Season's Greetings

Pictures with Santa - Toledo Pet Photographer

Join the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR) and Lorenzen Studios this holiday season to have your photo taken with Santa in his sleigh in a natural outdoor setting. 
 

We have scheduled three dates and locations for this exciting holiday event. Please click on the flyer below to view the details on the dates, locations, and photo packages.

This will be my second year volunteering with GRRR for the Santa photos. It's a fun event for families to include the family pet in their holiday photos.  And the fact that the photos are taken outside in a real sleigh makes it special. The kids enjoy cookies and hot chocolate while they wait for their turn to meet Santa. Last year we had many families with a variety of pets. We even had a photo with a dog, a cat, and a ferret! So be sure to mark your calendar for this special holiday event!

All proceeds from this event will benefit GRRR.  GRRR is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit charitable organization serving the Toledo Ohio area, including all of Northwest Ohio, northeast Indiana and lower Michigan. GRRR is known for taking on sick and abused animals, rehabilitating them, and helping them find loving homes. Please support GRRR and have your photo taken at this fun holiday event.

Fall Family Photos - Toledo Family Portrait Photography

This is one from my recent session with some of my favorite clients. This family has hired me to photograph their family five times! It was such an honor to come to their home and see photographs I took hanging on their walls.


 

See more from their past sessions here, here, here, and here. I'll be posting more from this session soon!

Trick or Treat! - Toledo Pet Photography

These little ones are gearing up for some Halloween fun. They were perfect little models at my recent pet portrait sessions at Toledo Pet Farm.

 

 

 

Yellow Boardwalk - Fine Art Photography by Janelle Lorenzen

Exciting news! Yellow Boardwalk, one of my Fine Art photographs, was selected by The Arts Commission of Greater Toledo (ACGT) to be displayed in the Toledo Digital Arts Billboard Project as part of the Art in Public Places series!



Yellow Boardwalk by Janelle Lorenzen

ACGT's description of the project:

"Toledo is home to a growing number of digital billboards. These giant computer screens are mounted high above the streets and allow advertisers to blast their message out to thousands of potential customers or patrons on a daily basis. The content that runs on these giant screens typically loops on a regular schedule showing each ad for approximately 8 seconds.

What would happen if some of the slides in the rotation on these billboards were not intended to promote, advertise or advocate for a particular cause or product? What if some of the slides were designed simply to enhance our City’s aesthetic and cultural identity?

The Arts Commission and Toledo Detroit Outdoor Media are working together to explore this idea in a project called the Toledo Digital Billboard Art Project. The project will utilize two local digital billboards, which are owned by Toledo Detroit Outdoor Media, to exhibit a series of artworks with the sole intent of beautifying the City of Toledo for 8 seconds at a time. This project is designed to add to our city’s growing reputation as a center of creativity and culture, and to remind viewers that (despite what is communicated in the media) Toledo is a vibrant and enjoyable place to live and work."

The images select for the project will be displayed starting the week of October 8th.  The billboards are located on Monroe at Secor, and Secor at Central in Toledo, OH.

Yellow Boardwalk is digital color photograph taken at Wildwood Metro Park in Toledo, OH.  The dramatic colors in this image are due to the faux infrared post processing of the image in my digital darkroom. You may remember that this image was also chosen to hang in the Toledo Museum of Art in 2009 for the 91st Toledo Area Artist's Exhibit. For the billboard project the image was cropped to fit the dimensions of the billboards. The full uncropped image is below.

Yellow Boardwalk by Janelle Lorenzen

Cute Chalkboard Baby Announcement - Toledo Newborn Photogarpher

I just created the cutest chalkboard baby announcement EVER!

 

 

Just thought you might like a peek! ;-)

 

Cheers,

Janelle

Foster Dog Cricket - Toledo Pet Photographer

Meet Cricket. She is my new foster dog from the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR).

