One of the biggest questions I get before a family session is, “What in the world are we supposed to wear?” And honestly, I get it. Trying to dress an entire family for photos can make you want to cancel the whole thing and show up in pajamas. The biggest thing I tell people is this: coordinate, don’t perfectly match. Everybody does not need to show up in white shirts and jeans looking like a department store ad from 2004. Pick a color palette, then let everyone wear somethin

Wedding days move insanely fast. Like one minute you are getting ready, and the next thing you know everyone is packing up and asking where the night went. Of course everyone remembers the first kiss, the first dance, and cutting the cake, but some of the photos couples end up loving the most are the little moments they did not even think to ask for. I have photographed enough weddings to know that the in-between stuff usually ends up meaning the most later, so here are 25 we

Your wedding day is going to go by so much faster than you think it will. One minute you are getting ready with your favorite people, and the next thing you know, the reception is ending and everyone is asking where the night went. Your photos are what bring all of those moments back later, including the ones you did not even realize were happening. That is why choosing your wedding photographer is about so much more than finding someone who takes pretty photos. You are choos

I know... Fall is gorgeous. The leaves are changing, the weather cools off, and everyone starts thinking, "This would be the perfect time for senior pictures." And don't get me wrong... I LOVE fall sessions. But here's the thing... So does everyone else. Every year, I get messages around the end of September that say something like, "Do you have anything open next weekend?" And every year, I wish I could say yes. The reality is, fall fills up FAST. Between weddings, family

There's something that happens at almost every session I photograph. Whether it's a family session, senior pictures, maternity photos, or even an extended family session, there's almost always one person trying to stay out of the picture. And nine times out of ten... it's Mom. I'll smile and say, "Come on, Mom... jump in for just one!" Almost every single time, I hear the same things. "I didn't do my hair." "I don't like having my picture taken." "I'll just let the kids be in

Okay, you've booked your senior session. First of all... YAY!! Now you're probably wondering, "Okay... what do I need to do before my pictures?" Honestly? Not nearly as much as you think. I promise you don't need to spend weeks stressing over every little detail. There are just a few things I always tell my seniors that make the whole experience feel so much easier. The biggest one? Don't wait until the last minute to figure out your outfits. I've had seniors texting me an

Can I let you in on a little secret? Senior guys are usually the easiest people to photograph... once we actually get them there. Getting them to care about what they're wearing? That's usually the harder part. The good news is it really doesn't have to be complicated. My biggest piece of advice is to wear clothes that actually fit. I know that sounds simple, but clothes that are way too baggy or way too tight don't photograph as well as something that fits comfortably. You d

I swear this is the number one question I get. " Jess... what the heck am I supposed to wear?" Girlllll... don't overthink it. Seriously. You do not need to go spend $500 on a whole new wardrobe. Half the time, my favorite outfit from a senior session is something they already had hanging in their closet. Here's my biggest piece of advice... Wear something that actually feels like you. If you live in jeans and a cute tank top, let's embrace that. If you're a dress girlie, br