Blue Dress Barn Anniversary Session

Very best wishes to one of our favorite wedding couples, Amanda and Ron. The couple said their I dos and threw a fabulous bash at the Blue Dress Barn in Millburg, Michigan near St. Joseph four years ago. We've had the privilege of watching their family grow as they've had two beautiful little girls which you may have seen baby sessions on our blog previously.

Celebrate Mothers Day with Tulip Time Pictures

Join us on Sunday, May 2 and Saturday May 8 for Tulip Time Pictures. Appointments are required for these $59 sessions that are the perfect Mothers Day gift. There are a few sessions left, so call us at 269.468.8454 or email jennifer@jmstudios.com to reserve your spot.

The session fee includes a $40 print credit and a $20 gift certificate to La Dee Da Children’s Boutique in downtown St. Joseph. Each session will also receive one photo entry into the Baby and Child Portrait Contest for a chance to win up to $5000. And every child sporting an adorable outfit from La Dee Da will also be eligible to enter Jennifer Mayo Studios and La Dee Da Children’s Boutique Facebook contest for a chance to win a clothing and photo package valued at over $300.

Notre Dame Wedding

Whether it's for work or just for fun (or a little bit of both) it is always a pleasure to visit my alma mater, The University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. We photographed Caroline and Phil's wedding at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart the summer before last. Having spent several years on Notre Dame's campus, I am very familiar with just how beautiful the campus really is. Notre Dame has a great mix of stunning architecture and natural greenscapes. From the magnificence of the Basilica to the intimate and reflective setting of the Grotto there is always a unique location to photograph at Notre Dame. Or if you’re an animal lover the Saint Mary’s Lake is always packed with some very friendly ducks that will gladly stop over and quack for a picture. Caroline and Phil's reception was held at the beautiful Tippecanoe Place Restaurant in downtown South Bend.

Be sure to check out our facebook fan page to see even more images from Caroline and Phil's Notre Dame wedding.







And I'm really not biased just because I'm an ND grad... we are not the only ones that think Notre Dame is a beautiful place. It was ranked in America's top ten "most beautiful college campuses. On September 2009 at structureHUB.com .

Spring Mini Portrait Sessions - $59

Spring Mini Sessions are here. If you're a parent or grandparent of young children and local to the St. Joseph, Michigan area, you'll want to be sure not to miss our Spring Mini Portrait Sessions. We're now scheduling mini sessions for the coming weeks. There are several themes to pick from including rides on the Silver Beach Carousel, lillipop kids and tiny dancers. We don't offer our discounted mini sessions very often and moving into the busy summer season, you probably won't see the opportunity again anytime soon. Mini portrait sessions are about 20 minutes long and are great for toddlers through grade school age children. Each $59 session includes a $50 product credit towards your print order. Mini session photographs will be a favorite for Easter and Mothers Day gifts... or even hold on to them for Fathers Day. Call the studio today to schedule your session, (269) 468-8454 or email us at info@jmstudios.com .

Also coming soon, check back soon for our new baby sessions... information will be available in the coming weeks.

Grace Ormonde Wedding Style - 2010 Platinum List

Jennifer Mayo Studios is honored to be included in Grace Ormonde Wedding Style's 2010 Platinum List. Members of this invitation-only directory are granted membership based on the style of their work, the quality of their services and a sincere commitment to excellence and customer service. Wedding Style's goal is to present their discerning readers with choices among the best wedding professionals in their respective fields.

Criteria for inclusion in the Platinum List include making available a portfolio of work, maintaining a professional website, providing client references and testimonials and maintaining a reputation of good business practices and ethics within the industry.

In a field overwhelmed with an influx of amateur photographers, our inclusion on the industry's leading couture bridal publication is a distinction of which we are very proud. For more information on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style or to search for other Platinum List vendors, visit www.weddingstylemagazine.com

Sexy Photo Booth!

It has arrived, check out the Midwest's sexiest photobooth at www.modphotobooth.com . They're also on Facebook and Twitter . Rentals are available for West Michigan and Northwest Indiana and travel is available to Chicago and extended areas of Michigan and Indiana. If you have a wedding reception, big birthday party, bat mitzvah or corporate event planned, you'll want to reserve your booth soon!

Happy Holidays!

Ok, so all of our Holiday cards didn't quite make it out. If you didn't happen to get one in the mail, here's one of our pictures. Although I sometimes complain that my own children do not cooperate when I'm taking their pictures at all, those are really some of the best moments that I will always cherish. Forget about looking at the camera and smiling... those pictures are totally over-rated. Never delete the pictures you have of your kids just being themselves. We plan to show this one to Sydney and Max when they are teenagers and probably not getting along as well as they do now.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Jennifer Mayo Studios!

