DARINGLY DIFFERENT

ABOUT JESS

Hello! My name is Jess Ballerstein (she/her). I’m a queer, Haitian-American photographer, traveler, yogi, foodie, and content creator. My love for photography began when I first immigrated to the States. The family that welcomed me into their home introduced me to the magic of capturing moments—how you can freeze time, tell a story, and evoke emotion through a single frame.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with global brands and small boutiques, helping them boost their visibility in an authentic and organic way. Whether you have a product, an idea, or the dream wedding of your life, I’m here to bring your vision to life with artistry and care.

When I’m not behind the lens, I’m a passionate yogi, hiker, and avid traveler, having explored 18 countries and counting. As a food lover and proud dog mom of two, I always seek to capture the essence of life's most vibrant moments.

What’s the secret sauce?

Energy and atmosphere are the invisible threads that tie an image to its viewer. In Southern California, where the vibe is as important as the view. The images are not just seen; they are felt, conveying the atmosphere of the moment, be it the relaxed air of a beachside shoot or the dynamic pulse of an urban fashion show.

  • All I have to say is.... JESS IS A VIBE. Something about her, you instantly feel calm and confident and I attribute it to her talent of creating a wonderful space and then artistically capturing it.

    JANE L.

  • I know it might be cliche to always rate 5 stars, but Jess' work is anything but cliche. Seriously, the recommendation for Jess and photography couldn't be high enough.

    ANDREW G.

  • Jess completely changed the trajectory of my business with her gorgeous product and lifestyle photography. She is obviously talented but the root of her success in my opinion is her creativity and her eye.

    HEIDI L.

  • I've had many photoshoots of this kind for my business and have never gotten results that feel so aligned and authentic to who I actually am AND we had a lot of fun doing it too!

    KRISTINA F.

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