profiles

Profile | Ian & Steve of Vinejoy | Small Business Photography

Profile | Ian & Steve of Vinejoy | Small Business Photography

Well blog readers, it’s about time I brought you another small business profile.  This blog series is designed to introduce and learn form fellow business owners and entrepreneurs.  Ian and Steve from Vinejoy are incredibly fun, don’t take life too seriously but bring unbelievable wine selection and throw amazing parties.  We have been recommending these two left and right since we … Continue reading


Hilary – Estera Events | Small Business Profiles

Hilary – Estera Events | Small Business Profiles

Hello again blog readers! I am back from a much needed holiday escape packed full with green beans and mashed potatoes. Starting this Cyber Monday off with another fabulous business profile! Hilary stands out among her peers with her smart eye for design. She is bringing eight years of interior design experience into the world of weddings … Continue reading


Brit | Chicago Creative Headshots

Brit | Chicago Creative Headshots

Remember Brit from her cute love shoot a month or so ago? Brit is an actress and needed an updated creative headshot. It was so incredible working with an individual trained in visual arts. Plus she’s incredibly talented and um… hello… incredibly beautiful. Her striking blue eyes kill me!


Profile | Natalie & Hello Darling | Small Business Photography

Profile | Natalie & Hello Darling | Small Business Photography

Today I bring you the lovely Natalie , the owner of Hello Darling. Her shop is complete with lovely meeting space, fabrics, vintage vases, botanic art, magazines and inspiration galore. I arrived on a busy Friday afternoon as she was a buzz with amazing local flowers preparing for weekend events. Her “storage room” was overflowing … Continue reading


Profile | Gabriel & Half Acre Brewery | Small Business Photography

Profile | Gabriel & Half Acre Brewery | Small Business Photography

Today I bring you Gabriel, one of the owners and of Half Acre Brew Company for our next Profile. This blog series is designed to introduce and learn from other fellow business owners and entrepreneurs. Half Acre is right here in Lincoln Square and produces some delish brews! Gabriel is co-owner with Matt and together … Continue reading


Profile | Tara & The Grind | Small Business Photography

Profile | Tara  & The Grind | Small Business Photography

Today I bring you Tara, the owner and manager of The Grind for our next Profile. This blog series is designed to introduce and learn from other fellow business owners and entrepreneurs. The Grind is our favorite neighborhood coffee shop in Lincoln Square. You will find us in there often, bringing friends to check out … 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


Profile | Joan with Five Grain Events | Part 2

Profile | Joan with Five Grain Events | Part 2

More on Joan with Five Grain Events! Missed Part 1? Click here to catch up! And yes , she’s as friendly as she looks!! What is the thing you enjoy most about your job? I think the fact that when I’m doing a wedding, I get to be an integral part of one of the … Continue reading


Profile | Joan with Five Grain Events| Part 1

Profile | Joan with Five Grain Events| Part 1

Today I bring you event planner Joan with Five Grain Events to continue on our Profile series.This blog series highlighting different business owners and entrepreneurs. Plus I think all my brides should get to know Joan a bit!! She is the founder of Five Grain Events and leads the way for fabulous Chicago events. She … Continue reading


Profile: Steve Hendershot [ Part Two ]

Profile: Steve Hendershot [ Part Two ]

Here is [ Part Two] on the fabulous Steve Hendershot! In case you missed [ Part One] from yesterday, click here. These photos were taken last year at Schubas during their live show recording of their album, Now that Its Burning. You can follow The Spares on Facebook and Twitter! How does your writing and … Continue reading


Profile: Steve Hendershot [ Part 1 ]

Profile: Steve Hendershot [ Part 1 ]

This is our second entry for our new blog series! We will be highlighting all different kinds of business owners and entrepreneurs. I know I say it all the time, but collaboration and learning from one another is key in personal and professional growth. Meet Steve Hendershot. Steve is a very talented writer and musician.  … Continue reading


Profile: Jessica Jones [ Part 2 ]

Profile: Jessica Jones [ Part 2 ]

[ Part 2 ] of our new Profile series with the fabulous Jessica Jones and her blog, How about Orange ! In case you missed [ Part 1 ] from yesterday, click here! You can also follow Jessica on Twitter and Facebook! With all the information out there… how do you filter it? Apparently my … Continue reading


Profile: Jessica Jones [ Part 1 ]

Profile:  Jessica Jones   [ Part 1 ]

Here is the beginning of a new series on the blog! We will be highlighting all different kinds of business owners and entrepreneurs. I know I say it all the time, but collaboration and learning from one another is key in personal and professional growth. So soak it up! Meet Jessica Jones. Jessica Jones is … 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