Hi, I am Jessica

the gal behind freckled fern

Photography started for me in 2016 with a gift and a newborn. After being given my first camera, I spent my days documenting every tiny detail of my son, the way his tiny toes stuck through his favorite knitted blanket, the tiny fingernails on his hands as I held them with my own, the way his blue eyes lit up and you could feel the pure joy emanating from him. His presence was pure magic, and I wanted to remember it all. What began as a hobby quickly turned into a deep-seated passion, and I was filled with a hope to give to others what had been given to me. An ability to time travel back to the moments we don't want to forget. A legacy of preserved memories.

Freckled Fern is a reflection of that mission. I don't just take photos, I document stories. I am here to tell your story through imagery that feels as honest as it does beautiful. 

When I'm not photographing something, you can usually find me with an iced coffee in hand (even in the middle of winter). I am a firm believer in the beauty of the outdoors, often spending my free time hiking, or exploring the windswept shores of Lake Michigan. I am also a lover of thrifting, creating, painting, and decorating my home.


I am so glad you're here.

 

"take notice of what light does - to everything."