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Welcome! I hope these posts inspire you, provide helpful information, and give you a peek behind the scenes. Reach out if there’s anything you would like me to talk about and feel free to comment. I would love to hear what you think! – Jess
Gatherings for Good, a Santa Barbara Wedding Planner
Recently I had the pleasure of meeting Brenda Cali, Owner & Creative Director with Gatherings for Good at the Central Coast Bride Wedding Expo. Although Brenda has planned events in California for years, she’s now branching into the San Luis Obispo market. We decided to get to know each other…
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SLO Life Magazine Photographer: Monika’s Macarons
This post is more personal in nature, but I am incredibly excited! My first published photographs were recently printed in the Taste section of SLO Life Magazine’s February/March 2022 issue. I am forever grateful to SLO Life Magazine for giving me this opportunity to see my photos grace the thoughtful…
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Must-Have Shots: The Wedding Photography Checklist
As the big day approaches, you likely realize there are a million small things that need attention. Even if you hired an AMAZING wedding photographer, he or she might not realize all the shots that are important to you. This list is meant to be a guideline and includes many…
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SLO Family Photographers
Since styles vary so much between photographers, I created a list so you can easily see the options for family photography in our area! Yes, Jess Lerner Photography offers family sessions, too. (View my portfolio.) However, if I’m not quite what you’re looking for, check out the photographers below! We…
What to Wear for Outdoor Family Photos
You can never be overdressed or overeducated. Oscar Wilde I’m so happy you’re taking the time to read this guide! To create beautiful photographs, so many moving pieces need to be in place. Ideally, we’ll have the perfect lighting, amazing weather, a beautiful setting, a relaxed and fun vibe, and…
San Luis Obispo’s 25 Most Instagrammable Places
San Luis Obispo County and the surrounding area is a photographer’s dream! Since we recently moved to central California, I quickly started seeking out all of the most beautiful and interesting backdrops in the San Luis Obispo county area. Here are a few of the best places in SLO to…
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