Vendors and the LGBTQ+ Community
With the emergence of a more forceful LGBTQ+ community, coupled with efforts to expand and secure the equal rights members of this community are entitled to, there continues to be a focus on ensuring the LGTQ+ individuals are not excluded from securing the services they want or need due to discrimination. Vendors and the LGBTQ+ Community need
Photographing and Posing LGBTQ+ Couples
As photographers, many of us have probably searched for all different types of posing ideas from cute, to elegant, to unique. But we've also constantly seen examples of hetero-normative photographing and posing, rather than with LGBTQ+ couples. Which then has also led to some…interesting questions. No doubt, some of these questions are well meaning, but clunky nonetheless.
Allyship Through Learning and Language
There is SO much information that can be given about becoming inclusive and affirming, and there are so many resources about it. But before continuing on with some ways you can be inclusive, many people like to know some of the most commonly used terms. I’m going to share terms and definitions that you are likely to
What Is an LGBTQ+ Ally? Why Be an Ally?
In 2022 we are happy that the LGBTQ+ community has made a lot of progress in positive visibility and protections in the past few decades. However, we are also well aware that not everybody is supportive, let alone affirming. In 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriages in all 50 states with the court ruling Obergefell
Conshohocken Trailhead Proposal
Tyler and Logan have an adorable dog - a golden retriever, to be exact. Dogs need lots of exercise, so Tyler thought of the perfect surprise proposal for Logan that included their pooch. Tyler decided to pop the question while the two were on a walk with their dog at the Conshohocken Trailhead. J & J Studios
LOVE Park Engagement Session
Kristen and Shawn are a wonderful couple who are deeply in love. J & J Studios was so honored to capture the photos of their LOVE Park engagement session. We hope you love them, too! Meet the Couple: Shawn and Kristen Kristen and Shawn share a modern love story. They met on Match.com, and after meeting for the first
Troegs Independent Brewing Proposal
Alex brightened up a winter afternoon by proposing to Sarah at Hershey, PA’s Troegs Independent Brewing. She was so surprised, but she said yes! J & J Studios captured both the proposal and some engagement photography for this adorable young couple. Congratulations, Sarah and Alex! J & J Studios wishes you happiness and luck! About the Location: Troegs
A Philadelphia Proposal – Clair and Evan
There is definitely excitement in the air as this lovely couple, Clair and Evan, are captured so elegantly in a Philadelphia Proposal photo shoot. Through the lens of award-winning photographer, John Ryan of J&J Studios, Clair and Evan used the backdrop of the city of Philadelphia as their canvas in order for John and his team to
A Rocky Steps Proposal – Kate and James
Philadelphia has a plethora of special settings for any special event you can imagine. One of those special places and very well know are the Rocky Steps. And in this case, the setting served as an excellent backdrop for a Rocky Steps Proposal for couple Kate and James. The 72 stone steps leading up to the entrance of
Longwood Gardens Engagement Venue
An engagement is such a lovely event for a young couple. It begins the road towards what all hope to be a lifetime commitment of love and partnership as the two begin a long-term journey together. Such was the case at the Longwood Gardens and the engagement of Kimberly & Rick. And what a lovely setting for such
