First Communion Sessions

Tuesday, June 1, 2021

First Communion Sessions

First Communion Sessions are for best friends too! These two adorable girls in their beautiful dresses were a dream to capture. It’s such a nice idea to share a milestone session with someone who means so much.

About First Communion Sessions

I offer Communion sessions at pre-scouted locations throughout New Jersey during the spring, summer, and fall. I capture at numerous gorgeous NJ Arboretums (permit fees required and are additional) as well as free parks. Locations depend upon your preferences. We work together to find you the perfect location for you.

The session is exclusive just for your child. Each personalized session is approximately 30-45 minutes and includes 10-12 hi-res beautifully edited fine art images. The session is $350 plus tax. You are welcome to bring a bouquet, a bible, rosary beads and any other items you would like to include. There is an additional fee to add family members, please inquire.

Session Reservations

I offer a limited number of communion sessions throughout the spring and summer months. So, be sure to book your session early. In case of inclement weather, we simply reschedule for another day. To inquire about available dates, please email me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com. The full session fee is required at time of reservation to hold your date. All session payments may be made at jacquelinebellefleurphotography.bigcartel.com.

Please note, some parks are busier on the weekends, so please consider weeknights when the parks are less crowded.

For information on available sessions, please visit investment. Communion galleries may be viewed here.

“Sometimes you will never know the value of the moment until it becomes a memory.” ~ Dr. Seuss

“If you don’t think photos are important, wait until they’re all you have left.” ~ Missy Mwac

2021 Mommy & Me Sessions

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

2021 Mommy & Me Sessions are here. We are celebrating Mother’s Day in the lavender fields and with a daisy picnic and vintage yellow Karmann Ghia!

2021 Mommy & Me Sessions are the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day in beautiful photos. This is the gift Mom will never forget! Give her the gift she will cherish the most – captures of her with her little(s).

Mom is always capturing the photos, so let’s make sure she is in them! From fields of lavender, beautiful parks, fountains and a new urban factory setting, these carefully selected locations will offer a beautiful array of backdrops for gorgeous captures.

The Lavender Fields *NEW!* Limited Availability! – Saturday & Sunday, June 26 & 27 – option to add a baby goat at an additional charge
Daisy Picnic with the Vintage Yellow Karmann Ghia *NEW!* – Monday, June 14 & 21
Fountain and Park *NEW!* – Thursday, June 17
Ivy & Rose Garden *A Client Favorite!* – Thursday, June 3 & 10
Urban Factory Hip and fun! *NEW!* – Sunday, June 6

*pictured: This is the actual car we will be using for the Daisy Picnic Yellow Karmann Ghia sessions! So pretty! This is my inspiration for the setting. There will be bouquets of daisies, lamb’s ear/daisy garland and wreath, a yellow/white checkered picnic blanket and a white picnic basket. Just perfect for some early summer fun with the littles!

Investment – Sessions are $425 plus tax. The Lavender Fields & Karmann Ghia sessions are $525 plus tax. A $250 non-refundable session retainer is required at the time of reservation. Your balance will be due the week prior to the session. All sessions are subject to NJ State sales tax. No refunds, no exchanges.

Details – Each session is 30 minutes and includes 10 beautifully edited, hi-res digital images via digital transfer. Additional images will be available for purchase at an additional charge. All sessions will be held in the late afternoon (after school) at a beautiful location within 30 minutes of Cranford two hours prior to sunet. The Lavender Farm is located in Milford, NJ.

Please be flexible and make sure you are able to save the rain date prior to booking.

To reserve your session, you must have a date confirmed prior to making payment. Please email jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com to reserve a date and time. Sessions will not be held without payment, sorry, no exceptions.

Rain Dates
The Lavender Fields – week of June 28 (TBD) *bloom is limited – you must be flexible, most likely rescheduled for the next following weeknights
Daisy Picnic with the Vintage Yellow Karmann Ghia – Tues, June 15 & 22
Fountain and Park – Friday, June 18th
Ivy & Rose Garden – Friday. June 4 & 11
Urban Factory – Sunday, June 13

Sorry, no family photos with both parents. No shared sessions. No refunds. Dads, if you would like a Daddy & Me Session with your littles, please contact me. All precautions will be taken due to COVID. Masks are strongly encouraged until your photo sessions begins. Most locations will require wearing masks unless we are actively capturing.

https://madlavenderfarm.com

First Communion Photography

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

First Communion Photography

First Communion Sessions are now available for reservation for spring and summer.

Tulips, daffodils, cherry blossoms, and the colorful rose gardens of early summer will be blooming before we know it. I cannot wait. It’s such a beautiful time of year. Just perfect for capturing your child’s Communion pictures. It’s not surprising that the most popular months to capture are April, May, June and September.

