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Monday, July 11, 2011

My sincere congratulations....

to a new POWERHOUSE couple that got married Sunday. I was able to work it out to be there and shoot the wedding.  This wonderful lady has been such a big sister to me.  She has counseled me in times of need...she has helped me talk through things, given me wise advice.  I have enjoyed every moment of listening to what God has done in her life...and now, she is beginning a new chapter.  I hope to show you the whole story when they get their website up in the future.  They are going to do amazing things for so many people across the world. I'm happy to call her friend.

My best to Brian and Holly....

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Art Creation.

A little blend for the couple for their prints & art for the wedding!
I actually really am proud of this one - there are various forms of art that come out...be it color...and textures that appear after working for a bit on them.  I'll post more as they come, but you can view their engagement photos in my gallery.


Happy Independence Day everyone!

Love Jen

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Book Release! AND a teaser bridal...

Last week was the great release of a fun book....
actually, probably a powerful book....The Supernatural You! 
I was able to do the headshot for Joel...and it was GREAT fun!

And for your photography pleasure....I went off to a venue I'm starting to work with...and I was testing out the scenery with a willing bride who gets married sunday!  Way way fun.  More to come, but for now...enjoy this little one!

Thursday, June 30, 2011

July is FUN part 2.

Ok, so ALSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Saturday, JULY 23rd - I will be having some special artwork on the interactive photo & lyric wall.  You will have to go and find them...you know, like a scavenger hunt! :)  Try and guess...which ones are mine! :) 

To get your tickets to the show:

Right before that, I'll be celebrating the big 3-5 Birthday.  I really don't feel like my number.  I don't like those kinds of numbers anyways.  I am just loving life...in a big way.  I can't see myself any other way but happy and fulfilled.  There are ups and there are downs...but my HOPE never fades. :)

Would you like to see some previews of my art pieces? 

well, you'll just have to wait and see!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

girlSHOW 2011
"Brilliance"
8pm - Midnite
LIFE in Deep Ellum
2803 Taylor St, Dallas TX  75226

July is going to be FUN!!!!

Ok, so I've been waiting for this action in July for a while....
I have a July wedding that is giving me that chance to grow, enlarge my experience..and be a little creative.  It may not look like it - but sometimes I put a LOT of thought into my sessions and SOMETIMES a lot of it is spur of the moment.  This engagement session I posted last...was one of those moments where I had about 30 minutes to analyze what I had already done in that space...and where I could test myself on some new angles.  I was able to do a few things I had not done before with a few fun results.

I tend to travel light...if you hadn't noticed.  I don't normally use a flash or bring studio lighting when shooting.  I will in some certain cases, but most of the time it is just me and my camera.

For this couple, we explored more of Fort Worth.  I got to hear a little more how and where they met...and learn that it was QUITE hot standing in the sun...even though we were only in the stockyards for maybe 30 minutes.  Shooting IN the sun was brutal - but I still was able to have some fun with wide shots and close shots.

I kinda (at their request) did a few option for them in various types of Editing.  AND there were a few that were just amazing as they were...a really nice portrait with great color and position. :)

I can honestly say I'm very very excited to get her bridal portraits going...and the wedding is coming soon!!!!!!!!!  Then after that, I'm off to NYC. :)

Love Jen

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Engagement.

Itz getting SUPERLY hot here man!!!!!!!!!!
But, I made it through...and am posting a small teaser picture. ;)

Congrats to the bride & groom...cause their wedding is now less than a month away!!!!

Friday, June 17, 2011

There is nothing SUPER easy about walking in your purpose.

If you have dealt with ANYTHING, you have been fighting to find your identity and fighting to find your voice...and fighting to walk in your purpose. 

It all comes with a price, and a price most of you will not pay because "it is too hard". 

I keep paying the price every day.
Every week.
I keep moving forward despite all battles I'm facing.
When you KNOW who you are and more to the point, your PURPOSE...you will have to do some fighting.

A majority of my battles are very internal.
But once I reach out and really talk to someone, talk to God, talk to my husband about some things...I get a sense of accountability and motivation to keep going.  I feel very refreshed today, and not as stressed or worried.

