Meet Jesse

Hi, my name is Jesse!

The desire to photograph maternity and newborns began from a place of deep regret. During my own pregnancies, a mix of hormones, low energy, and wavering confidence kept me from documenting those sacred moments. I wish more than anything that I had those images now, images that honor the strength, beauty, and transformation of motherhood.

That regret became my purpose. Today, I create what I wish I had for myself. Consider this your gentle nudge: you deserve the photos. Your children, and their children, deserve this legacy. As a wife and mother of two daughters, I’ve stood exactly where you are, and I’m here to make this experience feel supportive, effortless, and empowering. If you are searching for the right photographer, my friend… you’ve found her.

I launched my business in August of 2014 with a dream of building a studio space that felt both peaceful and inspiring. After six beautiful years in the West Bottoms, I found my forever home in the historic River Market. Flooded with natural light, the studio is the intimate, airy space I had envisioned for so long—perfect for refined maternity portraits and timeless, family-centered newborn sessions.

Over the years, my dedication to intimate maternity and newborn photography has led me to become the highest-rated 5-star Google review maternity and newborn photographer in Kansas City. My work is known for its blend of organic lifestyle moments and polished posing, creating images that feel honest, emotional, and deeply connected.

While titles such as “world-renowned” and “award-winning” mean so much, the greatest honor of all has been serving as a mentor and educator. For nearly a decade, I’ve helped photographers elevate their artistry and build thriving, heart-led businesses through my workshops and educational programs.

Photographs are priceless, they connect us to our past, preserve our legacy, and allow us to relive moments we never want to forget. If you think photos aren’t important, just wait until they’re all you have left.

It would be my absolute honor to document your life’s most meaningful season.