Available September 9-11 only! Sessions are available at 10am, 12pm, & 2pm. I've got 6 spots available for this special.
Session includes 1 military inspired look + 1 outfit of your choice
$225 session + digital files
$315 session + digital files + album
Email me at [email protected] or use the contact form here to schedule your session!
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Summer Boudoir Minis are available August 12-14 and 18-20 and Military Minis are available September 9-11.
Regular sessions are available anytime!
Coming up in October: Dark Glam Minis
Booking for those starts in mid-August so keep an eye on the blog and my social media for details!
To book email [email protected] or use the contact form here to get started!
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You may have noticed I have officially switched over to my new name, Honey Hill Boudoir, I'm so excited for this new branding!
I've also got a couple of spots left for July dates!
To book email [email protected] or use the contact form here to get started!
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As I prepared to reopen my photography studio and wanting to simplify my branding, I realized how much I loved the name and how special it was to me, so Honey Hill Digital Art Studio was born! I'll still specialize in boudoir photography but of course I'll continue to offer regular portrait sessions for my long term clients and new friends I meet along the way, and I also continue doing digital watercolor artwork. You might see me at some of your favorite craft events & bazaars this fall with that new adventure!
You can find me on FB at:
Honey Hill Portrait Photography
and Instagram at:
Honey Hill Photography & Digital Art
You can also check out my digital watercolors in my Etsy shop at www.etsy.com/shop/honeyhilldigital
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Email me at [email protected] or use the contact form here to schedule your session!
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Boudoir by Becca will be temporarily closed due to Covid-19 restrictions.
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THE STUDIO IS NOW OPEN!
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All weekday boudoir photography sessions are only $75 for your session fee during the month of February! Sessions are available in the morning and early afternoon, Tuesday through Friday each week (Saturdays are available too, they just aren't part of this awesome promo price!) You can book the short session which is normally $100 OR you can book the standard session which is normally $150 for just $75! Yep, up to half off your session fee for the entire month of February if you book on a weekday.
Available dates:
Feb. 4--booked
Feb. 7-booked
Feb. 12-booked
Feb. 13-AM booked, 1PM AVAILABLE
Feb. 17- 10AM AVAILABLE, PM booked
Feb. 18- 1PM available
Feb. 20-10AM available
Feb. 21-booked
Feb. 25-11AM available
Feb. 27- 10AM or 1PM available
Feb. 28-10AM or 1PM available
All sessions are done in a private studio setting by female boudoir photographer Becca Scott Reynolds. Sessions include a consultation before your session to go over outfit ideas, posing suggestions, and to answer any questions you may have, as well as your session time, basic editing, and a proof viewing and ordering consultation after your session to choose your favorite images for purchase as prints, albums, canvases, calendars, and photo gifts.
Message Becca or email [email protected] for booking details and available session times or to schedule your consultation.
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Want to see more of my work? Follow me on social media!
Instagram: www.instagram.com.boudoirbybecca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/boudoirbybecca
Private FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/boudoirbybecca
Ladies 18 & up only, please.
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Available dates:
Feb. 4
Feb. 5
Feb. 7
Feb. 12
Feb. 12
Feb. 13
Feb. 18
Feb. 20
Feb. 21
Feb. 25
Feb. 27
Feb. 28
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All sessions are done in a private studio setting by female boudoir photographer Becca Scott Reynolds. Sessions include a consultation before your session to go over outfit ideas, posing suggestions, and to answer any questions you may have, as well as your session time, basic editing, and a proof viewing and ordering consultation after your session to choose your favorite images for purchase as prints, albums, canvases, calendars, and photo gifts.
Message Becca or email [email protected] for booking details and available session times.
Want to see more of my work? Follow me on social media!
Instagram: www.instagram.com.boudoirbybecca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/boudoirbybecca
Private FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/boudoirbybecca
Ladies 18 & up only, please.
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All sessions are done in a private studio setting by female boudoir photographer Becca Scott Reynolds. Sessions include a consultation before your session to go over outfit ideas, posing suggestions, and to answer any questions you may have, as well as your session time, basic editing, and a proof viewing and ordering consultation after your session to choose your favorite images for purchase.
Message Becca or email [email protected] for booking details and available session times.
Want to see more of my work? Follow me on social media!
Instagram: www.instagram.com.boudoirbybecca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/boudoirbybecca
Private FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/boudoirbybecca
Ladies 18 & up only, please.
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Message Becca or email [email protected] for booking details and available session times.
Want to see more of my work? Follow me on social media!
Instagram: www.instagram.com.boudoirbybecca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/boudoirbybecca
Private FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/boudoirbybecca
Ladies 18 & up only, please.
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Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/boudoirbybecca
Follow me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/boudoirbybecca
Join my private FB group: www.facebook.com/groups/boudoirbybecca
Ladies 18 & up only, please.
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Want to be the first to know about future events? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Look us up at @handmadegoldsboro
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Want to see more of my work? Follow me on social media @BoudoirByBecca or join my private ladies only Facebook group
Ready to book your own session or schedule a consultation? Email me at [email protected] or click here to send me a message!
Revival by Just Becca is hosting the Handmade Fall Market at the Terrace Room in downtown Goldsboro, NC on Sunday, September 29 from 2-5pm. Applications will be available soon for interested vendors of high quality, handmade items. The Handmade Market is one of the largest handmade only shopping events in the area and we are planning for our best market EVER this fall!
Interested vendors can email [email protected] for vendor information.
