Nancy Jones Photography & Design: Central PA Wedding Photographer

Baby Reuben ~Hershey, PA Newborn Photography

2012-01-23T06:43:00.001-08:00

This baby is a sweetie. Look at his gorgeous hair! Thanks to Wendy Parrish for her assistance with this photo session. We set up in her studio and she gave me some newborn photography tips. We will miss you Wendy! Welcome to the world, Mr. Reuben.

Nancy Jones Photography: Hershey Newborn Photographer

Crystal & Mike ~ Camp Hill Wedding Photographer

2012-01-21T11:22:00.000-08:00

Crystal and Mike made me laugh. They were so fun to watch. I loved how Crystal paid such close attention to all the lovely details that made their wedding so beautiful. I loved how Mike watched Crystal and how he seemed to just soak her up with his glances. Mike got Crystal a beautiful bracelet as a wedding gift. Their entire wedding party was a total joy to photograph. They let me be a silly, 8.5 months pregnant lady and didn't laugh too hard at my struggles to stand up after squatting to take various shots. Thank you all. Thank you Crystal and Mike for choosing me to be your wedding photographer. Congratulations!

Benjamin ~ Harrisburg Baby Photographer

2011-11-05T18:44:00.000-07:00

I met this sweet little boy. He is only 10 days old. Here's a sneak peek of the fun session we had this morning.

I had my own baby in October, so look for some of her photos soon!

Crystal & Mike's Wedding Sneak Peek ~ Camp Hill Wedding Photographer

2011-09-24T11:20:00.000-07:00

Here's a sneak peek of the fun wedding I got to shoot last Saturday. I loved Crystal's style and Mike's charm. Congratulations, you two!

Erin & Parvez Wedding ~ Harrisburg Wedding Photographer

2011-08-26T09:26:00.000-07:00

I loved the color and the culture at Erin & Parvez's wedding this spring. They joined his Indian traditions with her Celtic traditions beautifully. Check out the gorgeous henna on Erin's hands. And they even had a musician playing the bagpipes—in a kilt! I am glad I get to be their friend and their photographer.

Allison's Senior Pictures ~ Hershey, PA Senior Photographer

2011-08-24T11:50:00.000-07:00

Allison and I had a blast together during her photo shoot. The evening light was PERFECT and we really covered a lot of ground at Strite's Orchard. Thank you Strite's! Good luck in college, Miss Allison.

I am now booking Class of 2012 senior photos. I have limited spots open for pictures this fall, but we can definitely plan to take your senior photos closer to graduation, too. Call or email me! nancy@nancyjonesphotography.com

Erica & Matt Preview ~ Central PA Wedding Photographer

2011-07-29T10:48:00.000-07:00

I LOVED Matt and Erica's wedding. They put together such an original, creative, and lovely event. I was so tickled to be a part of their wedding and see their ingenuity. Especially impressive were their happy attitudes in spite of the blazing hot (over 100 degrees) and humid day. They are charming and sincere people. I'm so happy for them.

Here are a few of my early favorites from their wedding for you to enjoy. If you're planning a summer wedding, aim for a cooler day, and call me!

Annie Senior Photos ~ Hershey, PA Senior Photographer

2011-07-13T11:58:00.000-07:00

The Class of 2011 has been graduated for over a month, now, so it's about time that I blogged about the lovely gals I got to photograph for their senior pictures.

This is Annie. She is so classy and sweet. I loved getting to see the different sides of her personality and fashion sense. I wish her luck with her college adventures this fall!

If you are looking for senior pictures for class of 2012, call me today. The best time to take the pictures is this summer or early in the fall. You don't want to wait until next spring when it thaws again!

