courtney jade’s blog

I feel so lucky to have such amazing clients turn into friends. Emerson’s parents are just that, and I am SO happy that we have gotten to know each other over the past year! It seems like just yesterday I was shooting Lexie’s maternity photos, and now Emerson is already so grown up!

When they decided to do my “Baby’s First Year” plan, I was ecstatic because that meant that we would be able to build and grow our friendship even more! Lexie has the BEST ideas!! She went all out for Emerson’s 6 month session and got some super adorable outfits. It totally paid off, as you can see!

I, personally, am a huge fan of that adorable red swimsuit and matching cap by Janie + Jack, and the adorable flower headband by the very lovely Sew Whimsey!

I cannot wait for one year cake smashing fun with you guys!!! <3 Thank you for being so so wonderful!

This past Sunday I went over to my good friend’s house to do a mini photo shoot for some of her new packaging – which I will be highlighting in another blog post!! Read the rest of this entry …

I know it’s been quite a while since I have posted, I hope you can forgive me! I’ve been shooting non-stop since August, and it’s been near impossible to even think about blogging.
Anyways, I thought it would be fun to show you a little of what I’ve been up to!

Here are some adorable photos of Luketan + Matt!
They were recently engaged, and wanted some photos to remember the moment!
They are such a sweet couple, and I had a blast at our session. I can tell that they are a perfect match!

In honor of my 25th birthday on August 1st, I have decided to do my very first giveaway!! ::drumroll please::

I’ve chosen one of my all-time favorite places- Saint Cupcake!

One lucky winner will get to pick their six favorite cupcake flavors, frostings and sprinkles to be made into their own personal “cupcake kit”! The winner can choose to send the cupcakes to themselves, or anyone they want (in the Continental US)! Don’t miss out on this super sweet deal!!!

By this point, you’re probably drooling.
You’re also probably wondering “How do I win?!”

Details Shmetails

You will have FIVE chances to win by completing the steps below. A random winner will be announced on Monday, August 2nd. Here is what you must do to win!
**For you to have FIVE entires, you MUST leave each comment SEPARATELY**

1. “Like” Courtney Jade Photography on Facebook, comment back here that you did.

2. “Like” Saint Cupcake on Facebook, comment back here that you did.

3.  Share this contest on Facebook (please tag Courtney Jade Photography and Saint Cupcake in your post) and comment back here that you spread the word!

4. Leave a comment response to this question: “If you were a cupcake, what flavor would you be and why?”

5. Lastly, tweet about it and come back here and link to your tweet!

Please be advised that all comments are moderated by me. If you do not see your comment right away, please do not post again. I will moderate all comments as fast as I can

Good luck!!! May the sweetest little cupcake win!!!

It has been a long while since I have shot a newborn baby girl, so when Stephanie called me and set up a session for her new bundle of joy, I was super excited!!

Sydney was a great sport, I’m really happy with the images that we got from her session. I just love how cute her room is, (Great job Stephanie & Scott!) The green is such a pretty color! Sydney was just 9 days old in these photos, congratulations Stephanie and Scott, on your new addition!

Here are a few of my favorites from their session, let me know what you think.

The weekend before last I got to spend some time with my lovely, wonderful step-sister and her two fabulous children, to shoot some photos.

McKenzie is now three years old, and a little firecracker! She has got an opinion of her own and she’s more than happy to share it with you. I just love little personalities! It’s so fun to ask them silly questions and hear their answers. I’m convinced that child logic is amazing.

Then there’s the adorable Brady. He just turned one month, and this was the first time I met him. What. A. Doll. I could eat him up I love him so!! Congrats on the handsome baby boy Bowling family!!!

Sometimes, when I’m lucky, I’m able to get a photo of a child that is almost like a vision into their future. It doesn’t always happen, but it did this day. Maybe it’s just me and my eyes, but when I look at this photo, I see a much older McKenzie than just a three year old little girl. These are some of my favorite moments to capture <3 And isn’t she just gorgeous?? Watch out Steph, this one’s going to be a heartbreaker!!!

And who couldn’t love a face like Brady’s?? Just look at those eyelashes! They would make any girl i know completely jealous. Why is it that the boys are always the ones with the thick, beautiful, long lashes? Thank heavens for mascara!!

Thank you for letting me capture some special moments for you and your family Many more to come!!

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I seriously have the BEST clients!!!

I was surprised today with this adorable and perfect treat from my most recent bride and groom (who were married in Costa Rica).

Thank you SO much!!! It totally made my day, and it was just so extremely thoughtful of you two

They are YUMMY! I may have to re-work my logo after all of this delicious inspiration