Want to come shop? Check out our event page to see sneak previews of our vendors and be sure to follow our FB page for future events. We host the handmade market in September & December each year!
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To book a session in the new studio suite please email [email protected]
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March 1--one session left
March 8--one session left
March 9--one session left
March 30--two sessions left
SPECIAL PACKAGES AVAILABLE!
Session Fees starting at $150
Session + 8x8 album $265
To book a consultation to plan your session:
Contact photographer Becca Scott Reynolds at 919-222-8566 or send me an email
Need a different date? Get in touch and I'll check my calendar!
Check out my Facebook page for more information and future boudoir session dates at Boudoir by Becca! Want to see more of my work and hear from other women who have booked a session? Join my ladies only Facebook group!
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February 9--SOLD OUT
February 18--SOLD OUT
February 23--1 spot left
SPECIAL PACKAGES AVAILABLE!
Session Fees starting at $150
Session + 8x8 album $265
To book:
Contact photographer Becca Scott Reynolds at 919-222-8566 or send me an email
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Interested in modeling for a session for my portfolio? Email [email protected] or use the contact form here.
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VENDORS:
If you are interested in being a vendor you can find the application at https://www.justbecca.com/hhf.pdf or by contacting event coordinator Becca Scott Reynolds at [email protected] or 919-222-8566.
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This fun shopping event featuring all handcrafted items from local artists and artisans is Sunday, December 2 from 2-5pm at the Terrace Room in historic downtown Goldsboro.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE VENDOR FORM!
The application process will be open to new vendors starting October 16!
Be sure to review the vendor agreement before you submit your application!
Vendor forms are reviewed by the vendor selection committee to give the best variety of shopping options for customers, duplicate vendors of very similar products will not be booked. You will recieve an email within 7 days of submitting your application with a notification if you have been accepted to the market or not, or if you have been placed on the waiting list.
If you are approved as a market vendor, you will have 7 calendar days to accept your space by submitting your payment, artist bio, and 3-5 photos for advertising or your spot will be opened back up for booking.
Follow the Handmade Market online at
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Your fashionista will learn a hand dyeing technique to design a one of a kind silk scarf with local designer Becca Scott Reynolds of Just Becca Boutique in this fun art class for kids at Studio 106 Art & Creative Outlet in historic downtown Goldsboro, NC. To register call 919-222-8566 or email [email protected]
Cost is $30, which includes all supplies.
Two dates available!
Wednesday, September 26
2:30-4:30pm
This is an early release date for WCPS!
Saturday, September 29
10am-12pm
Early registration is recommended, there is a minimum of 6 students and a maximum of 10 students per class. Registration closes September 19.
Scarf Design ClassRegister now for Just Becca's Scarf Design Class for tweens and teens ages 8-14! [email protected]
Can’t make these dates? Follow Just Becca on Facebook and Instagram, or join Just Becca's Clubhouse for more classes & events this fall!
Southern Wayne County residents-Grantham, MarMac, Dudley, Mount Olive, Seven Spring, Four Oaks, Newton Grove-here's your chance to do some shopping right in your own backyard while you support your friends and neighbors and their businesses as well as the church's missions.
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October 20
10am-3pm
Email [email protected] for more info!
Vendor spaces are $35, which includes 1 table with 2 chairs and 1 lunch ticket for the cafe hosted by the youth group.
Click here to get the registration form!
Check out the Facebook event page here!
Contact event host Becca Scott Reynolds at 919-222-8566 or [email protected] with any questions. Please do not call the church!
The PUMC Youth Group will host a cafe where shoppers can purchase lunch. All lunch purchases will benefit the youth's mission work and activities.
Admission is FREE for shoppers. Instead, we ask that shoppers donate food or funds to the Backpack Buddies program that benefits students at Grantham area schools. Suggested items include non-perishable food items that require little/no cooking such as: Easy Mac, snack crackers, fruit snacks, granola bars, pop top cans of soup or pasta, grits, etc. Cash donations will also be gladly accepted! Please be thoughtful with your donations and do not donate out of date items or foods with little/no nutritional value.
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The ReSale, a designer clothing sale September 16 The ReSale, a designer clothing sale September 16
Wayne County Museum
Downtown Goldsboro, NC
Click here for the seller table registration form: https://www.justbecca.com/resale.pdf
Have a closet you need to destash? Buy a seller table for $30.
Like to shop for designer deals? Buy a shopping pass for $5!
I’ve got a limited number of seller tables available for people to sell their clothing—gently used quality or better and Old Navy or better designer/boutique brand juniors and women’s clothing is preferred. You MUST resister in advance as a seller!!
Not sure what to sell? Keep scrolling for a list of suggested brands and some Do's & Don'ts!
Click here for the seller table registration form:
https://www.justbecca.com/resale.pdf
Follow Romeo & Rebecca Resale on social media:
Contact event coordinator Becca Scott Reynolds, Romeo & Rebecca Resale at 919-222-8566 or [email protected] with any questions!
Do & Don’t List:
Do bring gently used or better condition designer and boutique brand clothing for women & juniors.
Do not bring children’s wear or menswear. Exception: Mommy & Me matches and similar type outfits.
Do be sure clothing is freshly laundered/dry cleaned and free of any rips, large stains, pet hair, perfumes, etc.
Do not bring items that are dirty, torn, stained, in poor condition, or have an odor.
Do bring clothing of any size including plus & petite, and accessories such as hats, scarves, bags, shoes, etc.
Do not bring swimwear, undergarments, lingerie, socks, or hosiery.
Do be honest about the authenticity of your designer brands.
