Candid wedding portrait of couple holding hands in the Utah mountains at sunset, captured on film and digital for timeless, nostalgic photos.
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Whether you're planning a wedding, celebrating an engagement, or simply documenting this season of life together, photography is an investment in more than just images…it's your story, told with honesty, intention, and heart.

I offer a range of collections including weddings, elopements, engagements, family and couples sessions. Every offering is thoughtfully crafted to reflect who you are, with a documentary approach and cinematic touch. From the big moments to the in-between ones, I’m here to capture it all in a way that feels real, meaningful, and uniquely yours.

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Candid wedding portrait of couple holding hands in the Utah mountains at sunset, captured on film and digital for timeless, nostalgic photos.

  • Wedding Day Coverage
    Telling your story from the big “I do” to the little in-between moments.
    → Packages range from 4–10 hours. Collections starting at $3000

    Elopements & Intimate Weddings
    For celebrations under 50 guests — intimate, intentional, and full of meaning.
    → Starting at $2,800

    Engagement Session
    A relaxed, pressure-free session to celebrate your story and get comfortable in front of the camera.
    → 1 hour / 60+ hand-edited images. Starting at $400

    • Engagement Session
      A relaxed, fun session to capture your love just as it is—no pressure, no stiff posing.
      → 1 hour | 60+ hand-edited images.

    • Pricing starts at $400.

  • For the wildly in love, the sweet & silly, and everything in between.

    You don’t need a ring or a reason—just a connection worth celebrating. Couples sessions are all about capturing you two being you two. We’ll laugh, wander, dance a little, and I’ll be there to catch every honest, in-between moment.

    → 30 min - 2 hour sessions | 40-100+ edited images
    → Great for anniversaries, date nights, proposals, or just because

    Pricing starts at $250 - $650

  • Because these are the days you’ll want to remember.

    • Family Sessions
      Let’s chase light, laughter, and little feet. Real smiles, messy moments, and the love that lives in-between.
      → 1 hour | 60+ edited images

    • Maternity & Newborn
      Whether you're glowing or cuddling your brand-new babe, we’ll capture the tenderness of it all.
      → At home or outdoor sessions available
      → Bump-to-Baby packages available too

    • Milestones
      From cake smashes to cap tosses—let’s make it fun and unforgettable.
      → Custom themes, props welcome

      Pricing starts at $250 - $650

  • For lovers of timeless texture, soft tones, and the magic of analog.

    There’s something truly special about film—every frame is intentional, every photo a little piece of art. If you’re drawn to that nostalgic, dreamy feel, this one’s for you.

    • Available for couples, portraits, family, and weddings

    • Includes a mix of 35mm + medium format options

    • Film can be added to digital sessions or booked as a full analog experience

    → Scanned, lightly edited, high-res digital files included
    → Turnaround time slightly longer due to lab processing

    Let me know if you have a favorite film stock—I’m happy to customize!

  • Customize your session to make it exactly what you need.

    • Rush Delivery
      Need your photos ASAP? Get your full gallery delivered within 3–5 business days.

    • Heirloom Prints & Albums
      Fine-art prints and handcrafted albums that turn your session into something you can hold.
      → Album design service included

    • Film Add-On
      Add a roll (or two!) of film to any digital session for a soft, nostalgic vibe. Includes scanned high-res files.

    • Second Photographer
      Great for weddings or events where you want full coverage from multiple angles.

    • Location Scouting
      I’ll help find the perfect setting for your shoot—whether it’s an urban rooftop, golden field, or hidden forest. The best part, it’s free!

    • Outfit Styling Assistance
      Stuck on what to wear? I’ll help you build looks that photograph beautifully and feel like you. The best part? It’s free!

    • Travel Outside Local Area
      Love knows no zip codes—if you're outside my regular coverage zone, let’s talk travel!
      → Custom travel quotes available

    • Multiple Days of Coverage

      Because some stories can't be told in just one day.
      For wedding weekends, destination celebrations, or multi-event cultural traditions—this option allows you to be fully present while I document everything from start to finish.

      • Available for 2 to 4+ days of coverage (e.g. welcome dinner, rehearsal, ceremony, brunch, etc.)

