Rocky Mountain Open 2011

This past weekend I attended the 2011 Rocky Mountain Open held at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. The Rocky Mountain Open is a gymnastics meet held at the beginning of the year (January 15). For many, it's the start of the new season and for me, it's the start of my brothers second year at the University of Oklahoma (Team OU/Boomer Sooner).

It began at 6pm on a chilly Saturday night, however the gym in which they competed was NOT so chilly... it was actually quite warm! I feel like I was the one doing all the working out! It was a great competition and this year the Olympic Training Center (OTC) was allowed to compete against the NCAA teams and have their scores counted. Most years, they're not allowed to be counted towards team scores, but this year it was on.

It was a battle between OU and the OTC for a majority of the night, but the OTC ended up winning first place team, but my brother was able to capture the first place all around followed by a few members at the OTC. It was a great way to start the new season, but it also showed us that there's a lot to do from here and how they will work to continue getting better through out the season. I saw a lot of new tricks and am excited to see how they will in time, become perfected in this years routines!

Here are a few of the shots from this past weekend... I only photographed two guys this time around, but I'll be attending many more meets, so stay tuned to learn more about team OU!

This is my brother Jake.





This is Troy, his roommate and teammate at OU.





And this is a new product I'm finally ready to offer... PHOTO MONTAGES! Prices for a custom montage start at just $99!
Another photo montage is in the works! I'll be sure to publish it when it's completed :) I thank you all for your support and I look forward to this year! It's already off to a great start!

- Jessi

Up next... Valentines Pin Ups, Gymnastics Nevada Challenge from Reno, NV, and Winter Cup Challenge from Las Vegas, NV!

Valentines is near...

Well hello everyone!

I hope that you all had a wonderful holiday and a Happy New Year! Studio changes are underway and I'm very excited for the new year. I haven't had many shooting gigs these few weeks, but it gave me a chance to work on the studio. At the end of the month I will be headed to Reno, NV to be a vendor at the Gymnastics Nevada Challenge. I'm really looking forward to this gig and hope to get some great images out of it!

Monthly newsletters are now started... they are available online. Just go to my website and click on Studio News and the January Newsletter will drop down!! When it opens in the new window, be sure to click on the lower right hand corner to flip pages. I hope you'll enjoy the online magazine styled newsletter. My hopes is to keep you guys better informed of specials, events, and studio news. Just one of the many new improvements for 2011!

This month's special:
I will get back to my studio ... but I wanted to let you know that for the next two days you will receive $50 off your session fee when you book and hold a session! Also, January 23 - February 5th is the Valentines Special. You can choose from four packages to give your loved ones whether it be a family session, a couples session, pictures for mom/dad/grandparents etc, or for you ladies... Boudoir session! I promise to work especially close with you on a one on one session to make you feel comfortable and to get the feel you'd like out of the images. Call today to schedule your session!

Upcoming event:
What: For one day only come into the studio for a mini session and receive 24 valentines themed wallets free of charge! (Or upgrade to a standard 8x10 image).
When: February 13th
Where: Jessi's Studio (call for directions)
Time: 10am - 1pm

Space is limited so call to reserve your time slot today!

p.s. I've just purchased a brand new RED background just for this special event! Give a loved one a special gift from you on this Valentines day... nothing says I love you more than a one of a kind photo!

Have a great weekend!
Jessi