Mill Creek Photographer, specializing in newborn photography, baby photography, and maternity photography.

Cake Smash Bothell Mill Creek Photography June Bug Photography

January 12, 2016

I have had the pleasure of working with this adorable family several times over the last few months. I met them around Halloween, where they were wearing the CUTEST jedi and ewok costumes. I knew I liked them at that moment. Ha.

Little brother celebrated his first birthday with an epic cake smash, and he didn’t disappoint. He totally rocked the session, and LOVED the bath time session at the end. Mom had a hard time getting all the blue dye off of him after the smash, so the bath was practical too.

Cake smashes are such a fun way to celebrate such a huge milestone. Smash sessions are always sure to elicit giggles, smiles, and full tummies.

Family photo session Bothell Landing June Bug Photography

December 31, 2015

As I am wrapping up the year, I just have to share a few more images from this family session. I am so happy they found me, and I had a total blast getting to know them all. They were so full of love for eachother, and fun to work with. The kiddos were AMAZING, and I am thrilled that these images capture the love and connection that was so strong with this family.

We did the session at Bothell Landing, which is often teaming with photographers…but luckily, the dreary morning must have scared everyone off. We were practically the only people at the park, and despite it being a bit cold, the weather was just perfection.

Newborn photography Bothell, Mill Creek, Snohomish June Bug Photography

December 31, 2015

I had a VERY busy few weeks before Christmas, and I have some catching up to do with my blog posts! Here is an adorable little man who was such a trooper for his session. Dad wasn’t able to join us, as he had VERY important commitments (aka, the game was on) so we suprised him with an adorable Sehawks setup.

Finding my style: Loving neutrals!

December 31, 2015

I pulled a few of my favorite images from my recent sessions to update my canvases in studio…and I noticed a trend. LOOOOOTS of neutral colors (cream, brown, white, etc) some with a pop of color. I am kind of obsessed with how they look together!

I have stocked my studio with colors, props, backdrops, hats, outfits, etc that I love..everything here was in studio. I am a bit of a prop addict, but I just love seeing my vision come to life in these images.

I am shifting my focus to primarily newborn photography, baby milestone photography, and kids! I have found that I love babies and kids so much, and my schedule only allows for a few sessions a week (for now, hopefully I can increase my load once the kids are in school) and I have decided to focus on what I love most.

I will be posting a ton of my most recent sessions in the next week.

Wizard of Oz themed Newborn Photos! June Bug Photography, Snohomish county family photographer

October 14, 2015

I had planned on waiting ’til Halloween to post these, but I just can’t wait any longer! I teamed up with the wonderfully talented brains behind Buttercup Baby Props (Aaron and Hannah) for this adorable Wizard of Oz themed Newborn Photos session. Props/layers/bonnets all made by Buttecup Baby Props! These are a few of my favorites from the session:

I just LOVE the adorable baby in the gingham romper, she makes the perfect Dorothy! I can’t decide which is my favorite outfit, Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow, or the Tin Man. She’s pretty stinkin’ cute in them all!!

I am hoping that by this time next year, most of my workload will be photographing newborns. I have definitely found my calling, and I just adore newborn sessions. Don’t get me wrong, I will keep doing family sessions, and milestone sessions (I LOVE THOSE TOO) but I am excited about the prospect of working while both my kids are in school during the week, and having my weekends back to spend with my family!

Melissa Jenkins of June Bug Photography specializes in Newborn Photography Snohomish County.

I have an in home studio near Mill Creek, and love babies and kids of all ages. Sessions with June Bug Photography are crazy fun, and you will treasure your images! All packages include 4×6 prints on archival, professional paper. I feel it is super important to have your images printed, as it is the only way to ensure the will last for generations to come.

Family Photos…in the rain! June bug Photography, Snohomish County family photographer.

October 14, 2015

Family Photos … in the rain!

Remember the POURING rain and crazy wind we had on Saturday morning? Me too! Mostly because I was IN IT, photographing this awesome (and brave) family. The deluge started right when we were scheduled to begin our session, so we decided that since we were all there, dressed, and ready…we would give it a go! I’m so glad we did, because these images are so adorable!

Here are a few of my favorites from the session:

Mom was worried that the kiddos wouldn’t have the patience for a bunch of posed family shots, so we opted for a fun, casual, “lifestyle” session (with some posed family shots in there too). I just love how the images turned out! I have to admit that I wasn’t confident that I would get this many awesome images, as my glasses were covered with rain I couldn’t see through them! Finally, I had to take my glasses off and put them in my pocket. I had my camera wrapped up in a ziploc bag, and brought along umbrellas for the family. Their little daughter was so sweet, and kept asking “Do you have an umbrella? Where is your umbrella?!” I totally would have used one, if I had an extra arm! My fingers were prunes by the end of the session, and I am pretty sure it is the first time I have gotten wrinkly fingers from rain (and not a LOOOOOONG bath!, which I definitely needed after the session).

