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Let’s Go Party

Monday, September 11, 2023

Let’s Go Party Valentina! It’s a PINK birthday session. And, I LOVE it! Bright, Sassy and FUN. It’s amazing how one summer movie can influence the love of HOT BRIGHT PINK. But, I’m all in on this one. Who wants a PINK session? Can someone take my pics, please? I want to join the fun on this one.

Happy 6th Birthday Valentina! I’ve been capturing Valentina since she was a newborn. What a doll! It’s been a joy to watch her grow into this sweet young girl.

Let’s Go Party – Birthday Sessions, Celebration Sessions, and now THE PINK Sessions

Let’s have some fun with all this pink! It’s doesn’t need to be a celebration or birthday. Let’s just capture a moment in time when your little one is obsessed with a certain toy and a huge block buster movie. Now booking The PINK Sessions. It’s a studio session filled with PINK – pink balloons, a pink chair, and your little one’s name printed on a sign with a pretty awesome font (I’m happy to share my vendor so you may order a sign of your child’s name).

The session fee is $450 (plus tax) and includes a 30-minute session and (12) digital hi-res images edited to perfection. ONE day only. Sunday, October 22. Sessions are very limited. Clothing choices are up to you but I am happy to make recommendations.

Reservations

To book your PINK Session, please email me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com. I am happy to discuss session details and best clothing choices. I require a $200 retainer to hold all sessions. The balance of the session is due the day of the session. Your digital images are delivered via an online gallery within 14-21 days following the session date.

To view more Birthday Sessions (our Princess Sessions), visit the blog here.

Holiday Sessions

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

The Holiday Sessions for 2023 are here!

Fall is almost here and that means it’s time for FUN, FAMILY, and PHOTOS! I have a limited number of holiday sessions available so please reserve early. I am thrilled to introduce a Jacqueline Belle Fleur Photography first!

Rustic Barn Holiday Sessions ~ NEW!
Friday, October 20 (One Day Only!)
This beautiful rustic barn will be our backdrop and your holiday attire will be all the Christmas flair needed. If you love the bohemian look, this location is for you. Check out Joyfolie for dresses/clothing for moms and girls. It’s the perfect resource.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place on location near Freehold, NJ. Raindate: Friday, October 27

Holiday Sessions in the Park ~ NEW!
Sunday, October 22, Monday, October 23 & Tuesday, October 24
This is the perfect session to focus on family. Wear your holiday attire and we will use the beautiful backdrop of the park. It’s perfect for just children and/or families.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place on location near Bloomfield, NJ. Raindate: Wednesday, October 25

The Tree Farm ~ Returning Favorite!
Sunday, October 29 (One Day Only!)
There is no other way to describe these sessions but FUN, FUN, FUN! I strongly encourage parents to join the kids for these sessions. I bring a few cute props (a pine ladder and a red wagon) and we even add a little star magic to the fun (post production). And, doggies are welcome (they look super cute in the wagon)! They are part of the family too!
20 minute session
great for all ages (kids only and/or families)
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax (includes permit fee for the farm)
Sessions take place on location near Manalapan, NJ. Raindate: Monday, October 30

Christmas in Red ~ Family Studio Portraiture (NEW!)
Sunday, November 19 (One Day Only!)
There’s nothing like fine art studio portraiture to make your holiday photos stand out this year. It’s a Jacqueline Belle Fleur Photography first. For one day only, I’m offering Family Holiday Sessions in the studio. These sessions can be formal (suits, dresses) or informal (holiday sweaters and jeans) – the choice is yours. And, it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the most popular color of Christmas…RED! The entire set is a lush red – red drop, red floor, and red boxes for posing. This set complements many holiday colors – red, green, gold, silver, aqua, pink – feel free to be creative. Of course, I am always happy to help with clothing suggestions. See the inspiration board below which includes the actual backdrop.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place indoors in Mountainside, NJ.

Full Family Sessions (My Favorite!)
September, October & November
If you want stunning keepsakes of your family – this is the session for you. Perfect for your walls or a gorgeous coffee table book, these captures also make great holiday cards and cherished holiday gifts for the grandparents. The Family Session is what I personally choose every year for my own family (and yes, the grandparents get albums and gallery wrapped canvases every year for Christmas). Field, barn, park, urban, beach – the location is up to you. Of course, I am happy to make recommendations. Please inquire for availability. Travel fees apply to all locations outside of a 25 minute radius of zip 07016 (NJ Shore sessions are $1095). Park permit fees if applicable are additional.
30 hi-res digital images edited to perfection, digital download
$895 plus tax
*Please note, these are non-holiday themed sessions but you are more than welcome to wear holiday themed clothing.