I'm not going to sit here and say I'm happy-go-lucky every day of my life. 
To be honest, I get ticked off when people say "oh she never complains, she was ALWAYS this and ALWAYS that"...It is just not true.  Sure our grandmas and grandpas are like that NOW, but we ALL have fallen short...and be ok with that.
I just do not think it is realistic to paint this PERFECT life and this PERFECT person, because then we spend a lot of time trying to live up to that expectation - rather than living a very real, very open and very HONEST life. :)  THAT is the perfection I look for.  Those wonderful imperfections and weaknesses...where God makes us strong and comes in to help us.  Where we get a chance to change and grow....to make an impact in the atmosphere around us.  Oh, the possibilities!

I grew up having a picture painted for me.  (letz face it, most artists do have great imaginations) ...
But that picture was a lie and a false reality.
I'm still digging out the false realities of my life.
Digging into how God created me, who I truly am (not what someone else says)....
Digging into the things that hold me back and cause me to not be me.

Just get real, stop pretending. 
If you ever catch me saying something about myself that you know isn't true? Why not just call me on it every once in a while.  I fall into the same traps as most - thinking negatively about myself, or maybe painting a false reality of someone i "think" i am, versus my true actions.  These are the things i'm working on.  Doing what I say, and saying what I do.  I hope they match up one day.  I hope to keep staying true to my doing v. my saying.  If actions speak louder than words, then I hope that my future actions will continue to grow, perfect and become all who I am supposed to be.

I don't want to be afraid anymore.
I want to step out and be bolder and wiser.
I want to encourage others that need it.
I want to bring something to the table that NO ONE else can.

herez to becoming a REIGN maker.
and an image maker.

Letz grow.

Love Jen

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Ring of Fire.

I didn't want to post any full-res stuff - but am having fun every once in a while with a creative whim....

so here are 4 images side by side....


Saturday, June 11, 2011

ONE KEY to your life : Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually.

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ONE KEY TO SUCCESS: get surrounded by inspiring folks to better yourself - and then put it into action for yourself. Get a coach. Get an accountability partner. Get a friend willing to keep it real and tell the truth. THIS is breakthrough. The physical is only ONE part of you. :)

My life is different and my perspective is enhanced - because of the people I surround myself with. I surround myself with those that have overcome obstacles in all areas of their lives. So that I too, have hope to overcome my own obstacles.

This is SUCH a huge key to growth : surrounding yourself with friends that inspire you to overcome. For me, I'm inspired by women whom have had kids, but make time for themselves by enlisting in this program.

I am secondly inspired by PREGNANT women that make the efforts for themselves and their child within to not just make excuses "well because i'm pregnant, i can't this i can't that". I'm inspired by those that take the wise ways and take care of themselves so they can take care of others.

THESE are the people I'm surrounding myself with.
No matter their age or how many kids they've had. They overcome everyday.

I'm inspired by myself - to push past MY limitations.
NO EXCUSES. 

My most current results....with about 3 rounds of p90x - my weight & body fat stayed the same - but my TONE popped up.  Next up - a round of "Insanity" .  

I am 34 Years Young.  Picture taken 6/11/11

 

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

A picture to close my day.

Night-time last weekend's wedding :) <3

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Another season comes to a close....

For me personally....
seasons do seem to run in 9 month time slots.

Almost 9 months ago I started my first round of p90x - and while on this journey I had been battling a lot of internal battles...bad habits had been formed...some friendships had to be re-evaluated.  I can safely say I'm through the muck & mire...and into a happier place.  I'm still tempted from time to time to think about things and various situations negatively - but I'm getting quicker about spinning it positively and accepting things as they are, not as I "dream" them to be.

Growing up it was hard to make friends...so trust me when I tell you - most times I see everyone as my friends.  But it is not always reciprocated.   That has been my battle.  To truly see people as they are...and what they are in my life.  Are they the friends that stick around?  Are they the friends that float in and out?  Are they the friends that just eventually exit my life all-together.  I'm the kind of person that never likes to push people out of my life...but sometimes I just had found myself separating from unhealthy things.  The more I separated, the better I felt and the less turmoil I had.

This was a good thing.