      • Includes travel coordination, timeline planning, and personalized coverage for each day

      • Can be paired with both photo and camcorder coverage for a full storytelling package

      • Ideal for South Asian weddings, destination getaways, or events with multiple venues and moving parts

      Why clients love it: You get to relive the entire weekend—not just the ceremony. From quiet moments to wild dance floors, every part of your celebration matters.

    • Camcorder Coverage

      Old-school vibes, modern memories.
      Add that warm, nostalgic feeling with handheld camcorder footage from your session or event. This throwback-style video is perfect for couples who want something candid, fun, and completely different from traditional videography.

      • Shot on authentic vintage-style camcorders for that grainy, dreamy 90s/early-2000s feel

      • Includes raw clips or a lightly edited highlight reel (you choose!)

      • Perfect for weddings, elopements, proposals, or even just a day-in-the-life

      • Delivered as digital video files via private download link

      Why clients love it: It feels like a memory—raw, real, and full of character. A perfect emotional time capsule to pair with your polished photo gallery.

Contact me!
Candid wedding portrait of couple holding hands in the Utah mountains at sunset, captured on film and digital for timeless, nostalgic photos.

My approach is rooted in documentary photography…with a cinematic edge. I focus on real moments as they unfold, capturing the energy, emotion, and atmosphere of the day without interruption or forced poses. My goal is to tell the story exactly as it happened, but with an eye for beauty and narrative.

Every couple is different, and so is every story I tell. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all editing or cookie-cutter imagery. Instead, I adapt my tone and editing to reflect the mood, personality, and vibe of the people I'm photographing. Whether it's moody and dramatic or light and full of warmth, your gallery will feel like you…because it is.

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Meet Jesse -

Meet Jesse -

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- My Portfolio

- My Portfolio

A bride and groom sharing a kiss in front of a white house with Victorian architecture, surrounded by greenery.
A man and woman embracing outdoors during daytime with hills and greenery in the background.
Candid wedding portrait of couple holding hands in the Utah mountains at sunset, captured on film and digital for timeless, nostalgic photos.
Two people, one with gray hair and one with dark hair, walk along a winding dirt path through a lush green hillside with dense bushes and wildflowers.

Dreamy Destination Engagement Session in Big Sur, California

Misty Big Sur engagement session with a Utah-based destination photographer. Moody cliffs, romantic fog, and timeless coastal moments you’ll never forget.

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A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom holding hands and smiling, standing in front of a colorful mural of large flowers, with guests walking by in suits and dresses.
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Emily & Kevin’s Intimate Atlantic City Wedding at Cardinal Restaurant Destination Wedding

Emily & Kevin’s intimate wedding at Cardinal Restaurant in Atlantic City was full of style, emotion, and East Coast charm…captured by a Utah-based wedding photographer.

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Candid wedding portrait of couple holding hands in the Utah mountains at sunset, captured on film and digital for timeless, nostalgic photos.
  • Two people are walking in a wide open field with a hot air balloon in the background. The balloon has a colorful checkered pattern in shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and cream. The sky is overcast, and mountain ranges can be seen in the distant background.

    Jesse went above and beyond for our photography session, and I couldn’t be more grateful. From making the early morning drive out to Heber Valley, to flawlessly playing the role of an “undercover” photographer, and then being perfectly in position to capture the big moment—her dedication was truly above and beyond. This was a surprise proposal right before a hot air balloon lift-off, and we had only a brief window to get it right. Jesse absolutely nailed it. The results were stunning, and we were blown away not only by the quality of the photos but also by how quickly she delivered the full gallery. She has a true talent for capturing both the candid, raw emotions and the joyful posed moments. Jesse made both me and my now-fiancé feel completely at ease, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Her warmth, professionalism, and eye for detail made the entire process seamless and special. I’m already looking forward to working with Jesse again in the future. I would recommend her in a heartbeat—1000/10—for anyone looking for a photographer for surprise proposals, engagement sessions, weddings, or any special moment worth remembering.

    - Brian via google

  • A man and woman on a boat, surrounded by colorful flowers, sharing a tender moment on a lake with a cloudy sky in the background.

