J E M M A N | photography Reviews

We have seen many examples of Elenora’s work over the years and all have been exceptional photos that really capture the moment of the event; whether it’s at a wedding or a family portrait—her photos tell a story, so to speak. When our family business needed a company image/profile photo, I knew exactly who to contact.
I have known Elenora to be professional, genuine and incredibly personable. She is also very accommodating; she was able to fit us into the schedule based on our very tight timeline and limited availability.
Elenora had her hands full with our family as we are a group that always shy away from the camera, but she was able to make us feel comfortable, right from the moment we walked through the door. She talked us through the entire session, showing us pictures throughout the session to make sure that we were happy with where things were going.
In the end, we have a professional family image that perfectly reflects who we are…and one that I am happy to also hang on the wall in our home. Thank you Elenora! This experience was so much more than I ever expected.

Firstly, she's an amazing photographer but that you can see for yourself on her website :) What doesn't get captured on the photos is that she so thorough that for us she was more wedding photographer, she guided us through so much more and we couldn't be more pleased.
Thank you so much Elenora and Ainsley! The Mulligans:)

Our wedding was on October 22/ 2016 at Equinelle Golf Course. After our initial meeting with Elenora we knew right away she would be our photographer- we didn't even have to see anyone else. She has this way about her that makes you feel instantly comfortable, very professional, and her showcase work stunning.
There is so much more value she puts to the table than anyone else. The amount of thought she puts to your big day that you haven't even thought of yourself but makes perfect sense. We had Elenora for a full day coverage and it was the right choice as there are so many moments to capture. She attended our rehearsal, she was out in the rain, she's getting on ladders, laying on the ground, providing top notch equipment, corralling guests for the best shots. She had a really nice helpful assistant as well. Even though it rained the whole day was perfect!
So the next exciting part comes the images! We were welcomed back in her studio and she provided music to all of our images to view and we were blown away! We absolutely loved them all! She catered to all of our ideas and even had some of her own that we wouldn't have thought of but love!
We were more than happy!!
Thank you again for everything!
Xoxo Allie & Travis Winter

When we wanted to do a family session to commemorate my mom's 80th birthday, Elenora at Jemman was the first photographer I thought of. She was extraordinary! We had more than 30 family members for the shoot ranging in age from 8 months to 80 years. Elenora was able to make it look easy as she managed our huge group photo as well as many more exquisite captures for us to treasure from that day. She made the day a beautiful event; eased all the nerves and was prepared for any situation (even having dog treats in her bag for our four legged family member). My mom is so thrilled with her birthday gift and, thanks to Elenora, we made some great family memories that day. From the first time we talked to Elenora about our vision for mom's gift to our viewing at Elenora's studio; we never had a worry. Elenora's professionalism, her compassion and care as well as her phenomenal talent, ensured that our 80th birthday gift was exactly perfect. I can't wait for another excuse to work with Elenora!

There should not be any hesitation to book with Elenora if pictures are important to you. She is the most professional, kind person I have ever met in this business.

I am speechless. Thank you is not enough to express how she was amazing to capture all the emotions and love. Those memories will be with us forever because of her, because of her talent.

Elenora is a professional with a passion for what she does. She captures beautiful moments from your day and even some you might have missed or forgotten about. Looking back through the photos of our wedding day was so much fun and we were so happy with the results.

Elenora was amazing! She was so prompt to answer all of my inquires, I never was that girl to dream about her wedding. Elenora helped me so much to see my vision and to give me expert advice throughout the planning process. The day of the wedding she literally broke her toe but kept photographing late into the evening!!! Dedication at its best. Our photos turned out great and will be something we treasure forever.

