I am sitting here CRYING my eyes out!!!! Oh my gosh!! So awesome….Seriously, I don’t know why I am so moved? I guess seeing my beautiful babies looking so grown up and the song is pretty emotional! Love it! I am getting ready to send it to every person I know!
Karen (Richardson, TX)
(Karen is a repeat friend of ours and is referring to the short video we made of her photo session.)

I realized while pregnant with my 4th child that we needed to find a new photographer. I spent hours looking at websites of local photographers, and came up with a lengthy list of photographers to try – some expensive, some more reasonable. Desiree was the first one on the list, and she took pictures of our family in the bluebonnets right before the baby was born. I thought it would just be family pictures, but she did group shots as well as individual pictures of each child. I was amazed at how many pictures she took and how flexible she was. We never called another photographer. Not only did she take fantastic pictures, but she and her husband were able to get my five year old to smile – a REAL smile, not the fake smile he usually used for pictures. We have used her at least 6 times since then, and we have never been disappointed. We didn’t think she could ever take pictures as good as the ones in the bluebonnets, but she continues to amaze us with her talent.
Paige Dunleavy (Dallas)

Desiree did a wonderful job with my four week old son and my excited three year old daughter. It was our first shoot with both children, and Desiree had so much patience with both of my children. She was able to capture my son’s second smile while his sister was tickling his toes….a memory so precious it will last a lifetime! I enjoy working with Desiree and would highly recommend her to any family!
Jennifer Jobe (Prosper)

Desiree and her family are an awesome bunch, and the photo sessions are nothing like any others I’ve ever experienced. Besides that, the prices are very reasonable, and the photos are very professional. There’s nothing like the hand-panting and very careful editing Desiree does to make you as beautiful as possible in your pictures. She and her husband are not satisfied with their work until and unless their customers are 100% satisfied.
Keshia (Monroe)

Desiree is so awesome! She is so easy to work with and so willing to accommodate us. Desiree is very patient and will keep taking pictures until she gets that perfect shot. She made the session feel like we were working with a longtime friend and not just a photographer. We are so pleased with her professionalism and quality of work. We highly recommend her to everyone and will continue to use her for years to come!
Michael and Kim Pertuit (Richardson)

We had a really positive experience having our family portraits with Desiree. What really stood out with Desiree was her genuine personality and approach to our session. It was if the pictures were as important to her and they were to us. Both of our kids really responded to her and she got some of the best pictures, poses, and smiles we have had from our kids. Another great thing about working with Desiree was when she came over and helped select our pictures and package. She really is “hands-on” and it seemed like we were visiting with a family friend as opposed to doing business. We are very exited and pleased with the quality of work that was done, but most of all the way Desiree combines professionalism with down-to-earth common sense and friendliness.
The Millers (Frisco)

Of course, you already know how much I love the book, but I don’t think I could thank you enough, you’re a God send, your talent is a direct reflection of that. You really captured my sons personality in your photographs. You are a wonderful photographer, and it was all my pleasure to have you be the first Freelance Photographer to have taken our pictures, we will forever be your clients.
God has blessed you with a wonderful gift and we thank you again for sharing it with our family.

Again We Thank You,
Colton’s Mommy (Little Elm)

“These are amazing!! How will we EVER choose?? Thanks so much for putting them online so we can get a ‘sneak preview’. You did such a wonderful job! Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

Blessings,”
The Alfords (Frisco)

I attended a service this weekend that honored my grandfather for “65” years of service as a music minister at his small country church. Someone remarked how special it was when one united their talent with their service to the Lord. Just as my grandfather has, you have too. So awesome.
Brandi (Frisco)

Desiree-
I want to thank you so much for the beautiful portraits that you have given us! You just dropped off the canvas of our little girl and she looks like an angel! No one has ever been able to capture her gentle spirit in a photo like you have. I can’t say enough good things about your talent and the awesome work you do….it is truely a work of art! You have a special way with children that amazes me because you are able to take spectacular photos in no time. We now have Easter photos with a live baby lamb that are fabulous and Ballet Recital pictures, as well as, our daughter’s four year old portrait. I wish I had met you when our daughter was just a baby because I wouldn’t have struggled so much to have her pictures done. I am a true believer in
your work . I wish you great success in what you do and hope that you will be around for many years to come. For those of you who haven’t hear about Desiree, she is probably the “best kept secret” of the Frisco, Little Elm area.
Cecilia (Frisco)

“Desiree, you did an amazing job! Thank you for capturing the sweetness of our girls for Easter. We love Lucy the lamb!”
Malissa (Frisco)

“Our family has chosen Just One Year Photography repeatedly, because Desiree has a true gift behind the camera. Her ability to capture that perfect moment and preserve that moment in a photograph is uncanny.”
The Crawford-Smith Family (Little Elm)

“Desiree was wonderful with my children and made us welcome and comfortable in our photo shoot. She knew what she was doing and it was obvious in how she handled herself and my kids. The pictures were the best we have ever had and I would never use any one else other than her for any of our future pictures! ”
Julia (Little Elm)

Desiree is an amazing photographer. She has the unique ability to put you and your child at ease from your first introduction. Some of the most beautiful pictures of my girls have been taken by Desiree. Just One Year Photography can be trusted to capture your most precious moments. There are so many great things to say about you!
Karen (Richardson)

“Desiree was very professional and took beautiful pictures in our own backyard, we had many gorgeous selections all done in about 20 minutes. I was very pleased with the final touches she was able to do digitally and would recommend her to friends and family.”
Charlene, mother of 2 precious ones… (Frisco)

“The picture’s absolutely captured Cameron being his true self. He always plays with his ears and to have professional pictures of him being his self mean the world to us. ”
Beth (Monroe, La)

“Desiree is such a joy to work with! Not only is she exceptionally talented behind the lens, she is ready, willing and able to spend the time and energy necessary to really capture the personalities of my children. She truly uses the many gifts God has given her to create beautiful images that our family will always treasure! Desiree has successfully combined the roles of wife, mother and artist and is truly ‘living her purpose’ creating lovely portraits, while always honoring the Lord in the process. I highly recommend her both professionally and personally.”
Laura (Frisco)

Normally, I change out pictures of the kids on our mantle and walls every six months or so. But that photograph of him is so amazing that it has stood the test of time and not been removed!
Jenni (Frico)

Desiree did an amazing job at our wedding. No one could have captured it like she did. I loved every picture! It was such a hot day, but she worked hard to get great pictures for our special day. Thank you so much!!!
Jaimie (Dallas)

No matter whether the photos are taken in the studio or on location, Desiree’s professionalism & experience really shows in the pictures everyone will have for a life time. I can’t say enough good things about Desiree Chapman & Just One Year.
Truly,
Rebekha -a client since 2005 (Oak Point)