Archive for October, 2009

Portrait: The Sangha Family.

Portrait: The Sangha Family.

Meet Aaron. He is a dear friend with an amazing family. I was looking forward to this shoot all week long. He got his whole clan together for tons of pics. They are such a beautful family and so much fun! Baby Issac is new to the family and has all 7 adults oooogling over … Continue reading


Portrait: Amie + Zac = Samantha

Portrait: Amie + Zac = Samantha

It was the best fall day we’ve had. The leaves were outrageously bright yellow, and the air had the perfect amount of crisp to it. Thank you for meeting me at the park!


New Life.

New Life.

Last weekend was unlike any other weekend I have experienced. I was privaledged to watch new life come into this world. About a month ago, I received this email from my dear friend Kristie, ” As we have set out on this journey for the third time and as my passion for birth and women … Continue reading


Oliphant Family

Oliphant Family

Sara , Mark and the girls were troopers!! It was as chilly 42 degrees as we walked their little ones around. We all soon warmed up as we ran around and played. We all ended up with cold hands, pink noses and fun pics! Thanks Oliphants, I loved meeting your sweet family!!


Summer Fades to Fall.

Summer Fades to Fall.

As the summer light seems to be fading, and I watch the remaining flowers finish with their cheery presence I always find myself contemplative. I think about seasons of life. I think about the quiet hush Fall seems to bring to my soul with the brisk morning air and crunchy leaves under my boots. Yes, … Continue reading


Portrait: Charles + Ada = Charlie

Portrait: Charles + Ada = Charlie

As you may or may not know, this past weekend was QUITE chilly, even for Chicago. The morning temps were in the upper 30′s when this fun family arrived. Despite the chilly weather we had a wonderful session full of laughter and running around .


Ravenswood Art Walk 2009

Ravenswood Art Walk 2009

This past weekend, we packaged up carefully all of my fine art botanic prints…. and Eric designed beautifully our display at Ravenswood Art Walk 2009. This art exhibit had over 2,000 attendees, 184 artists and 43 venues…phew! It was blocks and blocks of artistic talent all out for all to see. There were dancers, painters, … Continue reading


Nathan and Stephanie. September 27, 2009.

Nathan and Stephanie. September 27, 2009.

Nathan and Stephanie are two very special people , both individually and apart. Their wedding was about one another, and about being true to themselves. These pictures are filled with two people that are ridiculously in love ( its soooooo obvious ) and enjoying every minute of one another’s company. We laughed ALL day long. … 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