April, 2026 (March activity)
I don't know about you, but I am sooooooo glad March is outta here! It was a Murphy's Law kind of month for us, but now that April has kicked off better already, I'm good to go.
Giving Back – Shelters and Rescues
I missed a couple of shelter dates in March due to illness and only shot at Charleston Animal Society. Like I said, Murphy's Law... :/ Still got to meet/photo some seriously cute adoptables like Mickey so ... #winning!
Client Work and Recognition
I had a blast shooting the cover and feature for the April 2026 issue of Lowcountry Dog Magazine - what a reminder of how much I miss being on the water! We spent an afternoon on a chase boat of sorts to catch images of Tula, K9 First Mate for Hooked on Charleston LLC, helping her dad, Captain Bryce. Locals, he definitely knows the fishing spots around here so if you want to get out on the water, do give him a shout! Watch for the issue to drop in early April.
In addition to pet work, I helped a family prepare their 'coming soon' baby announcement, of course, incorporating their three dogs.
There were also gorgeous outdoor sessions with Mother Nature really showing off these days!
And my beautiful niece came to town for a quick visit with her BF. While I wanted to just grab a couple of nice high-key photos of them, it quickly devolved into an Awkward Couple photo sesh. :/
LOL is all. {sigh}
*** Important Scheduling Note - as a reminder, I don't shoot pets for outdoor sessions in July and August so the window is closing fast! If you want a beach session, park or downtown photos, PLEASE get on the calendar ASAP. Once the dates are filled, there won't be any outdoor scheduling until September.
Housekeeping Reminder
For 2026, I have 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 I do not publish third party print or product rates online, but my session rates are listed, and I do have a reference pricing guide clients can use for planning the output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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Now that spring has truly sprung, I look forward to seeing everyone out and about with their pets! Up next: Woofstock, Saturday April 11, 2026 at Hanahan Amphitheater - come see me and my special canine booth companion!
~ Jeanne
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*** Currently, April is fully booked and I have clients scheduled through May, 2026. So don't wait until the last minute, please, if you are wanting to get on the calendar. Saturdays always go first so if you need a weekend, it's wise to plan ahead.In the early part of summer, sessions are morning only. But then I completely pause outdoor sessions in July and August as it's too hot for the dogs.
Studio is always an option too, and is an excellent choice for that style of portrait, or for temperature sensitive pets (or people) and especially for cats!
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SCHEDULING NOTES (updated 4/2/26)
Ongoing: Adoptable Animal Photo Sessions.
- April 11, 2026 | Woofstock at Hanahan Amphitheatre
- April/May, 2026 | Dog-mom sessions!
- Summer, 2026 - Fine Art Portraits at K9 Resorts in Mount Pleasant
Away/Downtime Dates:
- April 12-16, 2026
- May 21-26, 2026
- Late June, 2026 TBD
- JULY AND AUGUST - NO OUTDOOR SESSIONS (studio sessions available)
- September 3-7, 2026
- October 1-5, 2026
- November TBD - Santa pet photo fundraiser at Woofgang Bakery & Grooming, Mount Pleasant
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