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It's true! We photograph weddings AND events and adore both. Because capturing the natural energy and emotion of your event is what we love most.
wedding & event photography by JPP
I love capturing emotion. True, authentic moments are my bread and butter. Weddings have been my passion for nearly 20 years, and if I'm lucky I'll continue to tell wedding stories for years to come.
I'm in my 50's and absolutely loving it. I've been married to the love of my life for 25 years, and together we raised two amazing daughters who are now beginning their own adult lives. Photography is my 'version 2.0'; before that I was a scientist working with dolphins in Hawaii. But through my grad school days I'd always been drawn to natural story-telling through images and film. Eventually, my work in science gave way to my love for creativity, but I would never change any chapter in my story. It has made me who I am today.
My husband and I are obsessed with sailing, and spend all the free time we can manage cruising the San Francisco Bay Area and the California coastline. We've sailed from Seattle to San Francisco, from San Francisco to the Channel Islands in Southern California (and back) and plan to sail to Mexico next. Follow along with us on Instagram @sailsojourner!
JEN
Principal Photographer/owner
From the beginning in 2005, I (Jen) worked hard to build a wedding photography studio that offered luxury service to all couples. To me, that meant uncompromising, no-exceptions, concierge-level service from the moment we first chat to the delivery of your wedding images, and beyond. My philosophy is that your happiness on your wedding day is more important than anything else. When Jenna came along with her kind and sweet style, she just fit right in. No matter which of us you work with for your wedding photography, the Jen Philips Photography promise is that you will feel taken care of, you will feel confident, and you will be obsessed with the results.
Jenna's personal introduction is coming soon! In the meantime, here are a few facts I (Jen) would love to share about her:
- Jenna's photography is truly beautiful, and I feel blessed to have been able to work with her for over 13 years now.
- She will definitely start tearing up during your speeches. She just adores the genuine emotion and love on display, and isn't afraid to show it.
- She is mommy to 4 incredibly sweet, lovely and athletic children, aged 18 all the way down to 7!
- And finally, she has her own photography studio called Green Nickel Photo, offering portrait sessions, architectural and interior photography, and so much more. (New website coming soon.)
jenna
associate photographer/Partner
meet us
working with us
being a 'Jen Philips Photography' couple
Boutique-style customization: From our first conversation to delivery of your images, your experience will be customized - to you, your wedding, and your plans.
Concierge with a camera: If you need it, all you need is to ask. From help choosing vendors, to a glass of water during portraits, just say the word.
The face of calm: Weddings can be crazy, as much as they are wonderful! But your job at all times is to enjoy your day. We will help to ensure that you do.
Plan A + Plan B: Flexibility is the rule, and even if well made plans have to change, your wedding’s important moments will be our focus.
And beautiful photos too: I promise that when you first see your wedding gallery, the memories of your day will come flooding back and you'll fall in love all over again.
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To us, your happiness on your wedding day is key. And after 20 years and more than 400 weddings, we've worked out how best to ensure it.
what can you expect from working with us?
"This is your wedding, THE WAY you imagined it..."
customized, uncompromised, concierge-level service
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from booking to wedding day and beyond.
"Jen and her team are incredible photographers with a special gift for capturing your personality, excitement, and joy! "
- Chelsea + Bradley
MacArthur Place, Sonoma
choosing your photographer
Working with Jen Philips Photography (JPP) offers the choice between two experienced wine country wedding photographers, both with a passion for your beautiful day. We have worked together for so long that we have very similar approaches and styles, and no matter who captures your day, you will receive the same full-service experience as all of our couples.
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3 - availability
The first step is style. When you explore our galleries, do you have a preference? Although all images we capture are edited and finished with the exact same process, that original image makes all the difference.
As the founder of JPP with 20 years experience in weddings, Jen's wedding collections start at $8500, while Jenna offers shorter-day collections starting at $5000. We're happy to be able to offer options to match all budgets.
We are careful about over scheduling, and will generally only book one wedding for each of us per weekend. The first thing we'll do when you reach out is to confirm our availability for your date. Send us a note anytime!
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So, how to choose? Here are a few factors to consider:
" Jen is incredible at what she does! We cannot recommend her enough."
- Melissa + Matt
Barn Diva, Healdsburg
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wedding & event photography by JPP