We initially met with Elenora (JEMMAN Photography) as part of the wedding package with Weddings on Rideau and so happy we did! Planning a wedding from a distance can be stressful for any couple yet from our first telephone meeting we knew we were in good hands. Elenora was beyond a photographer throughout the entire process. She truly helped plan, organize and prepare OUR day as we envisioned. She made us feel we were the only couple she was photographing and her priority despite planning from another province. She went above and beyond planning by drafting plans, visiting the venues and finding the perfect picture spots/lighting. Her attention to detail, professionalism, sense of humour and initiative make her THE best!
When met with inclement weather conditions, Elenora rose to the occasion and used her creativity and talent to find the perfect shots! We were so impressed with Elenora during and after our wedding. We continue to hear feedback from friends and family about how wonderful working with Elenora was. With comments like “your photographer was wonderful” and “pictures are beautiful” you know you’ve chosen correctly! Not only did we LOVE seeing our ‘sneak peaks’ on social media which our friends and family could also enjoy but we were amazed at how quickly Elenora completed and returned our pictures! We absolutely love our photos and slideshow (and continue to watch on replay!). We are truly grateful we met Elenora and had the opportunity to work with her on our special day!

Sarah and Joe xo

Elenora (JEMMAN Photography) was amazing! She was willing to juggle her schedule to work with us on fairly short notice. She was very prepared and even contacted the florist, hair salon and venue to ensure everything was in place. Very professional and personable. The photographs are beautiful and will be treasured for years to come.

JEMMAN Photography is absolutely the best ever! Elenora is an amazing lady who captures the most exquisite photos that provide people with life long, forever in your heart memories. She organized a 4 generation mother daughter session with six members of my family, including my 89 year old Nannie. She demonstrates kindness, empathy and such a passion for making everyone feel comfortable and special during the photography session. I will always remember the laughs we shared together as I admire the keepsake photos every day. She is flexible and thinks of all the little details to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable and successful time with her. Elenora creates a truly incredible atmosphere throughout her photography sessions. I treasure her talent and am so thankful she provided an opportunity for my family to be a part of her life long dream and share memories with her.

Eleanora did an amazing job on our daughter's prom pictures! They are beautiful and will be treasured for many years to come. She made us all feel so comfortable and the photographs are amazing! Thank you!

Costa Rica Destination Wedding - Part 2

Getting there, Elenora organized her own travel and accommodations with our input. Prior to departure we spoke at length with Elenora answering specific information regarding the wedding day itinerary, who was attending, shooting locations, temperatures, weather, and specifics of the day before and preparations for the ceremony, reception and dinner that we would like to have photographed. Elenora was very thorough, patient, organized and open about her experience and processes. Her knowledge and efficiency were immediately apparent during her interview sessions, and this really allowed us to feel very much at ease with our decision.

Elenora is passionate about her work! This became more obvious upon arrival and her approach towards what she needed to see and prepare before being onsite for shooting the next day. This included scouting locations, asking locals for ideas, watching the lighting from sun-up to sun-down, meeting our families…getting to know who was who and which way the winds are blowing!
Elenora's professionalism allowed us to continue to concentrate on our plans and having fun, while confident that she would be able to organize and capture those very important memories of our wedding day. I cannot stress enough Elenora’s professionalism. Over two very long days and evenings, in very warm weather, sometimes very hectic, with a large group going in many directions, Elenora retained her focus and energy. At times leading the parade…with eyes on the big picture, she brought her humour and charisma to bring out the best smiles in everyone. We just loved working with her.

Costa Rica Destination Wedding - Part 1

When planning our destination wedding in Costa Rica, our original approach to photography was light hearted…until we started getting feedback from family and friends. The consensus being that professional photography was really important. With a little more consideration we suddenly imagined our guests all trying capture the day via their phones, go-pro’s and tablets, and NOT being in the picture or moment with us!

So we asked our Costa Rican wedding planner and the villa owners if they could recommend any local photographers for us to work with. Quickly we learned that there were some excellent photographers in Costa Rica but it was difficult to really feel out what would be included in the package and even more difficult to commit when you’re dealing mostly over the internet and services in a foreign country. Photography is a large expense and we felt it was worthwhile to find out if bringing a comparable photographer from Canada was an option based on the fees quoted to us. As it turns out…it was worthwhile and more!

Enter Elenora Luberto, JEMMAN Photography. Elenora gave us a lesson in hiring a wedding photographer for a destination wedding. Elenora’s biggest concern was “what do you want?” and this question made us really think about what it was that we were hoping to capture with our photographer. So we went back through all the information, examples and galleries, finally coming to a conclusion of what we wanted. Having bridged this gap, Elenora was satisfied that it was fit for us both, and then she went about researching options for joining us in Costa Rica…on very short notice.