I offer Communion sessions at pre-scouted locations throughout New Jersey. I capture at numerous gorgeous NJ Arboretums (permit fees required and are additional) as well as free parks. Locations depend upon your preferences. We work together to find you the perfect location for you.

Session Reservations

Please note, some parks are busier on the weekends, so please consider weeknights when the parks are less crowded.

I am strictly following all COVID safety precautions – all clients are asked to wear masks on-location. And, with the lenses that I use, I am able to stay a safe distance from clients.

For information on available sessions, please visit investment. Communion galleries may be viewed here.

“Sometimes you will never know the value of the moment until it becomes a memory.” ~ Dr. Seuss

“If you don’t think photos are important, wait until they’re all you have left.” ~ Missy Mwac

Capturing Life!

Monday, March 1, 2021

Capturing Life! Well, you may call this an outtake, but I call it LIFE. Life with kids. And, theses captures become total GEMS to include in your family albums. It’s REAL LIFE. Kids will be kids and capturing their true spirit is what it is all about!

During Family Sessions, I focus on capturing the full family, siblings, each parent with each child, moms with the kids, dad with the kids, individual photos of the kids, mom and dad together, and finally some silly, fun photos of the family laughing and having fun.

And of course, the family ALL smiling at the camera….and a beautiful silhouette. All wall and photo album worthy!

Capturing Life! Family Sessions with Jacqueline

I wish I could stress how much I encourage and love family sessions. How many of you have photos with your lovely littles? I honestly don’t have enough. Why? I am always the one taking them (as are most moms).

When I look back at family photos from my childhood, I have two images with my parents and siblings together. Just two! I’m betting that I am not alone. I encourage you to think of family images in a different way and with an additional purpose. We love to post pics of our children all over social media, we all do it. One day, when your children are young adults and become parents, they will ask for images of their childhood with YOU. They will be making memories with their kids while re-living theirs. So let’s not make the same mistake as past generations and let’s celebrate the family in photos, the ENTIRE family, and capture the moments that will be cherished when your children are old enough to truly appreciate it.

There is nothing greater than a capture of a loving family laughing and smiling together.

“Sometimes you will never know the value of the moment until it becomes a memory.” ~ Dr. Seuss
“If you don’t think photos are important, wait until they’re all you have left.” ~ Missy Mac

Reservations

To reserve a Family Session, please contact me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com. Fall dates fill up quickly, so please plan well in advance.

Finding the right clothing is the hardest part of a photography session. Find one inspiration piece and build outfits from it. My favorite clothing brand is Joyfolie for women and girls.

For more family sessions, please visit the blog.

Newborn Baby Butterfly

Sunday, February 14, 2021

Newborn Baby Butterfly. I love capturing newborns and creating art. Having this stunning piece just completes the nursery. I strive to provide every client with a special composite piece that matches their requested color and the baby’s nursery. Nothing like having a little masterpiece of your new little masterpiece!

Newborns with Jacqueline

Custom newborn photography is like no other type of photography. It is very special and requires an investment of trust in the person that will be working with your precious new baby. Your photos will be cherished memories forever and heirlooms to future generations.

Why Jacqueline?

Value and quality are two of the most important things to me and my photography business. I’ve been honing my craft and capturing newborns for over 11 years. I take great pride and care in capturing and creating babies as art. My goal is to provide each client with a beautiful gallery that will become worthy of premium gallery wrapped canvases for walls and beautiful coffee table books that will adorn living space for years to come. These captures will become the gifts the grandparents are waiting for. That’s why I provide a substantial gallery of 25 images. Clients receive 8-10 poses with 2 backdrops as well as buckets and baskets, parent photos, and a special composite fine art piece selected just for baby.

The actual session is only the beginning of creating precious memories. After your session I will spend an extensive amount of time selecting and editing the best images for you.

Session Details

Newborn sessions take place in my studio in Cranford, NJ. Sessions are scheduled within the first 7-10 days of life. Scheduling during your pregnancy is preferred as my schedule fills months in advance. Babies rarely arrive on their due date, so once baby arrives, we adjust your session date should we need to. If baby has already arrived, please inquire regarding session availability. It is VERY important to ensure the ideal timeframe. During the 7-10 day window the baby will be super sleepy making the session more successful.

Reservations

If you are ready to book your newborn session or have further questions, simply send an email to jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com or contact me at 917-750-0188. Once a session date is mutually agreed upon, a retainer of $200 plus tax is due upon booking to reserve your date. A payment link will be provided. I am willing to hold your scheduled date for 24 hours, but your date will not be guaranteed until your retainer is paid. The remainder of the fee ($1050 plus tax) is due on the day of your session.

To view more newborn galleries, please visit the blog.

Visit Parenting for great new parent resources.