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amy & jack – married :: DC couples – Philadelphia Weddings

Jenna Walcott — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:21:35 +0000

I joked with Amy and Jack on their wedding day that I traveled all the way to DC from Philadelphia for their engagement session, and from DC to Philadelphia for their wedding. On both occasions they were TOTALLY worth the drive. And since I only have a handful of weddings this year in the Philadelphia area, I was pretty excited to go back to my old hometown to kick off this totally jam-packed season. And what I love most about Amy and Jack is that they are actually DC residents, which means I get to see them again and again! Bonus!

One thing I could not stop myself from noticing is the way Jack looks at Amy. Like, literally adoringly. Look at him at the alter. He can’t take his eyes off of her! Can you blame him? She’s absolutely stunning and they both are truly the kindest couple imaginable. And the love and excitement that filled the room on their wedding day was overwhelming. I’m so, so lucky to be able to work with clients like these – and I know they are looking forward to decades upon decades of happiness!

Congrats to Amy & Jack!

Flowers: Zeigfield
Ceremony: Old St. Mary’s Church
Reception: Belle Voir Manor
Gown: Allure Couture
Jewels & Veil: Passed Down

lora & mark – engaged :: annapolis and eastern shore wedding photographer

Jenna Walcott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:00:10 +0000

Lora and Mark are perfect. The perfect couple, the perfect client, perfectly adorable. While I will do my best to try not to spend most of this post expressing my awe for the many similarities they (as a couple) share with my husband and I, I will say that OMG they are just like my husband and I. Quirky, playful, sarcastic, Down-to-Earth parents with the same values we share. It was a blast to get to know them in the Park at Quiet Waters on a very laid-back style engagement session as we strolled through its paths on a stifling summer day. You just look at these two and think to yourself “Dude. These two are a REALLY good time!”. They have a tremendous sort of chemistry – the kind that is infectious – that truly made me believe that it is date night every night at their house. While I’m sure that’s not entirely true – they had me drinking the Kool-Aid of happily-ever-after in the REAL WORLD. Exactly the kind of lasting love you want to believe in.

With their wedding less than 2 weeks away, I am so excited to revisit this awesome session in the park and share some of my favorites to get the celebration started! I can’t wait to capture their beautiful ceremony at the Maryland Inn in downtown historic Annapolis at the end of this month! Yay Lora & Mark!!

couture boudoir :: annapolis baltimore & DC boudoir photographer

Jenna Walcott — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:09:52 +0000

One of the things I have loved most about acquiring a studio space (besides the tremendous amount of balance I have gained back in my life by not working down the hall from my overflowing hamper full of laundry) is how it has allowed me to expand my offering and shoot creatively in new ways. It has truly opened up a whole new passion for me and I’m going to ride the wave into a brand new evolution. More on that later. But many of you have getting wind that I am offering boudoir. True Story. I’m offering boudoir on a regular basis and I can’t get enough. Along with boudoir, I’m expanding into even more exciting brands of portraiture which will all be revealed soon enough. And I’m excited to begin sharing some of the imagery!

A few weeks back I partnered with Behind the Veil LLC to put together a promo shoot to generate even more excitement for the Boudoir Marathon that rocked our socks off in March. I can’t wait to share more of those images but for now, this post featured two amazingly talented models who were perfect for the few simple, tasteful images I wanted to create with a hint of drama using studio light. Most boudoir sessions will focus closely on the personality of the client, their style, more details and generate artistic and sensual images that will reveal beauty and passion that has always been within them, but maybe has been hidden or (gasp) denied. Every. Single. Woman. IS. Sexy. Just come visit us in the studio if you don’t believe it.

So on this shoot quite simply we experimented with some backdrops, set design and kept it pretty easy going. It was a really fun day in the studio and I’m thankful for the support of my talented stylists who always help to bring out the confidence in my clients before they even set foot in front of the camera!

