Boudoir Photos – You know you want to! | Minneapolis Boudoir Photographer

Sexy. Beautiful. Empowering. Gorgeous. WOW.  These are just a few words heard from clients who have been a part of a boudoir photo session with Jessica Barker Photography.

Back by popular demand, we are hosting another boudoir event just in time for Valentines Day.

INVESTMENT ~ $250

Includes:

• The setting – a beautiful hotel suite in downtown Minneapolis
• Wonderful hair and makeup services by a licensed cosmetologist
• Complementary white wine and champagne
• Light snacks
• An unforgettable 1-hour photo session with Jessica Barker – feel free to bring a friend (for their own photo session or for moral support!)
• 15 photos (color and black & white) in an online gallery within 1 week
• A custom designed album of your 10 favorite images (5×5” black fabric covered album – upgrade the album to 8×8″ for $50 or to a custom cover for $25)
• Image discs are available for purchase as well: 2 photos = $40, 5 photos = $75, All photos (15) = $150

Three dates are available for your session.  Note: Each session time is 2 hours.  The first hour is for your hair and makeup and the second hour is for your photo session.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH

OPEN                        3:00 – 5:00pm

OPEN                        5:00 – 7:00pm

BOOKED                  7:00 – 9:00pm

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH

OPEN                        10:00am – 12:00pm

OPEN                        12:00 – 2:00pm

OPEN                        2:00 – 4:00pm

OPEN                        4:00 – 6:00pm

BOOKED                 6:00 – 8:00pm

OPEN                        8:00 – 10:00pm

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH

BOOKED                   9:00 – 11:00am

ABOUT BOUDOIR

Boudoir photography involves creating intimate and romantic images of a woman, most commonly wearing lingerie. Boudoir is a French term that refers to a bedroom which is the setting for these images. Having these photos made is a rising trend for women across the country – from brides giving an album to their fiancé on their wedding day to women taking photos for themselves. It’s fun to have a day of pampering with hair and makeup and then have some beautiful photos taken afterwards. Women always leave the photo shoot feeling more confident and many say it was a liberating experience.  Jessica will provide guidance during the tasteful photo session to accentuate only your most fabulous features. Bring your favorite lingerie, nylons/tights, high heeled shoes, a sexy hat, pearl necklaces, or even a men’s dress shirt.  I promise, the experience will be unforgettable!

Little Miss Lindsey | St. Paul Infant Photographer

On a hot and humid day in early June, I met Lindsey and her family at a beautiful home on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for her garden photo session.  She is sitting up, loves to smile and shows off her 2 bottom teeth.  Mom and Dad as well as Grandma and Grandpa were on-hand just in case I needed some extra help, but Lindsey was a dream to photograph. We even changed her clothes three times!

I have had the opportunity to make beautiful photos of Lindsey for both her newborn and 3-month portraits.  I look forward to her 9-month session where the whole family will join in the fun!

Near the end of the session, a falcon came and watched. It was so tame that it allowed me to get pretty close to snap this photo. I hope you enjoyed Lindsey’s blog post!

My Name is Earle | Minnetonka Pet Photographer

Sweet-faced Earle and his Mama, Andrea, came to the studio in March for a chic and very fun photo session to capture Earle as a just-over-12 week old puppy. Andrea came prepared with tons of treats and several props, but my favorite were her legs in heels!  Earle was so fun when he arrived – he barreled into the studio and attacked me with love and licks.  After settling down a bit, he listened well and posed for several amazing photos that Andrea will treasure for a lifetime. I hope you enjoy these photos of Earle and his adoring Mama. I will never forget this session and the fun we had.

By the way, you may recognize Earle as one of the nine Save-A-Bull-Rescue puppies on Sarah Beth Photography’s blog. The second photo is Earle! Can you see the resemblance?

Mama loves Crossfit!

Look at those paws!!

What a difference a year can make! | Personal

Last year on this day, I started the next chapter of my life. I chose me. I chose my family. I chose my life. I left my full-time corporate job and leapt, yes LEAPT, into my photography business. I was overwhelmed by the support from my friends, family and colleagues… YOU.

Fast forward 12 months, 90 photo sessions, and hundreds of clients… I am so proud of how far I have come both professionally and artistically.

Have I been scared? Of course.

Was I ever nervous about making ends meet? Yes.

Have I questioned my decision? NO.

I worked harder. I dug deeper. I learned more. I set goals and I conquered them.  The bottom line was: I trusted myself as a savvy business owner and stayed true to my personal beliefs and ethics.

2011 has been a great year so far and it’s only getting better. The great leap of faith is not finished. I am still leaping.

