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Theresa Sent on 09/28/2022Best vendor on my team!
I have worked with Jenn & JeLau Photography several times and I cannot recommend her enough!! I have had her for a solo shoot, engagement pictures and for my wedding. I have to say I love EACH session that she did for me and the pictures and moments that she captures are truly the most precious moments. In my solo session she made me feel confident, comfortable (as it was the first time we worked together) and like I was a model!! (Which I am not!) During our engagement session she made my now husband and I feel so excited for our wedding and this was the perfect chance for him to get to know Jenn and really enjoy our time together in front of the camera. She was able to capture all of our moments this day, the laughs, the tender moments of love, and the passion we have for one another. On our wedding day, she was my GO TO! We had a day of coordinator but I ended up always looking to Jenn for what shots we needed next or what we needed to focus on next. She AGAIN captured the entire range of emotions that day from tears to dance moves. I hold each of the sessions and the photos we have from them so close to my heart. She captured the most tender moments with my daughters in our ceremony that will still make us cry when we look at them. Her work is amazing. Not to mention how fast we got our sneak peek to post on social!! Shockingly fast! I have seen people in my life try to go the “cheap” route and when it comes to these moments, it is not worth it!! It is an investment is your day and making sure you get the absolute best and Jenn delivers!! I would hire her over and over again! I cannot wait until we get pregnant and I can hire her again for our maternity shoot! Lastly, Jenn is an amazing person. She is someone you can talk to openly and she has no judgement. Everyone goes through their own issues with weddings and I felt so comfortable talking through any obstacles we ran into with planning with her. I know this is lengthy but I couldn’t’ type into a few words how great her and her team were for us and how happy I am with our photos! She went above & beyond!!! -
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Jessie D. Sent on 12/03/2023
Jenn is amazing!!!
After we took our engagement photos with Jenn I knew it was a match made in heaven…. She was such a professional and made us both feel very at ease. We aren’t huge on posing for pictures for hours, but Jenn and her team made it super fun and relaxed! She gave us plenty of tips and direction on how to pose, but also allowed us to have some really genuine moments that were captured absolutely perfectly!! After working with her for our engagement session, I felt so at ease leading up to the wedding knowing she was going to capture everything I wanted (plus more!!). She truly made my wedding day run so smoothly, it wouldn’t have been nearly as relaxing and stress free if it weren’t for her. From helping with timelines, to making adjustments for a rainy morning…and stepping in literally wherever she was needed, I truly felt like she had my back! Jenn and her team (shout out JoJo and Leslie - y’all are the best!) are truly amazing and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!! -
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Charis Sent on 10/28/2022Fun and energetic!
Jenn was amazing! We came from Sacramento and did our engagement shoot in Big Sur. Let me tell you, we’ve been planning this for MONTHS and Jenn was always responsive to my silly questions and have helpful advice regarding my concerns. My fiancée and I tend to be awkward with poses since we’re used to taking photos of other people rather than having our photos taken. Jenn has great vision for composition. We’re very picky people when it comes down to choosing a photographer since we both have some experience in photography and videography. Jenn is able to produce such cinematic yet ethereal photos. Book her NOW. You will not be disappointed! -
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Abbi S. Sent on 12/13/2023Best photographer ever!
I honestly can not say enough amazing things about Jenn, and her team!
My husband and I booked Jenn for our 8 hour wedding and an engagment session was included. The engagement session was fun and made us feel comfortable with Jenn, and in front of the camera. This helped photos on the wedding day go much smoother. During the engagement session we were able to learn how to pose, and be relaxed and ourselves while taking nice photos!
Jenn is extremely organized and clear with her communication, it is amazing! One of the best things about working with Jenn is that she wants you to get what you want, she is there to make sure that you get the pictures that you want, in the locations that you want and in the poses that you want. Never be afraid to say you want to take a photo again, or try a different pose. She will ALWAYS hype you up, and make sure you feel your most confident self!
Our photos from both the engagement session and our wedding are amazing, we are so in love with them. She captured our day absolutely perfectly! I believe that your wedding day photographer is the most important decision, because these are the memories that you will have forever. Jenn was an easy choice for us, she is kind, supportive, a clear communicator, a hype woman, and she takes beautiful photos!