If you are interested in a Boudoir or Couture Portrait session for yourself or a woman in your life that you believe could use an experience like this, contact us for more info on what our sessions entail. Getting married? Looking for that perfect groom’s gift? Just want to feel like a Supermodel for a day? We still have May dates available for private studio bookings – so start the spring and summer off with a bang and let your hair down! Let us show you how amazingly gorgeous you really are!

ivy & steve – engaged :: maryland wedding & portrait photography

Jenna Walcott — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:58:12 +0000

When Ivy and Steve told me they wanted to do a winter engagement session I was thrilled. Call me crazy but, I absolutely love winter light and the backdrop of bare trees, wintery landscapes and color that is so distinct about that time of year. However, it’s rare that anyone is all that excited about freezing their tushy off for the sake of a little winter environment. That’s why I was so excited to shoot this session in Patapscoe State Park this past January (Yes, yes I know it’s April. Blog is way behind. You have no IDEA how behind).

Anyhow, to make things even more mind-blowing, it SNOWED the day before our session. So, in a word? Jackpot. Despite the fact that the shift in temperature melted a good bit of it away in the park by afternoon, we still had a couple of spots that provided a wintery wonderland. And now as spring is at my heels, I’m finally getting around to posting this gorgeous session that will hopefully inspire more couples to get outside with me NEXT winter!

Finally, Ivy and Steve were awesome. Totally willing to go with the flow, walk in the snow, get their shoes a little wet AND Ivy even took her coat off at one point, which, at 38 degrees, was the kind of photography-minded spirit I am always in support of! They are going to be a blast this fall when they take their vows and I can’t wait to capture it!

BECAUSE MOM ROCKS:: annapolis family portraits

Jenna Walcott — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:30:38 +0000

If you’re like me, you can tell when someone waited until the last minute to pick up your birthday gift, holiday gift – and possibly the very worst offense – YOUR MOTHER’S DAY GIFT. For instance, as a mother myself, I know firsthand the forethought that is required to make it through one single day successfully without major setbacks or epic failure. You have to plan ahead for everything – and sometimes allocate an additional hour here and there in order to stay on schedule. We Moms have emergency diapers in the trunks of our cars, non-perishable snacks tucked away in the secret confines of our purses, we leave work early anticipating the world’s worst traffic so we will never be a minute late for pick-up. We meal-plan, grocery shop a week in advance, have a bottomless stash of tissues in every jacket pocket in case of unplanned spit-up or runny noses. That wonderful, warm fuzzy feeling that you remember about being with Mom when you were a kid? It’s because you knew no matter what came along, Mom had it covered. Being a mom is all about planning ahead, staying prepared and always thinking of your own needs last. This is why moms are so awesome, and why they deserve something highly premeditated that shows her your gift was a well-thought out plan that has serious shelf life. Like, for instance, an amazing mini-portrait session of her family scheduled with plenty of time to get the most fabulous custom products in her hand by Mother’s Day. Now that’s thinking like a mom.

Since spring 2013 is picking up faster than a tumbleweed in a windstorm, I am making sure that a mini-marathon of portraits doesn’t slip through the cracks. This session doesn’t have to be for Mother’s Day – although it truly is the perfect concept for Mom – it could just be the perfect time for a family portrait. But let’s face it, spring has sprung as of today and we all want to get outside – we’ve all had enough of stews, blankets and fireplaces so get ready to join me at Quiet Water’s Park and make it a fun family event!

Here’s what’s included in the mini-session:

30 Minutes of Shooting Time
Online Selections Gallery (or scheduled in-person ordering at our studio)
Bonus! Up to 5 Web Sized Files from your session to share online!

Cost: $95

Only 4 slots are available for this marathon and they are expected to fill up. To reserve your spot, follow this link to secure your time slot! http://bit.ly/1006D3A

Operating as a full-service studio located in the heart of Annapolis, we also offer in-person ordering consults and welcome our clients into the studio to experience our product assortment first hand. A wide selection of custom prints, gorgeous albums and wall art are available. Discounted product bundles may be purchased to fully complete your session collection. Our goal is to create an impressive display for your home – and your hearts. Admit it. Mom totally rocks. And she deserves it.

