CELEBRATE WHAT MATTERS
your people, your love, and each other
Your Photo Experience
CUSTOM GUIDANCE
I offer an elevated experience tailored to you. You can count on me to be a resource, a guide, and always available.
I’ll work closely with you and your planner to craft the exact experience you want.
My goal: to answer the questions you don't know you should ask.
FILM AND DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Trends come and go, but your wedding images are made to last. I use both digital and film cameras to create a classic, cohesive gallery that blends portraits and candids.
No matter how much time has passed, I want you to hold your images in your hands and see yourself.
MY FULL ATTENTION
I intentionally work with a select number of couples each year to ensure you have my full attention. When you’re one of my couples, you can trust that I am there for you from start to finish and always always work to understand your priorities.
A COMFORTABLE WEDDING DAY EXPERIENCE
On your wedding day, I’ll guide you through the entire day, from natural portraits to joyous candids to the meaningful details. I always remember the day’s true meaning, so I work efficiently to make sure the photos never get in the way of the celebration.
When you hire me, you're investing in:
The Posing Question
It’s the number one question I get: How on earth do we get photos without being awkward!?!
I get it. But want to know a secret? You may feel a little uncomfortable at first. And that’s okay! You can count on me to guide you through finding natural poses—aka what to do with your hands—and easy prompts. I’m never just the silent observer behind the camera. I’ll be right there, giving you tips, ideas and a lot of encouragement. And I can promise you this: it will be more relaxed and fun than you can imagine!
Before you know it, you’ll forget I’m there and just lean into the beauty of being together on this incredible day. I’ll keep track of timelines and work seamlessly with your planner to keep your day on track. You two simply enjoy your day with all the people you love most.
YOU’VE NEVER DONE THIS BEFORE
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That’s why I’m here
From that first phone call, I strive to get to know you two and your priorities. Building that genuine relationship ensures that your images will document every important moment and person.
But one of the best ways to work through those photo jitters, is a relaxed, sweet engagement session. It’s an opportunity to focus on your love story without all the extra excitement (and let’s be honest, extra stress) that comes with wedding day.
We’ll plan a session that is laidback, romantic, and tailored to your life as a couple.
Engagement sessions can be included in your wedding package or done separately.
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Your engagement SEssion
charlottesville engagement photographer
This is your love story
YOUR WEDDING GATHERS
EVERYONE
YOU LOVE MOST
IN ONE ROOM
How amazing is that!?!
I cannot wait to help you capture all that love.
INQUIRE NOW
– Ian & Samantha
I could not have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. My husband and
I always feel so awkward when trying to take photos. When we met her, I
immediately felt comfortable around her. Jess did an amazing job making us feel
both natural and at ease during the engagement shoot and then at the wedding.
Every photo turned out beautifully. Her style is classic. Itʼs a mistake if you donʼt
book her!
– Daniel & Jessie
I canʼt express my gratitude and thanks enough to Jess and her amazing photography for our engagement photos and our wedding photos!
From the first meeting to the final gallery imagines, she was amazing to work with
and SO personable to her clients. Her work speaks for itself: timeless, classic,
light, and filled with so many emotions.
She was always easy to get in touch with and answered any and every question I
may have had.
– Trevor & Emily
Working with Jess was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day!
She makes you feel confident, comfortable, and beautiful! She is very easy to work
with and makes you feel calm on your special day! She is attentive to the values
and needs of you, your future wife/husband, and your family! I highly recommend
her if you're looking for a wedding photographer!
– Keven & Kirsten
Jessica is fabulous. From initial interview to wedding day, she is kind and easy to
communicate about event logistics and listens to what the couple wants for their
pictures. She offers beautiful suggestions and makes you feel like a relaxed star
for the photos. Behind the scenes candid shots are taken and you never even
know she's there.