Do be reasonable with pricing. This isn’t a yard sale but prices should reflect the fact that items are not new.
Do invite your friends, neighbors & coworkers to come shop! The more the merrier and you’re more likely to sell your items with a variety of shoppers! Share the FB event, email your friends, or suggest a girls’ day out!
WONDERING WHAT TO SELL???
Designer & boutique brands such as
Calvin Klein
Ralph Lauren
Lilly Pulitzer
Jack Rogers
Kate Spade
Betsy Johnson
Tyler Boe
Mudpie
Cabi
J Crew
Banana Republic
Talbots
Gretchen Scott
Crown & Ivy
Tory Burch
Clara Sun Woo
Lululemon
Nike
Athleta
Adidas
Old Navy
Zara
H&M
Tommy Hilfiger
Guess
Express
Brooks Brothers women
Izod
Levi’s
Cynthia Rowley
Lucky
Victoria Beckham
Victoria’s Secret/Pink
Vera Wang
The Limited
Gap
Kendra Scott
Vineyard Vines
Free People
Michael Kors
Gucci
Hudson
Torrid
Lauren James
American Eagle
Abercrombie
New York & Company
Urban Outfitters
Loft/Ann Taylor
Joes Jeans
White House Black Market
Dooney & Bourke
Spartina
Bebe
Vera Bradley
Lane Bryant
Lauren Conrad
Under Armor
Patagonia
Columbia
Lands End
Anthropologie
Coach
Burberry
Sanctuary
Steve Madden
Nine West
Armani Exchange
Rag & Bone
Tommy Bahama
North Face
Draper James
Judith March
BCBG
Each week of summer fashion camp we will tie dye a t-shirt and create coordinating accessories like jewelry, pillow covers, scarves, tote bags, etc. Projects will vary week to week so that each group of campers has a unique design experience.
Spaces are very limited for these camps, with a maximum of 6 campers per week. Call 919-222-8566 or email [email protected] to register your child for summer fashion camp!
Check out the Facebook event pages for more details!
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Mamas, aunties, grandmas, and friends, plan a fun day date with your favorite girl at Just Becca's jewelry class! You'll create a set of matching wooden beaded necklaces at this fun jewelry making class on August 4 from 10am-12pm at Just Becca's studio in Goldsboro.
Cost is $34 for 2 people: one adult & one child
Additional child necklace: $14
This class is geared towards moms and daughters ages 4-14 but sons, dads, aunts, grandmas, adult mother/daughter pairs of all ages are all welcome to attend too!
To register call 919 222-8566 or email [email protected]
This fun shopping event featuring all handcrafted items from local artists and artisans is Sunday, September 30 from 2-5pm at the Terrace Room in historic downtown Goldsboro.
Save the Date!! Save the Date September 30, 2018
Vendor forms will be available for previous market vendors on Monday, July 16 and all other interested handmade vendors on Monday, July 23. Click here to view the pdf application. The application period runs through August 3. We will begin announcing vendors once selections have been made by the vendor selection committee, starting on August 6. Please be sure your application is complete, including photos of your work, before you submit, as incomplete submissions will not be accepted by the vendor selection committee.
Click here for the application!Apply now for the Handmade Fall Market with Just Becca & friends! Click here to view the application.
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Each week of summer fashion camp we will tie dye a t-shirt and create coordinating accessories including jewelry, pillow covers, scarves, tote bags, etc. Projects will vary week to week so that each group of campers has a unique design experience.
Spaces are very limited for these camps, with a maximum of 6 campers per week. Call 919-222-8566 or email [email protected] to register your child for summer fashion camp!
Check out the Facebook event pages for more details!
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]]>A boudoir portrait session is a perfect chance for women to do just that. These sessions are not about looking hot for someone else, they are about embracing your beauty, liberating your mind & body, and letting your confidence shine! August 18 is your next chance to schedule a boudoir session. If lingerie isn't really your style, maybe pinups are more your thing!
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All sessions include a consultation with me, the photographer, so we can plan a session that's perfect for YOUR kind of sexy. We'll talk about your wardrobe--whether you are in to lingerie, corsets, or fantasy pieces or are a little on the more modest side and what your comfort level is for the overall session. We can talk about what you love about your body, what you might be a little insecure about, and discuss poses and wardrobe ideas that will be flattering and comfortable for you. I'm happy to answer questions and calm those butterflies so that you feel like your most confident self for your session!
Referrals for hair & makeup styling are also available.
Call photographer Becca Scott Reynolds at 919-222-8566 or contact via email to schedule your consultation.
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Book now for photos of the kids, family portraits, senior pictures, or bikini pinup sessions.
Sessions will be done in the Atlantic Beach/Fort Macon area, with session options starting at $80!
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We will be blessing the Community Soup Kitchen of Goldsboro again through this event, this time with a PASTA DRIVE!
(Suggested donation: 2-3 boxes of pasta)
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For this one day only deal, you'll get a glam boudoir portrait session in a private hotel suite with photographer Becca Scott Reynolds and fabulous makeup by Tracy Robinson Beauty for only $165! You'll also get a consultation with both artists before your session to help plan your looks & a proof viewing at the studio after your session to choose which products you'd like to purchase including prints, albums & photo gifts! To book email [email protected] or call the studio at 919-222-8566.
Want to check out some of my work and hear from other women who have done a boudoir session to hear how empowering and fun they are?
Click here to join my private FB group: Just BECCA Boudoir
This is private group for women only, no joint Facebook account allowed for privacy reasons.