HERE. A Pop Up Shop :: Annapolis Emerging Designers

Jenna Walcott — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:45:41 +0000

This past weekend was definitely a busy one! The quiet of winter has definitely passed – and somehow when the sun comes out and warms up our world, we find ourselves racing outside to realize just how much we have missed breathing in all that fresh air! While I spent a good chunk of this weekend working on some awesome new projects soon to be announced – including a fabulous styled shoot that came together yesterday in the studio – I did manage to squeeze in some time exploring a new and intriguing concept shop on West Street called HERE. a pop up shop. And I am so glad I did! Besides being greeted by two fabulous ladies, Amy & Ellen, who are responsible for bringing this awesome idea to life in our area, I was also offered a signature mimosa that, shall I say, certainly enhanced (grins widely) my shopping experience – and along with their personal charms – definitely coaxed me into staying twice as long! It goes without saying this is my kind of shop. Not only was it full of unique items, but everything was creatively displayed and as inviting a boutique as you could ever ask for. HERE. a pop up shop aims to create excitement surrounding our area’s most talented and creative apparel, jewelry and home decor artists by expertly setting up a stylish “limited-time only” retail experience showcasing local emerging artists. Clearly a concept I can get firmly behind. From pretty little frocks you just have to have, to eclectic wall art, paper goods and handmade jewelry and accessories – all made exclusively by locals! What could be cooler than that?

Besides being an awesome shop, which would certainly be enough, the pop up seemed to draw in a really warm and artistically-driven crowd. I got to meet some great like-minded people who believe that supporting the local arts is something we all can benefit from as a community.

Trust me when I say these ladies know what they’re doing. They even had some toy cars available to occupy my little one so nothing could cut my shopping short! I have to give a huge shout out to Travis Curry (if you don’t know Travis – check him out!) for letting me know about HERE a pop up shop – I am so glad I got to find out what it is all about! The shop finished it’s fabulous debut this past Sunday, but they’ll be back with more in the spring and you can bet I’ll be there to check out all the new finds.

Speaking of finds, I obviously couldn’t come home empty handed – and nothing excites a girl more than a happy little package full of pretty things! I will admit that the contents of this bag have been worn every day since, and I’m awaiting impatiently for the next HERE a pop up shop to, well, pop up!

BOUDOIR MARATHON EVENT: annapolis boudoir photography

Jenna Walcott — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:57:28 +0000

Introducing a highly awesome and luxury boudoir event hosted by Jenna Walcott Photography with partner Behind the Veil LLC!

While winter is generally categorized as “slow season” for wedding and portrait photographers, the truth is for most of us there really is no “slow season’. Even if we aren’t shooting as many weddings, there are always clients looking for product, sessions, planning new events and booking with us. But the wintertime does wind up being the best time to plan and re-invigorate the company. So for the past couple of months I’ve been analyzing my business history and thinking about new directions, where my passions are leading me and what fabulous new products I can offer to compliment my imagery. One area that I’ve organically been developing in my personal work is about simple beauty, shape, form and light – and it has lead me directly to finding a strong motivation to expand this genre in my client work. So, naturally, I decided I wanted to host a mini-event that will give new clients a taste of how amazing this type of boudoir experience can be. Because boudoir is more than just about scantily clad photographs - what it should entail is the experience of being pampered, feeling gorgeous and uninhibited in front of the camera. It’s about music and atmosphere and getting dressed up and styled. It’s about allowing yourself to be and feel sexy in an alluring environment and then letting me make ART out of you. Sounds pretty awesome, doesn’t it?

So, to get right to the point, we are very excited to announce the first Luxury Boudoir Marathon with our styling partner Behind The Veil LLC! Behind the Veil will be providing their talent for this event – making sure each and every lady reaches a whole new level of gorgeous that they never imagined. That’s what they do, you know. And they’re really good at it.

