How to make an ancestry wall and paint an ancestry tree in just a few steps.
If you follow me on Facebook, you know February is Family History month at Je Revele. Each week, I will be sharing some helpful tips including:
- how to preserve your family history
- how to create a family tree
- how to document family history
- how to collect your own folk lore
- how to interview relatives & much much more
I love pinterest, and recently discovered these beautiful painted family trees. I think they’re an incredible way to display portraits of several generations of your family. I love looking at old photos and learning about my ancestors. I believe portraits hung on walls instills the love of a family and their values.
Your ancestry tree is your visual family history.
How can you find out who all your ancestors are?
Ancestry.com is a great tool to find out who your parents, parents are. Who your parents, grandparents are and so on. I’ve been looking on ancestry.com for my family dating back three generations. I’m close to finding everyone I possibly can find. Winter is the perfect time to start a family project.
Have you ever be curious how to create and paint an ancestry tree?
Photo & Art created by the talented Jaime Lowrie
Jaime Lowrie, is a very talented artist. She shared a project she did for her mother. When I asked how she created this ancestry tree, she said “I used a pencil to outline it, and used acrylic craft paints. I used a lot of sponge brushes. I have step-by-step pictures I can send you.”
Here are some of the step-by-step photos of Jaime’s ancestry tree.
What if you want to digitize and enlarge an old photo?
I’ve had several people ask me how to enlarge an old photo. In fact, my mother brought me a few older photos to use in our family tree, but some are too small. I’m going to photograph the old photo to enlarge it (to 8×10) without losing the quality. Photoshop gives me the chance to sharpen the photo, if necessary. Here’s a great article how to scan/photograph and enlarge family photos: http://photo.stackexchange.com/questions/22726/what-is-the-best-way-to-digitize-old-photographs-for-preservation
I hope you enjoyed this helpful post. Thank you again Jaime, for sharing these step-by-step photos.
If you’re looking considering a new family portrait, please feel free to call or visit our studio to meet our team and see our picturesque castle studio and use CODE: ancestry tree for a $50 studio credit.
Natalie
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery specializing in New Jersey Family Photos
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
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Giving Thanks | A New Jersey Family Photographer
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I want to post an early Thanksgiving message to THANK all of our clients this year and in prior years. There are a lot of photographers out there and the fact that our work stood out enough for you to choose us means the world to me.
My friend Lynn Cartia said it best:
“People hire a photographer because they want to remember a moment in time.
They hire a photographer because they know their child (or they) will never look like this again.
They hire a photographer because they know that it’s been ten years since their family was together last
and they don’t know when the next time will be.
They hire a photographer when they are uniting two hearts into one.
Simply put, they hire a photographer because what they want photographed is important to them.”
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Photography is one of the few tangible items that remain long after your children are grown. So many things in life will be gone and long forgotten, but pictures remain forever.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for a great year. I wish you all a healthy & happy holiday season.
~Natalie
If you’re looking for a new jersey family photographer and want to commission a fine art for yourself or your family, please call us anytime at 732-964-3773. We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.
We serve as a New Jersey Family Photographer in the NYC Metro area & beyond and also specialize in family photography, child photography, pregnancy photography, boudoir photography and NJ boudoir as well as wedding photography.
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
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New Jersey Family Photographers | a Day with Miss Hannah
One of the greatest joys as a photographer is being a part of a family’s history. In the early Spring of 2011, I photographed Hannah’s mother and father’s wedding. It was a day I remember very fondly.
Three years later, they have a beautiful daughter and newborn son. Their family is complete.
Although that may remain to be seen.
I couldn’t wait to photograph Miss Hannah. It was the perfect Fall day. It wasn’t too chilly, but the leaves were beginning to fall.
This elegant young girl, stole my heart from the moment we met. She was an angel and seemed to enjoy the entire experience in the park.
My hope as a photographer is to capture a day in the life of children being themselves. Just dressed a bit fancier. Hehe
Here are a few of my favorite photos, capturing Hannah’s spirit and smile. What a love. I can’t wait to photographer her little brother as he grows.
My goal is to capture an unforgettable moment for your family: a split second of truth when your loved ones convey emotion. My hope is that this precious time is immortalized as ART.
~Natalie Licini
I couldn’t help but post one of my favorite photos from Alison and Christopher’s wedding day.
If you’re interested in commissioning a fine art for yourself or your family, please call us anytime at 732-964-3773.
Je Revele, New Jersey Family Photographers also serving the NYC Metro area & beyond. We also specialize in newborn photography, child photography, pregnancy photography, boudoir photography and NJ boudoir as well as wedding photography.
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
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Fine Art Portraits by Je Revele | A Westfield Family Photographer
In 2011, Natalie Licini created the famous fine art portrait, an old world masterpiece and treasured family portrait which could be passed down for generations. Elevating the quality of photography even further, this masterpiece, which was revolutionizing photography globally, would propel the now Je Revele brand into the future as one of the few studios making old world masterpieces in the NYC metro area.
Faithful to the history upon which its reputation is built, Je Revele endeavors to live up to this distinction through unforgettable experiences, unparalleled customer service, quality craftsmanship and continuous innovation in the photography genres.
Our First Fine Art Portrait Series
The series below of James and his beautiful mother, were one of our first fine art portraits made by Natalie Licini, the owner of Je Revele Fine Art Photography.
If you’re considering taking family photos in Westfield, NJ, please feel free to call our office to setup a pre-consultation today.
If you’re interested in commissioning a fine art for yourself or your family, please call us anytime at 732-964-3773.
We serve as a westfield family photographer in the NYC Metro area & beyond and also specialize in family photography, child photography, pregnancy photography, boudoir photography and NJ boudoir as well as wedding photography.
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
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WESTFIELD, NJ CHILD PHOTOGRAPHER – Beautiful Twins
In 2013 we welcomed four sets of twins including this adorable brother and sister. I photographed them when they were just a week old, at 3 and 6 months and now at 9 months old.
They’re just so happy and easy going.
I think they couldn’t look any more different, one very Irish looking with dreamy light eyes and the little girl more like her mom’s side of the family.
During my shoots, I like to sing to children to get them to clap and laugh. Or laugh at me. HEHE But thankfully their mother a talented singer in her youth took over before I really embarrassed myself.
Here are some of my favorite photos from our day together.
I want to share one of my favorite quotes about being a brother.
“Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero.” – Marc Brown
It amazes me how teenie they were in the photo below. But you can see how much they look the same…
We are looking forward to documenting your children over the years. Please don’t hesitate to call us with any questions!
Natalie
We are WESTFIELD, NJ CHILD PHOTOGRAPHER who also specialize in family photography, child photography, pregnancy photography, boudoir photography and NJ boudoir as well as wedding photography.
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery specializing in baby photos in New Jersey
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
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