If you have a joint account but would still like to learn about specials, etc. anyone can join my regular fb group by clicking here: Just BECCA FB Group
Is this date not convenient for you?
I'm currently booking for other boudoir & pinup sessions from September through November 2017. Book your session the same date as a friend for a discount on your session fee! Professional hair and makeup references are available!
There will possibly be another special in early 2018 for Valentine's Day if this one sells out!
Sunday Shorts
September 10
Package 1:
Short Session w/ 12x18 canvas wrap
$165
Package 2:
Short Session w/ 12x18 canvas wrap & 5 digital proofs
$205
Package 3:
Short Session w/ 16x24 canvas wrap & 5 digital proofs
$245
Short session:
A short 25-30 minute portrait session, perfect for birthdays, back to school portraits, a short maternity session, or a quick update to your family photos
Canvas wrap:
3/4 in. standard canvas wrap
Digital proof:
4x6 digital proof file
Email [email protected] or call the studio at 919-222-8566 to book!
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August 27 - September 3
I want to THANK all my past clients for their support & give you a chance to win a free session! Share Just BECCA with your friends and they can win a print credit if they book! Check out the details below:
Win a FREE photo shoot & help a friend win a print credit in 3 easy steps!!
1. POST a photo of your fave image from your Just BECCA photo session and share why I LOVE JUST BECCA......
2. TAG the Just Becca Photography Goldsboro, NC FB fan page.
3. TAG your friends that you think would love Just BECCA too! (please don't tag everyone you know and make them hate us both!)
A randomly chosen photo entry will win a free session (up to $150 session fee) AND if one of your tagged friends books during the contest, they'll be entered to win an extra $150 print credit with THEIR paid session!
Not a client yet and want to share the love? SHARE THE ORIGINAL FB POST for a chance to win a prize too!
The fine print:
Posts MUST be public and MUST tag the Just BECCA fan page. If I can't see your post, I can't enter your name. Tagging the page helps it show up even if we aren't FB friends!
Contest starts at 5pm August 27 and ends at 5pm on September 3, 2017. Entries before or after this time do not count.
One post per person per day, must use a different photo for each post, must tag friends & Just BECCA in each post
Free session prize is up to a $150 session fee for a previous Just BECCA photo client. No other products are included. Print credit prize is a $150 print credit for a new Just BECCA photo client and is only issued with a paid 2017 session. Free sessions & print credits must be used between Sept - Dec 2017.
Prizes are nontransferable and have no cash value.
Prizes may not be used with specials or discounted sessions.
Contest is endorsed/sponsored by Just BECCA. No other endorsement/sponsorship is implied, and all that legal beagle stuff. By entering you agree to these rules and conditions.
Play nice & don't be ugly!
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August 13, 20, 27 only
Package 1:
Short Session w/ 12x18 canvas wrap
$165
Package 2:
Short Session w/ 12x18 canvas wrap & 5 digital proofs
$205
Package 3:
Short Session w/ 16x24 canvas wrap & 5 digital proofs
$245
Short session:
A short 25-30 minute portrait session, perfect for birthdays, back to school portraits, a short maternity session, or a quick update to your family photos
Canvas wrap:
3/4 in. standard canvas wrap
Digital proof:
4x6 digital proof file
Email [email protected] or call the studio at 919-222-8566 to book!
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​Hey Y'all!
Are you loving the dramatic weather as much as I am?!?!
(there really should be a sarcasm font!!)
I'm crossing my fingers and hoping for a gorgeous spring for lots of beautiful portraits!
Thanks so much to everyone who has shopped my design business lately and made my latest product launch of the customized leather cuff bracelets such a success! I blew past my goal for the first month in less than 3 weeks thank to you guys and your awesomeness! Another big thank you to everyone who was supportive of my decision to no longer offer mini sessions, I think you guys are going to be much happier with these sessions-everyone who has booked so far is excited to have more time and a custom session experience.
​I'm currently booking for dates through the end of June 2017 for custom sessions as well as the new monthly specials. There are only 5 of the special sessions available each month so I definitely recommend booking early since they will probably sell out quickly now that booking is open for March's BeTween sessions, April's Bunny Trail sessions & May's Mom & Me photo specials. Mom & Me sessions are booking especially fast for May so if you'd like to snag one, I'd recommend booking ASAP! Now is also the time to get on the calendar for senior sessions for 2017 graduates, spring birthday portraits, family portraits, and maternity & newborn sessions for spring & summer due dates. I'll be open during spring break, which is the perfect time to book sessions for those with busy schedules!
March's special is for one of my favorite things to shoot--Tween sessions! They were so much fun and such a good experience for the tweens I photographed when I shot them last summer that I brought them back as this month's special session. These are a fun way for ages 9-14 to document those "in between years" and remember their personality, style, & interests at this stage in their life. I've got 3 more BeTween sessions left available for the month of March. You can see photos from past sessions, view the available packages and read more about the BeTWeen sessions on my blog.
It's time to start looking toward summer (ignore all that talk about snow this weekend, let's talk SUN)! I'll be working on beach dates in the next few weeks, so if you have a suggestion for which beach or a certain date, let me know! I'm planning for 2-3 beach dates this summer, hopefully with one of those being a long weekend. I plan to plant a field of wildflowers again for summer sessions here at the studio, wish me better luck with those this time!
I'll also start booking for Class of 2018 seniors very soon. If your 2017 senior hasn't booked yet IT IS TIME MAMA. You can't put it off anymore! If you did fall portraits, now is also a great time to do another senior session with cap & gown, spring sports uniforms, prom looks, or casual spring outfits.
