Archive for July, 2010

Jeff + Cindy Married!! | Part 2 | Chicago Wedding Photographer

Jeff + Cindy Married!! | Part 2 | Chicago Wedding Photographer

If you missed Part 1, make sure to check it out here! Jeff and Cindy fell in love in Turkey. Many details of their reception had hints of where they had met and fallen in love. (including the fun dancing!!)


Jeff + Cindy Married!! |Part 1 | Chicago Wedding Photography

Jeff + Cindy Married!! |Part 1 | Chicago Wedding Photography

The thing about these two… is that they value people. You can tell by every word that comes out of their mouth that their highest value is on relationship. Jeff and Cindy had a beautiful wedding full of understated details full of meaning. They had many shared understanding smiles between the two of them as … Continue reading


Going Home.

Going Home.

I had forgotten what it was like to go home. About four weeks ago Eric and I drove south to the town I grew up in, went to high school, and eventually met Eric and fell in love. It is home. We came from San Francisco, New York and Chicago to be together. We stayed … Continue reading


Aaron + Valerie Engaged! | Part 2 | Chicago Wedding Photography

Aaron + Valerie Engaged! | Part 2 | Chicago Wedding Photography

Valerie and I had been hoping, wishing and praying for some lovely wildflowers for her engagement session. And… man o man we got them. Big golden yellow black eyed susans and Queen Anne’s Lace. What I love so much about this set of photos is that we are still in the heart of Chicago. This … Continue reading


Aaron + Valerie Engaged!! | Part 1 | Chicago Wedding Photography

Aaron + Valerie Engaged!! | Part 1 | Chicago Wedding Photography

I don’t know what happened last Friday afternoon. I don’t know if it was the magical afternoon sunlight, the iced coffee beforehand, the amazing summer-ness of it all or what, but this engagment session was crazy beautiful. We walked away with waaaaaaaay too many amazing images. So many, we will have more for you tomorrow. … Continue reading


Aimee + Russell Engaged!! | Destination Wedding Photography.

Aimee + Russell Engaged!! | Destination Wedding Photography.

Another treat while we were down south was to reconnect with family and to celebrate my cousin Aimee’s engagement. The whole family met Russ and were able to spend the weekend together getting to know the two of them together. It was so apparent how both of them are beyond thrilled to be headed towards … Continue reading


Amy Wright | Auburn University Horticulture

Amy Wright | Auburn University Horticulture

On our trip south I had the pleasure of reconnecting with a friend and my past Horticulture professor at Auburn University! Amy is great. Knowledgable in her field and lots of fun. We started at the greenhouses where she had a few experiments brewing. Amy, it was great to catch up and revisit what consumed … Continue reading


Profile | Kelly of Fleur Inc. | Part Two

Profile | Kelly of Fleur Inc. | Part Two

Here is Part Two of Kelly from Fleur, a floral boutique in Logan Square Chicago. If you missed Part One make sure to go check it out! While I was there, Kelly selected, prepped, and put together an amazing bridal bouquet. Her style has an easy going feel with a touch of whimsey and love … Continue reading


Profile | Kelly of Fleur Inc. | Part One

Profile | Kelly of Fleur Inc. | Part One

For today’s profile we head to Logan Square to meet Kelly of Fleur Inc. Stay tuned tomorrow for Part 2! Kelly is wonderful. You know I have an obsession with all things natural, green, and blooming and well, her boutique has all of that and more! Needless to say Kelly and I had lots and … Continue reading


Ariel + Dave Married!! || Summer Reception || Chicago Wedding Photographer

Ariel + Dave Married!! || Summer Reception || Chicago Wedding Photographer

Remember Ariel and Dave? Click here to see their January wedding or here for their fall engagement session. They chose to do a private wedding in January and to throw a big fun BBQ in July! How fun is that?! The party was at Kenilworth Country Club on a perfect summer evening with fabulous food … Continue reading


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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