Jennalee Photography

Our Christmas Photo 2011

2011-11-25T15:53:00.001-08:00

Took this yesterday for our Christmas card picture. Not sure how I am going to output it. Kinda tired of the Costco photocards. Thinking I'll get some card frames and stuff the pic in the frame. Still thinking about this one.

Hollywood Sign

2011-08-05T07:32:00.000-07:00

With a little persistance and gps it's possible to get about 100 yards from the Hollywood Sign. The roads get narrow, and you might get discouraged and think you are driving on private property, but if you keep trying its possible to get pretty close. What a fun day....

2011-07-04T10:12:00.000-07:00

Invasion Beach Party

Beach

2011-06-28T09:09:00.000-07:00

The best thing about summer is getting to go to the beach. I love to watch the kids boogie board and build sand castles. Lately Henry has been digging holes. I always watch for dolphins swimming by and of course people watch. I wish I could go to the beach all year long.

Henry and Kimmy looking for sand crabs.

Cloe is trying to hang with the big kids, what's in the bucket?

Henry in one of his holes. The lifeguard told him, no deeper than waist deep, awh that's no fun.

And of course, eating watermelon with a touch of sand, yummm.

Father's Day

2011-06-17T16:34:00.000-07:00

Hmmm, what do you get a dad who has everything? That seems to be a question I ask myself every year. So I decided on a photo collage. Super easy super fun. Just have to pick up a frame. I think it will like nice in his office. Thanks dad for everything. You are so good to us.

sepia or muted color

2011-05-05T20:58:00.000-07:00

I don't have a sepia setting on my editing program, but I'm sure the lab can convert,

but, I'm also liking this muted color look too.....

Soccer Photo Shoot

2011-04-21T19:21:00.000-07:00

Calvary Soccer Team photoshoot for today. We had overcast weather, so it was perfect.

This ones my favorite, just cuz I'm partial to my boy.

and Jillyan never takes a bad picture. She should be a model.

2010-12-21T16:24:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas! Whew. I got my Christmas cards out today. Hopefully they will get to their desinations before Christmas, if not they will become New Year's cards. Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful Christmas. I'm wishing, Faith, Love and Hope for all.

2010-12-21T16:18:00.000-08:00

I didn't actually take this picture, but I edited it. It's nice to be on the end and have availability to crop, ha. These are my mom friends from the kid's school. This is the last year that we will all be together, it will be the last year at Calvary for a few of them. It will never be the same. But we have made everlasting friendships that have meant so much.

2010-12-17T04:46:00.000-08:00

I found the best location for the photoshoot and it has been forever since I've been there. The Fullerton Arboredem has beautiful settings with trees of every variety and color. I don't remember it being so colorful. The Griffin's met me there for their Christmas card shoot.

Griffin 2010

2010-12-05T21:23:00.000-08:00

Griffin 2010

2010-05-05T05:14:00.000-07:00

2010-04-20T18:28:00.000-07:00

My favorite neighbors and their friends who are getting married tomorrow. Congratulations Diana and Chris.

2010-03-28T06:40:00.000-07:00

Does time fly or what? My baby is 11. And such a good boy. He makes me proud. He's so good at so many things, but the best thing about him is that he's so kindhearted. He sees a friend in everyone and is so helpful, and he can make a mean pancake.

2010-03-14T12:27:00.000-07:00

Spent the day with the kids on Mt. Baldy, which is just about an hour and a half from the house. The weather was beautiful and the skiing and snowboarding was great. The kids actually wore me out.

2010-02-03T19:10:00.000-08:00

2010-01-30T14:06:00.000-08:00

I saw this band of adventurous kids leaving the backyard and had to stop them in their tracks and capture what looked like to be an afternoon of fun in a covered wagon. Those were the days weren't they. I remember the forts and tree houses and imaginary trailers and campers. Endless days of fun. I still live for the weekends and the getaways, even if they're much fewer and far between.

2009-12-29T09:57:00.000-08:00

Thought I would put together a collage of recent work and have a business card or postcard made up. This is what I came up with so far. These are all photographs taken in the last 4 months. Let me know if you need an appointment. Its time for those 2010 photographs.

