Effortless storytelling & capturing your authenticity

Hey, I’m Jess and I’m a proud Filipina American from Virginia Beach, VA now living in Los Angeles. I’ve always been a nostalgic hopeless romantic and obsessed with capturing memories.

I’ve had so much professional experience in various fields that I am a master at anticipating needs and quickly thinking of solutions on the spot. Don’t worry, I GOT YOU.

Witnessing couples express their love for each other still gets me in my feels EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. I’m ready to ugly cry and work with couples so deeply in love. If that’s y’all, hit me up right now!

Who’s that girl? It’s Jess!

Music & Love

Daughter of musicians. Growing up, I took piano and voice lessons. In high school and college, I was a singer/songwriter who performed at coffee shops and venues. This path brought me to my partner of 10 years. We were in a band together: he played synth and I played bass!
From VA to CA

I was born and raised in Virginia Beach, went to college in Richmond, and lived in the NOVA/DC area for 8 years. We moved to L.A. in 2020 and LOVE IT. I will gladly come back home to photograph your wedding on the East Coast. My parents and sister moved to Seattle so reach out if you’re in the PNW!
Mid 30's Career Change

I went to VCU and majored in Graphic Design. I balanced a full-time job as a designer and photographer for 10+ years. Now I work as a film/tv composer’s studio manager. Working in visuals is just part of who I am!
Dog Mom

After years of helping raise other pups, I finally adopted a puppy in December 2020. He's named after Prince Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender. He LOVES food, hiking, and frolicking in the water. He’s a little shy around new humans but comes around if you’ve got the treats!
AAPI Pop-Up Market

In response to Anti-Asian violence and because I love supporting local small businesses, I created a community pop-up market amplifying emerging AAPI creators in LA. I would LOVE to work with you to curate unique gifts for your family, wedding party and attendees!
Dance

In college, I co-created a dance community called KODACHROME (after Kodak’s most colorful film) in Virginia and North Carolina which provided affordable workshops, events, and opportunities—I’m proud to say it launched so many careers. It’s also the reason why I will break out in choreo during your reception!