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Jayme S.
Elgin, IL
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4.0
16 Years of experience

I am self-taught, practicing for well over 10 years. Each client that I have worked with has left me with valuable lessons which I draw from with every new client in which I collaborate. I want to work with you to create an experience and a product that we can all be proud of. I take pride in image quality and strive to create my own unique brand of storytelling through my imagery, while still meeting all of your needs and desires.


I enjoy telling stories and capturing moments that are often missed or dismissed. I strive to capture that single decisive moment. I cherish the collaborative partnership with my clients, especially the enjoyment that I see when we've created magic together.


In my portrait sessions, my goal is to connect with my client. To share conversation and stories. It makes for more honest expressions in a more relaxed atmosphere. That type of image is always a truer representation of you are.

Awards, honors and recognition

Member of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), Sports images published in CBS Sports and USA Today publications, Lifetouch 2012 Judge's Award of Merit for Portrait Excellence, Best in Show Runner Up - Harvard Hot Air Balloon Festival 2017

A fun fact about me

I have practiced classical ballet since I was 10 years old - and still currently dance and perform. I have intentions of completing a long-distance thru-hike in the next few years.

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Equipment & Languages

Languages Spoken:

English

Camera:

(2) Canon 7D Mark II bodies

Lenses:

Canon 70-200mm f2.8, Canon 24-70mm f2.8, Tokina 11-16mm f2.8, Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3

I am good with…

Capturing Emotions

Capturing Atmosphere

Candid Moments

My Portfolio Select a shoot type to preview more photos.

Family

12 photos

Headshots

10 photos

Children

13 photos

Residential Real Estate

10 photos

Party

17 photos

Senior

10 photos

Maternity

11 photos

Team & Individual

21 photos

Dance

11 photos

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4.0

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