2009-12-28T07:27:00.000-08:00

We had a lovely Christmas brunch, here at the Lee house. I made baked Monte Christo and Monkey Bread with fresh fruit. The Monte Christo recipe came from a scrapbooking friend of mine. The kids really like it, so I think it might become a Christmas tradition.

Our tradition is to open presents on Christmas morning. The kids used their presents last Tuesday when we hit the slopes at the local mountains, so there wasn't much to open up under the tree, but we carried on the tradition anyway. It was a very quiet and peaceful Christmas. I wouldn't have it any other way.

2009-12-24T08:17:00.000-08:00

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Wow, its come so fast. Hope your Christmas is a blessed one and that you cherish your tine with friends and loved ones. I am looking forward to relaxing and taking in the gifts, the people God has blessed me with in my life.

Sports

2009-12-13T22:04:00.000-08:00

I wouldn't really call myself a sports photographer, but with all the sports my kids play I have had the opportunity to dabble in photographing soccer, softball, swimming, volleyball and now, basketball. I suppose it's good practice. They sure move around a lot though, and I'm not sure if I like the gym lighting. I prefer natural light, but I'm glad for them they get to play in the gym.

2009-12-01T14:28:00.000-08:00

My daughter's favorite History teacher and his family have a house that backs up to the Newport Back Bay. We found some really great spots for some family portraits. Love the geometric shape of the drain pipe in contrast to the organic setting.

2009-11-28T23:13:00.000-08:00

Henry woke up and looked out the window and said, "Mom, it's snowing!" "No, it's not" I said. "Yes, it is" he insisted, and it was true. We woke up in Idylwild and it was a white Thanksgiving. Were we prepared? No. Not after running the 5K Turkey Trot in Dana Point in 80 degree weather the day before.

2009-11-14T22:03:00.000-08:00

Had to share my space with another photographer today at the park. That was a little akward. "Are you going to use this tree?" In any case, we had fun and found some good settings. Diana, I made them black and white, as oppose to gray.

2009-11-08T08:02:00.000-08:00

Family photoshoot with two of my favorite families, inculuding Lucky and Abby.

2009-11-02T04:51:00.000-08:00

One more pic from yesterday. Just relaxing at the beach. Wish everyday was like that.

2009-11-01T17:50:00.000-08:00

Beach photoshoot today with the Jernigan's. What a great family and so easy to photograph. Can't wait to get these proofs to them so they can make Christmas cards.

Pumpkin Races

2009-11-01T06:06:00.000-08:00

The 1st annual pumpkin races happened across the street, and it was so much fun, we are talking about having turkey races on Thanksgiving.....frozen or thawed, I'm not sure. Still working out the details on that. Happy Fall, and Halloween.

Beach Photo Shoot

2009-10-31T10:51:00.001-07:00

I'm going to be at the beach for a photoshoot tomorrow from 2-5, if anyone needs Christmas Card Pictures, give me a call. Bring your smiles with you.

Jenni and Brian's Wedding

2009-10-25T17:16:00.000-07:00

Photographed Jenni and Brian's Wedding and two receptions yesterday. I have 500 pictures to edit. It was a beautiful day, and a very fun time. The guys had fun in their kilts.

2009-10-22T19:44:00.000-07:00

Got my school pictures back and they came out pretty good for a school pic I'd say. This is my 11th year at Calvary, guess that makes me a junior.

2009-10-21T21:42:00.000-07:00

Ten days and counting until the great pumpkin races and carving session. Henry cannot wait. He was even ready to practice on a cantalope today.

Go Eagles!

2009-10-01T20:18:00.000-07:00

2009-09-27T10:15:00.000-07:00

What a happy couple. Can you tell. I spent the afternoon at Sunset Beach yesterday, photographing the Butler wedding, then spent most of the morning this morning editing. Just about ready to send them off to the printer for proofs. Congratulations Kory and Jeff, (aka. Mr. and Mrs. Butler) Need info on my wedding photography, contact me at jenniferalee@sbcglobal.net

2009-09-25T09:02:00.000-07:00

Got to spend the day yesterday at the Getty Villa with my Jr. Highers. We had a great time looking at antiquities from Greece and Italy. The weather was beautiful. Can't wait to plan another fieldtrip. Maybe the LACMA or OCMA or the Getty Center??????

