Jessica & Scott

When I said I have a busy summer, I wasn't kidding one bit! My Brother-in-law will be marrying this sweet little thing in September. I am so excited for their wedding! It will be a perfect country wedding! 

Jessica and I were up at 5:30 AM (yes, as in the morning)  to start her makeup. It was totally worth it!

I am always amazed to see how morning photo shoots turn out. The lighting looks perfect.

Karina did a wonderful job you can see more of her work Here .

If you are wondering if all Jessica's hair is %100 natural?  The answer is yes, yes it is.

It is okay if you are obsessed, I am too.

So, let me introduce you to another family member that I will gain with this marriage.

Her name is Ally.

Elk Farm Inspirational Photo Shoot

About a month ago I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to help with this stunning inspirational photo shoot. It was a total blast! The model Makenzie was a doll!!

Makenzie's hair and makeup turned out flawless !! She is such a beautiful person inside and out!

I  L O V E  the braid in the up do!

I just have to give a HUGE thanks to R and J elk ranch for letting us hang out with their elk for an hour or so. Being at the elk ranch gave this shoot a beautiful unique feel!! 

Karina from Sweet Creek Photography took the pictures. She is so stinking talented!!

http://sweetcreekphoto.blogspot.com/

Special Grad

Yesterday was an exciting day for my family! My stunning, one of a kind little sister Karina, graduated from
 high school! 

Karina graduating is very bitter sweet for me.  She now has the opportunity to grow and start a new chapter of her life. While on the other hand she will be moving 8 hours away from me this fall.

I has the honor to help Karina with her hair and makeup for her senior pictures. Mandi Nelson took them. She did a wonderful job!!

Thanks for taking this pic dad...

W O R K S H O P

Hello industry friends!! I'm excited to announce that the talented Diana White and I have teamed up to offer a workshop at the end of June. It's sure to be a enjoyable afternoon full of knowledge, laughter, and sparkle!! We are only offering limited spots at this workshop and seats are filling up F A S T ! To reserve your spot please email beyoutiful.by.jade@gmail.com.

Shawnee + Anthony

Exciting news! This summer will be extra busy around the Parkinson household. There will be two weddings this summer. My sister-in-law Shawnee is getting married in August, and my brother-in-law Scott will be getting married in September!  I just love weddings.  I'm so excited!

A few weeks ago Shawnee had her engagement pictures taken by my talented sister, Karina. I was honored to do Shawnee's makeup!  Her pictures couldn't have turned out any better!

WOW, what a cute couple!!

They are just absolutely dreamy!

Darling and Effective

Now that I have shorter hair, I have had the opportunity to figure out new, cute, and exciting ways to wear my hair.  This cute chevron pattern is a darling, and effective way to make a short-hair top knot look classy, and put together. Try it out!

 

So I know this is so random, and I know it has nothing to do with the beauty industry, but wow, don't these blossoms just make you smile?!  I drive past this sweet little bush every day on my way to work.  It just sets the mood for a fantastic work day.

Our Family Pictures

On March 5, 2014, two days before I got my hair chopped, my talented sister Miss Karina Jean took our family pictures. I wasn't sure how pictures in the snow would turn out. But WOW, I love them. Was it chilly? Yes. Did my feet get wet? Yes. Karina's got the wettest, though. My husband Luke was the only one who thought to bring an extra pair of boots. Karina ended up wearing Luke's muck boots for most of the shoot. Was it worth it? ABSOLUTELY!!! 

Just look at Meeka's face! Some people may think it's strange to take family pictures with our dog. But we consider her part of our family. And by the look on Meeka's face, it appears that she considers us family also!

I adore all the pictures Karina took. But if I had to choose a favorite, this would be it.  This picture is hanging in our living room.

I know; I know. The next two pictures are the same. I just couldn't decide if I like this picture more in color or black and white. I figured there was no harm putting both on!

If you are wondering if Luke and I like to hike? "Yes, we do". Did we have to climb up a rocky hillside to get this picture? Yes, we did.  I just needed to get this shot. We took a picture like this for our wedding where I was in my wedding dress, and I just love it.

I couldn't be more pleased with how our pictures turned out! Karina captured our personality perfectly! If anyone would like her information to have her do your pictures or to see a portfolio of more of her work, please e-mail me and I would be happy to pass her information along.

http://sweetcreekphoto.blogspot.com/

My Outfit
 - I curled my hair with a 1 inch wand a few hours before the shoot. 5 minutes before we left I    re-curled a few pieces on the top layer.

- Shirt: Came from American Eagle.

-  Jeans: I got at Bohme last year. They are the Flying Monkey brand.

- Shoes: They may be my favorite part of my outfit. They are Sperry Top-sider's.

Luke's Outfit
 - Shirt: I got his shirt at American Eagle when I got mine.

-Jeans: I wanted the old wore out look for these pictures.  I just had him wear jeans that he has had for years. I think he got them at Zumies.

- Shoes: Luke is a country boy so he just wore his good 'ol cowboy boots that he got at Cal-Ranch.

Meeka's Outfit
- She is just naturally cute!