About Me

Photos by Kim Davis Photography

I got started with photography back in 2009, taking photos of my kiddos is what got me started. I guess some would call me a "mom with a camera." The next year I started taking photos for friends and then friends of friends. The next thing I knew I was photographing family, baby and maternity sessions each month. I LOVED it and couldn't believe I had gone so far with photography in such a short time. I was learning so much and meeting awesome people along the way. It was a great experience for me.

In 2011 I was pregnant with my third baby, but I continued to do photo sessions. After my baby girl was born my plan was to keep going with my photography business, but as 2012 went by I quickly realized that things might need to slow down a little. 2012 would have to be my last year... I needed more time with my little family.

So here I am... it's 2013. My plan for the year? To continue with photography, but strictly as a hobby. I will miss my clients, and taking photos for them. I am not "quitting" as some might think, as a photographer I don't necessarily have to run a business :) I will be taking photos just as much or maybe even more than I have in the past 4 years. I have ideas for the upcoming year and so many things I want to learn and practice.

So that's my journey. How I got to the point I am at now. A little bit more about me? I am a married girl with three kiddos. I am in my late twenties enjoying every minute of it that I can. I love lifestyle photography, shooting in natural light, hanging out at home with my family, reading a good book, watching a great TV series with my husband, playing a good game of volleyball, hanging out with my friends, thrift shopping, hiking, camping and being outdoors. This year I look forward to spending my weekends with my family (whether it's at home or exploring a new place), updating our home that we recently bought and shooting a ton of photos.

Contact

I am no longer taking clients for 2013. If you have questions or would like referrals to other photographers in the area, please contact me at:

jessicabatemanphotography@gmail.com

2013 Announcement

I have been thinking a lot about my photography business these past several months. I have been trying to make a decision regarding 2013 and how I will be doing business in the new year. It has been a hard decision, but seeing that I still feel strongly about my decision now as I did several months ago, I know I am making the right decision for my family and myself.

Here goes nothing...

Starting in 2013 I will not be taking clients as I will be taking a break from my photography business.

Phew. I said it. I have been wanting to change my mind for quite awhile, but I know this is the right thing for me right now. As sad as this decision makes me, I know I need it. Right now I have a very young family that needs me... and I need them. I feel strongly that this break from photography will give me the chance to give my children the attention that they need. I look forward to the day that I can start my photography business again.

I want to tell you (my wonderful clients from these past THREE years!) how much I appreciate you all! Taking photos of your sweet families has been a great experience. I have loved getting to know each one of you. Photography has been a wonderful outlet for me. I have grown so much from learning this art by capturing moments of your life. Thank you for trusting me and allowing me to be your photographer!

The last thing I want to do is leave you stranded without a photographer. If you would like a recommendation for a new photographer in the area please contact me and let me know! I would love to refer you to a new photographer.

Also, please feel free to stop by this blog and say hi! I will continue taking photos of my little kiddos and I plan to post here frequently. I may not be in business, but I am still a photographer :) I also have a lot of practicing and learning to do during this break that I'm taking.

Thank you all again and again!

♥ Jessica

P.S. I have to post a picture... or a few bunch! Here's to all my amazing 2012 clients :) Thank you so much for everything!!

Merry Christmas!

I hope you have all been enjoying this fun Christmas season! I love, love, love this time of year :) Here are some fun photos of little Reed (9 months old now!), perfect photos for this time of year...

Merry Christmas!

Scout 9 months

I have to admit, when I took photos for Leslie back in January I couldn't help but think how beautiful their place would be in the fall. This was a session I was definitely looking forward to! It was beautiful with all of the fallen leaves. It's so neat to see how much Scout has grown each time I see her. She is 9 months old now...

We had to work hard for these smiles :) Scout knew what we wanted and she made us work for it!

And of course, here is Scout when she was a newborn, 3 month old and 6 month old... can't wait for 1 year photos!

Brandon, Kim and Gavin

Going on year 4 taking photos of this awesome family. I really look forward to this each fall! Meet Kim, Brandon and Gavin. Kim is a fabulous photographer, be sure to check out her site. She has done so many amazing sessions this year :) Also be sure to check out some of the past sessions I had with these guys... SO fun! 

I am really excited about all the fun expressions Gavin gave me. This is such a fun age, gotta love photographing toddlers...

Tickling this little guy sure got us some cute smiles :)

Absolute favorite right here...

Ok... three more favorites as well...