About
Hey! I’m Jess, a lifestyle photographer based in the Santa Cruz Mountains in Ben Lomond, California.
Photography has been a hobby of mine for many years, but a passion blossomed three years ago when I had my daughter. I became intensely aware of how fleeting the first years with children truly are, and began snapping photos as much as possible. As a new mama, I also became aware that it was easy to hide behind the camera. There were many feelings of insecurity (and sleep deprivation) that kept me out of the frame. When my daughter turned two, I pushed myself to do a Mommy and Me photoshoot. I deeply cherish these pictures as they represent a part of my motherhood journey. I’m inspired to encourage women in my community to do the same - to feel confident, to embrace their natural beauty, and to capture the candid, unposed moments.
So it’s clear I love to photograph babies and their amazing mamas, but I offer all kinds of lifestyle shoots including love celebrations (engagement, elopement, small weddings, etc.), family, pets, and beyond! I’m happy to discuss any ideas you have for a shoot.
My photography style…
Candid photos are my jam. With minimal direction, I hope to encourage authentic, natural interactions that capture the real you. This might look like a sunset walk on the beach with your family or a hike through the forest with a few posed photos sprinkled in.
Something I love most about this business is getting to know my amazing clients. Feeling comfortable with me and the environment we’re shooting in is essential. So if you’re looking for a little photoshoot adventure with some laughter along the way, I’m your gal.
When I’m not photographing…
I’m married to my high school sweetheart and a mother to my three-year-old daughter Penelope and one-year-old boy Leander. Together, along with our furry crew of pets, we love to travel, hike, craft, and do endless house projects on our fixer-upper.