Free Photography Session

For several years, we have been supporting Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse. Operation Christmas Child brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoe boxes and the Good News of God's love. The power of a simple shoe box gift can be far-reaching, blessing both the child who receives a box and the person who prepares and fills it. Here are a few stories about how through these simple gifts, the message of God's love is being shared around the world, and many lives have been impacted for eternity.

From Kondwani: “Everything I got was of great value. My mum has just given birth to a baby boy. In the box there was a beautiful blanket, three pairs of baby clothes, sweets for all of us, soap, toothpaste—just to mention a few items. All these things my daddy could not afford to buy. Please send our sincere gratitude to the people who sent us these gifts. Everybody is happy. These are gifts from God.”

From an 8th grader who packs boxes: “It is gratifying that I put a smile on the face of someone who is less fortunate than myself. I love to find different and unique toys to put in my box. I also love the fact that the boxes are filled with Christmas joy—a Christmas joy that many may not have had before.”Columbia, South Carolina

Lady in Virginia: On the last day of an overseas missions trip, Katie Hall had an encounter that could only be described as a divine appointment. A team from her church in Virginia traveled to Armenia to do door-to-door evangelism. While visiting in the home of a 10-year-old girl, Katie was astonished when the child showed her a gift she had received seven months earlier from someone in America. It was an Operation Christmas Child shoe box wrapped with blue snowflake paper that included a religious tract and a toy monkey. Katie could hardly believe her eyes when she recognized that it was the box she had packed in Virginia!


Now through November 10, we will waive the $40.00 session fee when you bring in a gift-filled shoe box to donate to Operation Christmas Child.


Boxes need to be for either a boy or a girl in the following age categories:
2-4 years
5-9 years
10-14 years

Here are a few gift ideas:

TOYS: small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®

SCHOOL SUPPLIES: pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books

HYGIENE ITEMS: toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth

OTHER: Hard candy and lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)

A PERSONAL NOTE: In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child may write back.)

Do Not Include: Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans

Click here for complete packing instructions.

Graduating Senior Special

Seniors: Now is the time to be thinking about your senior photographs. At Jamison Foster Photography, we work with you to design a photography session that's reflects your likes and interests, resulting in one-of-a kind photographs! Plus, with all our great products, like signature albums, brag books, and art proofs, you are sure to find something that fits your personality.

Every senior photography session in the months of October or November will have the option to order either

2 free 8x10 prints

or

one set of 100 wallets for only $35.00!

You must mention this ad to receive discounts.

Long Time, No Posting

It's been awhile since I've posted anything, but it has been for a good reason. With the weather cooling off, we've been able to spend more time together as a family. Here are a few shots of what's been keeping us busy.

Going to the zoo

Playing in the Rain

A Camping Trip

Eating ice cream

Mr. Cutie

We had a blast photographing Sawyer. He was such a little ham. These are just a few photographs from his session. To register to see all of Sawyer's photographs, click here.

Newest Member of Jamison Foster Photography

This is a 10-week ultrasound of the newest member of the Foster family. We got our first look at the baby yesterday. He/She was wiggling his/her little arms and legs and had a nice, strong heartbeat! Jamison, Alexis, and I expect to welcome the new baby around the first of March.

We are undecided on names for either a boy or girl. Feel free to leave your suggestions.

Macy Michelle

When photographing young children, it is a great idea to schedule a session within the first two weeks, at 3 months, at 6 months, at 9 months, and at their first birthday. Children grow and change so quickly. Photographing them at these times allow you to catch them as precious newborns, attentive infants, chubby babies learning to sit, wobbly on legs just learning to stand, and on the brink toddlerdom.

This is Macy's second session. She is three months old now and such a happy baby.

Here are a few shots from Macy's first session. Hasn't she grown!

Moon Family in Black and White

I was just working on images from a fun photography session we had on Tuesday evening. Such a cute family! I am loving this series in black and white. What do you think?

Brasel Family Lake Reunion

This weekend it was time once again for the Brasel clan to congregate at the lake and spend a relaxing weekend with family. A big thank you to Jerry and Doris for all they do and to Cole, Ashley, Chris, and Grace for the "piratey" games and laughs. Arrg.

Hope to see everyone soon.

Savannah

AlexisAlexis
Emma

Click here to view all the photographs from this weekend.

Alexis at 15 months

Our little darling is climbing like she's a monkey, running (in her own cute way), starting to speak is sentences, and cutting four new teeth.

Playing in the rain

Enjoying a recent summer shower. Can't wait until our new driveway is finished, but until then, it makes a great puddle!

Julie and Jeremy

Congratulation to Julie and Jeremy. They are the winners of our bridal show prize, an engagement session and a signature album. We went and hiked at Lost Valley for their engagement shoot. We had so much fun despite the heat and the two-drip waterfall! They're getting married in September and are planning a wonderfully unique wedding. Best wishes!

Click here to register to view all Julie and Jeremy's engagement photographs.

The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly

Last week was not boring, to say the least.

The Good: We (the Fosters, my parents, my grandma, and my brother) spent a fun-filled weekend together in Eureka Springs to celebrate my parents' 50th birthdays. While most of our time was spent hanging out, we did manage to tour the Holy Land at The Great Passion Play. We did not see the play this time, but I would like to go back and see it soon--when it's not so hot! Jamison and I took Alexis, who is a huge animal fan, to Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. She was so cute going around and "meowing" at the huge cats. The mountain lions looked at her like she was a tasty snack and stalked her relentlessly. I've put together a small 5x7 brag book, that we normally offer with our lifestyle sessions, of the animals for Alexis. I'll let you know how she likes it.

The Bad: I was in Jasper visiting with a friend at the park. When we were leaving, I was driving behind a police vehicle. He stopped to drop off another man at his vehicle then proceeded to back over my car. Thankfully, the only one hurt was my car. You've got to love those old-time metal bumpers. That truck didn't have a scratch while they considered totaling my little, I owned it since it had 6 miles on it, car. The worst part of the whole experience has been the endless hours on the telephone with the repair shop, insurance company, and rental car company. Which leads me to. . .

The Ugly: Yep, my rental car. Need I say more.