Meet Jacob
Chasing the Real, Beautiful, and Unexpected Since 2010.
Every day, I feel incredibly grateful to do what I love for a living - and it’s all thanks to the amazing couples who trust me with their stories.
I believe the most powerful images come from trust and ease. Through a highly intentional, experience-driven approach, I create space for my couples to feel comfortable, confident, and completely themselves. Backed by years of experience, I know how to anticipate moments, direct with clarity, and deliver exceptional, natural imagery—so you can enjoy your wedding knowing you are in expert hands.
“If there were 10 stars, I'd give 10.
If you're looking for beautiful, artistic, not-your-average-wedding-photos, go with Jake. I seriously cannot recommend him enough”
-Jamie & Ryan
My Life On The Other Side Of The Camera…
The Great Stuff…
Years married: 11
Wedding Location: Lands End. San Francisco
Honeymoon: Sicily
Dogs’ names: Hank & Murphy
Neighborhoods lived in: Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, Andersonville
Activities we love: Traveling, Cycling, Baseball Games & Food!
Dream vacation: Japan
The Good Stuff…
Places lived: Chicago, Colorado, San Francisco
Years in business: 16
Years in the wedding industry: 20 (!!!)
Number of times published: 100
Photography Education: MFA from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco
The Favorite Stuff…
Favorite activities: Photography, Music, Drawing, Cycling
Favorite bar: Hopleaf
Favorite restaurant: Bavette’s
Favorite Craft Beer or Cocktail: Red Wine!!!
Favorite pizzeria: Pizza Matta (It seems to change every month, tho)
Favorite wake-up time: 5am (Don’t knock it, till you try it!)
Favorite City: Paris
Let’s Work Together!
“Jake was truly one of the best choices we made for our wedding.
Several of our vendors were thrilled when we told them that Jake was our photographer - he’s just that great!
Our wedding photos are truly the most stunning, emotional, heartfelt, and fun photos I’ve ever seen. Jake captured all the sweet, sad, funny, and loving moments and we could not have asked for a better person to memorialize our wedding. ”
-Karina & Florian
What Grounds My Work…
The way I live is the way I work — with care, intention, and deep respect for people and the world around us.
The Environment – As a member of the SUSTAINABLE EVENTS COLLECTIVE in Chicago, I’m committed to responsible practices that honor both your celebration and the world around us. I believe in leaving things better than I found them.
Animals – A lifelong animal lover and PAWS Chicago volunteer, compassion is simply part of how I move through life — and how I care for my couples.
Giving Everyone a Chance – Through my involvement with the annual WISH UPON A WEDDING gala, I support the belief that every couple deserves the opportunity to have their love celebrated with dignity and beauty.
JPP Studios is a proud member of the Illinois Green Business Association. As a small wedding photography business rooted in Chicago, we strive to operate sustainably by minimizing waste, reducing our carbon footprint, and partnering with like-minded vendors. Through thoughtful choices and innovative practices, we aim to deliver exceptional photography services that reflect not only your story but also our shared responsibility to care for the environment. Together, let's create timeless memories while honoring the world we call home.