All these kids have such amazing stories of determination and spirit. I wish I could share all their stories with you....

Dr. Sudha Gateway Pediatrics

See below for project details.......

http://www.gatewaypediatricsaz.com/ This doctor is great! She hired me to take pictures of her special needs kids at her practice. The project has touched my heart in a way a didn't know it would. It just proves to me how strong our spirits really are dispite our situations and circumstances. This one boy imparticular brought that to light. He could barely hold his head up let alone his body, and his mom put him on the ground next to some stairs... he was determined he took his whole body, his head included and climbed those stairs. It was such a neat experience to see.... I have loved working on this project and hope to continue to do projects like this in the future. I have included some of my favorite pictures from the shoots... more to come as we are scheduling more sessions at the end of the month.

I also wanted to commend the parents of these kids, they are truely HEROS!

New ORGANIC Clothes line

This organic clothes line is a must have! My kids love the clothes, very soft and comfortable, not to mention great for the environment!!!! It's also great for kids with sensitve skin because it is so soft and breathable! Great for gym clothes or play clothes etc...Big Fan of the line, if you can't tell :) check it out.... http://www.ohgeezorganic.com/


I will also post some pictures from Spring Break soon, of a Kaiya Eve session... they turned out adorable!

Spring Break

YEAH, its that time of year again... my kids and I and some friends are headed to Cali for a short quick trip to my all time favorite place, THE BEACH! I have always loved the beach, it brings a calming sense to me and centers me.... can't wait! If you need to get a hold of me I will be checking my jschomaker@hotmail.com account or call my cell 480.580.2783.

Ist part of Promotion winner

Sarah Brooks Congrats you are the winner of the TRALALA out fit! I still do not have a winner for most referrals.....for the SARAH BRIGGS earings......

BI- MONTHLY PROMOTION

K its that time again: Last month was awesome with 54 comments! That Rocked.... so lets see I want to do it on the same lines again...

To win : must answer question correctly first person to respond will be one Great Outfit from TRALALAINC.com http://www.tralalainc.com/

Next prize will be SARAH BRIGGS http://www.sarahbriggs.com/ earings for the most referrals from one person/ referrals must mention full name and who they were referred by and the correct answer to the question.


Question: What was the name of the latest magazine I was in?

HAVE FUN that's what its all about!

Happy Birthday Curious Cole!

Bella Magazine

Another great National Magazine, this time a trade publication: BELLA MAGAZINE

Wonderful source for photographers.

True Color

What's Your True Color?

My Result: Green

You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!

What are you?
http://web.tickle.com/rd/50651/color/index.jsp?testname=colorogt&resultid=C

ConGRATS! MAREN URKOV

YOU are the winner of an adorable Tralala Infant outfit: http://www.tralalainc.com

This is an ADORABLE clothing line, that I have had the fortunate opportunity to photograph... and your outfit is the adorable pink and cream dress on the home site.

Please give me your address and I will get that out to you ASAP! Thanks for all the BUZZ on the site!!!! Stay posted for next month keep checking back, there is always something GREAT to win here!

CONGRATS!!!

Congrats! to all of you who where chosen for the Kangroo Kids clothing line. It is a high end childrens clothing line, rugged and vintage... very cool... check it out.... http://www.kangarookidsclothing.com/.


Below are the kids that were chosen for the 2008 Spring/Summer line:

OOPS I'm Sorry

It has just been crazy here!!! So now I am playing catch up on the blog..... So let me start with a few things.... first I need to do a give away... SOOOOO

Question: What is the brand name of my favorite Petti skirt?

Who ever replies with the correct answer and the most referrals wins... referrals meaning, tell all you know about this site and brand and have them reply to this post with your name in the post somewhere and the correct answer. Must follow these directions to win.

This should be an easy one...


Speaking of this, I have an amazing project again with this AMAZING BRAND and I need two year olds- send me a snap shot of your two year old or forward this email. The designer- (hint) Kandi has a new line and has asked me to photograph it by Jan. 9th... so who ever I pick will get a complimentary session and one 5x7. Please forward all email to INFO@jschomaker.com and enter Kandi in subject as I can not give away the FABULOUS brand as I am sure you all know what it is by now.... until I have a winner :)

Happy New Year!

I will be out of town for the next two days celebrating the new year skiing and playing in the snow in Flagstaff! Yep, it snows in AZ crazy huh..... please contact me on my cell at 480.580.2783 if you need me

JUST FOR LAUGHS

K- on of my most favorite people introduced me to this group and I LOVE them... when I need a laugh I just click on this... this one in particular reminds me of me...its a good thing I like taking pictures, as I have such a hard time recalling some of my memories ..... the title is so appropriate!

Introducing : JENNY: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlYkIJVguCU

Another Fav: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOohBytKTU

Another FUN senior Session

What a great moment to capture, I couldn't help but think of myself with my daughter during this shoot. This girls mom is an author and has a great children's book out... I have a copy and my kids LOVE it... check it out...http://www.MariPriscillaHanson.com Great idea for X-mas!

Yep, this is the little guy on my home page... where does the time go... he is just ADORABLE. The parents have such an infectious smile I love seeing them!