 

Cricket is a 5 1/2 year old Golden Retriever/Lab/Greyhound mix that was surrendered to the rescue because her family fell on hard times. She is a sweet and loving girl. She is well behaved, housebroken, and gets along with other dogs. She is available for adoption through GRRR. For more information on Cricket click here.



Cricket is ready to "hop" right into her forever home.

The Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR) a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization serving the Toledo Ohio area, including all of Northwest Ohio, northeast Indiana and lower Michigan. To view other adoptable Goldens from GRRR click here.

Baby Brayden - Toledo Newborn Photographer

This one is from my recent session with baby Brayden. Little Brayden had a rough start to life and was faced with many health problems. But I'm happy to say he is now home and doing well! He is 6 weeks in this photo. Such a sweet little peanut!

Buddy's Winning Photo - Toledo Pet Photographer

Recently I entered a few photos of my dog Buddy into the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource photo calendar contest. I was notified today that one of his photos won!

Below is the winning photo. I took this photo in Hocking Hills, OH. He had been swimming, hiking, and exploring the caves with my husband and I on our vacation this past May.

 

 

You can view the rest of the calendar winners and purchase a copy of the calendar by clicking here. All proceeds of the calendars benefit Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR). The Golden Retriever Rescue Resource a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization serving the Toledo Ohio area, including all of Northwest Ohio, northeast Indiana and lower Michigan. To view wonderful adoptable Goldens from GRRR click here. GRRR is known for taking on sick and abused animals, rehabilitating them, and helping them find loving homes. Please consider adopting a shelter animal or supporting an organization like GRRR.

Babies and Bullies Calendar Project - Toledo Pet Photographer

Recently I have been working on a photo calendar project for Toledo's PET Bull Project (TPBP).  The organization contacted me and asked me to help out, and I agreed to volunteer my time and talent to take photographs to be used in the Babies and Bullies calendar they will soon be selling to raise funds for TPBP. The goal of the calendar project is to photograph babies and young children with Pit Bulls and other Bull-type dogs to illustrate that these dogs are gentle and are capable of being trusted with children.

Toledo's PET Bull Project is a 501C3 nonprofit organization that is committed to prevent animal cruelty and dog fighting, educate pet owners on the importance of spay and neuter, and to train pets and people in our community to become good advocates for their breed. TPBP is not a rescue; however they work with local animal rescue groups whenever necessary. They offer Pet Safety classes, Humane Education classes, Free Park Trainings, and Pawsitive Youth Training classes.

All the proceeds from the calendar sales will benefit TPBP. Once the calendars printed and ready for sale I will post the information on how to get your hands on one. So check back soon!

Little Cutie - Toledo Newborn Photographer

One more of this little cutie.

Eliana - Toledo Newborn Photography

One more from little Eliana's session.

Buddy, the Adopted Golden - Toledo Pet Photography

Do you remember Pete (Buddy) the Foster Dog?  He was my sweet foster dog from the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR).  Well, I fell in love with him almost the instant I got him home.  He was timid and scared at first and would shy away when I tried to pet him. But after about five minutes he allowed me to pet him and then he realized he could trust me and jumped up and gave me a big hug and a smile as if to say, "Thank You!"  I fell in love instantly.

Buddy's famous smile

Soon after that, Aaron came to love him too and we decided to adopt him. On March 24th we signed the papers and he became ours. Now he is officially known as "Buddy, the Adopted Golden".

Buddy loves his tennis ball.

Did I mention because Buddy was found to be heartworm positive, the shelter he was at had him scheduled to be euthanized?  If it wasn't for the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR) we would not have Buddy in our lives today. 

GRRR is known for taking on sick and abused animals, rehabilitating them, and helping them find loving homes.  Please consider adopting a shelter animal or supporting an organization like GRRR.  The Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR) a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization serving the Toledo Ohio area, including all of Northwest Ohio, northeast Indiana and lower Michigan. To view the other wonderful adoptable Goldens from GRRR click here.

