Intimate and Epic Coastal Elopement in Manzanita Oregon
When you elope, your location should mean something truly wonderful to your hearts and souls….
Whether you and your partner love the beach and feeling salt in your hair, then let’s find you the saltiest fricking air we can find. If you like to frolic like a forest nymph and weave through the pine trees, I am going to find you the best frolicking grass and pine trees so great they look like they want to reach out and hug you.
Whatever it is, whatever location you are envisioning, even if you’re not sure if it exists, let’s find it, let’s find your dream world, your dream elopement location.
A | Boudoir
Boudoir photography is always such a wonderful experience. Being able to coach women through this process starting at the very first initial emails where we chat about music, outfits, what kind of champagne we want to drink and more.
Boudoir photography is always such a wonderful experience. Being able to coach women through this process starting at the very first initial emails where we chat about music, outfits, what kind of champagne we want to drink and more. Boudoir photography is the ultimate femme power shoot. I always end up so amped up and excited before during and after these shoots and I can always tell that my babes feel the same. If you’re feeling scared or nervous or feel like you have no reason to do a boudoir shoot, you are wrong! They are so empowering and fun and I promise you will end up leaving feeling like the goddess badass babe that you are. Reach out! Let’s talk about your questions and concerns.
C + F | Inwood Hill Park NYC
Getting to know these two humans was an absolutely breath taking experience. Their love has stemmed from early years in high school and long walks in Inwood Hill Park at the very tip of Manhattan in NYC.
Getting to know these two humans was an absolutely breath taking experience. Their love has stemmed from early years in high school and long walks in Inwood Hill Park at the very tip of Manhattan in NYC. I was granted the opportunity to take a walk through the park with them, learn their story, and photograph this little styled elopement. I could not have been more excited with the way these images came out. These two were down for everything and were the most fun to work with. Photographing elopements is a passion of mine and I hope to incorporate this more into my work this year.
C & K | Philadelphia, PA
Cesar and Kevin are one of the most wonderful couples in the bunch. The love that flows through them and the people that surround them was so vibrant and true. We had an incredible day walking around Historical Philadelphia in the afternoon capturing fun and "Vanity Fair" images of Kevin, Cesar and their friends. Plus the guys and their whole crew looked like absolute rockstars.
The evening was spent at the Historical Powel House with delicious food, lots of laughs and waterfalls of champagne. Kevin and Cesar could not have orchestrated a better day filled with love, happiness, smiles, dancing, and bubbles. Love is love.
Cesar and Kevin are one of the most wonderful couples in the bunch. The love that flows through them and the people that surround them was so vibrant and true. We had an incredible day walking around Historical Philadelphia in the afternoon capturing fun and "Vanity Fair" images of Kevin, Cesar and their friends. Plus the guys and their whole crew looked like absolute rockstars.
The evening was spent at the Historical Powel House with delicious food, lots of laughs and waterfalls of champagne. Kevin and Cesar could not have orchestrated a better day filled with love, happiness, smiles, dancing, and bubbles. Love is love.
Sam | Boudoir
Sam was my first boudoir shoot and I could not have asked for it to go better. When I asked Sam to be my first model he was flattered, nervous but SO down. We had a lot of fun talking about the shoot beforehand, getting inspired and executing the shoot. I cannot wait for more of these amazing and liberating boudoir shoots. I want to remind everyone, boudoir photography does not have to be for someone else. You can absolutely do it to feel self love, freedom and most of all just S-E-X-Y for you!
“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection”
– Buddha
Sam was my first boudoir shoot and I could not have asked for it to go better. When I asked Sam to be my first model he was flattered, nervous but SO down. We had a lot of fun talking about the shoot beforehand, getting inspired and executing the shoot. I cannot wait for more of these amazing and liberating boudoir shoots. I want to remind everyone, boudoir photography does not have to be for someone else. You can absolutely do it to feel self love, freedom and most of all just S-E-X-Y for you!
I asked Sam to write a little bit about his experience with me. Take a peek if you are thinking about a shoot :)
"I have a lot of deep seeded insecurities about my body that stem from middle/high school years, mostly. Needless to say, I went into this photo shoot feeling very anxious, nervous, self conscious, all the things. Never thought I'd be confident enough to model for boudoir photographs, but I kinda just held my breath and went for it.
Jaci made me feel at ease immediately. She's very intuitive, kind and personable. We talked openly about my problem areas, insecurities, what frames I liked, what frames she liked, flattering body positions, etc. Not having much modeling experience myself, I asked her to basically direct me as I learned. I began to relax and ended up having so much friggin fun! I already want do it again.
The actual shoot was a blast and ended up being surprisingly liberating, but I'm not kidding when I say that I have never in my life felt more attractive than I did after seeing those images. Jaci is the perfect combination of professional photographer and seasoned goofball. She helped me tap into more self-confidence than I thought I had and produced images that made me feel like an A-List movie star. I can't speak highly enough about my experience." - Sam D.H.
Cate Eilee | Yoga + Wellness
My beautiful, creative, and wonderful friend Cate and I did a lifestyle shoot for her in the New York Botanical garden. Our aim was to capture the spring and summer vibes and showcase her clean, healthy lifestyle brand. Cate is an amazing yoga teacher and is starting to develop a brand where she creates kits with essential oils she makes, custom yoga pillows, and much more.
