WEDDING & Portrait PHOTOGRAPHER based in Pennsylvania
& beyond
Capturing the depth of your story with truth and careful intention
With a contemporary storytelling approach, and a soul tie to romanticism & whimsy, Valor & Vine Effortlessly DOCUMENTS both wedding & portrait photography with a unique combination of edge and emotion.
The results are a blend of your vision and our direction; a chapter of your story written with our pen.
[Based in Nazareth, PA - we shoot all over the US & worldwide]
services
WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS // BOUDOIR // FAMILIES // BRANDS
welcome to the stories we tell
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welcome to the stories we tell ・
What sets us apart?
The magic is in my collaborative mindset - where I help you envision and communicate what it is you really, truly want. If I am the director and you my muse, how would we work together to make it all feel real? With a story driven focus, I calmly and creatively capture the biggest and best moments of your lives - working hand in hand with you the entire time.
“I’m in awe of her eye to capture images that are so unique yet age so beautifully with time. She has become one of my favorite humans, with a heart truly made of gold and a fiery passion for her work that you can feel and see in everything she does. There is no limit to what Jess can accomplish, so if you’re in need of an incredible photographer who is an incredible person, Jess is it.”
— Tia C
Defining the Valor & Vine Experience:
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Calming Energy
I am a reassuring presence to every couple that comes my way. I intuitively know when to step in when I’m needed, and step back when I’m not. No part of the process needs to be complicated or overwhelming, and I don’t believe in endless to do lists. I strive to calmly, but confidently lead you through every part of the process.
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Intuitive Collaboration
I excel at helping my clients conceptualize and communicate their visions for their wedding day. Not one to run my couples through an assembly line photography experience, I expertly craft and execute a narrative driven story based on your individual style and tastes. You are an esteemed part of the creatve process, and I welcome your input at every turn.
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Passionate Creation
I am a deep feeler, and a hopeless romantic. I want your photos to both timeless & artistic. Passionate, but real. Influenced by art, music, and cinema, I aim to creatively blend your story with my vison, curating a gallery that feels both fresh in style and organic in nature. I am very intentional with all aspects of your coverage, making sure each piece fits cohesively with the ideas we’ve developed together.
Meet the Photographer
HI, I’M JESS! I’m so GRATEFUL YOU’RE HERE.
I’m a Wedding & Family Photographer with a studio in Nazareth, PA who frequents Philadelphia, New York, and New Jersey as part of my regular rotation. When I’m not home, you can usually find me in a new city in Europe! I have a sincere love for the beauty of the world around me and approach my photography from a deeply empathetic place as a mother, wife, artist, and human. I feel fully and live abundantly and let that compass be my guide in everything I do.
I’ve always had a certain thing for stories. Movies, books, music - I love the ways we use art to express ourselves. Because I’ve fallen in love with tales of all kinds, I’ve found that passion stretched throughout my work. My heart lies with PEOPLE and the ways in which they interact with the world. It’s because of that love that you can find me shooting weddings, families, boudoir & brands in equal measure - the stories excite me just as much as the people telling them. I’m an ardent fan of it all.
I’m not here to do what everyone else is doing, and that’s a cornerstone of Valor & Vine. No two wedding days should ever look the same, even if they’re at the same venue. No two families should ever be photographed in the same stale poses. If you’re paying attention, how could they really?
The best sessions are collaborative and intentional. We don’t just show up and take pictures, we dig deep and plan thoughtfully. We chase emotions and create legacy. I won’t understand it without you, and you can’t express it without me.
I’m ready to jump if you are!
“Her passion and outlook on love and art is amazing and very transparent. She really appreciates it all! Love that she allows you to guide the session and be yourself. I highly suggest her to everyone, and it’s safe to say we left her with a little more fuel in our soul”
— Anna V
