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About Jenny Swanson Photography

I am a mother, wife and photographic artist. I specialize in family, graduating senior, and maternity photography in Saint Louis, MO.

I have a romantic life view. I love seeing passion in every circumstance and believe everyone and everything has beauty. I use this passion and beauty to inspire my photography. I like to build each session around the client: what do they love? what inspires them? what feelings do they want to convey in their photographic memories? how do they want to decorate their home with their memories? ...I look forward to making your memories into art!

A + L Engaged | DeKalb Engagement Photographer

I just love this couple… they’re sweet, fun, and always joking around. Plus, they’re our great friends! I switched-up my regular outdoor evening session for a split evening + fun literary location – perfectly fitting for them. :) Congratulations A and L! We’re soo happy for you!

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Nature Lovers | Sycamore Portrait Photographer

I had the awesome opportunity to photograph these two sweet gals yesterday. They love nature, horses, and the great outdoors. Our session was at Runaway Ranch in Sycamore and the owner was very helpful and accommodating. Here’s a sneak-peek! Hope you love them as much as I do!

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Beautiful Horses | Maple Park Photographer

This incredible shoot was a month in the making. Two gorgeous ladies, two thoroughbred horses, and two photographers to capture all it’s fabulousness (you can see Heidi’s images on her facebook page)! The concept for this session was based on my love of yummy light, frilly girly clothes, and the beauty of nature. What’s better than a gorgeous girl wearing a tutu on a horse? How about two of them?!! I photographed the whole session with my canon 85mm 1.8, wide open.

Hope you love them as much as I do! Cheers!

Tutus by
Tutu Rockin’ Designs AND Lily Bella Couture

Hair Pieces by
Bee’s Boutique AND Zandie Boutique

 

 

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Post Processing | DeKalb Portrait Photographer

I had a good response to my recent before/after post-processing share. So, I wanted to share another Before/SOOC (straight out of the camera) and After image. It’s always key to get the best image straight out of the camera and then to use post-processing for enhancement and clean-up. I removed a few distractions from the background and made slight adjustments to color and exposure. Enjoy!

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Luxe Wallets | DeKalb Portrait Photographer

I’m very excited to announce a new product! I am now offering Luxe wallets! They are perfect for seniors but will be available to all my clients since they’re so much fun! Do you LOVE them?! Book your session by August 15th to get a Free Luxe Wallet upgrade!

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Before & After | DeKalb Photoshop Retoucher

I was digging through some old (circa 2007) images and found this mess of a jem! Decided to edit it up and show the before (sooc: straight out of the camera) and after. Edits made: stray hair removal, dress strap fix, and skin cleanup, along with general exposure fix.

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Miss L | Chicago High School Senior Photographer

I absolutely love photographing High School Seniors! They’re young, beautiful, and so much fun to work with! The weather was perfect for our session and the evening light was divine. I was even able to try out my tent + field idea that’s been in my head. :) Miss L did an amazing job in front of the camera, just gorgeous!

 

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V Family | Aurora Family Photographer

I had a fun evening with this beautiful family yesterday. Baby L gave me so many smiles! What an adorably photogenic little boy. Here’s a sneak peak from the session… Enjoy!

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And the Winners Are….

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And the winners for Jenny Swanson Photography’s 300 Fan ‘Something for Everyone’ Giveaway are….

#1: Erin Valentine! She wins the outdoor, on-location photo session from Jenny Swanson Photography + a $200 product credit!

#2: Sarah! She wins all the props and designs from the vendors!

WINNERS, please contact me within 48 hours to claim your prize! Contact via jenny@jennyswansonphotography.com or facebook

Again, the Terms and Conditions: Winners were chosen via Random.org. Winners are announced on the blog, not publicly on Facebook per Facebook’s rules. Winners have 48 hours to claim their prize, after which a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.  The photo session must occur within the 15 miles of the DeKalb/Sycamore, IL area or 20 miles of the Brooklyn Park, MN area and must be completed before October 30, 2011. Weddings, events, and studio sessions do not qualify for the free session. Free session has no cash value and can not be donated to any third parties. Jenny Swanson Photography will mail the majority of props to the winner. Some props and designs, such as store credits, must be redeemed through each vendor’s Etsy or Facebook store. By entering in the giveaway, you agree to all the terms and conditions.

