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My name is Jessica, and I am the photographer behind 283 Photography. The name "283" comes from my birth date, February of 1983. The main focus of my work is on weddings. I also do a very limited amount of lifestyle photography, including seniors, families, newborns, and other things that are not wedding-related. Make sure to book far ahead of time, as my schedule can only handle so many weddings and sessions per month, and there are certain months that I don't take lifestyle sessions because of the busy wedding season.




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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of 283 Photography

Randi
Randi Sent on 11/20/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I first spotted Jessica's photography at a family friends wedding and I instantly loved her work so when it came time to find a photograper for my own engagement pics and wedding it was hard to look at anyone elses. I live in Iowa so it made more since to choose a photographer from Iowa rather than South Dakota but I just couldn't do it.....nothing else compared. We traveled to South Dakota to have our engagement pictures taken and met Jessica for the first time she made us feel very comfortable and our engagement pictures were amazing! She then came to Iowa when it was time for our wedding and she did not miss one detail about the wedding and the reception. Every single picture is perfect! There is no other photographer I would ever recomend she is soooo wonderful! Also I was nervous about doing the "first look" before the ceremony and Jessica answered all of my questions and helped me decide on whether we should do it or not. Anytime I had questions or emailed her her responses were very quick and helpful! If you are looking for a photographer and you are near or far away Jessica is the one I would say to get you will not be dissapointed and she is worth every penny! The pictures are the most important part of the entire day.....it is what will keep your memories going so if you want someone who can capture every part of that day perfectly 283 Photography is the way to go!!!!
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 11/05/2012
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I decided to go with Jessica at 283 Photography after viewing her photos that she took of a friends’ wedding. We noticed her incredible eye for unique shots that we felt, no local photographer would have been able to provide for us. We booked her a year and a half in advance before our wedding, and have had the privilege of getting to know her ever since.

Jessica took our engagement session pictures in Sioux Falls and immediately made my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera. One of our favorite things about her was how she was all about the two of us feeling relaxed and looking “normal” with each other.

We just got married two weeks ago and I can’t say how many times I heard how great our photographer was. The entire wedding party raved about how easy going she is and how they loved the “out of the ordinary” shots that she’d take. We’ve only seen a sneak peek of our wedding day photos, but if they even come close to how perfect our engagement session pictures were, we’ll be extremely satisfied!

If you’re looking for a photographer that does exquisite work with making each and EVERY photo look it’s best, Jessica is your person. She’s kind, professional, and has a unique eye for an unforgettable photo!
Alissa
Alissa Sent on 08/30/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Jessica is the best photographer that I have ever worked with. She is friendly, she is accommodating, she is professional, and she really has an eye for photography. I was so happy with all of our pictures, both engagement and wedding. She worked with the other vendors from our wedding to make sure we didn't have to worry about a thing. We really built a relationship with her, and I look forward to having her be our photographer for the future. I would choose nobody else.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
DJ Jake Hill DJ Jake Hill Wedding DJs

Not only is Jessica a pleasure to work with, but her photography is absolutely gorgeous! I highly recommend her!

Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre Hotel Weddings

Jessica does a fantastic job! 283 Photography will go above and beyond your expectations. The photo's are absolutely gorgeous, the personal one-on-one experience second to none! She took my daughters day, which started out less than pleasurable, and turned it into the start of a beautiful engagement journey. If you are looking for one of the best - you have found it! Cheri A

jasonrjonas jasonrjonas Wedding Videographers

We've worked with Jessica from 283 Photography multiple times at weddings and she's been amazing to work with. Not only does she do fantastic work as a photographer, but she is so professional and easy to meld with when it comes to adding in videographers into them mix. We can't recommend her enough and can't wait to shoot more weddings with her.

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283 Photography frequently asked questions

283 Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
283 Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
283 Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
283 Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
283 Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
283 Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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