Lindsey is a natural beauty. She has that cute, all-American girl look. These are from the JFT outing at Fort Clinch. The full set is here.
Fernandina Beach Photographer Jennifer Kinzig of Lindsey
Fernandina Beach Beach Photographer Jennifer Kinzig of Deb O’Nair
I was privileged to be about to photograph the gorgeous, spunky Deb O’Nair during the latest JFT trip. This woman knows how to work it! View the full set here.
Fort Clinch Photography by Jennifer Kinzig – Alyssa
The Jax Field Trips group on Flickr’s monthly photo outing was at Fort Clinch State Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida. It is “one of the most well-preserved 19th century forts in the country,” according to the State Parks website. JFT invaded the park for a day and we had a great time networking and taking portraits of aspiring models. More portraits from the day to come!
Alyssa
Alyssa is so beautiful. She has a gorgeous exotic look. Her eyes were amazing. See the full set here.
Catty Shack Ranch – Wildlife Photography
One of the Jacksonville photography groups coordinated a photo shoot at the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jacksonville, Florida. It’s a non-profit group that dedicates their amazing time and effort to taking care of big cats like lions, tigers and cougars. According to their site,
We provide sanctuary to cats confiscated by the state for illegal ownership, improper enclosures or maltreatment. We also educate the public to discourage illegal, private ownership. Wild animals, especially big cats, do not make good pets.
I wish I could have gotten up close and personal with these beautiful animals but it was still neat getting to interact with them through the nice, safe fences. In this picture, you will find Sarah, who was quite playful. Here, she rests after playing with a volunteer. It’s $10 per person to see this cats– and it’s worth a trip out towards the airport. Kids would really love it.
Saint Augustine Wedding Photography
“It’s a nice day for a white wedding”
Today I head to Saint Augustine to photograph the beautiful couple Kristin and Mike who you may remember from their super cute Jacksonville engagement portraits.
Kristin & Mike’s Wedding Web Page for updates about viewing and purchasing prints
Big Tablot Island Photography
One of my best friends from Pennsylvania was in town a couple of weeks ago and it was a great opportunity to take my husband and her to one of my favorite nature spots off of Hecksher Drive at Big Talbot Island. My Jax Field Trip photography group likes to call it dead tree beach. Ancient Oaks have plummeted to their deaths and now line the shores as a reminder because of erosion. There’s something beautiful about it. Florida State Parks says it well, “this unique beach is famous for the salt washed skeletons of live oak and cedar trees that once grew near the shore.”
A BOKEH CHRISTMAS
If you follow me on , you may have heard this more than once. This year hasn’t felt like Christmas.
I attribute this unsatisfying feeling to a few things:
1) We’re new here. My husband and I moved to Florida from Erie, PA. We associate Christmas with being cold and snowy. I don’t mind warm, white-free winters, trust me. But my time up north must have ingrained this into my head. I anticipate next year being different. Maybe next year, I’ll send out palm trees on my Christmas cards.
Side note: I can’t believe how much snow the Mid-Atlantic region received! My little brother in Asheville, NC said they got 2 feet of snow. My grandma is flying in from Richmond, VA tomorrow… they got snow too. I heard on GMA this morning that the DC airports have been dealing with cancellations and delay all weekend.
I feel for you, friends but you can keep the snow
2) I miss my friends and family. I’ve lived away from my immediate family since I was 17 and moved to Erie for college. My friends are apart of my family and without them, it’s hard to get in the holiday spirit. Even though we’re far apart, I know my closest friends know they are in my heart this time for year.
3) No big holiday meals. I enjoy cooking. But I LOVE cooking holiday meals for lots of people. This year, the hubby has to work the evening of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so it might be just my grandmother and me. I’m happy that she’s joining!
This year was a year of transitions. My job moved me here a few months after I got married. The husband was out of work for a while. But good things come to those who wait and now he’s working again in the field he loves. We’re making friends. I’m grateful for new friends that I’ve met through photography. I’m confident that my holiday spirit has finally arrived, despite it being a little different. I know that next year will be even better.
So, to end on an up note, Happy Holidays to everyone. I wish you great happiness and warm blessings this year. To my husband, this is our first Christmas as husband and wife. And before you know it, it will be your BIRTHDAY and on New Year’s Eve it will be our anniversary. I’m glad I met someone who has such a good heart and that we’ll be spending the holidays together with our kitties.
There’s no place like home…
When I’m away from home on business, I can’t help but think about my “family” of males back home. This includes my husband and my two cats.
Today, very close to my hotel in Independence, Missouri, there is a big apartment fire. I can’t help but feel for those residents who were forced out of their homes, probably in their pajamas, without most of their belongings. All of the people are safe, and I hope their pets are too.
Photo: My tubby, cuddle-loving adopted kitty Ranger…
Pet Photography: Munchkin
In addition to portraits and weddings, I also offer Pet Photography.
Our pets are a part of the family, they deserve great pictures too 
Portrait: Irma
This portrait was taken on location at a junk yard in Atlantic Beach, Florida. Thanks Irma– it’s a pleasure to take your picture!
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