So here I am 9 months later roughly...and I'm more accepting...a little more forgiving...a little less angry...and still VERY motivated to make dreams happen.  I get frustrated from time to time, but I will pick my battles and when the need arises for my passion to speak, I will speak. :)

Thanks everyone for standing with me, even when I didn't see you.  Cause believe me, I have felt very alone.

I know that I am not.

Everyone have a great week...I'll post more as it comes. :)

peace.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Featurette...on the Art Love Magic blog!

http://artlovemagic.wordpress.com/
www.artlovemagic.wordpress.com


It is my pleasure to serve the DFW area...as well as many others across the US and abroad.  As time permits, I hope to serve more and more...with my creative gift....

Thanks for all the love & support!

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Congrats to Crystal & Kevin!!!!!

this is my May bride Crystal! - she speaks a language most can't hear but can see....her wedding had a LOT of love in it...and a LOT of hearing impaired - so there was a common language spoken everywhere: Sign Language...but most of all, the language of LOVE. :) Congrats to crystal and kevin!!!!
 

Friday, May 27, 2011

Pearls & Feathers.

So the wedding i'm shooting tomorrow is going to be delicously decorated.  I actually am looking forward to the fun details this bride & groom have in store for us!  She did mention feathers and pearls...and while i was thinking about what i wanted to WEAR....i had an idea pop in...

Letz go into my closet and look for something inspired by this!

I have an older dress bought at Ross a long time ago that is very lacy, sheer feeling, with blue velvet and simple sequins....then i remembered, oh yes - last Christmas...my good friend bought me a fabulous blue feather plume clip to wear in my hair.  *score* again.  THEN...I remember, my great-grandma's belt of pearls to be worn as a belt or necklace that was given to me.  I know this picture doesn't do it justice...but at tomorrow's wedding...I'll take a picture IN the outfit you will see.

You see, the bride is letting me be myself. YAY.

So in order to keep the professionalism, i'm wearing my black "work" pants underneath so I can have the freedom of crawling around and moving without worry. The lacey undershirt is to protect everything else from showing as well! lol!  Then my comfy shoes to keep my feet happy.  Neon stripey sox.  I look forward to having fun & sharing in all the creativity.

I'm praying for peace, creativity and ideas...and innovations while there. 

ENJOY!

I know that my dreams are closer than I think.

When i start getting calls from new york city....this is when i get really trippy! lol!!!!
in 09, i got a call from a designer...
a few weeks ago...got a call from a family wanting portraits done....

I like these little teasers. ;)
Plus, the fact that i'm GOING to nyc in july...just makes me happy and happier.

I'm getting pumped about the BMG fun coming..the things i will learn & see...the friends i'll be with...those that have an understanding of art & all the things that i go through as an artist....Sometimes, i think you can be a photographer and not be artistic, you can follow a "formula" to do your job...and get things done...

That is great & all, but not all me.  I like the formulas, but i want something deeper and more meaningful...I am by no means a super-professional...but i am....

an artist. ;)

here is my brain on light.
my true brain scan...and if you didnt know...i have a SMILE inside it. ;)

Much love to you all.
I hope and pray you are doing well.

a picture of my brain....on SMILES

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

It is time to believe.

I've had such a hard time believing recently that God has his best for me...mostly cause of how quiet it has been...and how so much silence has seemed to overtake me.  I tend to find words to encourage me just when I need them.....in taking the time to be still...and really embrace the silence & stillness - is hard for me.  I know I need it, but I most of time am running from it or trying to create "noise". 

This latest art piece is a reminder...that I'm preparing to see myself the way God sees me...my sight will be restored...the empowerment of light will be ever-present even when I fail.  My only goal should be to just be a daughter of the King...and being a person that just relishes in rest and worship and time with God.  Am I there yet? I am on my way.

This piece is the last blinders coming off, so I can be truly soldified in this next phase of my life....and in the next level coming my way.

Love Jen

Thursday, May 19, 2011

It is decidedly so.

This year is turning very interesting so far.
I wish I could share more...but i'm afraid i'm too tired tonite. :)

I'm really inspired by Lady Gaga right now....and i think i heard her new song today...Edge of Glory...man, that title speaks to me automatically.  God is always talking to me and pulling on my senses.  I sometimes wish i knew more...and sometimes wish i understood what is coming. I just don't...and it is time to ask some questions..and just rest at his feet. :)

I hope that you have a wonderful week!

