Archive for May, 2009

Eric. The year we met.

Eric.  The year we met.

I mean can you blame me for falling crazy in love with this guy?!!! This is the man I fell in love with in 2002. I mean can we talk about this? Those curls, the mischievous grin, geez, I didn’t even have a chance. We were in college and crazy in love. Many of you have heard … Continue reading


As this blog posts…. Botts are headed south!

As this blog posts…. Botts are headed south!

We had to say goodbye last night to dear friends ,the Botts. They are starting a new chapter …. headed to Kansas City! We are excited for these wonderful friends,for the new sites, sounds, faces , challenges and joys.but are SO sad to be loosing them here from our daily lives. They may look familiar, … Continue reading


Chicago Welcomes You.

Chicago Welcomes You.

This is a project I have been meaning to write and share about. I was brought on board to take photographs for the materials they were producing to help support refugees. What I love the most, is this project was birthed out of relationship and friendship. Four individuals (who happen to be dear friends) began … Continue reading


Just words today….

Just words today….

Even as I write the title of this post today, I almost feel the opposite, I have no words. I am overcome with hope, with deliverance, redemption, sadness, loneliness, and joy, deep joy. My days here lately have been full of pain for my dearest friends, tasting the nastiness of this life, hard core. I am so … Continue reading


Good thing Norah likes boxes…. WE’RE MOVING!!!

Good thing Norah likes boxes…. WE’RE MOVING!!!

  Good thing Norah likes boxes cause WE’RE MOVING!! As of July 1, yes as in only a little over a month away, we will have a new location in the heart of Lincoln Square! We are very excited and starting to collect boxes. There are some really big things going on here at SJ. As of … Continue reading


My Mom’s the best, sorry… its just a fact.

My Mom’s the best, sorry… its just a fact.

                                                                    Here is my Mom and Dad. I love these pics of them, her beauty matched with his strength and obvious love … Continue reading


Happy Birthday Josh and Lily!

Happy Birthday Josh and Lily!

This is my brother Josh, and his wonderful girl Lily. I am a little late, but they both share a birthday week. Josh’s is May 2nd and Lily’s is the 5th! I think its kinda fun that they get to share it… They are out in San Fran doing there thing, and we are always … Continue reading


Nelson on Saturdays

Nelson on Saturdays

05-02-09 The Spares

05-02-09  The Spares

Eric and I headed out to Schubas this past Saturday to snap some shots of the Spares. It was an awesome concert with amazing acoustics, and a great turnout. The Spares were recording a live cd and we were shooting images to go with it. It was great fun! Go check them out. www.thespares.com . … Continue reading


Previously

Emily & Paul | Intimate wedding photography
Emily & Paul | Intimate wedding photography

Had a lovely time celebrating the beautiful Emily and Paul this past weekend.  The wedding took place on a quaint inn on a river.  Here is one frame with more to come in the next few days!  Can’t hide happiness!  


Bott Family | Palo Alto Outdoor Family Photography
Bott Family | Palo Alto Outdoor Family Photography

Jenna and Nick have been dear friends of ours for years. It is always a special privilege to get those you love in front of the lens and capture the love and warmth they are giving to the world.  We are so delighted to be living near these two again and are looking forward to many new … Continue reading


Moving Sale! | Attention all California brides!
Moving Sale! | Attention all California brides!

To celebrate our 2,000 mile move , we are having a moving sale! And not just any moving sale but 20% off of all wedding packages for those within 120 miles of San Francisco! Spread the word!  It is first come, first serve and need to book by May 15! Email jessie@simplyjessie.com for all the … Continue reading


Kristine & Nathan | Spring Wedding Photography
Kristine & Nathan | Spring Wedding Photography

Kristine and Nathan’s day was an amazing Spring day in the Midwest  The trees were full of colorful blossoms, warm temperatures and the leaves were the brilliant green of new life.  Thank you to Jaclyn Simpson for being my wingman!


The journey west. | Personal
The journey west. | Personal

Forgive the silence of the last few weeks.  It is hard to describe in words what these days have been…. a journey is the best way to describe this process.  So many things have happened , our feet have been in so many places, our eyes taking in gorgeous landscapes and the expanse of our beautiful country. … Continue reading


New Ventures.
New Ventures.

As this blog posts, Eric and I have loaded up our small car with our gear computers, two cats and 2 weeks of clothing.  We have turned our car and hearts West.  We are ready to document this new adventure armed with rolls of film, field cameras, medium format and digital cameras as well. As I … Continue reading