My spring calendar at the design studio is filling up too! On March 18 I'll have a vendor space at Patetown Church of God during their Spring Fling event from 10-2. Come say hi! I'll also be showing my spring collection during the spring Art Walk at the Arts Council on April 7th in downtown Goldsboro. Check out my Spring Launch Party event on FB to get sneak peeks of what's coming up and be sure to follow Just BECCA design on FB! This Friday will be the last day to get free personalization on the new leather cuff bracelets, it will be $5 extra from here on out!
​If you'd like to talk more about a session or check on available dates, email me or call the studio at 919-222-8566!
Have a great week,
Becca
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BeTween Sessions are specially designed portrait sessions for kids ages 9-14 to showcase their unique personality and style. They are a fun opportunity for teens and tweens to celebrate who they are and where they are right now in life. Not quite a little kid, not quite a teenager, this age group has their own opinion about what is cool and this is their chance to show it off to the world!
For more details on the special packages available or about how these sessions came about check out my blog post from the first round of sessions here. Be sure to click the links there to view the model sessions from Kyle, Madi, Maggie & Caroline. They rocked their sessions with so much confidence & style.
I'm booking now for sessions in March 2017! Email [email protected] or you can fill out this contact form or just give me a call at 919-222-8566.
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Available in Feb. only, with a limited number of sessions available.
Email [email protected] for available dates & package details.
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I'll be closing today at 6pm and will process orders that are placed until midnight tonight. All orders placed after that time (unless you have made special ordering arrangements!) will not be processed until I return from winter break in January. If you have any questions about how to place your order, please call the studio at 919-222-8566 or email [email protected]
Just BECCA will start winter break on Dec. 12, 2016 and will return to the office on Jan. 12, 2017. I will not be shooting sessions or checking email, messages, or voicemails regularly during this break.
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Just BECCA will start winter break on Dec. 12, 2016 and will return to the office on Jan. 12, 2017. I will not be shooting sessions or checking email, messages, or voicemails regularly during this break.
SESSIONS
Dec. 6 will be the last day for sessions to have them back in time for ordering for Christmas delivery.
If you need to schedule a session for 2017, I am currently booking for dates through the end of March 2017. If you are due with a baby during my winter break, be sure to get in touch before I close in December so we can schedule your newborn session ASAP after the baby is born.
ORDERS
All online orders must be placed before Dec. 12 in order to be processed for Christmas delivery. Orders placed after Dec. 12 WILL NOT be processed until I return from winter break. NO EXCEPTIONS. All studio orders must be placed before Dec. 9 for Christmas delivery.
If your session was after Thanksgiving and you need a few more days to order, please get in touch ASAP!
Have a Holly Jolly Holiday!! See ya'll in 2017.
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October 28
Ladies Night Out
Fremont UMC
Fremont, NC
5-8pm
November 5
Fall Pop Up Party
Just BECCA studio
Goldsboro, NC
2-4pm
November 18-19
Merry Market
First Presbyterian Church
Goldsboro, NC
Friday 10-6
Saturday 9-3
December 3
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Arts Council of Wayne County
Goldsboro, NC
5-8pm
This event is part of the First Friday & Holiday Art Walk activities downtown!
A nonrefundable, nontransferable date retainer deposit of 50% of your session fee is due to book, with the balance due the day of your session. Digital proofs include a print release for personal use at 4x6 or smaller. Prints and other items are available for additional purchase on the Just BECCA website for 30 days in your private proofing & ordering gallery.
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Email [email protected] or use this handy-dandy Contact Form to book!
Back to School Mini SessionsBack to School Mini Sessions
August 27th Only!
Email [email protected] for booking details.
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]]>BeTween sessions are a chance to capture those last little moments of innocence and childhood that are often hidden amongst the teenaged fashion choices and dramatic facial expressions of these transitional years. They also give teens and tweens an opportunity to express themselves in a positive way and see how uniquely beautiful they are in a world where there simply isn't enough of that! I worked with several young models for some promotional images, allowing them to choose much of their own styling and posing and just be themselves, the way they want to be seen. They all came alive in their own way during their model session, letting their personality shine. I'll be sharing a mini gallery from each one soon but there are some sneak peeks below! Each model was totally different, with their own style, interests, and personality and that's exactly what these sessions are all about. All BeTween sessions will include a chance to plan out styling and outfits, choose the perfect location, shoot a custom portrait session, and review the proofs to see their awesome portraits and how beautiful they really are.
Booking starts May 1 with a limited number of sessions available during summer break for the months of June, July & August. You can view the special package options for BeTween sessions here. To take a look at the model sessions for Madi, Caroline, Kyle, & Maggie click their photos below!
To book your session, you can fill out this contact form just or give me a call at 919-222-8566. I'll be glad to answer any questions you have!
Caroline, the fashion forward science lover (click to view her model session)
Madi, the nature loving dreamer & country cutie (click to view her model session)
Kyle, the All-American athlete with a stylish edge (click to view his model session)
Maggie, the spunky dancer who makes her own style trends (click to view her model session)
So, how did these sessions come about?
Awhile back I did a session for a client, neighbor, and friend of her daughter with her chicken. She chose her own wardrobe and I let her do her own thing since it was mostly just for fun. The results were magic! I'm sure some people thought we had lost our minds but it turned out to be one of my all time favorite portraits! I printed the photo below on a large canvas, hung it in the studio, took it with me to events, and not only did I love it, but she loved it, her family loved it, and it got compliments every time someone saw it because it was so purely her and such a perfect capture of her life at that age, when she wasn't quite a teenager and but not really a little girl anymore either. I knew I needed to do more of this--to give more kids an opportunity to express themselves in this way and give their parents a memory of these last fleeting moments of childhood.