    “Jesse is seriously SO amazing. Our elopement photos came out better than I ever could’ve imagined, she captured the love between us in these photos more authentically than I can even express with words. She went out of her way to make our day perfect - including driving from 2 states away and squeezing us in to her schedule within 2 weeks of my wedding! If you are looking for a down to earth, funny, and truly talented photographer that you can trust - book with Authenica by Jesse Liz!!!!!”

    - Braidyn via google

  • A couple embracing outdoors with hills and greenery in the background.

    “Jesse was absolutely amazing to work with. My fiancé and I decided last minute we wanted to do engagement photos and she was super accommodating and made time for us almost immediately. I really get uncomfortable in front of the camera and was very nervous to have my photo taken but Jesse was incredibly kind, warm and made me feel so comfortable right away. We had such a fantastic experience working with her, she scouted all the planned locations ahead of time and was so prepared. And our photos came out amazing!! Jesse is an absolutely brilliant photographer and I cannot recommend her enough.”

    - Morgan via google

  • A man and woman embrace outdoors during sunset, with the man kissing the woman's forehead while she smiles with eyes closed.

    “We had a really great time with her our images are amazing so special to share out one year wedding anniversary with this gallary she killed it and gave up so many amazing images back."

    - A.J via google

  • A couple standing in a lake, kissing, with forested mountains and snow-capped peaks in the background.

    “We are so in love with our engagement photos! Jesse captured us beautifully. We are so thankful we chose her as our photographer. Her expertise is incomparable! She made the process easy, fun, and smooth. The moments captured were genuine, candid moments and that takes a true artist! Highly recommend!”

    - Tania via google

  • A couple sharing a kiss at their wedding reception, with the groom in a green vest and the bride with tattoos on her arm, embracing each other closely in a dimly lit venue.

    "We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Jess on our wedding day!!!!!! She truly listened to the vibe we wanted to capture in our photos, and brought that vision to life with such care and creativity. That said, we already loved her unique style going in, so we trusted her completely—and she absolutely delivered. Jess naturally fit in with our family and friends. She wasn’t just documenting the day; she became part of the joy of it. So many of our guests even commented on how lovely and easygoing she was. We’re so grateful to have had her as our photographer and will treasure these beautiful memories forever. We love you, Jess! -Love always, Emily & Kevin"

    - Emily & Kevin via google

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A dining room with large windows, a long table decorated with a floral centerpiece, surrounded by wooden chairs, in a bright, elegant space with ornate white walls and a fireplace.
A bride and groom sitting inside a vehicle, the bride smiling and looking out the window, the groom dressed in a tuxedo, during what appears to be a wedding celebration at dusk.
A man and woman share a kiss in a swimming pool, holding each other closely.
A bride and groom in an ornate, vintage-style bathroom, the bride in a strapless wedding gown holding a bouquet of flowers, and the groom gently touching her face, with a large round mirror and vintage decor behind them.
A black-and-white photograph of a couple kissing in a vintage, ornate frame, with the reflection seen in a mirror, showing intricate decorations and paintings in the background.
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A bride and groom embrace in a wedding pose inside a room with a fireplace and large window. The bride is in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a dark suit.
Elegant dining room with large windows, ornate wall details, a chandelier, and a long table decorated with a large floral arrangement.
Elegant dining room with large windows, ornate white walls, a long table with a floral centerpiece, chairs, and a vintage chandelier.
Elegant room with large windows, ornate walls, a table set for a formal event, and a large floral arrangement with roses, hydrangeas, and other flowers.
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A bride and groom sharing a toast at their wedding reception, smiling at each other inside a venue with large windows and a chandelier overhead.
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A newlywed couple stands on the steps of a historic mansion, surrounded by colorful flowers, during their wedding.
A bride and groom standing on the steps of a historic building decorated with flowers, bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet, groom in a green suit, with floral arrangements and lion statues nearby.
A couple in wedding attire embracing and smiling inside a decorated room, with a fireplace and a large window in the background.
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A black and white photo of an elegant house with a terrace, tall windows, and ornate architectural details. Transparent chairs are stacked outdoors near a reflective surface, with flowers and a tall tree in the background.
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