Love and valentines are in the air! Since love is my favorite thing to photograph, I've decided to hold a contest called "see your love." Tell me who you are, who or what you are in love with, and how you want to see your love in pictures photographed by me. I will choose my favorite submission and shoot it for FREE! Do me a favor--don't send me a pinterest board of shots you want me to copy. Tell me your story, and then let me retell it. I'm hoping for authenticity as well as a creative collaboration. The contest is open to anyone, but if you or your idea aren't local (SF bay area) then travel fees will apply. To enter the contest, first "like" Jen J photography on Facebook (just so we can be friends!) and then send me a message with your idea. If you're not on Facebook, then email me at jennjacob@gmail.com . I can't wait to hear from you!

As wedding season approaches I'd love to add some nuptials to my shooting calendar in 2014. If you know of anyone getting married, I would so appreciate your referral. If a bride you refer books with me, I will give you a free portrait session! You can read about my wedding work here.

Maybe you didn't get around to getting family photos last year...why not get a head start this year? Or surprise your sweetheart with the gift of photography--plan a fun date and invite me along to capture it! Maybe you could use an updated head shot. If you book your session by February 14th, you'll get $50 off your session fee. Repeat: no need to complete your session by V-day, just get it on the books.