Buy a Gift Certificate.

What you will need:

Camera, Child, Suckers, Editing Program, Razor blade, Photo Printer or Access to consumer photo lab

Step One: Get the Image!

Getting the image “just right” can prove to be the trickiest part of this project. You’ll need to try different angles and focal lengths. The first image I thought about using was one with a shallow depth of field (DOF)  meaning  just my son’s fist was in focus. I liked the image you see on the left, but decided I wanted one where his face was in focus and his fist was slightly out of focus (read blurry). So, we will be using the image on the right. When you take your photo it will take practice and it is up to you to decide if you want your child’s face in focus or just their hand.

Step two: Create your Valentine!

The next step after you get the image for your Valentine is to process it in an editing program, and create your Valentine template. You can create this yourself if you are savvy with your program or you can find pre-made templates free or for purchase.  I like to use colors that correspond to the image and created our Valentine template around the golden yellow pulled from my son’s shirt.

Step three: Print in wallet size

The average wallet size is 2.25×3.25. You should check what dimensions your lab uses before creating your template.

Step four: Cutting

Step four requires a razor blade to cut small slits above and below your child’s fist on each wallet sized print. Be careful not to cut yourself and protect the surface beneath the print.

Step five: Adding the suckers!

When you begin to put the suckers into cut slits of the image you must be very careful not to rip the print. If you are having trouble sliding the stick of the sucker into the holes try using the razor blade to make them a little wider.

The Finished Product!

Thank you! This sale has ended.

I am so very thankful for each of my clients, and to show my appreciation I am offering deep discounts on portrait sessions and products through Monday, November, 28, 2011. Session gift certificates may be used on any new session. Buy one for a gift or pre-purchase them for yourself!

Portrait Session Sale: 50% off all session gift certificates!

Individual Portrait Session: Includes 60-90 minute session, up to 20 edited proofs and your choice of a 2 digital files OR a print collection including one 11×14, one 8×10, and 16 wallets.

Family Portrait Session: Includes immediate family members in a 60-90 minutes session, and your choice of a 3 digital files OR a print collection including one 11×14, one 8×10, two 5x7s, and 16 wallets.

Newborn Portrait Session: Includes a 3-4 hour session within the first 10 days following birth, and your choice of a 2 digital files and 1 digital announcement OR a print collection including one 11×14, one 8×10, 16 wallets, and 10 birth announcements.

Mini Portrait Session: Includes 30 minute session for 1-2 people with 5-8 edited proofs and your choice of a 1 digital files OR a print collection including one 8×10 and 16 wallets.

*Gift certificates valid for any session booked after December 1, 2011. Not valid with any other offer or discount. One gift certificate or promotion per session. Missouri sales tax and flat rate shipping of $5 for each session is added to the gift certificate cost. Baby Step Plans and Wedding Collections are not included in this sale.

Digital Collection Sale (Sale includes a digital copy of all session images.)

Digital collections are also on sale! Wishing you would have purchased the disc from your 2010 portrait session? It’s not too late! Order any session disc from 2010 for only $250. (Regular price for a full session disc is $500.) 2011 portrait session discs may be purchased for $365*, and you may pre-purchase a session disc for any session held in the remainder of 2011 through the end of 2012 for $395!

There are only 115 days left until Christmas!

That’s right! 115 days! The holidays will be here before we know it. Just take a look around the stores and you can see the holiday ware trickling in! As you prepare for this holiday season don’t forget about YOU! When is the last time your family has had their portrait taken? The time is NOW! Do not wait another year or “until you lose those few extra pounds.” Update your family portrait, order a gift certificate or gift prints and your Christmas cards in one session. Fall portrait sessions are limited and booking quickly!

Contact me to schedule your appointment!

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When Jenn Hughes Photography reaches 1500 fans on FB another session will be given away!

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The summer Family Mini Session includes a 20-30 minute session in a beautiful outdoor setting at Paradise Park in Oregon, Missouri. Each session includes immediate family members and 6-10 finished proofs to choose from. (If your immediate family is larger than 6 people an additional fee will apply.) A la carte print and digital pricing is also available.

When: July 23, By Appointment Only
Where: Paradise Park in Oregon, Missouri

Packages: Packages are not limited to one pose. Pick and choose your favorites for each print! Wallets are printed 8 to a sheet.

Please email me at contact@JennHughesPhotography.com or call 816.646.3992 to schedule your session! *A deposit of $112.70 is due to confirm your appointment. This applies to the smallest package, and you may always upgrade.

Download the package price guide here!

Open Times:
9:00a – Phillips (3)
9:40a – Donovan (3)
10:20a – Furr (4)
11:00a- McCully (5)

4:20p -
5:00p -
5:40p -
6:20p -
7:00p- Despain (3)

Gallery expired? Contact Jenn to Re-host your gallery FREE for today only! Offer expires March 17, 2011 at 11:59pm. Orders must be paid via PayPal or check.

NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER PROMOTION OR DISCOUNTS.

Starting at just $50 plus tax and shipping!

Includes a 15-30 minute session, 1 background with real beautiful flowers and LIVE animals! Also includes 5 to 8 poses to choose from. A la carte prints are also available. This set-up is not intended for adults. For family sessions please contact me about full pricing.

*For safety infants under the age of 1 month may not have pictures taken with the animals. Infants under 3 weeks must book a full session. All clients must sign a waiver to have photos taken with the animals.

When: March 26, 9a-3p OR March 27, 9a-2p
Where: St. Joseph, MO (Located next to art.i.facts, across from Darcee’s.)

Packages: Packages are not limited to one pose. Pick and choose your favorites for each print! Wallets are printed 8 to a sheet.

A: $50: (Savings of $95!)
1: 8×10
2: 5x7s
4: 3x5s

B: $75 (Savings of $125!)
1: 8×10
2: 5x7s
4: 3x5s
16: Wallets

C: $100 (Savings of $195!)
2: 8×10
4: 5x7s
4: 3x5s
24: Wallets

D: $150 (Savings of over $375!)
1: 8×10
2: 5x7s
4: 3x5s
16: Wallets
Disc of Images with print release

Please email me at JennHughesPhotography@gmail.com or call            816.646.3992       to schedule your session! *A deposit of $58.85 is due to confirm your appointment. This applies to the smallest package, and you may always upgrade.