LET'S FEED THE HUNGRY!!!

Ok. I am horrible at blogging. BUT - I need a HUGE favor!
I have created a reusable grocery bag for Smith's Grocery  and the winner gets $1000 gift card.
I am currently at 53 votes and need over 250 more by the end of the month. 

It is important for me to achieve these votes as I will be donating half to my local food bank!


Please vote daily! Share with everyone you know!


http://design.greenbag.softcoin.com/vote-for-designs/bag.aspx?BagId=23797&ad=1


I appreciate your support greatly! Let's feed the hungry!

Well.....

Wow....I am sorry...I am just not doing very well at this bloggin thingy! So...I thought I would start this post off by saying...Thanks for to those who are sticking around. I have done a few pictures in the last little while and although I am still debating with myself about how far I am going to take this, for now...I will be photographing for fun.

I love color! 

   There is always something special about baby toes....

I enjoy a really good sunset...or sunrise for that matter.....

......and I NEVER underestimate the power of LOVE!

Best Friends!

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.
Albert Camus

As we go through life we gain friends, we lose friends, some become distant and some stick around. 
Having a friend is like having a good pair of jeans; A little worn around the edges but comfortable. 
Nothing is better than knowing someone always has your back, will always lend a hand an ear or a hug. Knowing that secrets are kept, faults are accepted and the bond is so strong you become family. 

 

I have just a few friends like that...and I am Thankful everyday. 

 

 

Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving my Friends. Be Thankful. 

 

 

PRINTS FOR SALE!!

http://janacarterphotography.printroom.com

Jana Carter Photography now has galleries! Pictures for SALE! Woo Hoo!

Thank you Katie!

What an honor!
http://giftsbykatherine.com/2011/10/11/sptolight-on-jana-carter-of-jana-carter-photography/

I am fortunate to have a group of friends...some whom I have never met personally but share a great respect for. A respect for their work and also for the kind of people they are. I am honored to be featured in a post by Katherine from Syracuse, UT. Thank You Katie - for being in my circle and allowing me the opportunity to put myself out there.

Kissed By The Moment: And The Winners Of The Big 1k Giveaway Are...........

Kissed By The Moment: And The Winners Of The Big 1k Giveaway Are...........: 1st Place - Ashley Allen 2nd Place - Luciana Viramontes 3rd Place - Jana Carter Congratulations ladies!!!! Thanks so much for partici...

Sometimes you just need a little reminder...

Trust yourself, Believe in your talent & have Faith!

It's about time!

Finally! Jana Carter Photography is coming of age! Thanks to a dear friend over at Ink Deep Studios for lighting my path and showing me the way...I have finally opened a place over at Printroom.com!

http://JanaCarterPhotography.printroom.com


So far, landscape, nature and creative prints are available for purchase from the site. As things progress, portrait sessions will be available to customers as well! This is Fabulous!

Please, feel free to let me know whatcha think by commenting below! Don't forget to spread the word. Christmas is coming - sometimes a nice framed picture for home decor is a great gift!

What kind of pictures do you wanna see?

Have the rest of a Tremendous week my friends! YOU are awesome!

Jana

A collaberation among fellow photographers!

Ok Ya'll! I just have to say I am so very happy and grateful I have met fellow photographer "Renee Welch". Not only has she become a great mentor but friend as well.

Renee at Ink Deep Studios in Bullhead City, AZ offers in studio photography sessions...and her team of artists can design and create that one of kind tattoo. This is your one stop shop - I'll tell ya...first hand - the way these awesome people work to make you feel at ease with all aspects of your session is AMAZING! You will NOT be disappointed in their work. Bob inked both my husband and myself in one day - FABULOUS!!!

Today I had the pure pleasure of photographing a Boudoir session for Renee - I was way more nervous than she was! We had a great day....check out what we came up with together....
I am still editing, so it may take a few days to get more pictures up....But O' what fun!
If you are in the Laughlin, NV or Bullhead City, AZ area - be sure to give Renee, Bob and their awesome team a call...Come on - - -You know you want some ink and photo!

Ink Deep Studios!

Hey everyone! Meet my friends Renee & Bob of Ink Deep Studios!

http://www.ink-deep.com/

Tattoo's and Photography by some awesomely wonderful people!
Personal & Affordable services - making you feel comfortable and secure. Highest of quality all around!
Located in Bullhead City, AZ - Available for California and Nevada too!

Why Does Custom Photography Cost More?

I am not an outlandish expensive photographer, but I am not a chain store photographer either.....

A personal photographer that caters to your needs & wants, on location at your location of choice is worth the price tag.
There are no "generic" pictures...the pictures you receive on a disc or on print are YOUR pictures...YOUR candid shots, YOUR family.
Why pay for a sit here, don't move, 2 pose kinda picture? When you can choose a photographer with style, creativity and individuality.
I would rather pay more for a photographer that will do what it takes for ME & my family...so just what are you getting for your money?

Why Does Custom Photography Cost More?

July is half over!

Can you believe it? 3 more weeks until my boys are back in school. I cannot understand how fast time flies and why. It really makes you want to just stop, take everyday as slow as possible and be thankful for today's time...no need to worry about yesterday - it's gone, you can't get it back and you can't worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow hasn't even happened yet. Today is what is important. Right now. Did you make someone smile? Did you share a kind word? Did you thank God for all that is abundant in your life today? Although - a lifetime seems, well, like a lifetime - it's shorter than we know. Because we have no idea how tomorrow will play out - it is up to us to cherish today.
Everyday is a struggle for me to be positive & happy...but I try, really hard - in this quest of learning to be a confident photographer, a confident mother and wife, I have come across a blog that I really enjoy reading. It really inspires me to see the bigger picture.
http://bravegirlsclub.com/dailytruths/jul1111.htm

I hope one day I will be a "Brave Girl" 

I took this picture a few weeks ago - Sometimes I feel like a lonely pod - yet still very strong to just hang on.
Enjoy each and everyday. Each day is a blessing.  Thank you for following my blog, not always about photography - a lot about life and adventures. I greatly appreciate you. Have a beautiful day.
Jana

...More Fireworks...

Well, After 3 nights of fireworks, I think I may have got something right. :) Over the weekend, I have watched tutorials and played with my camera and learned a few things! Letting Freedom ring, one last night. Thanks to all those that fight for us daily. God Bless!

Happpy 4th!!

It’s that time of year again
-the 4th of July
Nothing quite as pretty
As sparks in the sky

We honor our independence
It’s what we have always fought for
And even though it’s never easy
To keep the enemies from our door

So picnics and bbq’s are planned
To celebrate this special day
But stop a moment and remember
The meaning of the brilliant displays!