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“Our family photo is 8 years old.”

Look at this beautiful family – I mean, just look at them!  It was a genuine pleasure to work with them, from their family shoot all the way through to their Ordering appointment.   Diane came to me wanting to replace the 8-year-old portrait that hung above their mantle with updated family portraits, but she wanted to recycle her beautiful frame.  During their Ordering appointment, I was able to show her 4 different ‘mock-ups’, so she could see exactly what her favorite photos would look like on her wall, in her very own frame.  I showed her what a beautiful group of gallery wrapped canvasses would look like too!

It’s been 3 months since my family and I moved to sunny Florida and I have to say, pre-move, I was working 18 hours a day with a fully booked calendar, and now most days, post-move, I’m watching the dust collect on my camera because nobody knows me yet in Naples/Fort Myers.  I know it takes time, and perseverance, to re-launch a business in an entirely new state, but I really love my job, therefore I love being busy!  In that spirit, you can only imagine how blessed I felt when I met Diane, Jason, and their awesome kids!  What a joy it was to work with this family – and like most of my clients, they just ‘get it’.  Family is their priority, and they don’t hesitate letting their kids feel that.  I feel rejuvenated and I’m reminded why I love doing what I do so.darn.much!

Scroll down a bit to see a few of their favorite family portraits.  Immediately below is what we designed during their in-person Ordering appointment.

If it’s been 3 or more years since your last family portrait, I welcome you to call, text, or email to set up a no-obligation consultation.  I will personally sit down with you to plan out the perfect shoot for your family.  We discuss clothing, location options, the specific needs of your family, and they style of photography you prefer.  I also answer any other questions you might have.  I look forward to meeting you!

Warmly,
Jenn Bates
Cell/text 239-207-0003
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Almost every mom I talk to laments about how hard it is to find the time for family portraits.  Furthermore, they always cringe as they tell me it’s been three or more since their last family photo.  If this sounds familiar to you, I welcome you to contact me.  Let me show you what you’ve been missing, and let me show you how easy I can make this for you.  CLICK HERE FOR MY CONTACT PAGE.  Or simply email [email protected].

If you’d like to see a few samples of recent family photoshoots, please CLICK HERE or HERE.

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At the end of every year, when I plan out the forthcoming year’s goals and objectives, my heart always leans towards philanthropy.  While I wish I had oodles of money to donate to my favorite charitable causes, the reality is I don’t.  But I DO have a desirable skill-set that works wonderfully as a donated item with the charitable fundraising efforts of my community.

This year, with the support of my generous clients, I’ve donated a multitude of portrait sessions in exchange for client donations and have raised money for numerous charities, including hurricane relief efforts, local animal shelters, Toys-for-Tots, adopt-a-family events, as well as a few personal projects that spoke to my heart.  My clients ranged from precious newborn babies to beautiful families to teens & tweens, a girls high school volleyball team, and even a pet photoshoot with their lovable humans.

It’s an honor and privilege to share my gifts with others and give back to my community.  To all my clients, I would like to take a moment to say thank you.  You trusted me.  YOU are why I do what I do – thank you for your patronage.

Please enjoy the slideshow below, showcasing some of the pro bono photoshoots I’ve done this year.

Warmly,
Jenn
Proudly serving Naples, Fort Myers and the surrounding areas

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…Because family pictures tell a story.  YOUR story.

This beautiful family and myself headed to a beautiful nature preserve in Fort Myers for their family pictures, taking full advantage of Southwest Florida’s fantastic weather.  The sun was absolutely perfect throughout our entire session.  Our session was so easy-going and I loved that. I had a great time getting to know this sweet family.  I’m honored to be the one to make “getting family pictures taken” a simple and fun event for them.

What to do with the digital photos from your family photoshoot

After their family pictures, when Cara and her husband came in for their Ordering appointment, I had multiple wall groupings pre-designed for them.  I can hear you saying, “What does that even mean, Jenn?!”  What it means is that you no longer have to guess what size portraits to hang, because my special software will help guide you towards the perfect fit for your own walls and I will personally help you select the best configuration, using your favorite photos.  You have no idea what you’ve been missing, but I’m happy you found me and I look forward to pampering you with my custom design service (included with every photoshoot!)  My goal is to make “Family pictures” effortless for you, in fact, I promise you that you’ll actually enjoy the process!

See you soon!
Jenn
Cell/text 239-207-0003
[email protected]
www.jenniferbatesphoto.com
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Naples Photographer Jennifer Bates

I’m so excited to be blogging this fun Best Friends photoshoot – I adore this age and Mackenzie and her lovable circle of friends didn’t disappoint!   The girls decided on sun-kissed Naples beach for their photoshoot, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect afternoon!!  I love the ‘winter white’ theme the girls had going and they definitely brought their A-game, their happy energy was picture-perfect!  I’m so excited to show these cuties the rest of their photos but until then, enjoy this sneak peek!

Strengthening self-esteem one photoshoot at a time

Parents, did you know I specialize in FUN, creative photoshoots for tweens & teens.  Simply put, I bolster their confidence and help them see how beautiful they are.  Our shoots are always fun with an edgy fashion/model-feel to them.  I’m proud of the rave reviews I’ve received from kids and parents, being a premier Naples photographer.  Shoot me an email, [email protected], or text, 239-207-0003 to inquire about booking your own photoshoot!  They make wonderfully unique holiday gifts!  Click here to purchase your very own Best Friends Photoshoot!  Specially priced for the holiday season.  Once your purchase is complete, I’ll contact to you to get your specific mailing address and will collect any additional details about your daughter, and her friends.  Easy-peasy.

Proudly serving Naples, Florida, Fort Myers, Florida, and surrounding areas, including Estero, Bonita Springs, North Naples, and Marco Island.

I look forward to infusing YOUR daughter with confidence! She will LOVE her photoshoot!

xo
Jenn
Cell/text 239-207-0003

Enjoy!
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Photography is an investment in your children and your family.  Beautiful portraits hung carefully throughout your home bring smiles, hope, and pride.  Portraits that are visible in homes have been proven to raise the self-esteem of children.  And let’s be honest, from frazzled-mom-to-frazzled-mom, walking by that beautiful gallery wrap of your child, showing a moment of pure blissful delight and laughter, helps remind us why we put our heart and soul into caring for our family, doesn’t it?  Seeing beautiful images of those you love on a daily basis creates a feeling of pride, peace and satisfaction that cannot be replaced by images on a computer or cell phone.  Below are some examples of the beautiful collections of portrait art I can provide for you.

If you want more  than a USB of digital photos, if you know  you’re too busy to get those digital files up on your walls, and if you’re like everyone else and need help figuring out what sizes will fit on your own walls, then I welcome you to come in for a complimentary consult so I can show you just how delightfully easy it is.  I’m a full-service photography studio – let me show you what you’ve been missing.

I look forward to meeting you!

Warmly,
Jenn Bates
Proudly serving the Naples & Fort Myers area.
Feel free to text or phone, 239-207-0003
Families – Seniors – Newborns – Beach

“You never truly own a family portrait, you merely hold onto it for your children and your children’s children.”

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