First Day of School

2009-09-20T17:40:00.000-07:00

The first day of school is always bitter sweet. The excitment is in the air, with new teachers and new classes, but there is also a sadness in the air, in the loss of summer and free time and sleeping in. Its always a tough transition. Don't know if I'll ever get use to it.

2009-09-14T15:21:00.000-07:00

This a a first in a really long time. The Bishops all together in one place for a picture. It makes me happy.

2009-09-05T16:13:00.000-07:00

Photoshoot with my two favorite subjects, still getting use to my camera. I really like it. I am shooting a wedding in September and one in October, so I am getting lots of practice. Let me know if you have subjects you need pics of.....

Street Fair

2009-09-05T09:24:00.000-07:00

The International Street Fair in Orange happens to fall on the hottest weekend of the year and yet its something we never miss, even if we just go to get a bratwurst and then leave. This year we saw some of the Calvary boys playing in their band and ran into a lot of friends old and new. Its just one of those things you don't want to miss when you live in Orange.

2009-09-04T12:48:00.000-07:00

Me and my girls, including this one, Maimi, love to meet downtown in the circle and have cherry on top. I could eat froyo for breakfast lunch and dinner. Is there a 12 step program for yougurt, cuz I think I have an addiction.

2009-08-31T14:34:00.000-07:00

Highlights from the soccer games this weekend. Don't know why soccer starts in August. It was a 100 degrees out there, and the boys still managed to play tough.

2009-08-28T07:39:00.000-07:00

Took Oliver into the vet today to get caught up on his shots and to get fixed. Guess he will come home all drugged up with a cone on his head, poor guy. But I guess this means his license will be cheaper, and he won't pee on everything. There's the silver lining.

Getty Villa

2009-08-21T05:47:00.000-07:00

Getting ready for a fieldtrip with my jr. highers, so I went to the Getty Villa in Malibu to get a feel for it before I bring my classes. I have never been before and didn't realize the extent of the collection of greek and roman sculpture there. My mom and I had a really nice time. We recommend doing the headset tour, and getting the chicken wrap at the cafe.

2009-08-11T21:39:00.000-07:00

Went to the beach today with 3 boys and I didn't bring my camera. I just needed a break from lugging it around. I love it, but its big. Been thinking aobut these girls though, off at surf camp for a few days. Hope they are having fun. Miss mine.

2009-08-10T10:42:00.000-07:00

Just a few highlights from our week on Catalina Island. We had a nice relaxing week and took lots of pictures. We layed in the sun and swam in the ocean and ate lots of ice cream. Good Times!

2009-08-01T09:11:00.000-07:00

It's a tradition to go to the fair every year, no matter if you have a stomach bug or not. Of course, none of the food sounded anygood, so that was a relief for my wallet. Thanks Jill and Co. for putting up with my lack of energy, and thanks everyone for being my photography subjects, had to document that we were there and had some fun.

Weekend Challenge

2009-07-25T17:46:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite photographers is Tara Whitney. I love checking out her blog and I noticed recently she has started a weekend challenge, so I thought I would stretch my photographic ability and play along. Her challenge this week is 1-3 self-portraits. Fun Huh. Doncha just love taking pics of yourself? I feel the same way, but I got out the camera and stood near the sliding glass door to get some natural light and here is the result. Thanks for the challenge Tara. You can check out her photography here.

O.C.Crush

2009-07-12T22:50:00.000-07:00

O.C. Crush won the Championship of the Triple Crown 12U Softball Tournament in Park City, Utah. Go Crush!

Happy Fourth of July

2009-07-03T16:21:00.001-07:00

Here are some pics from last year. Hoping to get lots more this year.

2009-06-30T08:40:00.000-07:00

Just a few action shots of O.C. Crush in action this past weekend. Crush families let me know if you want prints.

2009-06-25T15:37:00.000-07:00

One week into summer, can you tell we're loving it?

2009-06-25T12:55:00.000-07:00

O.C. Crush after practice, hanging out together. Thanks Mrs. Carpenter for dinner.

2009-06-21T23:19:00.000-07:00

Meet Audrey Elizabeth!

2009-06-21T22:14:00.000-07:00

Some of my favorite subject matter.