Schulz Family

2011-06-06T19:04:00.000-07:00

This family was very fun! The oldest daughter insisted that I "speak like a Mexican Lady" to get her to laugh. I used un poco de Español to tease out some smiles, and they got hooked! Don't you just love the colors they chose? Springtime family pictures are so happy and fun. The light in the spring (as well as all the landscape) just gives a fresh and colorful look to pictures. If you were thinking of taking family photos in the fall, maybe you should think about switching it up and going barefoot for some fun summer photos!

Baby Antonio ~ Hershey, PA Portrait Photographer

2011-05-24T11:11:00.000-07:00

This is sweet Antonio. After a first failed attempt to photograph him while he was awake, I came back a few days later to try again. This time, he was cozy and asleep in his swing. It was so fun to cuddle him and help him stay sleepy while I snapped some pictures of him. It was awesome to have a big window and an off-camera flash to light up his tiny baby body.

Looking for newborn pictures? You'll have to get them within the first ten or fourteen days of life to make sure they stay nice and sleepy!

Addie & Jamey are Gettin' Married ~ Hershey Wedding Photographer

2011-05-04T11:43:00.000-07:00

Addie and I were roommates at BYU. We both grew up in Las Vegas, but we had to move to Utah to meet each other in the freshman dorms! I love this wonderful girl, and I was so excited to meet Jamey who is just as fabulous as Addie. Best wishes to both of you, and please come and visit us again.

Erin & Parvez Wedding Preview ~ Harrisburg Wedding Photographer

2011-04-26T17:43:00.000-07:00

Here are two of my first-glance favorites from Erin and Parvez's wedding last Saturday. I had a wonderful time photographing my friends on their happy day. And, it was awesome to have my best assistant (my husband) to carry all the gear, pass me batteries and memory cards, and help me stay hydrated on a hot day. The weather cooperated so nicely! Congratulations Erin and Parvez!

Preview of Addie & Jamey's Engagement Photos

2011-04-12T11:06:00.000-07:00

My fabulous former roommate Addie drove all the way from Ohio to see me this past weekend. And, she brought her fabulous fiancê, Jamey. We had fun taking some engagement pictures. More to come!

My Almost 2 Year Old

2011-03-28T10:57:00.000-07:00

I have loved taking pictures of my daughter every month on the 4th (she was born on the 4th of July). I missed March, but here's February. She reminds me so much of my grandmother in these!

Beth {Central Pennsylvania Photographer}

2011-01-26T10:55:00.000-08:00

My lovely friend came over today. I took her picture for the newspaper; she is going to be featured for her service at the historical society, I think. Too snowy to go outside, but the window light was just perfect. And doesn't she look studious by my books?

Valentine's Deal: Free 11x14 print!

2011-01-25T12:38:00.000-08:00

Schedule your portrait session by February 24 to receive a free 11x14 print from your session. Call me today: 461-0056!

Erin and Parvez {Central Pennsylvania Wedding Photographer}

2010-12-30T10:10:00.000-08:00

Okay, so these are over half a year old. I hope you enjoy them anyway. They remind me of how lovely the early summer is! Are you engaged? Email me to schedule your engagement session: nancyjonesphotography@gmail.com

C Family

2010-12-16T11:41:00.000-08:00

This was my third time photographing these kids (2nd time of the whole family), and I think they are starting to trust me with their real smiles. I loved frolicking in the woods with these fun friends! Did you miss fall family pictures? It might be snowing out, but we can still take some pretty shots of your family! Bundle up and email me: nancyjonesphotography@gmail.com

The A Family

2010-12-14T11:34:00.000-08:00

This family has some very well-behaved boys! They were such troopers to smile so nicely in the chilly 40 degree weather. I loved meeting them, and subsequently seeing them around town. Yeah for meeting new people!

Hansen Christmas Card

2010-12-01T10:48:00.000-08:00

Don't you love the pictures they chose for their Christmas Card? I designed the back of the card to accommodate their personal message, too.