June Bug photographer Melissa Jenkins specializes in family photography, including newborns, babies, and kids of all ages. Studio sessions are held in my in-home studio in Snohomish (while technically “Snohomish”, we are located much closer to Mill Creek). Having an in home studio means that we can all relax a bit at make ourselves at home. I have TONS of gorgeous and creative props, wraps, outfits, hats, headbands, anything you can imagine.

Stunning Maternity Photography Session, Snohomish County photographer June Bug Photography.

October 14, 2015

A bit about my recent Maternity Photography Session

I have a bit of a confession to make…I don’t have ANY photos of myself while I was pregnant. I remember feeling so HUGE, and uncomfortable, and grumpy. I avoided the camera, and I had no idea that just a few short years later I would regret not having any photos (let alone a few GOOD photos).

Luckily, this mama is not me. She is gorgeous, stunning, and sweet…and I had such a great time photographing her, her bump, and her adorable little daughter.

Here are a few of my favorites:

I spoke with a good friend about my regrets about not having any photos of myself pregnant, and how I just don’t get excited about maternity sessions. This is what she said to me: “Let me show you how I do maternity sessions. Then you will LOVE them.” Turns out, she was right! Hannah (of Buttercup Baby Props) came to my studio, and we did a maternity session together…and I LOVED IT!! I have since bought a bunch of new gorgeous, flowy gowns, and I am excited to bring in more mamas!! I just love how Hannah showed me to focus on making mama comfortable, relaxed, and making them look their best!! Gah, now I just wish I had known Hannah 4 years ago!!

Winter Mini Sessions: Now Booking

October 6, 2015

I gave my loyal clients a bit of a head start, and sent out booking information for my upcoming Winter mini sessions. I woke up this morning, and OVER HALF of my session were already booked!!! I have the best clients EVER!!

Not booked yet? Not to worry, there are a few spots left..snag one while you can! Follow this link: https://junebugphotography.youcanbook.me/ to reserve your spot.

The details:

The set will be super simple and bright. I will have a giant white bed, with white blankets and pillows set against a white (backlit) backdrop. I wanted to do something unique, while still having my families be the center of attention in the images. I am a pretty simple gal, and much prefer a clean, simple set-up…and this one is exactly what I was envisioning these last few months.

Bring along Christmas Pjs, or come in your best dress clothes…anything goes, and it is going to be adorable.

$75 Includes

20 minute session in studio.

Your choice of 5 high resolution digital files, chosen from your online gallery (with printing rights)

Additional prints/files can be purchased directly from your online gallery.

NOVEMBER 14th and NOVEMBER 15th ONLY!

Back to school pictures – with style! June Bug Photography Snohomish county photographer.

October 6, 2015

Back to school pictures can be boring…but not around here! This little one is homeschooled, and mom decided to book a fun back to school session to celebrate the start of her school year. She came into the studio in the most adorable outfit, complete with matching necklace, bracelet…and brand spankin’ new shoes. She was so sweet, and just a perfect little model. The only challenge? Getting her to look at the camera! We got creative, and just might have broken out the “fart gun” to draw her gaze (*hint*, we totally did!). It was such a fun session, and she just looks perfect! Just look at her curls?! Am I right?!

More adorable babies in vintage dresses! June Bug Photography, snohomish county photographer.

October 6, 2015

I did back-to-back sessions with some seriously gorgeous little girls last week. They both modeled my collection of vintage rompers, dresses, bonnets, and more. I am so smitten with the entire look, and I hope all my moms choose to go with a simple, neutral, vintage look.

This little lady is already 7 months old, and just keeps getting cuter!! I love that she is almost too big for the blue bed prop, as she was posed in it for her newborn session as well! I am thrilled that baby A is a part of my “Grow with me” plan, because that means I get to see her a whole bunch before she turns one!! Here are a few of my favorites from her session.

These two are simply adorable! Big brother was so sweet with his little sister, and I just love the simplicity of this image. I will likely be overloading you with images from today, because this is literally the FIRST photo I edited..and I know I am going to love them all. I got to use a bunch of my vintage dresses & rompers with little sister today, and I am just in love with the vintage neutral style. love.

June Bug photography (Melissa Jenkins) specializes in family photography, including newborns, babies, and kids of all ages. Studio sessions are held in my in-home studio in Snohomish (while technically “Snohomish”, we are located much closer to Mill Creek). Having an in home studio means that we can all relax a bit at make ourselves at home. I have TONS of gorgeous and creative props, wraps, outfits, hats, headbands, anything you can imagine.

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