ABOUT JENA
Years ago, as a hobby, I would take photos of family and friends. I would always see something so beautiful in each and every one of them, and so my goal for that very click of the camera was to bring it out and to the surface for them.
That was, and still is my spark.
To capture God’s truest art form. You. We were all created so uniquely in God’s hands - And I want to help prove it to you.
I have been at this professionally for 4 years now, only accepting elopements, small intimate weddings, motherhood, couples and individual sessions.
.….LeT’s MaKe ART…..
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Apart from elopements and small weddings, I am specialized in Motherhood sessions, and Individual portrait sessions. Motherhood meaning mothers. maternity and small families including dad fall under motherhood. Individuals meaning, senior sessions are a self love session.
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I am open to all inquiries and details before saying yes or no. Motherhood and Individuals have my heart.
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My style is well described as earthy, moody, and documented.
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I have been photographing since I was 13 years old. I made my hobby into a profession in 2020, so this is my fourth year in full business!
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Southwest, Michigan. I photograph mostly right on the shores of Lake Michigan, or in the dunes right on the lake.
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Yes, and yes! With traveling, I charge a travel fee, but I am very open to discussing any travel inquire from clients. I get a good handful of clients who want to travel to the west side of Michigan for beach photos on Lake MI!
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The number varies, so I no longer advertise a specific number of photos. I would say the average is 50-60 images, but like I said, with every session, the number varies!
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For sessions, my turnaround time is 2-4 weeks, and for weddings it is 4-6 weeks!
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I require a 25% non-refundable retainer for sessions, the day that we schedule, so I can lock in your date & time so that it is completely unavailable to others. For weddings, i ask for $200 non-refundable retainer.
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Nooo, no, no! This goes against my philosophy, and takes away the value of my job. Plus, I promise that the thoroughly edited images I send, are better than the RAWs.
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I will send my personalized style guide. Don’t worry, I got you!
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The retainer is legally no-refundable, and in order to reschedule, you will need to put down a new retainer in order to hold your new date.
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I am all about embracing whatever weather comes our way, as it makes for a unique session. If the weather is TOO bad, we can reschedule ASAP after the original date.
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Unless it is marketed by me, no, my pricings are firm.
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There are definitely moments in this business where an inquirie and I both come to conclusion, that we aren’t the right fit! And that is okay!
If you agree with my philosophy below, then YES, we could be a great fit!
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I am here for LOVE and CONNECTION!
70% of our shoot, will be candid and prompted, not posed. I am documenting. I do not normally pose couples unless I have an artsy pose that pops up in my head. I use prompts to create movement, and candids! I intend to show your true laughter, and genuine smiles. I will say things like, run to each other, dance, cuddle, etc.
I will not edit out the real or photoshop. Those are not apart of my values. What I will do, is clear out any acne, blemishes, or bruises. I will not take upon any editing requests from clients. I promise I will not provide any un flattering photos of you. This is all about trust!
If you aim to have earthy, storytelling images, prompted and not posed, then we area great fit!
FAQ
You have questions, I have answers!