Ten Year Reunion: Traverse City West High School

It may be painful to admit, but I had the enjoyment of attending my Ten Year High School Reunion earlier this Summer.  To help out, I offered to photograph the event and got some fun images.  You can hire a photographer for any event.  It's a great way to fully to enjoy your event while someone else captures all the memories of it for you.  Especially the ones that may be a little foggy for you afterward or you may not even want to remember!  ;-) 
Oh, and thanks to Maria Hult and all the sponsors for putting it all together!

Take a look and see if there's anyone that you recognize. 

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Professional Photos Can Help Sell Your Home

In a previous post, we mentioned a recommendation from the Today Show, to invest a small amount in professional photographs to help sell your home.

With more people than ever researching new homes online, you may only have one chance to make a good5 impression.

Take a look at the photos below to see how professional photos can help show the size and personality of your home.

We've posted a few amateur photos as well so you can compare. The difference is noticeable.

Reach out to us directly or ask your realtor to contact us about rates and availability: JKPhotoworksTC@gmail.com. You can see more photos at http://www.jkphotoworks.com/

A Standard Photo of the Kitchen

The Same Photo Taken by a Professional

A Standard Real Estate Photo

The Same Photo taken by a Professional



Wedding Gown Deals: WhiteXchange Chicago is Closing!

See Blog Post Below For Details

Chicago's largest and best known wedding gown consignment shop, WhiteXchange, is going out of business next month!  Check out their amazing selection of instock gowns

They are advertising Designer gowns starting at $300, bridal shoes starting at $20, veils and accessories starting at $10! 
 The big weekend kicks- off with a sneak preview Thursday, August 25th - 6pm - 9pm.  Tickets are required for the preview

• $15 bride, $5 additional guest (portion of the proceeds will be given to Brides Against Breast Cancer*)
• Drinks and appetizers served and local key bridal vendors will be on hand to help you get your bridal look for less!
• For tickets contact Rebecca@bettiebombpr.com

The actual sale is Saturday and Sunday, August 27th & 28th - 10am - 6pm

• No appointments necessary – first come, first served
• Please note: Due to space limitations, we can only accommodate two guests per bride and please be prepared to share a dressing room with other brides.

Happy Hunting!  http://www.JKPhotoworks.com/

Affordable, Unique Senior Portraits

It's that time of year again.  Another batch of students prepare for the fun of Senior year as their families try to book the right photographer to capture this milestone.

Check us out as an affordable option for Senior Portraits and other school memories. Our photographers are flexible and want to work with each student to capture their unique personality.  


We'll shoot where you want, when you want, allowing for you to capture a variety of images with different outfits and props.

See www.jkphotoworks.com to see our rates.

They Grow Up So Fast...

We just did a photo shoot for some friends near Hartland, MI.  Their daughter Celcilia was only a week old in these photos, but she hardly looks it. 

Bringing home a newborn is a busy time but they grow up so fast, make sure you capture it!  

To see more about rates for photo sessions with your little ones, check out http://www.jkphotoworks.com/.  See more photos on Facebook

Wedding Savings of the Day!

Groupons of the Day

• 70% off a custom photobook from Mixbook to chronicle your Wedding memories
• Destress with 50% off a couples massage at Spa Forever

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Great Groupons for Brides

• 63% off 30 day unlimited pass to Lifetime Fitness
• Up to 57% off Pole Dancing classes at NY Pole Dancing
• 72% off Zoom Whitening at All Perfect Smiles

Enjoy the savings!
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Great Groupons and Deals for Brides!

From stationary to beauty to diet and personal training, there's some great Groupons and deals out there for Brides to be or anyone else trying to prep for special occasions.  

• 50% off Custom Stationary from Night Owl Paper Good
• 54% off a Keratin Blowout at Karen Marie Salon in Chicago
• 80% off a series of facials at Timeless Medical Spa
• 72% off a Photofacial treatment from SpaDerma
• 60% off lingerie and goods at Romatika Lingerie

With advance planning one can save a lot using Groupons for wedding prep.

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Awesome Wedding Budgeting Tool!

After the excitement and exhilaration of the proposal wearsoff for yourself and your family, most people have one question- How much is this going to cost?

A lot of this depends on size of the wedding but when it comes to basics, that may depend on where you're planning the wedding.

Real Simple has a great too that shows the average cost range of wedding essentials.

Here are some screenshots of the tool

The mapping tool can be found here

The tool is powered by www.costofwedding.com and is built on survey responses from couples by zip code. Visit the website for more detail including prices for premium vendors in your area.

Hope this helps kick off your planning!

JK Photoworks

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Vera Wang White- Couture for Less

If you're a Bride who's been looking for that Couture look for less check out the BRAND NEW Vera Wang White Collection exclusively for David's Bridal.

All dresses are $1,300 and under. You can find the whole collection here

We're loving some of the trendy one shoulder and drop waisted ball gown looks.

Here's a behind the scenes video showing the making of this collection.

ENJOY! ~JK Photoworks

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Wedding Trends- Vintage Glamour

One of the hottest wedding trends of late is vintage glamour.

From the small touches like a birdcage veil or a hair pin to the big statements like a vintage inspired dress.

Here's some fun inspiration for your big day! Enjoy! JK Photoworks

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Chicago Bridal Shows and Expos

For those Chicago Brides- here's a list of the winter events in the Chicago market courtesy of JK Photoworks!

January 29 ~ 3pm - 5pm
Free Bridal Shower Soiree Hosted by Chef Lovely
Kenmore Live Studio
678 N. Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois
312-265-0871

January 30 ~ 11:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
DoubleTree Hotel
1909 Spring Rd.
Oak Brook, Illinois
847-428-3320

January 30 ~ 12pm - 4pm
The Bridal Sampler Wedding Expo
The Hilton - Rosemont
5550 N River Rd
Rosemont, Illinois
(630) 501-1286

February 2 ~ 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Abbington's Bridal Open House 2011
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3S002 IL Route 53
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
630-942-8600

February 6 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Rosemont
9300 W. Bryn Mawr
Rosemont, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 13 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Odyssey Country Club
19110 Ridgeland Ave.
Tinley Park, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 20 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Renaissance Hotel, Northbrook
933 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 27 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Belvedere Banquets
1170 W. Devon Ave.
Elk Grove, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 27 ~ Noon-4 pm
Warsaw Premier Bridal Expo
Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College
200 Seminary Drive
Wiinona Lake, Illinois
574-549-7299

March 13 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Ashyana Banquets
1620 75th Street
Downers Grove, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 3 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Stonegate Banquets & Conference Center
2401 W. Higgins Rd.
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 10 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Georgios Banquets
8800 W. 159th Street
Orland Park, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 17 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
DoubleTree Hotel
1909 Spring Rd.
Oak Brook, Illinois
847-428-3320

May 15 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Schaumburg
1800 E. Golf Rd.
Schaumburg, Illinois

May 22 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Westin Hotel, Wheeling
601 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, Illinois
847-428-3320

June 12 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Sheraton Hotel & Towers
301 East North Water St.
Chicago, Illinois
847-428-3320


Enjoy!! http://www.jkphotoworks.com/