ABOUT
ME
(behind the lens)
Welcome to a space built on story and feeling.
Hi, I’m Jen!
I’m a photographer, storyteller, and the heart behind Dearest Someday. I document love in all of its forms.. the wildly in love seasons, the quiet in between moments, the growing families, the celebrations, and the memories that someday will mean everything. Your dearest someday is precious to me.
behind
the lens of
Dearest Someday
EST. 2013
What matters most to me is creating photographs that feel honest. The kind that bring you back to a feeling, not just a moment. Images that hold movement, connection, emotion, and all the beautifully imperfect little details that make your story yours.
My approach is rooted in connection over perfection. I want your session to feel less like posing for photos and more like an experience you actually get to live in. Whether we’re wandering through the mountains at sunset, celebrating your wedding day surrounded by your favourite people, or documenting the beautiful chaos of family life, my goal is always the same.. to create space for genuine moments to unfold naturally.
I believe storytelling is powerful because it allows us to hold onto the fleeting things.. the laughter that fills a room, the way someone looks at you when you aren’t paying attention, the tiny details that change far too quickly. These photographs become part of your legacy, carrying your story forward for years to come.
I’m so glad you’re here.
The Feeling of It All
I’ve always been drawn to the feeling of photographs. The way they preserve a memory, allowing us to return to the people, places, and moments we never want to forget.
a little ABOUT ME
On any given day, I’m probably rewatching comfort shows I’ve seen too many times, sipping coffee, dreaming up home and garden improvements and getting overly excited about small things like pretty skies.
Fun fact: I always think I can do “just one small project” and it turns into three.
When I’m not behind the camera, you can usually find me putting together creative ideas, getting lost in the pages of a good book, planning the next adventure, or soaking in the beauty of ordinary moments that deserve to be remembered too.
What Fuels Me
the key elements that inspire my work.
Capturing Unique Love Stories
Love stories exist in every season of life, and that will always inspire me. From the quiet anticipation before wedding vows and champagne toasts, to the way two people continue choosing each other through the years. They also live in the slower, softer moments like the weight of a baby on your chest, tiny hands in yours, and the beautiful chaos of family life.
What fuels me most is documenting these stories honestly and intentionally. I’m drawn to each chapter… the beginning, the growth of a family, and the everyday moments that will one day mean everything. My goal is to create photographs that feel timeless and deeply personal, preserving not just how these seasons looked, but how they felt.
Timeless Beauty
Timeless beauty is what continually draws me. Not the kind that follows trends or shifts with seasons, but the kind that quietly endures. The softness in natural light, the elegance of simple moments, the way emotion naturally shapes a frame without needing to be staged. I’m constantly inspired by imagery that feels honest and understated, yet still deeply intentional, where nothing feels forced and everything belongs exactly as it is.
What fuels me most is the pursuit of creating work that won’t feel dated as time moves on. I’m drawn to clean, emotive storytelling that lets connection and atmosphere lead, rather than distraction or excess. I want my photographs to feel like they could live anywhere in time… rooted in feeling, guided by simplicity, and always returning to what matters most: light, emotion, and truth.
Natural Light
Natural light is one of my greatest sources of inspiration. The way it shifts throughout the day, soft and golden or quiet and diffused, brings a sense of honesty and ease to every moment I photograph. I’m constantly drawn to how it shapes a scene without overpowering it… highlighting emotion, texture, and connection in the most subtle, beautiful way. There’s a softness and authenticity in natural light that can’t be replicated, only observed and appreciated.
What fuels me most is working with light as it naturally unfolds. I love the unpredictability of it. The way it moves, changes, and interacts with people in real time. It allows me to create images that feel organic and lived in, where nothing feels overly controlled or artificial. My goal is always to let the light guide the story, preserving moments in a way that feels warm, real, and timeless.
Human Connection
Human connection is at the heart of everything I create. I’m endlessly inspired by the quiet, unspoken ways people show love for one another… the comfort of familiar hands, the ease that comes from simply being seen and known. Whether it’s between partners, parents and their children, or an entire family together, I’m drawn to the depth and honesty that lives in those relationships. It’s never just about how people look, but how they feel together in a shared space.
What fuels me most is the privilege of witnessing and preserving those connections as they naturally happen. I’m drawn to the in between moments… the laughter, the stillness, the chaos, and the calm that reveal what truly matters. My goal is to create images that reflect genuine connection in its purest form, so you can return to them and feel not just remembered, but understood.
TARYN and KOLETON
“OH MY GOD – I am obsessed!!! Thank you sooooo much for capturing these for us.
Thank you!”
DEAREST SOMEDAY
I believe that the moments you’re living now are the memories you’ll someday treasure most.
Every moment tells a story, and each one is worth preserving in its most beautiful form.
I believe in capturing the raw, honest emotions that make your experience truly unique.
Whether it’s the quiet moments of your wedding day or the laughter shared during an intimate family session, I’m here to help you preserve those memories in a way that feels personal and timeless.
Let’s connect and create something that you’ll cherish for years to come, because your story deserves to be told beautifully.