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Katie T. Sent on 11/27/2023Incredible Wedding Photographer
From the moment I met Jenn on Zoom I knew my fiance and I were in the right hands. We clicked instantly and I felt like we’d known each other for years! Jenn and her team did such an amazing job of making our engagement photo session fun and unique; we crawled through a secret cave, climbed on top of a giant rock on the beach and ran in the waves. The photos were stunningly gorgeous, the lighting and angles were perfect; Jenn captured our love for one another and our excitement to be married soon!
Throughout the whole process Jenn was so great at keeping in touch with me regarding updates and making sure she understood what we wanted on our big day. We filled out a very detailed questionnaire on types of photos we wanted, family members names, locations for photos, day of timeline, etc. Which proved to be a very helpful tool on the day of - her system for getting photos done in a short amount of time was seriously impressive.
Our wedding day was nothing short of PERFECT! Jenn and team showed up right on time and got to work - they knew our venue well which made me feel even better in my decision to work with her. She knew all the great spots, lighting, angles and timing to get every photo we asked for. Not only did my fiance and I love Jenn, but any guest I talked to commented on how fun and cool Jenn and team were that day/night. They made all the guests feel special by getting photos of them while we were off doing wedding party photos, which I appreciated very much because now I have photos of all my guests!
I would 100%, 5 stars, 15/10 recommend Jenn and her team to be your photographers! She truly gave us the greatest gift of capturing our love in ways that I don’t think someone else could. Every time I look at the photos I smile and tear up a bit at just how beautifully she captured all the emotions of our day. I didn’t think I would bond with our photographer so fast and easily, but Jenn made us feel like we were friends immediately. Not only is she clearly very talented, she’s got a sense of humor and a professional demeanor about her that’s hard to come by - she got sh*t done but had everyone laughing and enjoying every second of the photos the entire time we were together!
If I had to choose all over again, it would be a no brainer, JeLau Photography everytime! -
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Julianne M. Sent on 06/28/2023Jenn is incredible!
My husband and I are so glad we had Jenn as our photographer. Her entire team is so dedicated to making your wedding day as amazing as possible and helping your dreams come to life. Jenn is so fun and is honestly hilarious- everyone at our wedding loved her. She worked with Jojo and Leslie at our wedding and we couldn't be happier. Thank you, Jenn!! -
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Jessica K. Sent on 09/09/2023
Best Wedding Photographer in the Business
Short version:
If you are in the process of deciding on a wedding photographer or are on the fence, BOOK JELAU PHOTOGRAPHY!! My husband I got married in June 2023 and one of the BEST decisions we made was booking with Jenn. Not only is she an extremely talented artist and provided the most beautiful photos we could have asked for, but she went above and beyond for us in every way.
Long version:
We had an engagement session with Jenn and her team shot our wedding day. Even before we had officially booked, we felt so supported by her, and it was clear that she was an honest, open, and genuine professional (and person).
Communication was a breeze with Jenn. She is very transparent and has amazing expertise that we benefitted from a lot. I always felt like we were a priority and that her goal was to help us have the exact day and shots we wanted.
We were so happy to have the opportunity of having an engagement session with Jenn. Aside from the fact that we had a new batch of gorgeous photos from such an exciting time in our life, an unexpected perk was that we felt so comfortable with Jenn on our wedding day.
Jenn’s approach leading up to the wedding gives you a super easy and organized way of communicating your wants/needs of the day. I really appreciated that she wanted to understand what parts were most important to us so that she could make absolute sure they were captured.
On our wedding day, everyone was impressed. Of course my husband and I were so happy with her team (they checked in on us, were prepared for anything, were so amazing with our guests, etc.), but our family members were even coming up to us to give shoutouts on our photography team and letting us know how great they were. Jenn and her team communicated so clearly and truly cared about us soaking in the day. She and her team were there with us all day capturing the most amazing shots but also really contributing to the energy of the day. I am so grateful we had them there!
When we received our finished photos... I’ll repeat myself - BOOK JELAU PHOTOGRAPHY! Our photos are stunning and Jenn went above and beyond in getting exactly what we wanted and much more. The gallery is so comprehensive, I feel like I can look back and relive the day just from the photos. Accessing and downloading the photos is so easy and the gallery is so well organized. Jenn and the JeLau Photography team put so much effort into our day and our gallery. We couldn’t be happier! -
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Kaite A. Sent on 11/29/2021Jenn is amazing (and sassy in the right ways)!
Jenn is amazing to work with before, during and after! This was the first time my fiance and I have ever had professional photos taken, so we didn't know what to expect, what to wear, how to act, etc.
