Hi, I'm Jess — the photographer behind Salt Studios. I still pinch myself every day that I get to step into someone's story: a family's chaos and love, a couple's wedding day, the quiet pride of a small business owner who built something from scratch. Being trusted with those moments never gets old.
As a photographer, I'm part documentarian, part guide, part hopeless enthusiast — and wholly an artist. That mix comes from my fine art photography degree from Bard College in New York's Hudson Valley, and it's shaped every frame I've shot since. These days I'm based in Midcoast Maine, photographing families, weddings, and brands across the state.
For families, my goal is simple: to capture who you actually are, not a stiff, posed version of you. Real laughter, real closeness, real you — just beautifully framed.
For couples, whether you're planning a traditional affair or something entirely your own, I'm drawn to pairs who lead with love over logistics — the ones who care most about how the day feels. Down-to-earth, kind, all-in on each other. If that's you, we're definitely going to get along.
For business owners, I bring the same eye to your brand — because I believe the grit and heart behind a small business deserves to be seen clearly.
However you found me, I'm really glad you did.