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Emma’s Sunrise Senior Session in Alpharetta, Georgia

There’s just something about sunrise sessions that feels extra special. The quietness of the morning, the soft glow coming through the trees, the stillness before the world fully wakes up… it always feels so peaceful and dreamy, and Emma’s senior session was exactly that! As an Alpharetta GA Senior Photographer, this was a dream! We […]

May 6, 2026

North Georgia senior photographer sunrise portraits

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Cumming Georgia, Family, Portraits

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Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Planning your wedding comes with a million decisions, and choosing your photographer is one of the biggest ones. As a Dallas–Fort Worth Wedding Photographer serving couples in both Texas and North Georgia, I’ve seen how much peace comes from knowing the right questions to ask your wedding photographer before you book. Your photographer is with […]

February 17, 2026

Amanda smiling holding her camera in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Cumming Georgia, Dallas-Fort Worth, Engagements, Wedding Photographer Tips, Weddings

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How to Prepare Kids for Family Photos | Cumming Georgia Family Photographer

As a Cumming Georgia Family Photographer, one of the biggest questions I get from parents is: “How do I make sure my kids behave during photos?” The truth?They don’t have to behave perfectly! I am trained and have tons of experience with kiddos so I can totally make them feel comfortable! I am here to […]

February 17, 2026

Mother holding baby in Cumming Georgia field

Client Experience, Cumming Georgia, Family, Portraits

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Why We Chose Dallas, Texas | A New Chapter for Amanda Jenkins Photography

Choosing where to build your life isn’t a small decision! Over the past year, Brady and I prayed, talked, researched, dreamed, and imagined what the next season would look like — not just personally, but professionally. We kept coming back to one place: Dallas, Texas. There were some more places as well, but Brady works […]

February 15, 2026

Amanda smiling with camera in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Dallas-Fort Worth, Engagements, Personal, Weddings

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How I Prep for a Wedding Day Emotionally + Practically

There’s something sacred about photographing a wedding. Yes, it’s beautiful and exciting, but it’s also emotional, layered, and deeply personal. As a wedding photographer, I know I’m not just showing up to take pretty photos. I’m stepping into one of the most meaningful days of someone’s life. That’s why, at Amanda Jenkins Photography, my wedding […]

October 21, 2025

Bride in Groom holding wedding rings in front of veil in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Wedding Photographer Tips, Weddings

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Why Feeling Safe in Front of the Camera Matters

The Heart Behind Amanda Jenkins Photography At Amanda Jenkins Photography, photography is more than just beautiful images, it’s a deeply emotional photography experience rooted in trust, connection, and safety. From the very beginning, I’ve known that people don’t just want to look good in photos, they want to feel good. You truly do remember how […]

October 21, 2025

Amanda Jenkins creating a safe photography environment for family session

Client Experience, Explore

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