talent will be done as a donation to the Carlisle Area Dollars For Scholars. This is a great program that raises money to fund over 75 scholarships for Carlisle High School seniors each year.  I should have more details on that, as well as the special print and product pricing, in the next week or so.

If you are interested in scheduling a session, please contact me at 602-570-0698 or meggan@megganjacks.com.

The studio will be closed from July 17th thru August 3rd. I will return all emails and phone messages after that time!  I hope everyone has a great couple of weeks – Stay cool out there!

- Meggan

I’ve had the pleasure of photographing the K family since their oldest girl was a tiny newborn – nearly 4 years ago! Since then they’ve added a sweet red-headed beauty and a handsome son to their collection of kiddos. They came in last week to capture Mr. D’s seven-month adoreable-ness. Lots of silly faces, giggles and grins! Here are some of my favorites:

The girls:

Mr. D with Mom & Dad:

Here is information for Fall 2008 Holiday Portraits (including the ever-important holiday deadlines!)

My Fall schedule for 2008 is starting to fill up – notably for weekend appointments. Weekday sessions are still available for September, October and November. Weekend sessions are available in October and November. If you know you need a weekend sessions, I would definitely suggest booking NOW to secure the date.

A few things to note about sessions this fall:

Weekday Sessions: I shoot primarily during the day (10am or 1pm) on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Later afternoon sessions may be available, so please let me know if a 4pm or 6pm session would work better for you or your family’s schedule.

Weekend Sessions: There is a $35 additional fee due for weekend appointments. I have limited appointments available on weekends, so please inquire early if you know you need a weekend date.

Holiday Cards: There is a $300 minimum order commitment (in addition to the session fee) prior to placing a holiday card order. Standard holiday cards are $50 per box of 25.

2008 Holiday Deadlines:

Friday, November 14th – Last day for sessions with guaranteed holiday delivery

Friday, November 28th – Holiday orders due for guaranteed holiday delivery

Thursday, December 11th – RUSH holiday deadline for holiday delivery (Rush fee applies. Only available for gift prints, not applicable to framed wall portrait, collages or canvas prints.)

December 13-January 13th – Studio is closed to non-maternity/newborn clients.

I am headed out of town for a couple weeks, so the studio will be closed from 7/26-8/12. All phone calls and emails will be returned after 8/12.

Thanks!

I am headed back to Iowa for my Dad’s 60th birthday so the studio will be closed from June 17th to the 24th. I will return all voicemails and emails after that time.

Thanks!

Whew – I think I need a vacation from my vacation! We arrived in town yesterday and I am diligently working my way through messages and emails – I ask that you be patient, but if you haven’t heard from me by Monday, please call or email again.

I will have stories and pictures to share soon – My plan to blog while away was thwarted by a less than reliable internet connection.

I just realized today after discussing my calendar with a client that the calendar itself was WAY off and showing dates that should have said “Available” as “Busy”.  This has been corrected now. I typically schedule sessions on Tuesday and Thursdays at either 10am or 1pm, and Wednesdays at 4 or 5pm.  I do have weekend availability, but it typically books up several weeks in advance. Please see the Calendar for the times available.