All designs are fully customizable. Need Christmas cards? Thank you notes? Email nancyjonesphotography@gmail.com

Adrianne & Ryan {Central PA Wedding Photographer}

2010-11-23T18:19:00.000-08:00

Here's a preview with a few of my favorite shots from Adrianne & Ryan's wedding in Mechanicsburg, PA two weekends ago. The bride is so striking and her husband is so romantic in his uniform. I loved the light that afternoon. It was a warm and wonderful November day.

Hansen Family {Hershey, PA Family Photographer}

2010-10-25T19:37:00.000-07:00

The Hansen family has very sparkly eyes, adorable little girls, and great taste in cupcakes. We had a really fun time playing at the Hershey Hotel this month. Schedule your family or children's portraits email: nancyjonesphotography@gmail.com

25 Free Holiday Cards with your Session

2010-09-27T13:21:00.000-07:00

2010 Holiday Cards

2010-09-21T18:52:00.000-07:00

Announcing Nancy Jones Photography and Design Holiday Cards 2010. Each of these original designs is customizable for your family's holiday needs. Pick your favorite image or images from your session, and I will create a 5x7 card to blow your family away. Choose from either photographic printing or press printing with a smooth pearl finish.

Email me to book your session today. Prices available upon request. nancyjonesphotography@gmai.com

Chic Stripe
Damask Stamp
Merry and Bright
Holiday Swirl
Color Pop
Fancy Schmantzy
Rustic Collage
Season's Lights

Spencer & Heather

2010-09-10T06:19:00.000-07:00

This is my gorgeous sister with her fabulous fiancé. We enjoyed some lovely lighting in downtown Harrisburg for these shots. Enjoy!

Katie & Matt

2010-08-20T10:11:00.000-07:00

Katie and Matt know how to party. I loved all the happy colored shoes and ties going on with their groomsmen and bride's maids. The sweetest moment was when Matt saw Katie for the first time in her wedding dress. What an adoring husband. Also, they had a Ferrari. Very cool.

I'm on Wedding Wire

2010-08-16T18:36:00.000-07:00

Hello friends! I just wanted to let you all know that I'm now on Wedding Wire. Well, I'm awaiting approval and while I do, it would be great if you gave me some reviews. So, brides, grooms, mothers, fathers, and other relatives of the brides and grooms, please go review me!

Review Nancy Jones Photography & Design at WeddingWire

Jason & Aubrey Preview

2010-08-11T06:43:00.000-07:00

We lucked out with wonderful weather and sweet, cool lighting for Jason and Aubrey's wedding in Utah this past weekend. I loved being there with them for their special day. Congratulations!

Ryan and Diana's Wedding Album

2010-07-22T06:06:00.001-07:00

You saw the sneak peek of this wedding, but now here's the wedding album. I'm trying out this online application/service called Scribd. Let me know how you like it!

Ryan & Diana Wed Book Scribd

Website Update

2010-07-16T10:40:00.000-07:00

Hi all! Have you been over to my website lately? I've been working on a redesign to match the happy yellow that I'm loving in my new logo. Keep checking back to see the progress. Hopefully I can get it all updated by the end of the summer.

Weaver Family with their New Addition

2010-07-15T08:23:00.000-07:00

I got to enjoy this sweet family for one last photo shoot before they moved on from Hershey.

Schedule your family's photo shoot now! Email nancyjonesphotography@gmail.com

Dan & VeAnn: Wedding Day

2010-07-03T11:52:00.000-07:00

Dan and VeAnn are very charming together. I am so lucky to be related to them! We had a really fun time taking pictures at the beach and trying to make the San Diego LDS Temple look okay in pictures because it was covered in scaffolding and looked like a construction site instead of like the gorgeous, castle-like temple that it is. Congratulations, Dan and VeAnn. Happy first month of marriage!

Ryan and Diana Preview

2010-06-22T05:56:00.001-07:00

I've been swamped underneath two sets of wedding pictures, and a set of family, baby and engagement sessions. It's so fun to have so many beautiful images to work with, though. Here's a little preview of Ryan and Diana's big day. I had such a wonderful time in Marengo, Illinois and everyone was so gracious and sweet to me. Congratulations "Ryana!"

