Quick Summary for my friends with no time:
- ME: on-time to a fault, black coffee please, often distracted by good light
- LOCATION: based in San Diego, California, and serving destinations world wide
- INCLUDES: almost always a 2nd photographer and the set of edited images to start
- TRAVEL: generally included in proposal
- PRE-SHOOT DAY: ideally, yes. Plus count me in for the lifestyle session + welcome party!
- DELIVERY: sneak on Tuesday, then final at generally 4 weeks
My name is Jennifer Dery, so nice to meet you.
Over the past 15 years, I’ve evolved from a local Southern California photographer to a high-end destination wedding and lifestyle partner, dedicated to serving couples with heart and intention. My success comes from always putting my clients and their experience first.
I carefully manage my time and creative energy to give you exceptional images, service, and a fully customized experience. These are your irreplaceable memories, not just photos for me, and it’s important to me that you connect emotionally with the images I create for you.
I am proud to provide a safe space for all humans to be who they are, and love who they love.
Noticing light & shape
I notice the little details, the magnetic connection between people, how to see and shape gorgeous light, what distractions might be in the background, who is where in the room, and so much more. The results are images with feelings, stories, and visual depth.
I Bet We’re Similar:
Experiences often hold more appeal than “things”. Feeling present and “in-the-moment” makes or breaks a special occasion. “Doing it for the plot” isn’t a big jump, it is just how we normally operate. Family is everything. And always, travel is our love language. We choose calm over anxiety, quality over quantity, and true gratitude in everything we do.
How Jennifer Dery got started in photography:
I grew up with a camera at my side at all times, this is something I have been pursuing since my teen years. I have always pushed to learn, grow and expand my creative view. I have no plans to ever slow down.
I found early on that great wedding images can only happen when we are all content, connected, and present. Being present in the moment frees up your energy to experience and enjoy life as it comes. Hiring the best, then trust them to execute, so you can stay present and connected.
How would you like your story told? Let’s make it happen!
A Love Letter
– megan
“Choosing a photographer for our wedding was a journey in itself, but from the moment we met Jen, we knew we had found something special.
The photos we received were not just pictures, they froze and captured our actual feelings!
Jen’s professionalism and warmth made our experience truly remarkable. She understood our love language. Every time we flip through our wedding album, we always comment how we can’t believe we have all those moments, in our hands, that take us right back to those feelings of joy and love.”
