Jess was absolutely amazing, if I could give her a million stars I would. Finding the perfect photographer was at the very top of my list, so I really did my research, and I am SO lucky that I went with Jess. I'm sentimental & I LOVE a good pho...to album, and I wanted to find someone with an eye for all the little details. From our very first communications, I knew working with Jess was going to be a dream. She was so sweet & genuinely invested in our wedding plans, and also thorough & detail oriented, answering all of my questions and providing me with tons of info.
I was so glad her packages include an engagement shoot - it gave us an opportunity to meet her and get used to having ourselves photographed. I was not disappointed. Upon meeting Jess, she was SO SWEET and SO TALENTED! Honestly, we left the engagement shoot just gushing about how wonderful of a person she was. I don't love being in front of the camera, but she gives such great direction that we didn't have a second to feel awkward. We looked gorgeous, comfortable & natural in every single photo.
Then, COVID-19 hit and threw our big wedding plans for several loops. Jess was so caring, flexible, and supportive during all this uncertainty. She proactively contacted me with all of our options, before I even had time to worry. She talked to us over video chat to discuss a new wedding plan (or plans, as they continued to shift). We ultimately moved our date up and "eloped" and she was able to shift and help us bring together a timeline for the new wedding with just a few weeks notice. I'm so grateful for the support & sense of calm she brought to all of those conversations.
The wedding itself went off without a hitch, and Jess captured every moment & every detail perfectly. She also just brings her amazing sense of humor & beautiful fun energy with her, and all of our friends & family couldn't stop raving about her. The bridesmaid/groomsmen squad had so much fun getting ready while she captured all the perfect moments. She staged a gorgeous "first look" for my husband and I, and really made the moment feel personal and not just like a photo op. She directed the bridal party & our family through portrait sessions that were quick & fun (it was 90* out), while still getting like, a billion photos of everyone. She captured so many gorgeous photos, happy tears, genuine laughs, and just amazing moments that I may have otherwise missed. And the DETAILS! Detail photos galore. From the dress & jewelry, stationary, florals, picnic set-ups, she captured it all.
Hold on to your hats ya'll, cause there's more. Let's talk about how this girl goes ABOVE AND BEYOND. The bride guide (& grooms guide) she sends you when you sign up - she knows her stuff!! I basically planned my whole wedding out of these babies. The total surprise mini album of our engagement shoot. The turnaround time on photos - Jess posted a sneak peak of our wedding before we were even done with the after party. She posts a blog (like, FAST) with a TON of photos to tide you over. We had our whole gallery so fast, well under the time in the contract, and all beautifully & tastefully edited.
In summary, read the blog, check out the gorgeous little world of happiness & positivity that is her instagram, and you'll see what I mean. She gets to know all of her couples & feels like a part of the family by the time you get to the big day. Hands down, choosing to work with Jess was the best decision we made.