Erin and Parvez Preview

2010-06-22T04:47:00.000-07:00

So this is Scott. I'm so excited about this couples' pictures (they are my friends and they look great!), that I decided to give a preview of their engagements that Nancy did. More to come.

Will

2010-06-10T08:12:00.000-07:00

This guy has more faces than anyone I know. What a hoot!

Dan & VeAnn are Married!

2010-06-09T08:22:00.000-07:00

Here's a little peek of Dan and VeAnn at the Torrey Pines State Beach in California just after their wedding. Don't they look so romantic and so in love? Check back for the full wedding post in a week or so (maybe longer 'cause I had way too much fun shooting and took loads of pictures!).

Embodying Womahood April Issue

2010-05-28T11:45:00.000-07:00

I am the proud designer for the online journal entitled Embodying Womanhood. This springy design fits the spring and theme of the April Issue. Do you need some custom design to advertise your business or maybe tell your long-distance friends that you've moved? Contact me by email at nancysteelejones@gmail.com.

Nathan age 1!

2010-05-25T10:56:00.001-07:00

He's grown up one year old! I'll post more of these later, but isn't this fun?

Email me today to book a session for your child! nancysteelejones@gmail.com

Parrish Family

2010-05-24T07:29:00.000-07:00

It was a cold and windy day, but their smiles were so bright!

If you want your home to have happy family portraits like these hanging on your walls, contact me by email nancysteelejones@gmail.com.

Baby Miles

2010-05-18T08:31:00.000-07:00

Get a load of these eyes! This is one sharp little 3-month old. I can't handle how cute that hat is on this tiny boy.

Ellsworths

2010-05-06T13:31:00.000-07:00

Emily's Senior Pictures

2010-05-06T06:46:00.000-07:00

Emily is as adorable as she looks in these pictures—friendly, sweet, energetic, and talented.

Katie's Maternity Pictures

2010-05-03T07:16:00.000-07:00

This was a lovely cloudy day in January that I just realized I never blogged about. Enjoy this cute little family!

Dan & VeAnn's Wedding Announcement

2010-04-14T06:45:00.003-07:00

They like leafy without being too floral. I think this is so fun and fresh looking!

New Lens!

2010-04-05T08:56:00.000-07:00

I have a new lens! It gets fabulous depth of field, crisp pictures, and beautiful color. Enjoy a few of my now 9-month old baby on a happy Easter morning.

My Baby One Month Ago

2010-04-01T07:15:00.000-07:00

Blog Redesigns

2010-03-27T10:23:00.000-07:00

I've been busy redesigning my friend Katie's blogs. Though I have a few tweaks to add to one of them, I'm very pleased with the results.

First, I did Katie's blog The Skinny. This is where she posts about her weight-loss goals and offers tips on exercise and healthy recipes.

This next one is her crafty blog called Notes from a very red kitchen. She's got a giveaway happening right now for some free fabric!

Does your blog need a face lift? Or even just a custom banner? Email me and we'll talk! nancysteelejones@gmail.com

Megan & Jason's Wedding Papers

2010-03-25T07:42:00.001-07:00

This happy monogram inspired the rest of the pieces. As did the daisy pattern I created.

Thank you cards.

Megan wanted a spring-feel to her wedding announcement. It was so fun to use such happy colors. I love how they turned out. Someone even had the monogram I created for their announcement etched in glass! How cool is that?

J Kids

2010-03-10T07:40:00.000-08:00

Baby G

2010-03-05T13:24:00.001-08:00

The Bryners

2010-02-10T15:50:00.000-08:00

Weaver Family in the Fall

2009-11-02T14:18:00.000-08:00

Biglers

2009-10-05T19:21:00.001-07:00

The lighting was just right this evening. Not many fall leaves, yet, but gorgeous picture-taking weather. I loved the challenge of getting the impish grin from their cute boy, the un-posed smile from their fun girl, and the happy faces of everyone together at the same time. So fun!