My beautiful, creative, and wonderful friend Cate and I did a lifestyle shoot for her in the New York Botanical garden. Our aim was to capture the spring and summer vibes and showcase her clean, healthy lifestyle brand. Cate is an amazing yoga teacher and is starting to develop a brand where she creates kits with essential oils she makes, custom yoga pillows, and much more. She is a brilliant mind with an amazing vision. Take a look at her website for her services like personal yoga sessions, sacred space creation, graphic design, and more. Love working with this girl.
Upstate Roaming Co Collaboration | Part 2
Part two of the amazing time we had tearing it up in a Jeep and camping for 3 days.
Part two of the amazing time we had tearing it up in a Jeep and camping for 3 days.
Quick pit stop to enjoy nature
Always dreaming of the road and the wind in my hair
Appetizer course: Blistered Shisito peppers with sesame oil, lime juice and topped with nori salt.
Main course! (For Matt, no animals for me) Pot of clams with bacon, tomatoes, onions, parsley, and crispy crunchy bread.
After dinner adventures commence!!
Evening light portraiture
The site at dusk
Sipping on that evening drink
Evening walks and fires
Cranking up that smores game!
Fireside long exposures. We keep our site kind of clean?
How to relax: A Jaci and Matt Story
First attempt at doing a shot like this. Will be trying again next trip but I think this one is pretty great too!
Back on the road, headed home.
Upstate Roaming Co Collaboration
Over the past 3 days I was deep in the woods of Upstate NY working on a collaboration with Ashwinn Upstate Roaming Co. I discovered this amazing company by stumbling on their Instagram (@roamingconyc) after Ashwinn liked one of my images. We then built a bond over the outdoors and creating new imagery for this adventure company's website and social media.
Over the past 3 days I was deep in the woods of Upstate NY working on a collaboration with Ashwinn Upstate Roaming Co. I discovered this amazing company by stumbling on their Instagram (@roamingconyc) after Ashwinn liked one of my images. We then built a bond over the outdoors and creating new imagery for this adventure company's website and social media.
Ashwinn's Upstate Roaming Co is a very unique company. They straight up drop off a fully outfitted badass Jeep Wrangler right to your front door stocked with camping gear for up to 5 people. I mean, could you really ask for much else? From top of the line tents, sleeping pads and sleeping bags from Big Agnes to relaxing hammocks by Kammok. Ashwinn really thought of it all when packing up the Jeep, it's got all the cooking gear, first aid kit, even a deck of cards and all kinds of flash lights so you can explore at night. I had such a serene and stunning camping trip that was chocked full of food, bourbon, motoring, and relaxation. See for yourself in the images below what you can discover and experience with Ashwinn's Upstate Roaming Co!
Ashwinn dropping off the Jeep right in front of our apartment! And a view of the lake when we arrived at Cherry Plain State Park.
The gear all packed up by Ashwinn Upstate Roaming Co before we unloaded at the camp site
Awesome sleeping gear by Big Agnes. Green: Tent. Yellow: Sleeping pads. Gray: Sleeping bags
The big guy in front of our site
Woof! Look at that spread!! And there was MORE!
Tent set up, light rainbows, dog face!
Let the games begin...
Cooking some cheesy veggies with Lodge
Dinner coming together on night 1
In the works, I was super helpful by sitting down and drinking bourbon most of the time.
Ok I helped.
If this doesn't look good to you you're probably a psychopath. Roasted portabello burgers with Vermont white cheddar and roasted tomato with thyme on a foccacia roll. Side of cast iron broccolini with fingerling potatoes, more cheese, and chopped chilis.
My cooking champion on a little evening stroll by the lake.
So much praise to the moon and the stars!
Good morning day 2 and dirty hands
Wake up, shoes on, fire built, coffee and tea made.
Off the beaten path
Wishing I was back here gazing at these gorgeous mountains
Time to pack up for bed time. Long exposure.
Stay tuned for the rest of the images from the trip coming in tomorrow! It's the rest of day 2 and the morning of day 3!
Point Reyes, CA
Another day on the road meant another day with the wind tugging at my hair, the calming scent of the sea breeze, and the slight pain of not having cruise control. Driving to Point Reyes was another journey at left me in awe. Every turn a new sight to see, a new quirky town, or another giant towering Redwood tree. Once I arrived at Point Reyes, I happily had the beach to myself.
“A traveler without observation is a bird without wings.” - Moslih Eddin Saadi
Another day on the road meant another day with the wind tugging at my hair, the calming scent of the sea breeze, and the slight pain of not having cruise control. Driving to Point Reyes was another journey at left me in awe. Every turn a new sight to see, a new quirky town, or another giant towering Redwood tree. Once I arrived at Point Reyes, I happily had the beach to myself. I landed right around golden hour which as we all know, is totally amazing. I was welcomed by a few seals that quickly scurried back in to the water and to the distant barks of elk that were living on the preserve. I wish I could have spent more time on this beach, but driving down those crazy windy roads at night through the forest seemed like something to be saved for another day.
Pacific Coast Highway
As any traveler who has experienced even just a segment of the Pacific Coast Highway, one knows the true magic of those long winding roads. I spent only one day driving from San Fransisco to Big Sur and back. I was hoping to continue further but there was a bridge out and I had to turn back.
“The use of traveling is to regulate imagination by reality, and instead of thinking how things may be, to see them as they are.” - Samuel Johnson
As any traveler who has experienced even just a segment of the Pacific Coast Highway, one knows the true magic of those long winding roads. I spent only one day driving from San Fransisco to Big Sur and back. I was hoping to continue further but there was a bridge out and I had to turn back. The encapsulating mist from the ocean, the cool forest floor within the Redwoods, each part of the highway constantly changing. This little day trip has inspired another trip that will involve a few weeks, a boy, and a dog.
