A woman in a white dress holds a large bouquet of assorted flowers, including roses, greenery, and small white blooms. The background is outdoors with greenery. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
A flat lay of elegant blue and white wedding invitations with script text, decorative patterns, and a seashell motif. Surrounded by white flowers, greenery, and two small boxes, one containing a ring.

For the authentic souls who want both story and style

Jennifer Dery is a Documentary & Editorial Wedding and Lifestyle photographer based in Southern California and serving clients world wide

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a bride and groom stand together, smiling at each other. The bride is wearing a strapless gown and veil, while the groom is in a suit with a boutonniere. They are holding hands and appear happy and joyful. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
A large rock formation with an archway stands by the ocean under a bright sun. Waves lap against the rocky shoreline, and the sandy foreground is scattered with boulders. The sky is mostly clear, with a few clouds.

“Jennifer Dery is one of those photographers whose images never fail to take our breath away. They are timeless and stunning, yet comfortable and intimate”

– Ami Price of Elizabeth Anne Designs

A black-and-white photo of people at a formal event. A woman in a backless dress is seated, facing a woman in a sleeveless dress. Two men in suits are nearby. They're engaged in conversation at a table with glasses and tableware. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
An outdoor chuppah with white fabric and gold embroidery is set against a blue sky with wispy clouds. The wooden posts are adorned with white cloth and small floral arrangements.
Close-up of a person in a crinkled, embroidered white lace dress, gently holding the fabric with their hand, wearing a ring. The dress features floral patterns near the top and a soft, flowing texture. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
A close-up of a vibrant floral arrangement featuring soft pink, white, and green flowers against a clear blue sky. The focus is on delicately clustered blooms with an array of stems and leaves.
Two intertwined silver rings sit elegantly on a delicate piece of lace fabric, with a soft, sheer cloth draped around them. The rings feature subtle screw motifs, adding a modern touch to the classic scene.

Effortless collaboration, personal storytelling, and timeless artistry

A black and white photo of two people embracing and smiling, at a Balboa Park wedding reception. One is wearing a light-colored suit and the other a strapless dress. They are in front of a table with a tiered wedding cake on it, slightly out of focus in the background. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
A black and white photo of a close-up scene where one person is placing a ring on another person's finger. The individuals are dressed formally, suggesting a wedding or engagement setting.
A bride in a flowing white gown and veil smiles and holds a bouquet of flowers on a sandy beach under a clear blue sky. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
The image displays the word "GLAMOUR" in bold, black capital letters against a white background.
Logo of "Inside Weddings" with "Inside" in large, bold letters and "weddings" in smaller, lowercase letters underneath.
The image shows a logo with the words "Style Me Pretty" in elegant, flowing script.
The image shows the text "San Diego Style WEDDINGS" in a stylish font on a plain background.
Image show logo as test for "offbeat wed" website. Link leads to a featured wedding blog post "Logan & Gary"
A wooden pier leads to a beachside restaurant surrounded by tall palm trees in Jamaica. There are tables and chairs on a deck, and gentle waves reach the sandy shore. A hill is visible behind the trees under a clear sky. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
A groom in a black suit embraces a laughing bride in a white strapless wedding dress. They are outdoors with blurred greenery and a building in the background. The bride is smiling widely, displaying joy and happiness. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
Two women in summer outfits walk arm in arm on a golf course in Jamaica. One wears a visor and long skirt, while the other wears a sunhat and short skirt. People and a large building are visible in the background. They're smiling and seem relaxed. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle

The Artist

You care about creating a day that reflects who you are—thoughtful, intentional, and uniquely yours—and we want your photos to reflect that too.

MEET JENN
Photographer Jennifer Dery in a black dress stands smiling on a sidewalk next to a large stone column. She is holding a handbag, and the background shows a building with textured walls and leafy trees. The image is in black and white.
  • A bride stands gracefully in her white lace dress, holding a bouquet of white roses and anemones wrapped with dark blue ribbon. Behind her, the sheer curtain softly diffuses the light, creating an elegant ambiance reminiscent of a celebration at Southpointe Ballroom.
  • A black and white photo of a couple dressed in wedding attire. The man is in a tuxedo, and the woman is in a long, elegant gown. They are holding hands and looking in different directions, standing against a plain backdrop.
  • A bride and groom walk up the steps of a small stone church adorned with tall green trees. The bride, in a white gown and veil, holds her dress, while the groom, in a black suit, follows her. The church has an arched entrance and a sign reading "Christ Church.
  • A woman holds up a wedding dress in a room decorated with floral wallpaper. She stands barefoot on a carpet, with furniture and a fireplace visible in the background. The dress has lace detailing. The scene appears to be a preparation for a wedding.

    • What We Offer

    Documentary Style Wedding, Event, Family, and Couples Photography
    black-and-white image of photographer Jennifer Dery
    MEET JENN
    A couple stands close together outdoors, smiling and gazing into each other's eyes. The woman with wavy blonde hair and red lipstick holds the man's shoulder, while he smiles warmly at her under bright sunlight. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
    EVENTS
    A man and woman dressed formally sit on stairs. The woman smiles at the camera while playfully covering the man’s mouth with her hand. Both appear happy and relaxed. The image is in black and white. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle
    COUPLES
    Two people in pink dresses look through a window from outside. They gaze at a table inside adorned with greenery and a decorative cake shaped like books. People are visible in the background. Photographer specializes in Documentary Editorial Wedding Lifestyle

    Specializing in Documentary & Editorial Style Wedding and Lifestyle Photography

    INQUIRE
    A bride in a white dress and veil is seen from the back, holding up her gown. She stands near a plant, with soft lighting highlighting her elegant attire and hairstyle.
    Documentary Editorial (docu-torial) Wedding Lifestyle photographer

    My team specializes in heartfelt wedding and lifestyle images. Our skill applies to many photography genres, but the heart of our work will always be the people: our friends, clients, brands, and our creative partner community. We are here for all the smiles, laughs, hugs, and tears. We love the travel as much as you do. It is the people we work with that bring us back year after year. We document real life here. We create amazing editorials for our partners. And although our work is absolutely brag worthy, “likes” are not what motivates us to get up in the morning.

    We believe in providing a top-tier experience for our clients and their guests. This includes dressing appropriately for events, providing the best customer-service experience possible, and easy collaboration with the creative team. And contrary to popular beliefs at the moment, we are not meant to be the center of attention at an event.

    We are here for you and the real, raw, unfiltered experience of our community. For now and always.