September, 2026 (August activity)
Astrologically speaking, I am the only non-Leo in my home! August meant we celebrated Roux and Gracie turning 12 and Jack lapping the sun another time too.
Before I forget, if you feel like voting and think I have earned it, I'd love to add another seal! Click here for Best of Mount Pleasant and follow the instructions on the page (look for the Pets category). This type of recognition is so meaningful to my micro-business. TIA if you participate!
Client Work and Projects
With August now ended, so is my summer moratorium on outdoor sessions! I've officially kicked off the start of the fall/even-more-hectic-than-usual season and while the summer break from outdoor shooting was nice, I'm ready for your pets!
I also wrapped up the model sessions for Lowcountry Dog Magazine's 2027 calendar and was so pleased to meet such adorable doggos - and get reacquainted with some of the models. Every year the calendar has a different theme and this year was shot in-studio (yay for air conditioning and no wagging tongues!). Calendar pre-orders are available now at a steal, really, including free shipping. Proceeds support our local rescues and shelters - you can check out the order page here or click the image just below.
Can you even believe we are only two and a half months out from the annual Santa photo fundraiser? The good news is, the set is designed and tested and it'll be smooth sailing! Having done this event for so many times now, we really do have the event mechanics down to a science. Be sure to follow the event pages on Facebook for updates (accessible below in the Events listing) and SHOW UP!
I had some lovely studio sessions in August (in the A/C - where it was nice and coooool :) ). Here are a few new-ish faces from the studio.
(Just above, from the 12 calendar sittings.)
And I even squeaked in a sunset session the end of the month on the eve of Truman's 9th birthday (where we had an unexpected party guest).
*** Important Scheduling Note - With summer now [essentially] passed, I am back to shooting outdoors until July of 2027! My temperature-controlled studio is also still available year-round for formal portraits, or fun shoots like treat toss, or ice cream sessions, etc. Guests interested in outdoor fall sessions, though, please note fall dates fill FAST! Don't be surprised if you wait to reach out and find less than optimal schedule availability. Translation: Don't delay; we can schedule further out - we'll have to at this point - but the longer you wait, the further out that date becomes.
Giving Back – Shelters and Rescues
I was only able to photo for Charleston Animal Society in August due to my other schedule obligations. #adoptdontshop Hoping to get to Dorchester Paws and Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary soon too.
There are so many beautiful, interesting and deserving pets waiting to be chosen!
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Tell your pets I said hi!
~ Jeanne
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SCHEDULING NOTES (updated 9/8/26)
Ongoing: Adoptable Animal Photo Sessions.
- October 14, 2026 | Holiday portraits at K9 Resorts, Mount Pleasant (private event).
- October 24, 2026 | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Fall Fest. Come say hi!
- November 14 and 15, 2026 | Santa pet photo fundraiser at Woofgang Bakery & Grooming, Mount Pleasant. (Click here for Day 1 or here for Day 2).
- November 21, 2026 | Holiday Market at Firefly Distillery with Lowcountry Dog Magazine, 12-4pm.
Away/Downtime Dates:
- October 1-5, 2026
- October 27 - November 1, 2026
- End of year TBD
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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).
*** COMMUNICATION
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