Blu's Daily Blog: Blu's 2006 Photographer of the Year Winner Jessica Claire

Blu's 2006 Photographer of the Year - Jessica Claire

Congratulations to Jessica! Literally thousands and thousands of votes trickled in for her. She was voted by her fans, photographers who admire her and are inspired by her, famous people, brides from around the world, her clients, forum moderators, Blu Blog fans, photographers who believe she is the best in the industry right now and even her MOM. The vote for Jessica was overwhelming.

Here's what her fans have to say-

"fantastic photographer" "beautiful images" "She totally rocks!" "Her style is modern, whimsical and bold!" "Jessica's blog inspires "Innovative ideas and photography "follow-through" is fantastic" "Wish I had known about her when I got married" " It's obvious right away that she is upbeat and energetic- you want to work with her!" "Utterly phenomenal" "Hands down she wins my vote. Being a fellow photographer it's important to love what you do. Jessica loves what she does" "She's fresh and spirited, her photography is sharp, amazing composition in each image, bold use of color and creative b/w, sepia" " This is a photographer going where no female photographer has been.. to the top." "He photos portray whoever or whatever she is shooting in such a "real-life" setting that the colors, light, feelings are POPPING out at you!" "A unique eye!" "What you love about Jessica is that she is not one of those prissy, nose-in-the-air types, but a regular gal is easy-going, funny, adventurous and always willing to try new things." "Wow looking at all the nominees Jessica wins my vote, it's obvious I will get something unique and personalized." " From a girl who takes celebrity pictures I find Jessica so accessible with her cool site and blog that it isn't even funny!" "she is ridiculously talented" " I feel like I stalk her, I have been following her for over a year as a new photographer of the industry this woman inspires me daily" "I love, love Jessica Claires work and she is so giving when it comes to giving information to a beginner like me" "She has her own style, she is extraordinare, she is a breath of fresh air." "Hot, hot, hot does that count as a photographer you would hire her just for that smile!" "She has the whole package, branding, exceptional work, a blog that truly inspires and an attitude that ROCKS!"

If you haven't checked out her site you MUST www.jcsphoto.com

And the comments poured in!

Jessica wins $500.00 to spend (hopefully on something for herself), a trophy, and something Blu! And a secret surprise to let her truly know she is Famous!

We thank The Becker [b] for sending us these shots of Jessica and rumor is that is he one of Jessica's biggest fans!

Now we must say a very big "Thank you" to all the famous photographers who took time to let me interview them. Thousands of e-mails thanking all of you for the tips, motivation, inspiration and true spirit. We know you will continue to be famous. The e-mails and votes we received showed us that you carry a lot of respect in your industry. Every photographer for different reasons.

Jessica Claire just happens to be ULTRA-FAMOUS!

This has been so much fun! I thank the guys playing chess at Starbucks for tallying all the votes. To all the fans who voted.

Blu's Blog continues to grow by the minute and it's so much fun!

Now due to an overwhelming amount of photographers ( I think mainly girls) who wrote in to ask WHY David Jay didn't make the list. Well he wasn't too far off the list but we had to cut if off somewhere.

But due to his popularity and my need to see this cute boy (that's what I'm hearing "hot and talented") I'm going to try and secure an interview with him... so stayed tuned!

Also stay tuned for my PICKS of the photographers who are going to be Famous very soon! I may need some help so if you have a photographer you think is just around the corner from being discovered let me know at kailee@bludomain.com

And I'm in love, so in love. Interface 27 takes my breath away. If you're addicted to BluDomain stay away. hehe.

And let's all celebrate and toast tonight to Jessica Claire, Wednesdays, Kailee finding a man, and to all the photographers around the world who capture memories and special moments!