Modern and poetic wedding photography that portrays you effortlessly on digital & film.
I am a digital and film wedding photographer based out of Maryland. I am nestled between Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland. I happily service the entire DMV, and anywhere your love takes you.
I am passionate about clients who value the experience; those who hold simple moments close to heart, those who appreciate the art of human connection, and those who value photos they can hold in hand.
I am inspired by film and am proud to include it in all of my packages. I started my photography journey with a film photography and darkroom course my senior year of college - so working with it always feels like returning to my roots. I have a wide array of 35mm and Polaroid cameras that may make an appearance at your session.
Our session together - be it a proposal, engagement, or wedding - will be rooted in small moments and natural interactions between you and your partner. I strive to create an environment where you both feel safe peeling back a layer and exposing your true self. Nothing brings me more joy than when my clients can laugh from their belly and walk away from our session thinking it was a fun experience.
MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
xoxo
Jalisa
HONEST INTENTIONS
RAW EMOTIONS
SENTIMENTAL HEIRLOOMS
I LOVE simplicity and honest intentions. I photograph you exactly as you are. I use a "guided documentary" approach focused on simplistic prompting, and maximum observation of intimate "in-between moments", and a creative editorial flair.
I am creating sentimental heirlooms for you and your loved ones. I will document you and your story with love with the honesty it deserves coupled with artistry that will withstand time. Your images will feel REAL while still feeling extravagant.
Emotions are the baseline of my photography. I strive to tell your story through creative imagery that will feels REAL. I live for the raw, messy, in between, and realistic moments. These are the memories that count.
My approach
to documenting your story...
About me
I am Filipina, a former ballerina, a veteran, and a lover of art.
I was born in Idaho.
Sushi, pasta, seafood, dim sum, Thai food, macaroons, Italian food, shawarma, french fries, huckleberry ice cream, and mangoes. I am a massive foodie at heart and love learning about new cultures through their cuisine.
Favorite Foods
Harry Potter, Will and Grace, Gilmore Girls,The Summer I Turned Pretty, Bridgerton.
Favorite Shows
Skin care, gel nails, a good audiobook, binging a TV show while editing, or ordering take out.
favorite self care
Things i love
Wedding Edition
+ Romantic, intentional, and fun loving couples
+ Extended cocktail hours that allow you to mingle with all your guests and have time for the newlywed portraits you want
+ When you focus on being present to enjoy your day
+ Film and flash photos
+ Getting down on a packed dance floor with you
+ When you trust my photography vision to document your day
+ Freely mingling with your friends and family throughout the day in order to document their stories as well
+ Lived in, imperfect details
