A Sisterly Christmas

Well, the year is coming to a close & I’ve wrapped up my last few shoots for 2012. I’ve honestly got to say that this year for me as a photographer has been a learning one. I’ve learned new techniques, new lessons, purchased new equipment, and expanded my work reach. I’m so grateful for all I’ve been allowed to experience (good and bad) because every last experience has grown me in my craft!

One of my shoots this Christmas season was with an old highschool classmate and her sister. For a Christmas gift, they wanted to give something special to their mom — so they reached out to me to set up a photo shoot! I don’t know about you, but that sounds like a pretty thoughtful gift to me!

And as an early gift to you all, here is a sneak peek from their shoot.

Since I’m in such a great spirit, anyone who emails me at jocsphotography@hotmail.com before 11:59pm December 31st, 2012 with the subject line: Christmas Coupon , will receive a discount on their next shoot with [Joc’s Photography]! ALL YEAR**!

Ok ok, I think I’m all gifted out right now so you guys have a blast this Christmas and enjoy your holiday season!!

Peace & Photos,

Joc

** Discount does not include weddings, events, or editorials. One discount voucher per household. Good through December 31st, 2013**

Our Success Magazine — New Gig, New Feature!

I have been holding this in for about a month and 1/2 but now I can announce that I am now a photog contributor/photojournalist for OUR SUCCESS MAGAZINE!  This magazine is SO what is needed in my hometown area — a magazine that highlights successful individuals (moreso successful minorities) in North Carolina! You can easily pick up an issue of Time Magazine or Black Enterprise to read up on the latest inventors and trailblazers; but you rarely hear about the stories from North Carolina! Yes, we’re a small southern state, but there ARE successful people who live here too! 

When the Editor In Chief Gregory Hedgepeth contacted me I was so honored! This is the perfect opportunity to grow my photography and network while linking others together! After our initial call, my entire week was made. But a few weeks ago, Greg slapped a cherry on top of that good news when he asked how I felt about being featured as the magazine’s “Woman Of The Issue”! I wanted to jump through, the phone, shake him and scream YES! ( but I didnt ) I was excited not for the simple fact that a magazine wanted to highlight MY story, but hugely because it would allow me to contribute to a publication that’s close to home! It’s nice to be recognized by others in other states, but it’s something about advocating those right in your own neighborhood that really lights up your day!

So with that, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE support not only me, but this magazine!

“How can I contribute Joc? I don’t have $30 a year to spend on a magazine!”

Well my dear friends, OUR SUCCESS MAGAZINE is a QUARTERLY publication (which means it issues every 3 months) AND it’s offered in Print AND Online!

DIGITAL ONLINE ISSUE: $3.00 //   PRINT ISSUE: $17 // — and if you purchase the print version, you’ll get access to the digital issue FREE!

Now how can you beat that folks?!?! — you can’t! So I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it a billion gagillion more times — SUPPORT! Thanks!

Peace & Photos,

Joc

All I Want For Christmas Is….a Brand New Lens!

Christmas Time is rolling around and I REALLY REALLY REALLY would love to be able to buy myself an awesome new camera or macro lens!

 

SOOO I’ve decided that I am going to have a “20-20-20” Shoot Special Event! On Saturday October 20, 2012 in Wilson, NC for $20*, you can have 20 minutes to work the lens!!!

 

Details:

 

–         $20 reserves time slot

–         Times: 10am to 6pm

–         Location Choices: Rose Garden or LibraryLawn

–         20 minute sessions (*additional time is available for purchase)

–         Individuals or couples only. *Groups of 3 or more is an additional $10 per person

–         Payments Acceptable: CASH or PayPal

 

For SERIOUS EMAIL inquiries only please /// Email: jocsphotography@hotmail.com /// Thank you!

 

Please note that $20 is non refundable if there is a cancellation of appointment by client or if client is late. Session begins at agreed time and ends 20 minutes from that time.  

 

I’M EXCITED TO HEAR FROM YOU GUYS – AND THANKS IN ADVANCE!! ❤

– Joc

[WEDDING MANIA] UPDATES ON FACEBOOK!

Hey guys! I’ve been so busy this past week trying to put a dent in the edits for my [Wedding Mania] clients! I didn’t want to forget to update you on what’s been going on, so I’m giving you a FIRST LOOK peek into the edits from the Sparrow and Artis Weddings!

Check out the Official Facebook Page of [Joc’s Photography] to peep them out!

https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Jocs-Photography/62530025423 

Until then………

Peace & photos.

-Joc