PLANO, Texas, Oct. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With a hectic holiday season quickly approaching, jcp portraits at jcpenney is taking the stress out of capturing the perfect family photo by offering a free portrait throughout the month of November.

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Located in approximately 530 jcpenney stores, jcp portraits studios free offer for your family includes sitting fees, a traditional printed 8x10 portrait as well as a digital copy of the same pose to share with friends and family. In addition, at the time of their sitting, customers may select and order 36 or more 4x7 greeting cards featuring their new photo at a great low price of 50 cents per card during the month of November. With more than 40 designs to choose from, customers are sure to find the perfect greeting card to complement their new family portrait.

For more than 40 years, jcp portraits studios have been creating family photographic memories. From capturing the first family picture to continuing a holiday tradition, jcp photographers will put everyone at ease, keep children entertained and even get the family dog^* to sit still.

Visit jcpportraits.com for locations, to make an appointment online and to preview styles, backgrounds and sizes available. Customers may also make an appointment by calling their local jcp portraits studio.

^*Not all jcp portraits studios accommodate pets. Please call your local studio for details.

About jcpenney

More than a century ago, James Cash Penney founded his company on the principle of the Golden Rule: treat others the way you'd like to be treated – Fair and Square. His legacy continues to this day, as J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) boldly transforms the retail experience across 1,100 stores and jcp.com to become America's favorite store. Focused on making the customer experience better every day, jcpenney is dreaming up new ways to make customers love shopping again. On every visit, customers will discover great prices every day in a unique Shops environment that features exceptionally curated merchandise, a dynamic presentation and unmatched customer service. For more information, visit us at jcp.com.

About jcp portraits

The photographic services at jcp portraits go beyond images of newborns, toddlers, siblings and entire families. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to catch an everyday moment, jcp portraits will capture it for you. Owned and operated by Lifetouch Portrait Studios Inc., jcp portraits photographers are trained on posing, lighting techniques and portrait design that isn't easy to do at home.

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