on film, digital + super 8
Jess's unique perspective, shaped by her observational nature and upbringing steeped in horsemanship and art, has a profound impact on her photography. Her approach to capturing images is distinctly influenced by her background and experiences, allowing her to convey a depth of emotion and storytelling in her work that sets her apart. As an observer of environments, she brings a sensitive and introspective eye to her photography, uncovering the often overlooked narratives and subtle details within gatherings and locations. This results in images that are not only visually striking but also resonate with a soulful authenticity that comes from her personal connection to her subjects.
Jess is a Seattle & Minneapolis based documentary wedding photographer, also focused on serving the Southeast.
I finally had the chance to look through EVERY single perfect and imperfect photo and feel comfortable saying that if our home caught fire, it would be one of the only things I would need to save. Yes, our portraits against a mountainous backdrop are epic and artistically stunning.. but the raw, emotional moments she captured.. the tears rolling down my mother's face, my grandmother's delicate and aged hands, my MIL's emotions during her last moment of solitude with her son, my hands locked with my best friend's during prayer, and our family praying, worshipping, laughing and crying are my most beloved memories of all. I know that we will look back on these photos 50 years down the road and that there will be tears in our eyes looking back at the beautiful faces of our loved ones that might not be on earth with us any longer and remembering the day that started the rest of our lives together.
I finally had the chance to look through EVERY single perfect and imperfect photo and feel comfortable saying that if our home caught fire, it would be one of the only things I would need to save. Yes, our portraits against a mountainous backdrop are epic and artistically stunning.. but the raw, emotional moments she captured.. the tears rolling down my mother's face, my grandmother's delicate and aged hands, my MIL's emotions during her last moment of solitude with her son, my hands locked with my best friend's during prayer, and our family praying, worshipping, laughing and crying are my most beloved memories of all. I know that we will look back on these photos 50 years down the road and that there will be tears in our eyes looking back at the beautiful faces of our loved ones that might not be on earth with us any longer and remembering the day that started the rest of our lives together.