Costa Rica Destination Wedding - Part 3

Elenora always put us first; and I mention this because it was so effortless to work with her. She knows her business and we were so beyond thrilled with the pictures when we saw them…this being another aspect to consider. Post wedding, post Costa Rica…a few weeks…meeting with Elenora to view the photos and video in her studio was such a great experience. After all the planning, travelling, celebrating and the blurring of it all, you get the opportunity to sit down with Elenora and re-live the moments and be surprised by what she’s captured. We were in awe to have such personal mementos of a time so special; to be shared and cherished whenever we want.

All these words to say that without hesitation, and with total conviction, we would easily recommend Elenora at JEMMAN Photography to anyone interested in having the highest quality photography and an effortless, exciting and fun addition to any wedding; be it destination or local, Elenora delivers the complete package.

Elenora and her team of professionals provide me with a branding experience for my business that fit every criteria I had. Her attention to understanding my brand, my vision, and my desire to create a portfolio of images that I could then use as I wished was bang on.

She was so easy to work with and took care of every aspect of the details (space rental, props, set designer, hair, makeup). She also checked in throughout the session to show me the images in her camera to ensure I was happy with the framing, lighting and overall outcome. Her studio is designed to welcome you and encourage you stay awhile.

I highly recommend Elenora to help you plan a "beyond the business headshot" photo experience!

Simply put, Elenora is the absolute best photographer you could ever work with. She goes above and beyond to ensure that everything is perfect from beginning to end and captures all of those special moments you will treasure for years to come. Elenora has such a calm demeanour that you can't help but feel at ease when posing for her. She also has a special knack and "tons of patience" for keeping even the most reluctant participants (active little ones who might otherwise get bored quickly!) engaged by making them feel that they are an important part of the process.
We could not be happier with our photos and thankful that we decided to choose Elenora as our photographer!

Having heard only amazing things about Elenora's photography, we decided to book a family photography session with her in the fall of 2015. Elenora was extremely prompt in getting back to us about our request and we set up a consultation to discuss what we wanted to achieve from our shoot. I was so impressed by her desire to capture the personalities and heart of our family and she asked all the right questions to get the information necessary to do just that. She provided helpful tips about choosing the right attire and she chose the perfect location for our shoot. Elenora also, happily granted our request to include our family dog in the session. From the minute we met her on the day of the shoot, she was warm and engaging and she put all of us at ease . My 2 boys enjoyed every minute of the session as did we. We laughed and danced our way through the 3 hours that she spent with us and the time just flew by! Elenora made us all feel special and we left the shoot knowing that her photos were going to capture the connections between all of us. A few weeks after our family session, Elenora invited us back to her studio to preview the pictures. When she started the slideshow, I just started to cry. The entire collection of photos was amazing!! The spirit of our family had been perfectly captured by Elenora and we now have these memories forever. We have hung some of our favourite pictures in our home and they remind us of love and family and the incredibly special talents of Elenora Luberto from JEMMAN photography. We look forward to booking more photos with Elenora in the future and we would encourage all others looking to capture a special moment to book with her as well!

JEMMAN Photography was a joy to work with from start to finish. Elenora listened to what we wanted and what our vision for the day would be; and she, in turn, ensured that every shot was executed with the least amount of pressure on us to "perform". Her keen eye for detail, and patience was greatly appreciated. From our initial meeting to the big day to the return to view our pictures was a positive experience. Our cherished memories have been captured for us to enjoy for years to come. We would recommend JEMMAN over and over again!

I can’t praise Elenora enough! It was a busy year of weddings for me and Elenora really helped make things go smoothly and ease my tensions. She makes you think that your wedding is the only one that she has on the go with her attention to detail, whether it is a full itinerary or figuring out the intricacies of two complex families joining as one. She was more than a photographer to me, she was a friend always willing to listen. Her professionalism is amazing. She is so focused and passionate about her career and it really shows through her work. She may make you do some awkward and contorted poses but as she likes to say “the more awkward you feel the better the picture”. The finished product is well worth those strained muscles.