 

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300 Fan ‘Something for Everyone’ Giveaway!

 

 

Welcome to my little corner of the web! In celebration of reaching 300 fans on Facebook, I decided to host a ‘Something for Everyone’ giveaway! There will be TWO winners!

(1) someone who wins a full on-location session and a $200 product credit with Jenny Swanson Photography!

(2) someone who wins ALL the awesome props and designs donated by my amazing vendors

That’s over $600 in prizes and something for everyone… both my photographer and client fans!

 

How to enter: It’s easy!

  1. Decide which giveaway prize you’d like to receive: (a) free session  (b) ALL the props & designs!
  2. ‘Like’ my facebook page. Then ‘Like’ all the amazing vendors. Be sure to browse their pages and leave some love. You can tell them that “@Jenny Swanson Photography” sent you (using the ‘@’ symbol will create a link to my fb page). Without these vendors my giveaway would not be possible, so make sure to like each one of them!
  3. Come back to this blog post and leave a comment that you liked all the pages AND specify which prize you want to win: the session or ALL the props/designs! (if an entry doesn’t state the prize, it can’t win).
  4. Bonus entry: add a link to your facebook wall saying “I just entered @Jenny Swanson Photography’s ‘Something for Everyone’ Giveaway worth over $600 in prizes!” Include the link: http://www.jennyswansonphotography.com/blog/?p=459 Then come back to this blog post and leave a comment stating that you posted the link about the contest AND specify which prize you want to win: the session or ALL the props/designs! (again, if an entry doesn’t state the prize, it can’t win).

That’s it!

A little fine print: Terms and Conditions
Contest will close the week of June 27th at 11:59 CST.  Winners will be chosen via Random.org and announced on June 28th. Winner will be announced on the blog, not publicly on Facebook per Facebook’s rules. Winners have 48 hours to claim their prize, after which a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. You must be 18 or older to participate. The photo session must occur within the 15 miles of the DeKalb/Sycamore, IL area or 20 miles of the Brooklyn Park, MN area and must be completed before October 30, 2011. Weddings, events, and studio sessions do not qualify for the free session. Free session has no cash value and can not be donated to any third parties. Jenny Swanson Photography will mail the majority of props to the winner. Some props and designs, such as store credits, must be redeemed through each vendor’s Etsy or Facebook store. By entering in the giveaway, you agree to all the terms and conditions. If you have any questions, ask!

Now, a HUGE thanks to all our vendors for these AMAZING PRIZES…

 

Prize #1:  Free Session!

Jenny Swanson Photography ($280 value)

 

 

Prize #2:  Props & Designs – Everything Below!

 

Bee’s Boutique

Handmade Fascinator and bands ($35 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Bethyboop’s Sweet Things

Multi Floral Clips with Headband ($30 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Double Diva Designs

Photoshop Templates: $25 Etsy Gift Certificate ($25 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Fashion Touch

Hat and Legwarmer Set ($35 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Izzy Mae Stitches & Style

Vintage Rose Beaded Headband ($20 value)

Facebook |   No Etsy

 

Just Dandy Creations

Adorable Newborn Owl Hat ($30 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

L’amour de Bébé [The Love of Baby]

Green with Blue & Yellow Floral Tie ($14 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

** ALL Entrants can use coupon code ‘jenny20′ for the 20% off her store!

 

 

Misty Mays Photography & Design

Newborn Peacock Headband ($20 value)

Facebook |   No Etsy

 

Pudgy Budgy Boutique

Hat of the winners’ choice & size, including shipping (aprox $25 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Sugarbumps Creations

Iron-on Appliques (aprox $15 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Tutu Rockin’ Designs

Tutu of the winners’ choice & size, including shipping (aprox $20 value)

Facebook |   No Etsy

 

Yummy Design Studios

Photoshop Templates: $25 gift certificate ($25 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

Zandie

$20 gift certificate to Etsy Boutique ($20 value)

Facebook |   Etsy

 

 

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