— DEREK & JESSI —

We're thrilled that you're considering us to be a part of your special moments. The opportunity to capture your unique experiences is a privilege we deeply appreciate. Your stories inspire us and give us a sense of purpose.

We are a photographer duo adventuring together in Upstate New York. We love the mountains, hiking, snowboarding, and fishing. We equally enjoy city life, and we love that Rochester has easy access to both nature and the city. It's one of our favorite parts about living here!

We love to watch comedies together and eat our body weight in Thai food when we order it. When we aren't busy, we love spending time with our families and traveling. 99% of the time, we are laughing or playing jokes on one another and only take life seriously when we absolutely need to. We have a bond that's been going on for 6 years, and life keeps getting better. 

We're truly grateful for the opportunity to do what we love together. We're eagerly looking forward to sharing our journey with you, capturing your special moments and creating lasting memories.

— JESSI —

I'm a wedding, family, and food photographer passionate about capturing genuine, authentic moments. My degree in digital photography has given me the technical skills to back up my passions. Whether it's the joy of a wedding day, the warmth of family moments, or the delicious details of a beautifully plated dish, I focus on telling stories.

I'm also working on my master's in computer science to push the boundaries of digital creation. Blending my passion for photography with technology, I'm always exploring new ways to elevate my work and create something unique. When I'm not behind the camera or coding, you'll probably find me gaming, cooking, or lost in a good book.

— DEREK —

Ever since I was a kid, I've been all about pushing the limits—sometimes literally. I snowboarded off my parents' roof to see if I could stick the landing (spoiler: I didn't). Snowboarding will always be my first love, but I've picked up a few other hobbies, like skateboarding, basketball, surfing, traveling, and cultivating cannabis. Jess swears I have a natural green thumb—probably because every plant in the house would be toast without me.

I'm beyond excited to capture weddings alongside her when I'm not being Jessi's personal comedic act. From signing the contract to preserving those once-in-a-lifetime moments, it's all part of the adventure for me. I grew up in Seattle, and I look forward to bringing a little Northwest charm to every event we shoot, rain or shine.