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Jessica and I met by chance on a flight to the West Coast. She was in the aisle seat trying to catch up on some Z's and, unfortunately for her, my boyfriend and I had too many coffees and were bugging her to use the restroom. Naturally, after the second or third tap-tap-tap, we got to talking. You guys, it is SO easy to connect with Jessica. By the end of the flight, we had followed her on social media, pocketed her business cards, and would soon have an invite to her New Year's Eve party in a matter of months. She's just the best. She was with us for our engagement photos and, two years later, for our wedding. Wes and I are not models by any stretch of the imagination - but Jessica certainly makes us seem like we are! Her photography elevates any backdrop and her self-described documentary-style really captures the essence of who we are as a couple. Being with her puts you at ease, and she's very clear in whatever direction she gives in order to feel natural for those necessary few posed shots. But really Jessica's an industry pro. She knows her stuff. I'm sure if I had asked her to, she could have co-planned the entire wedding. She has such a strong grasp of Day-Of itinerary and will find pockets of time to steal you away for charming vignettes around the venue or, more specifically for us, for portraits with our dog in our wedding suite before the reception really kicked off. Did I mention her connections are unreal? She was the bridge that helped us find our jazz band (whose bandleader was also a former client). With Jessica, you feel like family, and to be in her circle means to meet some crazy-talented folks! I cannot recommend her enough. She is in-demand and booked and busy (for good reason!!!) but will find the time post-party to squeeze in a couple of photos because she knows you're dying to see them - just something to hold you over until the full gallery is ready. Her photographs are artistic, just the right amount of rich and moody, and even in digital form look like film They make you relive the day all over again with a warmth that emanates from the love she puts into the crafting and editing. Wes and I are lucky to have been seated with her on that flight to San Diego. We can't wait for the chapters in life we'll experience together!
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