white rose bridal bouquets with baby blue bridesmaid skirts
bride and groom portrait during golden hour at little bear creek ranch in anderson, california
diamond wedding rings sitting on invitation with bride and grooms names
engaged couple in formal attire for their engagement session at empire mine state park in grass valley, california
bride and groom walking through pasture at sunset with their horse on their wedding day
engaged couple standing in field with oak trees and cloudy skies during engagement session

Redding, California • Northern California & Southern Oregon

Wedding Photographer based in Redding, california

Hello and welcome!! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Jen, your Wedding, Portrait, and Real Estate photographer located in the heart of beautiful Northern California (Redding to be precise).

I’ve had a camera in my hand for over a decade now and I wouldn’t trade it for anything! I also couldn’t live a day without my coffee, a green smoothie, an Adventures in Odyssey episode, and hugs from my kids! I am a mom and step-mom to four beautiful children, a proud Auntie and a devoted wife to my husband, Matt.

Let me just tell you…I absolutely LOVE what I do. I get to bless my clients with joyful and timeless photos! I am honored by the opportunity to serve my clients to the best of my ability. And I’d love to give you that same type of experience!

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Easy to work with

“Jen and Matt were so easy to work with, she was very responsive to emails, and I loved how the engagement photos were included as a way to get comfortable with her ahead of the big day. We couldn’t have been happier with her expertise, professionalism, personality, and of course, the photos!

Nicole + Ian

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Keeping it simple

Planning a wedding can be complicated! It’s our goal to make your wedding photography experience as simplified, convenient and stress-free as possible. We’ll spend time together before and after your wedding to ensure you have the best experience from start to finish, and there may be little surprise gifts along the way as well…

We’ll help you:

  • Build the perfect timeline (alongside your wedding planner) that keeps the day on track and flowing smoothly.

  • Create your family portrait list so it includes those you love but also is curated to get them done as fast as possible. (You’ve got a party to get to!)

  • Create a stunning high-end legacy wedding album without the burden of trying to design it yourself. (I was a graphic designer for over 14 years, I’ve got you girl!)

We take on a limited number of weddings per year to ensure we bring you unprecedented service. If this all sounds perfect to you, then what are you waiting for? Let’s connect!

Still a little unsure? Learn even more about the wedding experience here:

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we also specialize in

Not planning a wedding?
extended family portrait session at private ranch in palo cedro, california

If you’re looking for a family photographer, this is the experience for you! I also love doing other types of portrait sessions, like seniors and newborns!

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We love supporting small business owners, artists and creatives! We do this by capturing portraits that compliment your brand while also showcasing your products, services or talents.

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I specialize in high quality HDR Real Estate Photography. Fast turnarounds and images that will showcase your property at it’s best!

We might be a good fit if…

Let’s be friends!!!

  • You love COFFEE!

  • You’ve always dreamed of owning a horse ranch at some point in your life

  • You love reading books any chance you get!

  • You love the smell of homemade bread baking in the Dutch oven

Bride looking towards right shoulder while holding her fall colored bridal bouquet, gover ranch anderson california
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  • You would spend every hour outdoors if you could…

  • You love cactus’s and succulents!

  • You decorate with Macramé

  • You spend way too much time on Pinterest and love to shop online!

bride and her bridesmaids holding their fall-colored bouquets on the brides northern California wedding day
close up detail of bride and groom wedding rings on white lace background in Northern California

What our Clients say

  • bride and groom portrait on their wedding day at little bear creek ranch

    Nicole + Ian

    We reached out to Jen for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with her expertise, professionalism, personality, and of course, the photos! We and every single guest are absolutely in love with them! She and her husband were SO easy to work with, she was very responsive to emails (a godsend when planning long- distance), and I loved how the engagement photoshoot was included as a way to get comfortable with her ahead of the big day. My husband and I had a wonderful time! I know this sounds too good to be true, but she was really THAT amazing!! She has plenty of her work on display so see for yourself!!

  • apostolic bride and groom wedding portrait at gover ranch garden anderson california

    Makenzie + Jon

    Thank you so much for being willing and able to work with us, we appreciate all the time you have put in! We had so many people tell us our pictures look like they came out of a wedding magazine.

  • young bride and groom sharing a kiss on their wedding day in redding california

    Skyler + Cale

    Thank you so much Jen. You are such an amazing photographer and such an amazing person too. It was amazing to work with you guys and you were just another perfect layer to our perfect day.

  • nevada city ranch wedding portrait of bride and groom in front of cow field and smoky skies

    Rebekah + Jason

    Jen has so much fire and passion behind her camera it’s impossible not to instantly fall in love with her style! My fiancée and I both felt very comfortable with her and Matt!

  • bride holding grooms hand and smiling at each other on their wedding day

    Maranda + Cody

    I hired Jen to be the photographer at my wedding a couple weeks ago. We are beyond happy that we chose her! She truly has a gift of capturing the moment. Matt and Emily were with her and helped her get the best shots. Jen has original ideas and poses that brought out the happiness and beauty of the day. She is kind, professional, very knowledgeable, and loves what she does! I highly recommend using her for any of your photography needs.

  • bride and groom walking and holding hands

    Jade + Jackson

    Absolutely loved having Jen be our photographer! She is extremely professional and very organized! Would 100% recommend to others and use for future photo shoots!

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THE WEDDING TIMELINE

Free Download

Want a stress free & fun wedding day? Grab this sample wedding day timeline. It’s the perfect layout to plan the right amount of time to capture all aspects of your special day!

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