Jenn was super responsive before, helping us pick out outfits, giving honest opinions and suggestions. During, we didn't know how to pose or how to even "act natural". She went out of her way to make sure we looked good and felt good throughout the session. After, she got pictures back to us super timely, and made sure we were happy with them!
Suggestion: trust the process!! If it feels weird or awkward, trust that it will come out well! Jenn knows what she is talking about :) -
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Jennifer L. Sent on 01/25/2024Outstanding!
This review is long overdue! Suffice it to say that 6 months later, our guests are still raving about Jenn and her team. As “amateur” photographers ourselves, we were very particular about our photographer. Photos are a huge investment, and you only get to record that day once. After reviewing a lot of photographers’ websites, we decided to chat with Jenn based on the photos on her website. From the first Zoom meeting (we are not local to the Monterey area), she made us feel so comfortable. Jenn’s communication is quick and efficient, she is happy to answer any and all questions. We weren’t sure we wanted the engagement session, but after some discussion we understood the value and opted to jump in and get started.
Our engagement session had to be postponed due to illness (darn Covid) and Jenn was accommodating and helped us reschedule at another convenient time. The day was not ideal in terms of weather and the location had several others shooting photos—Jenn and her team adjusted easily and jumped in to get the best possible shots in multiple locations and outfit changes. Turnaround time for the finished photos was quick!
Fast forward to our wedding day. What a great day! Jenn collaborated with us on the timeline to ensure that we had plenty of time for all the photos we wanted to get. Jenn and her team are personable, fun, and easy to work with. and she captured the day perfectly. Once again, her turnaround time for the photo gallery was quick and the photos are beautiful. Photos are a look into emotions, feelings, relationships and people and it takes a lot of practice to bring all of those things together in gorgeous photographs. There are so many photographers out there, but you won’t be disappointed with Jenn and her team. Once you work with Jenn she becomes a friend. She is open and honest, kind, and genuine. Pick Jenn, you won’t be disappointed! -
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Kristen S. Sent on 12/30/2023Jenn is amazing!
As a planner, a major part of my job is to help my clients pick the right photographer for them and Jenn is always my go to gal! She is professional, friendly and a true master behind the camera. She is down to earth and funny which always makes my clients feel 100% comfortable in front of the camera. She goes above and beyond to always get the shot and has this amazing ability to capture people’s authentic self. No forced posed photos here people!
When it comes to the day of, she is so on top of it, flowing through the day with ease and is a joy to be around. It really makes my job super easy. I can’t recommend Jenn enough. Run, don’t walk! -
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Courtney T. Sent on 12/07/2021Professional, Fun, Adventurous
Wow, where do I start...First and foremost the professionalism is top notch. I am very picky about who I do business with & family photos are not excluded. Jenn is professional forward, from the moment you inquire everything is laid out & all questions answered. I am not a bride YET but I would believe that Jenn makes this side of stress on the wedding day minimal to none! Going into the session, I am not one to be the center of attention in front of the camera, my partner on the other hand is a different story , but Jenn made me feel at ease & even made me laugh genuinely (which made for the BEST photos). She knows what you want to see & knows the best angles and poses. Because of her professionalism, it was more than fluid & was easy to listen to her direction. If you're looking for a photographer who will meet, nay EXCEED your expectations, JeLau is the way to go. 1,000/10 -
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Tee L. Sent on 01/26/2021Jenn is one of the best!