These sessions grew out of a recurring conversation with my friends and clients. We often talked about how no matter what else changes, the tween years always seem to remain somewhat the same. Do you remember middle school? I do. No matter how much I try to forget! The clothes! The drama. The uncertainty. The sometimes secretly flirting with boys but also secretly playing with Barbies sometimes. The hair! The growth spurts. The attitude. It is a time of so many changes, but not so many celebrations--not many firsts happenings anymore, but not many lasts happening to celebrate yet either. Aside from annual school photos which generally don't capture their true personality or sports/dance or activity specific photos there just aren't a lot of calls to have your child photographed. Until now!
Sweet Hannah Evelyn with her chicken, the portrait that started it all! ©JustBECCA
P.S. And just to put my money where my loud lipstick covered mouth is, here are 2 gems from my middle school years--big bangs, Sally Jesse Raphael glasses and all! I've always had an adventurous sense of fashion--hello 50 shades of plaid and button fly jeans, I see you and I ain't mad at you!!!--but the sheer awkwardness of the portraits is just painful. There is a better way! I promise! (oh and the basketball....no I didn't forget my uniform, I was the stat girl. so yeah, I don't get why i'm holding a basketball either.)
My middle school awesomeness! My middle school awesomeness!
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Spring in the City Mini Sessions (sold out)
Senior Portrait Rep Applications
Special Teen & Tween Summer Sessions
If you have any questions or would like to book a session, email me or call the studio at 919-222-8566.
Coming Up at Just BECCAComing Up at Just BECCA
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July 10
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September
Surf City
September 10
# available sessions: 2
I'll be shooting in the Surf City and Atlantic Beach/Fort Macon areas in June, July & August, as well as the Wilmington/Wrightsvile Beach area possibly. To get on the contact list for beach travel dates or to request your favorite beaches & locations email me!
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YOU CAN FIND MORE DETAILS ON MY BLOG HERE!
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Phone: 919-222-8566
Give me a call or text the studio during business hours, Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm
Email: [email protected]
Feel free to email me anytime! I'll get back with you as quickly as possible. If you would like to book a session, you can go ahead and give me a little bit of information about what you have in mind if you'd like!
You can also contact me via my website at any time: http://www.justbecca.com/contact.html
Facebook: www.facebook.com/justbeccaphoto
I know many of you use Facebook regularly but please DO NOT send messages to my personal inbox on Facebook. I cannot access messages there and will not be able to reply. Incoming messages to the Just BECCA photo page go straight to that page and I can reply directly to them. Please note that with the way FB business pages are set up, I can reply to your messages that you send me on the Just BECCA photo page, but unfortunately I can't send you a message to start a conversation, I can only reply. Messages sent to my personal inbox DO NOT get sent to my photography page and I can't read them or reply to them.
How can you tell which is which? If it says Just BECCA photo, it is my business page. If it has my whole name, it is my personal page. Also, my profile picture on the Just BECCA photo page is almost always a photo of a client with my watermark! (My personal page is usually me, or my cat, or the hubs, or some internet randomness)
I also have a Just BECCA VIP group on Facebook that clients are welcome to join. Many of my posts do not get shown in people's newsfeed (for whatever reason the Internet Powers That Be decide) so joining this group and clicking Get Notifications will help you stay in the loop about upcoming specials, events, travel dates, etc. You can request to join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/justbecca/​
Instagram: www.instagram.com/justbeccaphoto
There is also the option to send me a direct message on Instagram.
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I love keeping it local for photo locations too! I'll be sharing 10 of my favorite portrait locations coming up soon on the 10 list!
Do you have a favorite local business, restaurant, hang out spot or place to shop? Share it in the comments!
]]>This week I'll be sharing 10 of my most popular Senior Portrait images! Spring is here so Class of 2016 seniors who wanted spring senior portraits are starting to book, cap & gown and prom sessions are filling up weekends like crazy and I'm also starting my search for the Class of 2017 Senior Reps. You can find out more about the 2017 Senior Rep Program in this blog post and see some of my senior work on my Portfolio Page. Honestly, seniors used to terrify me and I did not shoot senior portraits for a very long time but they are probably my favorite genre of portraits to shoot now! Senior year is such a time of transition and documenting that in a way that makes parents AND seniors happy is a balancing act but it is one I love though, especially since there are so many styling options and creative ways to approach each session. Y'all know I love trying something new and coming up with unique ideas, plus senior sessions usually involve a lot of styling, and anything related to fashion or beauty makes me extra excited! Senior sessions can be such a great bonding experience for seniors and their families--it is so sweet to see dads carrying an armful of accessories down the street for their daughter or moms who help hunt down THE perfect sneaker for their son. I honestly believe everyone should have a portrait session at least once in their lives that is just about them and who they are right now in their life and senior year is a perfect time to do that, as seniors leave childhood behind and begin to explore their life as an adult. I encourage seniors to look to their past, present and future for inspiration for their sessions and to incorporate the things, places, hobbies and styles that will mark this time in their lives and speak to their unique personality.