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

No matter your look or location....we capture your LOVE and LIGHT!

For my wedding business - I give you my heart & passion for images that inspire you and tell your story.  

No matter the LOOK you want!
-traditional, modern, abstract! punk or princess! vintage 20's to 80's!

No matter your LOCATION!
-architecture yummy, outdoors, indoors, in state and OUT of state!

We aim to capture your love & light so that you have pictures forever of the day you began your journey....

Please contact us for more info!

and check out our growing galleries at: www.pinklightstore.com

Thanks!!!!
See you soon!

Jen

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Post-Vaca shoot! :)

I had a LOT to look forward to!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

lovely couple..............
a horse, a bike, a field, a building or two....much more to come...but these are some teasers...along with their gallery here:

www.pinklightstore.com

Friday, May 6, 2011

Rest......is amazing!

I recently just went on vacation...our yearly, in fact.  We wait all year to take this trip...and it is just a restful unplugged from technology time for us!  I had a blast this time...nothing but vegetation on the beach or in the pool.  Never-ending food for all-inclusiveness.  A few self-timered portraits on the beach...and just some overall fun....

The thing about sunsets in mexico...they are NOT on the beach...they are on the other side.  The sunrise is the icing on the cake that you get in the Mexican Carribean. :)  We had a great time..and actually talked to more people on this trip than we ever have.  Lots of newlyweds & some anniversaries....:)  It was superly duper and I have to say it was nice to soak up the sounds & sun....all in one! :)  Thank you Riviera Maya.  We love ya!

the piles on the beach...are seaweed stacks - about to be hauled off. :) love it. 

Monday, April 25, 2011

The Countdown Begins!

I'm have a ball just counting down til the time off.............:)
I love spending good quality time unplugging from all technology....
and spending time with my hubby! :) 

hooray!

meanwhile,
I leave you with 2 images I thought were so fun from the weekend.

green lizard on green leaves.
brown moth on brown bench
These are some fun pics for you!! ENJOY!
I love that spring is here...but SUMMER is right around the corner!!!!!

Love Jen

Friday, April 22, 2011

When everything seems to go wrong....FOCUS on the things that go right!

Today was just ONE of those days.........
you know?

I was tired...and was tired all day.
It seemed like most of us were dealing with SOMETHING today.
Our days didn't go as we had planned.
The weather changed MID-traveling.
Plans kinda just went along...........and minute by minute.

So, we ended up in Paradise....
and this is what we captured today.

a lovely mother-to-be...only barely pregnant, but why does she have to wait for her pictures?  So we had fun today. :)

(c) Pink Light Images
Mom to be: Sherry
Styling/Wardrobe: Julia
Photography: Jen Sulak

I hope you have a wonderful Friday, today was Thursday...and it was all over the place. :)

To you, much joy today!
To see more:  HERE IS THE GALLERY

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Seniors 2011........(and maybe even 2012) ahaha!!!

So, I have been a goof and forgot to mention...umm............I love love love shooting portraits too! You know!  So if you have some Seniors in high school in your life...that are graduating, but may have forgotten to get awesome photos?  Well, bring them to me!!!!

contat me now for YOUR senior sessions.

Monday, April 18, 2011

.......the weekend....

I did have a blast this weekend at the Ren Faire!  I was able to help share a glorious moment between a good friend & co-creator...Chrystine. :)  I was able to dress as a "fairy" to enjoy the good times and creativity all around me. :)  I am currently working on their images...but have a few up on my gallery at :  www.pinklightstore.com. 

Meanwhile, check out a couple of images I took for the bride....she is very very lovely and it was so cool to see all the personal touches she gave to her special day - with her daughter all "fairied" up...wings & everything...down to the details that they chose for their wedding attire.  (purchased separately, but matched perfectly!) 


Thanks to everyone at the Scarborough Festival - I see the hard work and heart you put into what you do! Thanks for serving the bride & groom, and thanks for serving me too. :)  Much Love, Jen