October Photo Sessions

2009-09-25T06:07:00.000-07:00

October is quickly filling up! I'm excited to take your pictures in the fall leaves and the long-sleeve weather. If you're interested in family pictures in October, please email me soon. I only have a few dates left!

Nathan

2009-09-08T09:17:00.000-07:00

This little boy likes to smile just before and just after you take the picture. That just makes the smiley shots even more special!

Weaver Family

2009-08-19T05:53:00.000-07:00

These were like a fairy tale to take—all the colors in the gardens, the fading sunlight, the perfect smiles. This little boy is super photogenic, too. Enjoy a sneak preview!

Hintze Family

2009-06-09T11:25:00.001-07:00

These are some of my favorite people. They make us feel like we have family in PA! And, aren't they all so photogenic? Those purple peonies totally died the week after we did these photos, so we got them at just the right time.

Charlie

2009-05-28T07:18:00.001-07:00

He's a squinter and looks especially adorable with a pouty lower lip and a few bubbles!

Jeff & Jessica

2009-05-19T07:43:00.000-07:00

Ah, how fabulous to have such nice and attractive folks ask you to do their engagement pictures. It was so much fun to be outside and romp around downtown Hummelstown without fearing a little person would walk out into the street. Scott took some great pictures, too, and was so good to heft me up from squatting or kneeling to get certain pictures.

C Kids

2009-05-03T17:46:00.000-07:00

This is just a sneak peek. More of these fun kids to come!

H Girls

2009-04-22T07:13:00.000-07:00

I was so excited to take some spring pictures of some cute and springy little girls. The sun was so nice and it was great to be outside. Just don't tell Mr. H about these 'cause it's a surprise!

Easter Flowers

2009-04-12T10:00:00.000-07:00

Santi

2009-04-11T07:14:00.000-07:00

Infants are nice, but this 7 month old was so fun! I loved capturing the variety in his personality. He's so photogenic and his bedroom had the PERFECT light.

Ethan

2009-04-05T18:51:00.000-07:00

Meet Ethan—the handsome little brother of a cute big sister that you may have seen before. He is so mellow and happy. And check out those eyes!

Sammy Jaybird

2009-03-26T08:34:00.000-07:00

My friend Katie started a business. She sells some adorable onesies and hair clips. She needed a logo and a blog, so this is what I came up with. I drew the bird myself, even.

Business Card:

Blog Header. You can view the blog here.

Price list:

Guitar Man

2009-03-24T06:06:00.000-07:00

This is my wonderful brother. Handsome, no? The answer is yes, very handsome.

Heather

2009-03-06T13:24:00.001-08:00

I'm a little biased (this is my sister), but isn't she pretty?

Maggie

2009-02-15T07:06:00.000-08:00

This little girl was so sweet, tiny, and wiggly! I think she looks great in black and white.

Elizabeth

2009-02-15T06:56:00.001-08:00

Babies are so rewarding because they are so hard to take pictures of with all their squirming and their delicacy. Isn't she a pretty little gal?

Kaitlyn

2009-01-23T20:07:00.000-08:00

This sweet girl will turn two in a few days. She just barely started warming up to me, and I was glad it was right in time for her photo shoot. I think she looks especially lovely in these vintage colors.

Raquel & Ben

2009-01-16T07:06:00.001-08:00

Talk about photogenic. Aren't they cute together?

Laura & Brian

2009-01-16T07:00:00.000-08:00

This is my best friend Laura. She got married within a week of my wedding. The light for these was perfect and so was the chemistry between Laura and Brian. I love these people.

Before and After

2009-01-08T11:05:00.000-08:00

My friend sent me these pictures their family took over Thanksgiving to see if I could "do" anything with them. I thought I'd show you what I can "do" with pictures that might not have had the brightest start in life. Enjoy a few "before and afters."

