July, 2026 (June activity)
Every year for the past few, I've intentionally stopped outdoor sessions in the summer for both July and August, but our June this year was also like surface-of-the-sun hot and the feels-like temps have been off-the-charts so it was a little more on the slower side than usual. Still met some awesome pups though!
I also learned in June that I was awarded as a Regional Winner under Best of South Carolina through the Guide to South Carolina. This was my first showing in this statewide program, so to have received this recognition was definitely a welcome surprise!
And making it to the Top 10 Nominees for Charleston's Choice was also a cool discovery, but they won't publish results until September so we'll just have to wait and see if and how that pans out!
Client Work and Recognition
Let's see, where to begin ...
I had a call about a terminal pet very soon after his paw-rents received his devastating news. The session was scheduled within a couple of days of our first contact, and I learned soon after that this sweet handsome boy said his goodbye the day after we did his legacy photos. I am so thankful we met when we did - he was stunning and easygoing and so clearly loved. I always urge people to reach out ASAP when their pet receives a terminal diagnosis; I am so glad they did.
The team at Dorchester Paws reached out about updating some of their headshots for new staff and Board members - always happy to hang out with them (especially in the air conditioning) :)
In my Goose Creek studio, I hosted a prominent local official for an upcoming project. Since I'm not quite sure what is shareable, I'll pop just one of his awesome dogs' photos here.
Speaking of my studio, I have a current black drop summer offer good for July and August only. Download the flyer below (under Events listing) and contact me for details if you are interested in seeing your pet like this.
My last full outdoor session in June was a lab named George, who was everything you would expect a one-year old lab to be: handsome, friendly, curious! At the end of his session, we took to the water and George discovered the oyster shells :)
A slowed shooting schedule allowed me to also work on client orders that rolled in - like a very special album from a 2024 Virginia session. When their sweet dog passed away, my clients shared that even looking at the photos was difficult - trust me, folks, I GET IT. And I never rush clients into ANY decisions. I know some photographers will pounce on the moment, but that feels to me like emotional blackmail. I prefer clients are in a level-headed space when they decide on their products and prints. And this is the result:
July and August should bring me studio guests, some magazine work, and undoubtedly, shelter pets. I am also trying to give myself some grace this summer and spend more time hanging out with Jack and just enjoying Roux and Gracie.
I continue to work toward updating my website portfolio updated this summer during my pause so I can incorporate newer photos - maybe your beautiful pet will make the gallery!
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*** Important Scheduling Note - as a reminder, I don't shoot pets for outdoor sessions in July and August!My air conditioned studio is available all summer for formal portraits, or fun shoots like treat toss, or ice cream sessions, etc. Guests interested in outdoor fall sessions, though, please note September through November dates are filling (and all of my November Saturdays are committed already) so the phrase for today is "plan ahead"- especially if you need a Saturday sitting in the fall!
Giving Back – Shelters and Rescues
Lastly, shelter trips continued in June for Charleston Animal Society with 50 adoptable dogs posing for me last month - and it's just such a small fraction of the available animals locally. #adoptdontshop
Tell your pet's I said hi and stay cool!
~ Jeanne
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Housekeeping Reminder
For 2026, I structured my operating schedule differently, so I am only shooting Wednesdays through Saturdays, giving me other blocks of time to focus on editing and orders. So, if you are looking to schedule, please keep this in mind as to availability. Note too, my website is fairly comprehensive as to information about how a session works, how to prepare, FAQs, rates, etc., and I always recommend starting there if you are considering a session. You can certainly ask about anything you don’t see addressed. I do not publish third party print or product rates online, but my session rates are listed, and I do have a reference pricing guide clients can use for planning the output they may want to order from their session. I just ask that you browse before we schedule so everyone is on the same page.
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*** STATIC REMINDERS - GENERAL
My current event schedule is always posted on this page as well as my main page. If you don't feel like checking back from time to time, you can subscribe to the mailing list. I only send ONE email per month (and sometimes, not even that because time gets away from me). You can unsubscribe at any time, and I never share with or sell your information to partners or third parties.
I encourage reserving your space about 3-4 weeks out (or more) from when you want your session. This allows you the best opportunity to secure your preferred date/time of day and to have sufficient lead time for grooming appointments, etc. Scheduling a rain or backup date is also recommended at the time we reserve your session (no charge to hold the second date).
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SCHEDULING NOTES (updated 7/10/26)
Ongoing: Adoptable Animal Photo Sessions.
- Summer, 2026 | Black Out the Heat Studio Offer. Valid for July and August only, Goose Creek studio.
- October 14, 2026 | Holiday portraits at K9 Resorts, Mount Pleasant (private event)
- November 14 and 15, 2026 | Santa pet photo fundraiser at Woofgang Bakery & Grooming, Mount Pleasant
Away/Downtime Dates:
- JULY AND AUGUST - NO OUTDOOR SESSIONS (studio sessions available)
- Late July, 2026
- September 3-7, 2026
- October 1-5, 2026
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