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I’m Jill, a wedding photographer based in New Jersey — and I’m so excited that you’re here! Follow along with the blog to get a glimpse into the heart behind my work.
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Spring Princeton University Engagement
Princeton, New Jersey | I’m so excited to share my first engagement session of the spring with Casey and Tim! Although the weather was touch and go all day — even a few rain showers on my drive there — things cleared up and gave us some beautifully diffused cloudy skies, and just the right amount of breeze to keep Casey’s dress flowing in the…
Why You Should Take Engagement Photos Before Your Wedding Day
If you are recently engaged, first of all — congratulations!!! Second of all, you might be starting to think about taking engagement photos with your fiancé. But with so many decisions to make as you begin to plan your wedding, you may be asking yourself: is an engagement session really worth it? As a wedding photographer and past bride, I say HECK. YES! Engagement sessions…
French Farmhouse Branding Shoot
Farmingdale, New Jersey | As soon as I laid eyes on the French Farmhouse on Home Studio List, I instantly fell in love and knew I had to do branding photos there. It was the perfect mix of rustic and modern (aka transitional, my favorite interior design as of late) and evoked the exact vibe I was looking for. This stunning space space is owned…
Don’t Forget These Wedding Day Details
After months — and maybe even years — of planning, it is FINALLY the morning of your wedding day! It feels like there’s so much to do; your wedding party members are arriving, hair and makeup is getting set up, your family members are coming in and out with breakfast, coffee, etc. Take it from me, the last thing you want to be doing on…
Winter Hoboken Waterfront Proposal
Hoboken, New Jersey | Shooting a proposal is always special, but nothing compares to when it’s one of your best friends! I’ve known Katie since 6th grade, when we first met in science class and bonded over our mutual weirdness. Fast forward 17 years later and I’m shooting one of the most special moments of her life! When her now-fiancé, Nick, messaged me a few…
An Elegant Summer Wedding at Ashford Estate
Allentown, New Jersey | Sabrina and Kyle’s wedding weekend was a beautiful celebration of family, tradition, and a love story that has been more than a decade in the making. From a traditional Hindu…
A Joyful Celebration of Irish Heritage at Fiddler’s Elbow
Bedminster, New Jersey | Deirdre and Brian’s late-August wedding was a joyful celebration of family, tradition, and their Irish heritage. From a deeply meaningful ceremony at the same church where Deirdre’s grandparents were married,…
Colorful Summer Wedding at Hamilton Farm Golf Club
Gladstone, New Jersey | In the week leading up to Avery and Jonny’s wedding, the forecast seemed determined to call for rain. But somehow, the two of them remained confident that everything would work…
Coastal Garden Party Wedding at Fiddler’s Elbow
Bedminster, New Jersey | Maggie and Eddie’s wedding day at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club was the perfect blend of English charm and coastal garden party style, filled with beautiful florals, playful patterns, and thoughtful…
Black & White City Wedding at Tribeca Rooftop
New York, New York | Some love stories begin with a chance encounter, but Gabriella and Jack’s started in the hallways of high school. They began dating in January of 2016, when Gabby, a…