Lindsey is Pretty in Pink | Hopkins Infant Photographer

Meet Miss Lindsey!  She stopped by the studio for her 3-month session.  I had the pleasure of taking her newborn photos last fall and now look how big she is! I love her sparkly eyes and that little grin is especially lovable. She was awesome during the session even though we changed her clothes lots of times. I think she liked being in just her diaper the best!  Enjoy these photos from the session and Happy Monday!

Spring Fling Boudoir Marathon | Minneapolis Boudoir Photographer

HAPPY SPRING! It’s time to come out of hibernation and have some fun. Queue my Spring Fling Boudoir Marathon – an excellent reason to get out of the house (with or without a couple girlfriends) and make some beautiful, tasteful and sexy photos of you for your significant other.  Summer 2012 brides – your husband-to-be would LOVE this as his wedding gift.  No significant other? No problem!  Take them for you – it’s a great way to boost self-confidence and feel absolutely beautiful in your own skin.

INVESTMENT ~ $250

Includes:

• The setting – a beautiful hotel suite in downtown Minneapolis
• Wonderful hair and makeup services by a licensed cosmetologist
• Complementary white wine and champagne
• Light snacks
• An unforgettable 1-hour photo session with Jessica Barker – feel free to bring a friend (for photos or for moral support!)
• 15 photos (color and black & white) in an online gallery within 1 week
• A custom designed album of your 10 favorite images (5×5” black fabric covered album – upgrade the album size for $50 or to a custom cover for $25)
• Image discs are available for purchase as well: 2 photos = $40, 5 photos = $75, All photos (15) = $150

Note: Each session time is 2 hours.  The first hour is for your hair and makeup and the second hour is for your photo session.

SATURDAY, MAY 7TH

BOOKED             2:00 – 4:00pm

BOOKED             4:00 – 6:00pm

OPEN             6:00 – 8:00pm

OPEN             8:00 – 10:00pm

ABOUT BOUDOIR

Boudoir photography involves creating intimate and romantic images of a woman, most commonly wearing lingerie. Boudoir is a French term that refers to a bedroom which is the setting for these images. Having these photos made is a rising trend for women across the country – from brides giving an album to their fiancé on their wedding day to women taking photos for themselves. It’s fun to have a day of pampering with hair and makeup and then have some beautiful photos taken afterwards. Women always leave the photo shoot feeling more confident and many say it was a liberating experience.  Jessica will provide guidance during the tasteful photo session to accentuate only your most fabulous features. Bring your favorite lingerie, nylons/tights, high heeled shoes, a sexy hat, pearl necklaces, or even a men’s dress shirt.  I promise, the experience will be unforgettable!

Kara’s 1-Year Photos | Minneapolis Toddler Photographer

Remember when you were 10 years old and you met a friend at camp that you SWORE you’d keep in touch with forever? That’s exactly what Keith and I did in the mid-80s and we never looked back. When he told me he was expecting a baby with his beautiful bride, Jamie, I couldn’t have been happier. Keith and Jamie have this love that can be seen outside their bodies – it exudes from them and embraces those around them like a warm blanket. I love this family! I had the supreme pleasure of capturing Kara’s newborn photos last February and once again this February just before she turned ONE.

I couldn’t resist making the Kara Monster collage as a surprise gift for them. I hope you enjoy these photos from our session at the studio as well as at the Walker Art Center.

Cuddly Cora ~ 8 Days New | At-Home Newborn Photographer

Little Miss Cora was so sweet during my photo session with her. She was wide awake the entire time and didn’t make a peep. She loved watching me and even was able to snuggle up in my new cocoon from Baby Hattitude. A little background on this sweet girl… she is the first child of a couple dear friends from college. She is a little miracle baby who held on for as long as she could before joining her parents in early December at just 5 pounds 3 ounces. She is happy and very healthy – we are all very thankful for that! My daughter and I just went up to visit her again this past weekend and she has grown a lot. We couldn’t get enough of her. Here are some of my favorite photos from the our photo session when she was just 8 days old.

The Cross Kids | Hopkins Studio Photographer

In the summer of 2009, I had the supreme pleasure of  taking photos at Heather & Darcy’s wedding. The joining of their two families was a beautiful thing – the love was so apparent. Fast-forward to this winter when Heather asked me to take some in-studio photos of their beautiful kids. It was a cold day, but the kids braved the chill to take a few outdoor photos in their new hats and mittens.  Thank you, Heather, for allowing me the pleasure of spending time with your family! It was a marvelous day!

Beautiful Allison | Studio Newborn Photographer

When Allison’s Mom called to book her newborn session, I jumped for joy! This beautiful baby girl joined a family that is near and dear to my heart. I worked with Allison’s Dad at Target for many years. I always called him my big brother even though I’m older than him.  When their first child was born, I gifted them an in-home photo session to capture the beauty that was their newborn son, Blake.  Here are some favorites from our photo session at the studio. Isn’t she a doll?  I couldn’t get enough of her and I hope you can’t either.