As I was selecting ten images for the Just BECCA 10 List--Senior Faves, it was really hard to narrow it down to only 10 images, but each of these sessions stood out for one reason or another and these are some of the most liked and commented on and favorite senior portraits from my portfolio:
Senior: Jordan Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Casey Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Katie Location: Southern Wayne High School
Senior: Peyton Location: Just BECCA, Goldsboro, NC
Senior: Chase Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Aubrey Location: private property, Goldsboro, NC
Senior: Kenny Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Logan Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Brianna Location: Downtown Goldsboro
Senior: Dana Location: Just BECCA, Goldsboro, NC
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UPDATE!! I've added more spots for Spring in the City sessions!!
There is/are currently: 1 SPOT(S) left for these special sessions!
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I’m looking for fun seniors in Wayne County and the surrounding area (public, private & homeschool students in Johnston, Wilson, Greene, Pitt, Sampson, Lenoir, Duplin) who have great personalities, unique style, amazing smiles, and strong character to represent Just BECCA as senior portrait reps for 2016-2017. No more than 2 reps will be selected per school, and the first selections will be made in April 2016, so apply early! Applications will be accepted March 1-31, 2016 for the first round of selections. Senior Rep sessions will be scheduled for May-September 2016 and we will create Senior Rep referrals cards with your favorite images for you to share with your friends and classmates to earn credits towards free & discounted prints, albums, graduation announcements, mini sessions and more! Those selected as reps will have specially customized senior portrait experiences with session upgrades, special styling options, early access booking for senior mini sessions for graduation, prom, etc.
Want to see more of my work? Check out my Portfolio Page!
Rising high school seniors (or their parents)can download an application for the 2017 Senior Rep Program here:
http://www.justbecca.com/2017seniorapp.pdf
Email completed forms to [email protected] to apply. If you have trouble downloading the application use the contact form to send me a message and I'll be glad to email you a copy of the pdf.
P.S. Class of 2016 Seniors--you can still book a Senior Session before graduation! Spring dates are filling up fast, especially weekends, but there is still time! You can see more of my work in my Senior Portfolio and also view session options online. If you have any questions, you can contact me by sending me an email or calling/texting the studio at 919-222-8566. Studio hours are 11am-6pm Tuesday through Saturday.
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1. Make an appointment and DO IT! The thing holding most people back from having gorgeous photos of their family is that they JUST DON'T DO IT. They are going to wait until it isn't so hot, or so cold, or their kids are a little older, or they lose weight. The truth is, for many people, they are going to wait, and wait, and wait.............until those moments are gone and none of those reasons for waiting are going to have been good ones. Your kids won't care if you could have probably stood to lose 15 pounds before the session. They won't care that they are snaggle toothed or that you made them wear an outfit they hated (okay, they might be mad about that, I'm still upset about a floral romper situation from the 90s but we'll get back to outfits) My point is, they WILL care that there aren't any photos one day.
2. Hire a photographer you like--both style and personality wise. If you are a really laid back family with big personalities, then a very formal photography studio with a photographer who is on the more serious side may not mesh well with your family. If you are a fan of a traditional posed portrait then my laid back style and personality might not be your style. That's okay. Find someone you like, who fits your budget, and you feel like you can trust to do their job without worry. Taking the time to find a photographer who fits well with your family's personality and who's style of work is appealing to you will pay off when you see your final images! (Shameless plug: If you'd like to see my portfolios they are on my website here: www.justbecca.com/portfolio Hey, my blog, my rules!)
3. Schedule your session for a good time for your family--choose a time of day that works well for schedules and personalities. If you know your toddler is crazy in the afternoons, schedule a morning session. Have a teenager who doesn't like to get out of bed in the morning? Do everybody involved all a favor and book an afternoon session. Make sure your favorite team isn't playing!! Make sure you aren't on call for work. Double check your calendar. Make sure everyone in the family has it on their calendar--especially teenagers. Be sure to book ahead of time, as many photographers book up months in advance, especially outdoor photographers during nicer weather.
4. Plan ahead for outfits. Try on all pieces of your outfits ahead of time and make sure everything fits. Shoes too! Pick outfits that suit your style as a family but allow room to show individual personalities as well. Everyone doesn't have to wear the same outfit for people to know you are a family! Give family members a chance to voice their opinions. Everyone will be happier if they feel like they look their best and have had at least a little bit of say in their outfit.
5. Manage expectations. Be realistic about what you expect, keeping in mind personalities, ages, attention spans as you plan your session with your photographer. Work together to create a session that will represent who you are right now in your lives. Be sure to let everyone in the family know what will be expected during the session--listening, a good attitude, kind words, etc. No Debbie Downers!! I promise, individuals rarely get noticed in family photos, unless they are the grumpasaurus of their family. So unless you are a famous internet feline, no grumpy attitudes.
6. Negotiate. No, not with your photographer. They work hard and don't want to negotiate their paycheck any more than you do. I mean a little negotiation with the family--letting your teenager wear the ugly shoes they want--if they get a haircut, hints of a trip for ice cream afterwards for little ones who smile and listen, a promise not to complain next time the hubs wants to spend Saturday fishing if he doesn't gripe about wearing a shirt with buttons--goes a long way.
7. Clean faces & hands--if you love your photographer you will not give your child blue candy on the way to their photo shoot. Or red drink. Blue tongues and red Kool-aid 'stashes are the things I have nightmares about. Make sure noses, mouths, faces, and hands are clean! If you want extra brownie points clean under their fingernails. Check nails for chipped polish. Toes too!
8. Put your phone down. Even better, leave it in the car. There are a thousand articles on the internet about this, I don't need to tell you why! This also goes for your fire pager, gaming system, tiny tv you are watching the game on, etc. I will make an exception for on call doctors, but see #3 to avoid this!
