June, 2026 (May activity)
It's awards season!
*** 2026 (June) I apparently made it to the Top 10 Nominees for Charleston's Choice - voting ends 7/3 - vote here! This is another program I've not participated in previously, so please scroll to Photographer (they don't have it as a pet category) then Vote if you are so inclined. It really is an honor to be nominated though, especially knowing it's been pared down to just 10 from a very large pool of nominees. Programs like this can be so helpful to small businesses - let's see how far I can go!
I *may* have a cool announcement the end of June about something else too so stay tuned!
Speaking of awards, it FEELS like an achievement in this day and age, but Jack (who some of you know as Santa) and I celebrated our 25th anniversary this weekend. He's a good sport about my work, ya'll - always supportive and definitely holds VIP status! Come see him this Saturday 6/20 at Firefly Distillery at the Lowcountry Dog event or at Woofgang - Mount Pleasant for Santa photos in November and pat him on the back for putting up with me this long :) He and I definitely need to get an updated photo together.
Client Work and Recognition
May moved at a nice even pace, thankfully, which is great as I enter an intentional summer slowdown. I had my monthly-ish FL visit with my dad, but also had the chance to hang out with my friends (and trusted photog) from Dirty Paw Photography while they vacationed nearby. That was a blast and a much-needed friend visit - and bonus: I got a pic with my dad! And cell phone photo aside, can we also take a moment to appreciate how adorable Roux is with his toothy grin? Both of my furry monsters love going to see Grandpa!
One interesting work opportunity in May was to meet and photo highly awarded, multiple-times-nominated country music artist Kane Brown and his wife (and kids) at the coliseum in advance of his concert. He's not the first celebrity I have had the chance to shoot and one of the best parts about working with people like this is learning they are SO REAL and genuine! Follow for the music, but stay for the authenticity. You can see it in their socials too - just a happy, fun, loving couple working to create a beautiful world for their family. Thanks to Charleston Animal Society for asking me to participate in the pre-concert puppy event!
I had a very special Mother's Day shoot in Edisto with a dear client and her elderly mom, who is in hospice care. While this wasn't a pet session, it was a day to capture a very special longtime client with her mom, under a circumstance that was very close to my heart. Continuing to send all my best for her comfort.
Following are just a few other quick samples from the month. It's too hot to make you scroll and I'm already late getting this out for June.
I am hoping to get my website portfolio updated this summer during my pause so I can incorporate newer photos - maybe your beautiful pet will make the gallery!
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*** Important Scheduling Note - as a reminder, I don't shoot pets for outdoor sessions in July and August so the window is closing VERY fast! If you want a beach session, park or downtown photos, PLEASE get on the calendar ASAP. Once June mornings are filled, there won't be any outdoor scheduling until September (studio, yes, outdoor no). Similarly, guests interested in fall sessions, for example, I have filled some of September and October and all of my November Saturdays already so the phrase for today is "plan ahead"- especially if you need a Saturday sitting!
*** I also have a photo event in the advanced planning stages for this summer with my friends from Wag-N-Splash in North Charleston so check back to the event list below, or follow socials for updates or to get on a wait list.
Giving Back – Shelters and Rescues
Shelter visits continued for Charleston Animal Society and CAS-Berkeley. Some day there won't be a need for my photo support at our local shelters - that time is not now though. Please #adoptdontshop and let's help the shelters get out from under this crisis.
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I look forward to seeing everyone out and about in the community with their pets! Up next: May The Dogs Be With You on Saturday, June 20 at Firefly Distillery (rescheduled from May due to inclement weather) - come say hi!
~ Jeanne
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Housekeeping Reminder
For 2026, I structured my operating schedule differently, so I am only shooting Wednesdays through Saturdays, giving me other blocks of time to focus on editing and orders. So, if you are looking to schedule, please keep this in mind as to availability. Note too, my website is fairly comprehensive as to information about how a session works, how to prepare, FAQs, rates, etc., and I always recommend starting there if you are considering a session. You can certainly ask about anything you don’t see addressed. I do not publish third party print or product rates online, but my session rates are listed, and I do have a reference pricing guide clients can use for planning the output they may want to order from their session. I just ask that you browse before we schedule so everyone is on the same page.
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*** STATIC REMINDERS - GENERAL
My current event schedule is always posted on this page as well as my main page. If you don't feel like checking back from time to time, you can subscribe to the mailing list. I only send ONE email per month (and sometimes, not even that because time gets away from me). You can unsubscribe at any time, and I never share with or sell your information to partners or third parties.
I encourage reserving your space about 3-4 weeks out (or more) from when you want your session. This allows you the best opportunity to secure your preferred date/time of day and to have sufficient lead time for grooming appointments, etc. Scheduling a rain date is also recommended at the time we reserve your session (no charge to hold the second date). With my summer shooting pause due to our blistering temps, studio is always an option, and is an excellent choice for that style of portrait, or for temperature sensitive pets (or people) and especially for cats!
*** COMMUNICATION
If you have reached out by email as an initial inquiry and haven't received a reply, chances are good my response went to your junk mail. Providers like Gmail, Yahoo and Hotmail will arbitrarily reject my replies and not tell me (or you). I usually respond to emails within 24 hours so if you haven't heard from me, check your junk mail. And please put your cell phone number in the inquiry so I can follow-up to make sure you received the communication. Thanks!
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SCHEDULING NOTES (updated 6/22/26)
Ongoing: Adoptable Animal Photo Sessions.
- Summer, 2026 | TBD Beat the Heat Studio Offer
- October 14, 2026 | Holiday portraits at K9 Resorts, Mount Pleasant (private event)
- November 14 and 15, 2026 | Santa pet photo fundraiser at Woofgang Bakery & Grooming, Mount Pleasant
Away/Downtime Dates:
- Late June, 2026
- JULY AND AUGUST - NO OUTDOOR SESSIONS (studio sessions available)
- September 3-7, 2026
- October 1-5, 2026
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