Baby Girl Eliana - Toledo Newborn Photography

I recently had the pleasure to take some newborn photos of this sweet baby girl. She was a bit fussy and wanted to be held at first, but once she had a fully belly I was able to get some wonderful photos of her.

How do you like my new "nest" prop?

 

I love it!

 

Check back, because I'll be adding more soon!

Chance - Toledo Pet Photography

One from my recent maternity session. This is the family's dog, Chance. He is quite a character. I just couldn't resist snapping one of him.

 

Baby Boy Brady - Toledo Newborn Photography

A few from my recent newborn session with new baby boy Brady.

Tyson - Toledo Pet Photographer

On from my recent session with my sister's dog, Tyson. He is a St. Bernard-Boxer mix and a huge Ohio State Buckeyes fan.

New Baby Boy! - Toledo Maternity and Newborn Photographer

Congratulations to Nikki and Chris on their new baby boy, Brady Paul Robinson! He came in at a whopping 9 lbs 3 0z on Febuary 22, 2012. Looking forward to taking some photos of this little cutie!

Pete (Buddy) the Foster Dog - Toledo Pet Photographer

This sweet guy is my new foster dog, Pete. He is one of the foster dogs from the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR). Isn't he a cutie?


This sweet guy came to us from a Columbus, Ohio shelter on Friday. He was a stray, so not much is known about his history. The shelter named him Pete, but we call him "Buddy" because he is such a sweet guy.  Unfortunately, Buddy has some health issues. He is heartworm positive, and will have to undergo treatment before he can be adopted. He may have an allergy that is causing a skin condition, and he is a bit skinny. However, he is eating well and will soon be up to his recommended weight.


It seems this guy has had it rough for a while, but that hasn't gotten him down. He is a very sweet and gentle dog that loves to snuggle.  Buddy will make a wonderful pet.

This is quintessential Pete. His adorable smile is infectious!

The Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR) a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization serving the Toledo Ohio area, including all of Northwest Ohio, northeast Indiana and lower Michigan. To view other adoptable Goldens from GRRR click here.

Valentine's Day Photography - Toledo Portrait Photographer

Dakota, the foster dog, says, "Now is the perfect time to schedule your Valentine's Day themed photography session!"


Include the kids, pets, or the whole family. Email me at Janelle@LorenzenStudios.com to schedule your appointment today.

Dakota the Foster Dog - Toledo Pet Photographer

This sweet girl is my foster dog, Dakota. She is one of the dogs from the Golden Retriever Rescue Resource (GRRR). Isn't she beautiful? This poor girl has lived outside most of her adult life. At the age of six she was surrendered by her owner because she was going off to college and the family could not care for her. The good news is that after spending a few months in foster care, Dakota is being placed in her forever home today!

There are so many wonderful dogs in the rescue that are still in of need homes. Please visit GRRR's website if you are considering adopting a dog.

Toledo Pet Farm Photographer

I'm excited to share some good news! I recently signed on to be the contract photographer for Toledo Pet Farm! Toledo Pet Farm is a full-service pet facility located on a 4 acre lot, right off of Airport Highway (between Reynolds and Holland Sylvania Rd). Toledo Pet Farm is the largest facility of its kind in the area offering boarding, pet day-care, grooming, photography, training, and a vet clinic.

As the resident photographer for the Toledo Pet Farm, I will be offering customized portrait photography specializing in pets. I have a studio on site where I'll be shooting more traditional portraits or, when the weather permits, I will conduct sessions outside on the 4 acre campus. I'll be offering a number of exciting products and photography services . The photo sessions can include only people, only pets, or both. For more more information on my products and services offered at Toledo Pet Farm click here.

Existing Lorenzen Studios clients please note that this will not change any of the products, prices, or services that I currently offer at Lorenzen Studios. The products and services offered at Toledo Pet Farm are exclusive to that business, and for Toledo Pet Farm customers only. I will continue to offer my customized portrait photography sessions to all Lorenzen Studios clients as I always have, in your home or at the location of your choice.

Cheers,
Janelle