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Embracing the Simple Joys: The Gallegos Family
Nestled amidst quiet fields and under the expansive sky, the Gallegos & Brooks families find solace in the serenity of their farm life. This was our second year taking photos on their family land, where the two households live in peaceful harmony and escape the hustle and bustle. Read more
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A Big Thank You to Our DFW Heroes
While others run away from trouble, these selfless heroes run toward it to rescue those in danger. When the opportunity to participate in an appreciation event came up with DFW Portraits for Heroes, I jumped at the chance. This event was founded in memory of our 9/11 heroes and it continues today to thank those… Read more
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Rebekah & Antonio are married!
An intimate ceremony at their church and a beautiful park made for the perfect intimate wedding. A few weeks prior to their wedding, I received and email notification that this couple was getting married soon and were looking for a photographer. They had received my information as a referral from a friend, and they loved… Read more
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DFW Portraits for Heroes
A special thank you to our local first responders and military personnel. I am hosting charity sessions in partnership with Dallas Fort Worth Portraits for Heroes. This event offers a complimentary photo session (valued at $299) and 5 high resolution images suitable for printing (valued at $250). This event began in memory of our 9/11… Read more
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How to Rock Your First Wedding as a Second Photographer!
All photos from this post were taken by Poplin & Pine for Jolie Jo Photos on March 11, 2023 When I first started my photography business in 2020 and up until the end of 2022, I swore off weddings. I had heard nightmare stories about unhappy brides, freak accidents during weddings, failed memory cards— you… Read more
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A styled session at The Melissa Barn
One of the first recommendations I received from fellow photographers when I asked for tips on getting into weddings was to attend styled sessions. What is that? Glad you asked! Styled sessions can be for any kind of “event” but in my area they’re typically for weddings. The host will have models and vendors set… Read more