Hello world!
- At August 28, 2013
- By Jen
- In branding, COMMERCIAL, Design, Engagements, Families, HS SENIORS, Music, Photography, WEDDING
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So excited to have recently re-defined the Jennifer McKenna Photography brand online experience! Here in this new site, you will now be able to find projects, portfolios, blog posts, and other photography service & business information all in one place. If you’ve read or followed my blog in the past, you’ll be the first to note that getting around to posting isn’t my… forté. But with this new all-in-one space that I’ve finally had the chance to create, I’m hoping to bring about a little more buzz =) I’d love to keep you in the loop about current and past shoots, as well as add a lot of content to both the site and blog section, to bring you more info and more inspiration.
KIDS
WEDDINGS
EQUINE
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Castle in the Clouds | a Michael Tallman Wedding
- At March 12, 2012
- By Jen
- In branding, Photography, Travel, WEDDING
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So January 2012 has come and gone – note to self: don’t make declarations of a commitment to your blog and then fail to follow through!
To be fair, January proved to be unpredictably busy (packed with client web projects and a move) and February flew by while I tied up unfinished work and took care of administrative duties. One of which, I am happy to report, is a new blog/website/online service facelift – keep an eye out for that! But I can’t let all that keep me from sharing some of the beauty I’ve witnessed this past year. Today I’d love to start playing catch up by highlighting my growth into the wonderful world of wedding photography…
I’m lucky enough to be able to share with you a select set of images that I took shooting for Michael Tallman back in September. The beauty of New England in the fall certainly has no bounds, in my book. Add a group of family and friends brought together by a couple’s love and commitment to one another – magical evening.
This breathtaking wedding location is appropriately titled, “Castle in the Clouds”
Happy Holidays!
- At December 14, 2011
- By Jen
- In branding, Families, Holidays, Music, Photography, styling
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Happy Holidays from Jennifer McKenna Photography!
Starting in the new year, I will be back to blogging again. Start checking back in after the holiday season and until then have a safe, cheerful, and cozy few last weeks of 2011.
Jen
Dolphin Organics | Dolphin Baby Photo Shoot & More
- At October 04, 2011
- By Jen
- In branding, COMMERCIAL, Families, Photography, Studio, styling
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It is high time I sneak in a rare post! I’ve been meaning to blog about the amazing time I’ve had so far working for the Dolphin Organics™ team… Creating visual pieces to accompany their brilliant (and benevolent) brand of baby care products has been really special. Not only are these shampoos, bubble baths, and conditioners safe on the most sensitive of skins, but they also come with a wealth of knowledge-nuggets that we as health-conscious consumers will value among the highest of priorities for ourselves and our families. How often is it that we read the labels (or even can, upon attempting) of the products we’re using in our lives… We care about the quality of our air and the safety of our food, so why not be savvy too about the products we’re using on our skin! Dolphin Organics makes this all too easy with their “truth in labeling” mission to educate, but also simplify the process, by providing the clearest of labels and messages. You can check out the bottle in my images below and see for yourself.
This commercial work was a wonderful fit – happy, real, and personality inspired. How about those genuine smiles and gorgeous faces! Cheers to happy and healthy children, and a whole lot of giggles and fun…
April Flowers & May Showers… and a pretty striped sundress
- At May 19, 2011
- By Jen
- In branding, Design, fashion, Photography, styling
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It’s been week full of rain so I hope I can find the time to go take some dramatic shots before the sun comes out again. Monday morning I passed over the Tappan Zee bridge, driving into a navy/grey storm cloud that brightened the beams against its darkness, and made them mysteriously disappear ten feet above the roof of my car. It was as beautiful as it was eerie… the words “Life is Worth Living” stuck out on a sign to my right, and rain drops steadily fell to my windshield as the wipers continued to sweep them away.
Whenever it’s unnaturally dark for a particular time of day, I always get this odd calm feeling, like there is something frozen and different about the moment, leading us to unwed our minds from that hour to hour minute to minute routine. I like new perspectives like this (even when I’m not shooting); Chris knows – I’ll stand on a chair or lie down on the floor… Before you say I’m crazy, let me remind you that this is healthy for your brain! The novelty helps sharpen your mind:) But back to the memory… what really struck me was that rather than the grey, colorless, muddy hue that sometimes comes with this kind of weather, I was surrounded by a brilliant, blue soulful tone, like those you see at twilight, and it was extraordinary. I only wish that next time I won’t be the one holding the wheel!
On to the photos.
In between the few commercial assignments I’ve been working on for a new, amazing company who will launch later this spring/summer, I was able to make a quick trip up to the great city of Boston. Talking business and catching up with my friend, Mimi Phan, was such a treat! We discussed branding, photography, and future growth of Jennifer McKenna Photography – and I’m lucky to have her input and talent. We also had time to sneak in a brief styled shoot, complete with twirls and a very photogenic sundress 🙂 Here she is, charming and chic:
Mimi shoot Part II includes quite possibly my favorite shot of the day, along with a quick trip to the Apple store (which of course seemed photo worthy, despite potentially unoriginal)
Billy the Kid | Guitar Soloist webpage
- At May 11, 2011
- By Jen
- In branding, Design, Music, Photography
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Hi all – posting a small set of photos taken for the “Billy the Kid” webpage I created last month. It is finally up online and can be accessed here.
Tweet, Tweet. I updated my design for Twitter and…
- At February 10, 2011
- By Jen
- In branding, Design, Photography, Specials
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I will have a Facebook page out in the next day or so… excited!
Web work…
- At July 27, 2010
- By Jen
- In branding, COMMERCIAL, Design, Music, Photography
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Wrapping up a website project for Cove City Sound Studios… and yes, I would like to get a new portfolio of my work up soon!
New Projects | Jennifer McKenna | Long Island Web & Print Design
- At January 11, 2010
- By Jen
- In branding, Design, Engagements
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Congratulations again to Paul & Rachel who announced their engagement this past summer. We have just finalized a monogram to be used throughout their wedding materials. I was so pleasantly surprised by the response I got from this gracious bride, that I felt I should share the design and her happiness with you all. If my future clients are even half as excited about the pieces I deliver, I will be one lucky girl.
January has so far proven to be a busy and productive month – website design concepts abound, and at some point, I’d like to have some featured projects posted over at jennifermckenna.com, home of my design site (sadly, still only holding my version of an “under construction” page =).