The Wait is Over - Silver Beach Carousel & Ballroom

That's right, it's finally here... the Shadowland Ballroom and Carousel at Silver Beach are finally here. Tonight, I had the honor of attending the dedication ceremonies and even got to ride the Carousel myself. It's been a long time coming and was really breathtaking to see everything up and running in person. The Carousel is magnificent, the Ballroom is beautiful and the Curious Kids Discovery Zone will be a real treat for all of the local children (and their parents) in the area. The St. Joseph, Michigan facility will be open to the general public starting January 2. Carousel tokens are available as stocking stuffers at a discount (I bought 24!). I think you can get them at the Curious Kids Museum if you're interested.

We're looking forward to our 2010 weddings at the Shadowland Ballroom and to having even more fun riding the Carousel and visiting the Curious Kids Discovery Zone... even more reasons to visit St. Joseph.

More to come... we'll be at the New Year's Eve gala at the Ballroom.... I'm sure it will be a New Year to remember.

Silly Hats!

Many thanks to the families who participated in our Limited Edition Silly Hats Sessions on Saturday. Here's a few from one family's session. We'll be doing a handful more this week and next, so call the studio if you would still like to schedule a Silly Hat Session. Happy Holidays!

December 5th : Silly Hats

Call for your session appointment today. We'll be doing our Limited Edition Silly Hats sessions on Saturday, December 5th. Appointment are required. Silly Hats sessions are perfect for newborns through school age kids or even the whole family. Don't have any silly hats, give us a call and we'll let you know our favorite places to find them. Sessions will be scheduled at our studio just north of St. Joseph, Michigan. It's a convenient drive from South Bend and Niles as well as Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids.

Welcome Baby Lorelei!

Welcome to the world Baby Lorelei! Some of you may remember big sister Adelaide's one-year pictures from last spring. Adelaide's baby sister, Lorelei, has arrived and she is just precious. We were so happy to have her in the studio today. We photographed mom and dad's wedding several years ago at the Blue Dress Barn in Millburg just outside of St. Joseph, Michigan a few years ago and have been along for the journey with each new addition to the family. What a treat it is to watch the little ones grow. Thanks again to the whole family for a fun newborn and family session and for making the trip from the Grand Rapids area.

Perfect Christmas Gifts

Coming in December, we'll be starting our Limited Edition Silly Hats sessions. Sessions will be scheduled over several days at the beginning of the month and prints will be available in time for Christmas gifts. The Silly Hats sessions are great for newborns to school age kids, but we can even do them with the whole family. Don't hesitate to call for suggestions if you don't have any silly hats, we know some great places to get them. The $79 session also includes 1 8x10, 2 5x7s, and 8 wallets from the proof of your choice. We'll also be offering some great promotions on larger prints and products too. Call or email us today to reserve your session.

(269) 468.8454 or jennifer@jmstudios.com

State Street Window Display

If you've happened to take a stroll down State Street in St. Joseph, Michigan during the last 5 days, you may have noticed that Jennifer Mayo Studios has a fabulous new window display right between Kilwins and Sherwin Williams (ok, I guess I'm a little biased). We're still putting some finishing touches on it, but I must say it turned out very nice. Hugs and kisses for my hubby for building the wall and platform, and painting them, and installing them, and hanging the LCD display... ok, I guess you get the idea. Be sure to swing by periodically as we'll be updating the LCD presentation with new images including some from our upcoming Silly Hats sessions next month not to mention some gorgeous beach weddings we photographed right in St. Joe this summer.

Be sure to stop by Kilwins while you're downtown for some excellent icecream. It's never too cold for icecream, but they have fantastic fudge and candies too.

Congratulations Danielle & Aaron

Congratulations to Danielle and Aaron who tied the knot in Lansing, Michigan on May 30th!

Veils & Vows Cover

Be sure to pick up a copy of the summer issue of Veils and Vows if you live in the Michiana area or review it online here. The cover features a beautiful image of Alissa and Louis in front of the Amway Grand in Grand Rapids. The bride and groom will be celebrating their second wedding anniversary this August along with their new baby!

Congratulations Kate & Fred!

Congratulations to Kate and Fred who tied the knot on Saturday in beautiful downtown Grand Rapids! The First Park Congregational Church ceremony was followed by a fabulous reception at the JW Marriot. Kudos to whoever picked out desert. Check back soon for a featured gallery on our website as soon as the proofs are finished.