9. Relax. If you have done all of the above, you can chill now. It is time to trust your photographer to bring this to life. If you went the more traditional route, sit up straight, show off those pearly whites and your trust your photographer to create a beautiful formal portrait. If you went more casual, then love on your family, hug your spouse, laugh at your kids. Trust your photographer to capture the connection that makes your family so special. Do not stress so hard trying to make everything perfect that you can't relax.
10. Get your photos printed! Don't keep a disc in a drawer, or only post on social media. Print them, hang them and show them off! I don't say this so you will spend money on prints and wall art from me or your photographer. I say this because you went through the effort to book a session, plan outfits, etc so why hide the results away on a disc? Print them! Make Christmas cards. Gift prints or mini albums to your family & friends. Order that giant canvas, hang it over your couch.That family is why you work hard every day, now fill up those walls with moments of you creating happy memories!
Were these tips helpful? Have your own advice to share with others on how to have a better family portrait session? Let me know in the comments!
Want to book a session with Just BECCA? Use the Contact Me form here on the website or email me at [email protected] If you'd rather talk to a live human give me a call at the studio at 919-222-8566 between 11-6 Tuesday through Saturday! Mention this blog and I might even tell you about a special I have coming up for family portraits! Wink, wink!
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10 Things You Didn't Know About Just BECCA............
1. I'm allergic to dairy. Just kidding, I think everyone knows this about me because I complain about it ALL. THE. TIME. Mac & cheese and I were in a long term relationship. I'll never recover from the breakup.
2. Despite the fact that it looks like I wear the same 2 pairs of jeans over and over, I promise I don't! I'm just a fan of buying multiples of things I really, really like. Don't ask about the pair of heels I own in 5 different colors. Or how many bottles of Sally Hansen gel polish are under my bathroom sink.
3. I talk about food a lot. When I'm not talking about food I'm probably either thinking about food or eating (I'm eating goat cheese right now). I'm pretty much always down to eat. As long as I can pick the place. I'm picky.
4. If you see me without my cup with the yellow straw, I probably need coffee. With cashew milk and extra sugar. Iced. Year round.
5. My favorite animals are elephants, bears and big cats. I think bears would be less grumpy if they got more hugs. I'd most likely set off a stampede with my happy dance if I saw an elephant in the wild. I would totally try to snuggle a baby leopard if I could catch one. (A full grown one too, but we all know I don't run so that ain't happening.) These are just a few examples of why I am not a nature photographer. I'd last about 5 minutes and I'd be dead as a doornail.
6. One of my lifelong dreams is to see Willie Nelson in concert.
7. I think Triceratops is the coolest dinosaur. Always have, always will. Move over T-Rex.
8. I can't do a cartwheel.
9. My bike riding skills are the stuff viral videos are made of.
10. I'm the only one of my siblings with green eyes.
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Thank you for your respect of this time! I'm looking forward to relaxing a bit, enjoying the holidays, watching lots of Star Wars, annoying my husband, and working on some creative new plans for Just BECCA in 2016!
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What is Pink Wednesday?!?!!?!? Well, you've heard of Black Friday, right? And Cyber Monday? Well I decided that Wednesdays always get left out of all the fun, and since Wednesday is when we wear pink (if you don't get this reference, I'm not sure if we can be friends!) I'm having a Pink Wednesday Sale!!!
I'll be cracking open the Just BECCA photo vault and granting access to all expired Just BECCA galleries for print orders without the usual file access charge. This is the perfect chance to order all those photos from past sessions that you put off ordering!! When this sale is over, the vault will be closed and all sessions prior to 2015 will no longer be accessible for purchase.
How does it work?
If you would like your gallery included in the sale, email me at [email protected] by 12noon on Wednesday, Nov. 25.
I'll re-load your expired gallery, without the file access charge, for this one day only sale. Sale ends at midnight, Wednesday, Nov. 25.
Place your order online, choose your shipping options and the order will be shipped directly to you.
If you have any questions about the sale, feel free to email me at [email protected] or call the studio at 919-222-8566.
The fine print:
Sale only applies to Just BECCA session & wedding galleries that have expired.
Sale is for one day only, November 25, 2015.
Gallery requests must be submitted by 12noon on Wednesday, Nov. 25 to be included.
Online orders only.
When the sale is over, all galleries prior to 2015 will be closed out for good.
No additional discounts or offers apply.
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Be sure to visit the Upcoming Events page on the Just BECCA website for full details about each of my design events as it becomes available! You can also like the Just BECCA photo page and the Just BECCA design page on Facebook to keep up to date on events & specials.
October 2-4 & 9-11
Fall Mini Sessions at Just BECCA photo
Indiviual Minis--1 available for the weekend of Oct. 9-11
Family Minis--SOLD OUT
October 8, 2015
5-8pm
Ladies Night Out
Fremont UMC
Fremont, NC
October 25, 2015
12-5pm
Walnut Creek Christmas Show
Walnut Creek Country Club
November 6-7
Christmas In the Forest
9-6 F 9-4 SA
St. Francis Episcopal Church
Goldsboro, NC
November 20-21
10-6 F 9-3 SA
Merry Market
First Presbyterian Church
Goldsboro, NC
November 28-29 & December 5-6
Merry Mini Christmas Sessions at Just BECCA photo
December 4, 2015
Holiday Art Walk
5-9pm
Hosted by the Arts Council of Wayne County with locations throughout downtown Goldsboro.
I'll be at Salon Sei Bella on Mulberry St.
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