About ME

Thank you for stopping by!

I'm Jen of Jen Light Photography and created my little empire 10 years ago.

I grew up in Port Huron, Michigan and moved to Grand Rapids for college in 1999.  After earning my Secondary Teaching degree, I decided I was still missing a creative outlet.  I went back to get my Master's degree and picked up my camera. I was blessed with an instant community of friends that became clients and then clients who quickly became friends.

My style is fresh, organic, and focuses on real life moments in natural lighting and genuine laughter.  A photography session with me is more of an adventure in which you get to be you and I capture the authenticity of your loved ones and the life you are living.

I have 4 children of my own and I truly honor the different personalities and dynamics of a family and specifically, a blended family.

Let me embrace you, in whatever stage of life you are in, and document the moments that are all too fleeting.  

Why I Do It

I honestly couldn’t imagine doing anything else! I have been shooting weddings for over 10 years and still get nervous/excited/crazy emotional every time I shoot a wedding. I love documenting a wedding day, a couple in love, and new family additions. I’ve watched many of my couples go from their time of engagement, to husband+wife, to a family of 3, 4, and more. It’s a blessing beyond measure to be included in these moments and to give back with pretty pictures to treasure.