I really cannot say enough good things about Elenora. Simply put she is AMAZING. She is so much more than a photographer - she is a wedding planner, therapist and above all a great person and friend. We booked Elenora almost 2 years in advance of our wedding, and she was there through the whole planning process with helpful tips and advice to make our day run smoothly. She was so great at keeping everyone calm and she was so very assuring that we would get all of our requests met. On our wedding day it absolutely poured, and I'm not talking spurts of rain - it rained ALL DAY. Elenora did a fantastic job capturing all of our family formals on the day of the wedding and my husband and I got dressed up again 2 weeks later, to do our pictures together of the two of us, that we could not do the day of. The weather was perfect, we could not have been more happy with our "Take 2" photos, and we were so unbelievably appreciative that she put in this extra time to make sure we could have the photos we desired.

We could not have asked for a better experience with Elenora. We received so many compliments on how professional and pleasant she was throughout the day from our friends and family members who dealt directly with her during the course of the day. We even had my bridesmaids who had recently been married stating that they wished they had booked her instead of their photographers!

At the end of the day, when all of the wedding festivities are over, you will have your new husband/wife and your wedding photos. These photos will be what you keep forever to remember the best day ever and you will be so happy to have chosen JEMMAN photography to capture them. Our pictures turned out absolutely beautiful and yours will to! We can't wait to work with Elenora again in the future.

Elenora is a consummate professional. She worked very hard to accommodate multiple moving parts (mainly children and family members!) on our wedding day. She truly went above and beyond and the end result was fabulous. We are so pleased with our photos and will treasure them for years to come. I highly recommend Elenora to anyone looking for someone to capture memories being made on their special day!

I was very happy and comfortable with the photographer. She made this experience so special and relaxing

Weddings are stressful!
When you have someone like Elenora she puts your mind at ease and the weight off your shoulders.
Elenora is the most creative and professional and a blast too work with, she ask's you questions about what you want and what you incision and she makes it happen.
I never realized how important photos are, they truly are one of the most important aspects to a wedding and at the end o the day you are left with these beautiful memories and you want to make sure you have hired the right person to capture your every moment, Elenora is that person I put all my trust into her and she did not disappoint.
Thank you Elenora for the laughs and for capturing our day the way I had invisioned it in my head.
You are amazing and fantastic at what you do and you love what you do and that's what make you so awesome!!

Getting married is quite the adventure...
From picking out major vendors all the way to the small details, it can get overwhelming at times. Always checking the latest blogs and reading up on all of the 'tips and tricks' of where to save money! One statement that was very consistent on all of the articles that I read and now can say to be true is to have a good photographer!

Waking up the day after your marriage you are left with, your husband (yay)! Your dress and the captured moments of all the events that took place...

Elenora, was FANTASTIC! From scoping out the venue with us to being so professional, understanding and guiding the day of.... She captured every moment and was able to tell our story better than we could of ourselves. Both myself and my husband were over the moon with her performance and delivery. Hearing all of our friends and family boast over the photographs kept the excitement alive for days to follow the actual wedding. I can't wait to be able to share these moments with our to come children and grandchildren!

I would highly recommend Elenora, to anyone getting married and will say for any Brides reading this blog...Don'y try to cheap out on Photography -You get what you pay for, and she is worth every penny!

Thanks Elenora for all you helped us accomplish, you were truly a pleasure to work with! XO

Elenora is nothing but the best. She was so much more than a photographer she was a photographer, a wedding planner, and on some cases a therapist. I feel every bride should be as fortunate as I was to work with such a detail oriented, friendly and honest professional. I have 4 small children and she was able to work her magic and dig into her bag of tricks and bring out their beautiful smiles and personalities. I will miss working with her so closely but know it won't be the last time for sure. BRIDES treat yourself... these are the only memories you will have to pass on from generation to generation and when the memory in your head fades over the years! She even went as far as to stop traffic in the streets of Merrickville so we could dance in the middle of the street, the picture was incredible and something I will never forget. The only disappointment you will have is if you DON'T choose her.