What happens if it rains? I only reschedule holiday sessions in case of inclement weather. I make rescheduling decisions the morning of the session (usually around 9am). I will reschedule your session for another date along with the other families. PLEASE be flexible. Most times I will not be able to reschedule for a weekend date. If it was up to me, the sun would shine every day!

What is the difference between holiday sessions and full family sessions? A holiday session is holiday themed and is considered a “Petite Session” – it’s a shortened session (20 minutes) and only includes (12) images. A full family session is one hour, geared specifically for your family, includes many more poses, and produces 30+ images. The full family sessions generally are not holiday themed which make them great for decor on your walls and holiday gift giving for the family (grandparents love framed prints and photo books of their children and grandchildren). After all, grandparents have everything, why not gift them what means the most?!

Why schedule a weeknight? Some locations have become overcrowded on the weekends with patrons, families, and photographers. Things have changed so much since I began capturing families more than 13 years ago. More and more parks are now requiring permits and permit fees (which increase your session fees by starting at $100 per hour and more). Weeknights for locations are very quiet, allowing you more on-site locations/set-ups, and ultimately photo options. It allows me to capture at the free locations without the crowds.

2023 Holiday Sessions – Reservations
I will have a limited number of sessions available. Please reserve early. To reserve your holiday session, please contact me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com. Once a date and time for your session are agreed upon, a link for retainer will be emailed to you. A $200 retainer will be required for reservation. All retainers are due within 24 hours of your reservation. If not paid within 24 hours, your session will become available to another client. The balance of your session will be due 2 weeks prior to the session date. A link for final payment will be emailed to you.

Sorry, there are NO refunds or exchanges.

Fall Family Photos

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

It’s almost fall and that means it’s time for Fall Family Photos and planning your session. A beautiful family and a gorgeous garden equals the most stunning family captures. This family photo session was a dream. Book now and catch the Jersey area gardens at peak in September and early October.

Fall Family Photos – 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.

Reservations

September is the most overlooked month of the year! The gardens are at peak and the weather is beautiful. Weekday sessions are held just prior to sunset making after school sessions completely doable. Most of the locations are much more quiet on weekdays too.

For more information or to reserve a Fall Family Session, please email me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com. I am happy to make recommendations that will best fit your family regarding dates, locations, and even clothing choices.

“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

For more Family Sessions, please visit the blog.

My favorite clothing for family sessions is Joyfolie and JCrew.

Mommy & Me Photos

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Mommy & Me Photos are a must! Moms – you need to get into the photos with your children. I always stress this to my clients. Your children will so appreciate seeing these photos on your walls and in your living space as albums, prints, and gallery wrapped canvases. I capture Mommy & Me Photos throughout May and June. These sessions are wonderful Mother’s Day gifts so be sure to share this idea with your hubby! Gift Certificates are available in any amount.

Mommy & Me Photos – Details

Mommy & Me Sessions are $425 plus tax. There is an additional fee for The Lavender Fields (please inquire). Each session is 30 minutes and includes 10 hi-res digital images via digital transfer. Additional images will be available for purchase at an additional charge.

To reserve your session, you must have a date confirmed prior to making retainer payment. There is a $200 retainer to hold your session date. The balance of $225 will be due the date of the session. Please email jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com to reserve a date and time. Sessions cannot be held without the retainer. Sorry, no exceptions.

If you would like one of these sessions as a family session and to include Dad, the total session fee is $595 plus tax. No shared sessions with friends or extended family.

Let’s explore some of NJ’s beautiful parks together and capture gorgeous images! For more Mommy & Me session info, please visit the blog here.

Lavender Sessions

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Lavender Sessions are SO GORGEOUS! The fields are stunning. But, don’t blink. The lavender blooms for such a short window, usually for just a few weeks in June. It’s a good idea to plan in advance. Lavender Sessions are perfect for family, maternity, mommy and me, and child photos (young to teen). Let’s collaborate and get you into the lavender. I promise you will have the most stunning captures and memories.

Reserving a Session

The lavender blooms beginning in mid-June and lasts for 2-3 weeks. Planning ahead is a definite! For more information regarding 2023 Lavender Photos or to reserve a session, please contact me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com.

To view another glorious session in the lavender fields, please visit the blog.

Sessions with Jacqueline

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

Mad Lavender Farm