Brueseke Family

2008-12-16T12:11:00.000-08:00

For a freezing day, this was sure fun. Fun to be with the Bruesekes and fun to use our new camera. Yay for real depth of field! Yay for quick response shutter! Yay for shooting in camera raw!

2008-11-30T16:28:00.000-08:00

More blog headers. Lanette requested a holiday update for their blog. I couldn't decide which of these I liked best, so I gave them all three. They couldn't decide their favorite either. They are going to use all three! The lights one was up through Thanksgiving, the ornament one will be displayed through Christmas, and the trees one will round out the rest of winter. I just love how consistent and classy they all look.

Wright Family

2008-11-30T16:10:00.000-08:00

We actually took these over a month ago. I've just been burned from work too much to get to posting. This was a fun shoot, though. The last of the "point and shoot days" but some very sweet pictures. It's easy to make such lovely people look good!

Katie & Skyler

2008-10-21T07:28:00.001-07:00

These two were so fun. Their wedding was pink and green, and in the summer light, everyone looked amazing. I've played with a few textures on some of their photos so you can see the interesting dimension that they add.

And the winner is . . .

2008-10-13T17:46:00.001-07:00

Me! I win! I won!

So, I opened up my email tonight after a long and tedious day of work to discover that I won some fabulous prizes!!! I entered this giveaway on coveiter.com a while back. The site is fabulously fun and was full of inspiring images and fun ideas. And then, I actually won! See, do you see the cool stuff I'm going to get here? I'm so jazzed. The jewelry is gorgeous, the prints are right up my alley, and the designer lip-balm is lovely, and the list goes on. NINE fabulous prizes! I'll be sure to post pictures when these fun items arrive. If you live close, I might even let you taste the carmel corn!

You too could be lucky someday, if you're lucky.

Mark & Aersta

2008-10-06T14:41:00.000-07:00

These two needed no posing. They are perfectly lovely together and their happiness shines through the photos. I was the 2nd photographer for their wedding. To see the full collection, visit magnifiquephotography.com. Thanks Terra!

Blog Headers

2008-10-06T14:33:00.000-07:00

I also design blog headers. Get the professional touch at a great price. Email me for details. nancysteelejones@gmail.com

Courtney & Wayne

2008-09-17T09:51:00.001-07:00

These are a few photos from Courtney & Wayne's wedding in Salt Lake City, UT. I loved being able to be one of their photographers. They are so tender with each other, and Courtney's whole style was so pleasant and lovely.

Jessica's Wedding Annoucement

2008-09-09T15:05:00.000-07:00

This was a fun announcement. Jessica is a dancer, and with a summer wedding, she wanted an announcement that showed movement, life, and the happiness of being engaged.

Kimball and Shelley

2008-09-09T15:01:00.000-07:00

Kimball and Shelley are such a lovely couple. The late evening light for these late fall photos really highlights their classic style.

Katelyn's Wedding Announcement

2008-09-09T14:52:00.001-07:00

Katelyn wanted an invitation that was simple, elegant, and unique. I added some stock swirlies and tinkered with the type until it was just right.

May Family

2008-08-29T10:56:00.000-07:00

We love the Mays! They are all so happy for pictures, and their baby is so cute.

Abel Family

2008-08-28T09:14:00.000-07:00

We love these kids! The whole family is so good-looking and lovable. It was a challenge to get them all to smile at the same time, though!

Jessi & Trent

2008-08-28T09:10:00.000-07:00

Jessi & Trent are a super stylish couple. They wanted to do some city shots which really worked well for them. Trent & Jessi can pull off goofy and serious with equal ease.

Lanette & Shaun

2008-08-28T07:45:00.001-07:00

Lanette is Scott's cousin and was the first to show us this particular park. We loved how comfortable Shaun and Lanette were together—that made it easy to photograph them.