We have had such an awesome time working with Jenn at a few styled photoshoots. She’s honestly not only so great to work with; but genuinely cares for people and loves to serve them. All of her images capture the truest essence of all her clients, and she can really make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Jenn not only photographs families, but she does anything from the largest of weddings to the smallest of elopements. We honestly don’t say this much; but you wouldn’t go wrong with hiring Jenn for your occasion. We HIGHLY recommend her as she isn’t just a rad photographer, but just an awesome human being. -
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Brittney H. Sent on 12/14/202210/10 incredible all around
My partner and I cannot more highly recommend Jenn as your photographer! Jenn was our photographer for our wedding and we also did an engagement shoot with her. Jenn is open, communicative, loving, detail-oriented, organized, and observant. She has a heart for others and embodies inclusivity in her everyday work. This was true from the first communication we had with her and was consistent and unwavering throughout the year+ we were working together. She is knowledgeable and kind in the way she supports you and is always available with helpful and timely information and suggestions. Jenn always had our back and was so supportive of every request and unconventional tradition that we wanted to include. She was so helpful in every detail including: helping us with our timeline, working well with other vendors and providing recommendations, helping us laugh and relax and be in the moment, wrangling family and friends and lifting them up so they felt confident and supported, making both my partner and I feel like the gorgeous humans we are inside and out and always being available with an affirmation, and sharing herself and her process. Jenn was also always on time, responded to emails and requests very quickly, and got our gallery back in record time for both our wedding and engagement shoot. She was always patient and honestly went above and beyond. All of this is more than enough reason to work with her, and then - THE PHOTOS LOOK AMAZING!!!!! Honestly there is not one that I was not really excited to share! We could not have been more happy with our engagement shoot and wedding photos. Jenn is great with coordinating outfits and posing, and also she has a really great eye. She is so creative and my favorite shots were ones where she said “I know this is weird but trust me” and we went for it! Our photo gallery for our wedding not only captured the depth and complexity of how we were feeling moment to moment, it also mapped out what our experience was like throughout the day. We chose not to have video for our wedding and honestly with the photos we received back, we didn’t need it. Jenn really listened and centered our hopes and concerns to create the best experience for us. She also has a talent for picking out lovely humans and her team of Leslie and Lela was incredible. We had so much fun with them and they were exceptional. Our experience with Jenn has set the bar so incredibly high for photography hopes - 5 stars, 10/10 INCREDIBLE. We adored working with her and would absolutely do so again in the future. She is a human of the highest quality and we will always recommend her and remember working with her with deep gratitude. -
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Rebekah K. Sent on 01/30/2023Highly recommend!
Our wedding coordinator recommended a few photographers to us so we got to work stalking some IG accounts. When we came across Jenn, we loved her style and could tell she was incredibly talented. We scheduled a meeting with her and not only were we blown away by her professionalism, she was FUN and COOL. I knew she would be a blast to work with.
We worked together for our maternity, engagement, and wedding photos. She is incredibly talented, highly efficient and provides invaluable information on how to prepare for your session. The sessions fly by thanks to Jenn’s positive energy, efficiency, and ability to make everything fun. Her humor put us at ease and made the awkward moments hilarious which produced some genuine laughter for our candid photos. I felt comfortable telling her my insecurities and she was the ultimate hype person. I can’t recommend Jenn enough and I hope to work together in the future. I miss her!
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Cat K. Sent on 01/10/2023
JeLau Photography is the BEST!
Jenn is quite possibly the very best in the business. She took both my engagement photos in 2021 and my wedding photos in 2022. The quality of her work is amazing!! She even traveled to meet us in Salt Lake City for our engagement photos so we wouldn't have to find another photographer. She is worth every penny and is easily the best investment I made in my wedding.
She was recommended by my venue and I couldn't be happier with the stunning photos we received. She had me at seeing the quality of her work, her focus on inclusive weddings, and SSDGM. She is SUPER easy to work with - really caring for us and our team to make sure the day was absolutely perfect. She replied to all my emails practically right away and walked me through all of my panic moments. Jenn helped everything go smoothly and even attended our rehearsal so she could help coach our wedding party to receive the best photos.
I wish I had more events for Jenn to shoot. Her humor, generosity, and energy is unmatched. She and her team (shout out to Leslie + our second photographer Nadeen) were an absolute dream. Jenn even surprised us with more photos than we ordered because she simply couldn't narrow it down.
We are beyond thrilled with our experience with Jenn and the lasting memories her photos preserve. You cannot go wrong with choosing JeLau Photography for your big day! -
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Camille H. Sent on 08/04/2021Boudoir Shoot with Jenn
After my experience with Jenn, I realized that doing a boudoir shoot was one of the best ways to celebrate my engagement! She went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and empowered during our shoot. Her communication and collaboration after the shoot was above and beyond anything I could have expected! -
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Amber F. Sent on 01/24/2023Best Photographer (& Team) of All Time!!!
Jenn is absolutely amazing and her photography skills are out of this world! I did a boudoir photo shoot with her for my first time, she made me feel so comfortable with her and myself. We also hired Jenn as our engagement and wedding photographer, she made all the sessions so much fun and enjoyable, taking our ideas and making them a reality. We didn’t realize we could look so good, but she clearly did! Jenn has an amazing personality and fantastic team to support her. I couldn’t recommended Jenn enough as a photographer, she books up quick so get on it if you want the best there is!
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