Monday, January 18, 2010 Posted in Pets
Aunt Deborah rarely goes anywhere without her two best friends; Jewels and Margery. When I say anywhere, I mean, she won’t buy a car that isn’t a station wagon with room for two 70 lb dogs. As a person who grew up with cats (my mom is terrified of dogs) I learned about the loyalty and friendship that dogs bring to people after I married my wife. If you say a cross word about Jewels, Margery or Venus (my mother-in-laws papillon), you mind as well be talking about their owner. If table food didn’t result in thousands of dollars in medical bills, I’m convinced most dogs would have a seat at the dinner table. They really are members of the family.
A couple weeks ago, I stopped by Deborah’s house for what turned out to be a very fun shoot. When I arrived Jewels and Margery had just returned from Petsmart where they received their monthly $100 pampering. There were very relaxed and posed for some great photos.
Here are a few from the session.
Goodbye until next time!
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Sunday, January 10, 2010 Posted in Me
In 2009, I mainly focuses on using Social Media sites like Facebook (jonathan.lgolden) and Twitter (@jlgolden) for marketing. While I was able to get great exposure, it is important for me to use some of the “battle tested” marketing techniques of the past as well. Inbound marketing techniques (blogs & social media) are great but I see no reason to shun traditional (outbound) marketing.
Bob Bates’ was kind enough to give me permission to use his beautiful daughter Sophie on my flyer. I plan to battle the elements and go door to door getting the word out about Jonathan L Golden Photography!
I read a few photography blogs religiously and right before Christmas Tony Hoffer had a contest where he gave away a free photo shoot. His readers had to send in stories explaining why they should get the free shoot. I was shocked when Tony wrote that more than a few readers sent in stories mentioning that they had not had a portrait taken in 20 years! One of the best ways to document you and your families journey through this beautiful life is with annual (or bi-annual) portraits. Allow Jonathan L Golden Photography to document your timeless memories.
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***Whether your first time seeing the ad is here on my blog or you find it near your front door, mention it for a free 8×10 at your first sitting.***
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Monday, January 4, 2010 Posted in Events
As my last photography assignment of 2009, I was hired by Mr. Bob Bates to shoot for a few hours at his daughters 2nd birthday party. Bob is currently stationed in Afghanistan and came home for the holiday’s to enjoy some much needed R&R with his family.
One thing all children need is an overdose of love and care (and to be slightly spoiled). The whole time I was taking pictures of Sophie and her family, I couldn’t help but notice how close they were. Sophie has such a great spirit and really enjoys being the center of attention. She had definitely been in front of a camera before because as soon as I set up my lights, she started posing. I love it when my clients are as excited about photography as I am!
With the love that’s in the Bates household, Sophie is destined for great things in life. As for the celebration, Bob really set the bar high for himself; bounce house, friends and family, food, cake and loads of toys. When a man loves his daughter, she can have the moon and it not seem out of the ordinary. I can’t fault him, see where we did the same thing for our daughter here.
Enjoy the pictures from Sophie’s 2nd Birthday Party.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Posted in Family
Last Friday Houston was greeted with an early “White Christmas.” If we get snow, it’s usually a 10 minute freezing rain storm that we call snow. This time, Houston had a full blown snowstorm. To top it off, as my final photography purchase of the year, B&H (via UPS) delivered a brand new Nikkor AF-S 70-200 f/2.8 to my doorstep! I all but shredded the box getting to it, strapped it on my D700, grabbed the family and headed out into the snow.
At first, Ava (my little one) thought the big snow flakes were making her “dirty” and refused to venture away from the porch. Eventually, determined not to let my wife and I have all the fun, she gave it a chance. As you’ll see in the pictures below, Ava could not get enough of it.
Don’t act like you didn’t try dirty snow the first time you saw it! 
A lucky man…I know
Daddy gets to adventure into the middle of the yard. You’ve got to love my “cold weather socks!”
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Thursday, November 19, 2009 Posted in Bridals
Meghann had a fabulous wedding in Tennessee a little over a month ago. Before the wedding we were on the fence with regard to Bridal photography. With the amazing weather we’ve had here in Houston lately, she decided to go ahead and invest in what turned out to be some beautiful photos. We had a BLAST! I think taking Bridal portraits after the wedding is a great idea. The dress has already been worn so the bride does not have to worry about getting her dress dirty. With a huge stressor removed the bride has the freedom to be much more relaxed and enjoy the session.
At dusk, we headed out to Houston’s Discovery Green park armed with multiple flashes, Nikon CLS and many more beautiful backdrops then we could use. After two full hours of “look how awesome that is, lets go shoot there” Meghann was a little worn out (I don’t blame her). As you will see, I think we came away with some fantastic Bridal photos.
Meghann is beautiful! Jesse (her husband) is quite a lucky man.
Special thanks to Adrian Green who help with lighting and creative inspiration!
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With a long overdue post, I bring you Halloween 2009! I started off taking a few pictures with my wife, daughter and a family friend. We never go to overboard with the holiday but Ava (my daughter) was tickled pink when she looked in the mirror with her costumes on. She screams with joy and giggles every time she looks at herself in the mirror. Here’s our little family and friends photo shoot.
Wife: Bunny
Ava: Chicken and Honey Bee
Friend: Lobster
After family time, I went to work a party for some long time friends of mine. I arrived just as the party was warming up, and as you will see in the following images, it was quite the shindig! Halloween is one of those holidays than when combined with alcohol can quickly get out of control. In good judgment, I put the camera down after 1AM. I have to protect the potential for future political careers.
Enjoy!
Why YES, I will have a cookie!
Cheers!
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by Jonathan
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