It courses through my veins, and I think about it all day, every day. This feeling goes beyond simply joy, and into the realm of crazed passion. It is my breath, it is my heart, it is my life or death. It’s just not something I could do without like a favorite article of clothing (although, the thought of having to live without my Free People tops, or that one pair of dark denim jeans that makes m
y butt look good makes my heart hurt), and I wouldn’t be “me” without it. The Jade I know would cease to exist. I know that sounds over the top, but that’s just how I am about the things and people I love. I give it my all. That’s all I can give, being the perfectionist I am. I create art as much as for myself as for my clients – I live to see your eyes light up when you see your photos for the first time, heck, I even have tissues on hand in case we get super emotional. But I know you’re wondering what else there is to me besides photography. I am generally introverted, shy, and stumble on my words (and feet) when I’m nervous. You might never know this, though, because once we “click” I am all over the place with my dramatic hand gestures while I talk your ear off (my boyfriend really likes to make fun of me when I’m on the phone because I even do hand gestures during that somehow)! I’m a complete nerd. I have a collection of antique anatomy and astronomy books, I aced all my chemistry courses, and I might have a slight obsession with looking through microscopes. I also have a love for Doctor Who, Futurama, Big Bang Theory, board games, and anything pixelated like an old school 8-bit video game. My top choice for relaxation is taking a drive along the coast through the beautiful ocean towns and forests of the Pacific Northwest. I love the sensation of the tiny sprinklings of water droplets on my face in the fog – it refreshes my soul. My favorite morning ritual is sitting in my sunny art room… sipping a hot cup of tea… listening to music on my record player… flipping through a book, or staring at my ever-growing crystal and terrarium collection.
. . MOST IMPORTANTLY - I *sincerely* look forward to each and every photo session. I get nervous (just like anyone would on a first date), and I silly jokes to lighten the situation. But I am so flattered every time someone chooses me to photograph them, and get just as excited to see the results as you do!
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