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FOR FAMILIES WHO WANT MORE THAN POSED PHOTOS, THEY WANT THEIR STORY TOLD.

 

Honest, soulful portraits that celebrate your family's story.

 

Utica, NY photographer specializing in honest, soulful portraits that celebrate families through every stage of life.

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Ready to capture your story? Let’s create something unforgettable together.

Life doesn’t pause — but photos let us hold on.

The milestones, the in betweens, the stories unfolding every day.

Too often, we wait for “perfect,” and miss the real moments.

I say let’s do something different.

Let’s capture what’s true, what’s beautiful, what lasts.

Start Your Story
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Maternity

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Newborn

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Family

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Intimate Weddings

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Engagements

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Seniors (seasonal)

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"Ji has taken photos for our family multiple times, with amazing results! You can tell she loves what she does and truly cares about her work. She took photos of our newborn and toddler and was beyond patient and got beautiful shots of them!"

Feasel Family

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"Can I just say my girls and my family in general are beautiful and I love them beyond words. Jianna really did an AMAZING job with these family photos. I am obsessed with the work and I'll definitely be booking again. These are some of my favorites."

Dixon Family

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"I just wanted to share with you that I have received soooo many compliments on the pictures you took for us. A direct quote "your pictures should be in a magazine"."

McConnell Family

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Hi, I’m Ji!

Your hype woman, storyteller, and memory keeper.

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I’m a family photographer based in Utica, NY who believes the best photos are the ones that feel real. I capture maternity, newborn, family, engagements, intimate weddings and senior portraits with honesty and heart. My goal is to create a relaxed experience so you feel comfortable while I preserve the moments you’ll want to relive forever.

If you’re ready for photos that feel as good as they look, I’d love to tell your story.

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Already know you want me? Reach out below!

You deserve photos that feel honest and soulful. That’s why I want to make sure I’m the right photographer for you and your family. Fill out the form below and tell me a little about yourself — I’ll be in touch soon and I can’t wait to start planning your session.

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