artist in residence

Photographer & Creative Director of Still Life Studio

about jess

Where moments are immortalized through the lens of creativity.

Based in the heart of Tacoma, amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, I am dedicated to capturing life's treasured moments with a timeless and artistic quality that can be felt.

As a passionate photographer, I find inspiration in the unique stories that unfold in our lives. I believe in the power of freezing those invaluable moments and transforming them into visual stories that resonate with our emotions. My journey into photography was fueled by a lifelong passion for creativity, and I discovered my calling by paying attention and following my red thread.

FROM WILDCRAFT TO STILL LIFE STUDIO

Creativity has always been a pull, a red thread guiding me to whatever comes next…

Since 2017 the art of photography has been a part of my everyday life. I became in awe (and still am) of how food photographers captured a universal experience of eating and turned it into something more, something I wanted to crawl into myself, something I wanted to create. Oh, the power of inspiration, of what I call the red thread of creativity… It’s a pulling, a feeling like a fire, a spark.

I learned as long as you follow your red thread, it will always lead you to where you’re meant to be.

When I first picked up my husband’s old mirrorless camera, I had no idea the transformation it would bring to my future career. When I first launched Wildcraft Studio as a website designer, I had already built a little following just on photography. (Anyone remember IG via 2017!?)

So let yourself be pulled along.
It's not that you're just following it, it's pulling you. And you know what?

It’s never led me astray.

It’s always taking me in the direction that I'm supposed to be going, even though I have no idea where it leads. But there’s a certain magic in the mystery.

My Signature Style & Approach

timeless, earthy, true to moment, emotive, storytelling, touch of vintage

My photography approach

Storytelling Sessions are the heart of the Still Life Studio experience.

Where we creatively play and let your story unfold as it's meant to.⁠ I’ve created these photography sessions to share your poetic story. It’s for creative entrepreneurs, lovers and families with an emphasis on movement, black + white, and the sacred small moments.

What to expect:

With direction and prompts without sterile posing. An environment that is relaxed, playful and lets you feel confident in your own skin.⁠
⁠We'll craft your story together through a 1:1 Creative Direction call, with guidance on locations, wardrobe, and overall vision.⁠ This is super important so we can choose a location or environment that will bring the world you’re wanting to create to life. For example, if you’re brand is very earthy, then we need to find some outdoor locations to fit the mood and aesthetic you’re going for. If it’s more dramatic and editorial, then an indoor studio is best.
With space for multiple outfit changes, locations and whatever unfolds for capturing your vision.⁠

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let’s play creative matchmaker

Finding your creative match is like dating. Both of us exploring together if we’re a good fit for style and communication. And like dating, it can take a few tries (and that’s okay!

My goal is always to match my potential clients with the right fit. The end result is what matters, and how you feel along the way.

Success in a project for me is willingness and enthusiasm from both of us. It’s never about being perfect – but about being willing to show up, to play and to see what magic unfolds together. Trusting my heart, and trusting my art.