This fabulous event features the following:

- Hair Styling & Make-up Application

- One Wardrobe/Look

-30 Minutes of Camera Time

- Bubbly & Sensual Snacks

- Private & Discreet Online Purchasing Portal

So if you’re excited about the idea of being beautified and photographed, you don’t want to miss this Sunday event. The french would agree that this is going to be très magnifique.

Details below.

Follow this link to book your timeslot! http://jennawalcott.myworkshops.co/workshops/b4bd3c18b0b8d101

dena & brian – engaged :: maryland wedding photography

Jenna Walcott — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:10:33 +0000

I promised that we had a line up of engagement sessions to post that were long overdue – and I’m keeping that promise. Next up is a fabulous couple from Locust Point, Dena & Brian. When I met them in their charming row home in the city it reminded me so much of how my life used to be when I met my husband. However, these two definitely have (at least) one up on me as Brian popped the question IN PARIS. That’s right, Paris. So, again, if anyone reading this knows me, I don’t need to say how enchanted I was by not only their story but all the things we had in common. I am truly punching myself that it took me this long to post this session, which I LOVED shooting. Dena & Brian were so much fun and they came equipped with very well-planned locations that were true representations of their life together. Starting at the Fort McHenry National Park, we got to take advantage of the fall brilliance along the path where these two take their daily jogs together. Next up, a little pub called Hull Street Blues Cafe that was stone’s throw from their home and where they have spent more than one or two romantic nights. Finally, we hit the pier along Under Amour ‘s headquarters where the sun passed behind the city and gave us a great backdrop to close the session. So finally, after many months, here are a few shots from our journey through their favorite nooks in Baltimore.

whitney & max – engaged :: philadelphia area wedding photography

Jenna Walcott — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:39:17 +0000

With Valentine’s Day being the highlight of this week it seemed appropriate to open today’s blog with a fun engagement session – the first of many on the way to celebrate this season of love! When I first spoke with Whitney on the phone, I knew instantly we would be a great fit. She was so easy going, fun to talk to, her wedding plans to marry her love on their family’s farm made me salivate and then – the icing on the cake – her beloved was a brewmaster – maker and lover of beer – by trade. So, if any of you reading this actually know me, there isn’t much more to say. I was sold and finally, elated, when they chose me to document their wedding day. On the day we met up for their engagement session, Whitney and I had already spent some time together at Iron Hill Brewery in Wilmington so we were feeling pretty comfortable, but it was the first time Jim and I had met Max. The chemistry between these two love birds was amazing. I was so excited to embark upon the journey from her grandmother’s chapel, to their favorite ancient bookstore (the amazing Baldwin Book Barn) to finally their doorstep in West Chester where Max proposed. I felt like I had been invited into so much of their story that I was overwhelmed! Finally in the end, we all shared a lovely pint on their patio and in observing casual conversation after a fun afternoon of photographing, it was beyond obvious why these two were perfect for each other.

Whitney & Max – I’m so excited to be a part of your day! Looking forward to that wonderful day in May!

caitlin & chris – married :: philadelphia area wedding photography

Jenna Walcott — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:22:22 +0000

Caitlin and Chris were planning for a winter wedding in late November, but got one of the most mild and beautiful days a Northeast winter has yet to see! There was sunshine and warmth both indoors and out almost as if Mother Nature herself put her seal of approval on this couple’s union. Everyone was ready for a fabulous party from the start – and emotion ran high. Proud and beaming parents, ecstatic friends and family and a couple madly in love! Caitlin and Chris were romantic and tender as can be at their engagement session in Society Hill, Philadelphia, so I knew exactly what to expect from them. With everyone they loved around them, they celebrated with an immeasurable amount of heart and soul! I was so excited to be a part of their day and wish them decades upon decades of happiness!