Black and white photo of a modern curved building with large glass windows surrounded by lush trees.
Black and white photo of a modernist building with curved roof, large glass windows, and a tree in the background.

The

Couple Behind

The Lens

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Person performing a high kick in snowy winter landscape with bare trees in background.

Hello, We're Eljay & Jennifer



We’re a husband‑and‑wife team originally from the Philippines, now building our life, our family, and our creative work here in Chicago. We got married in 2021 — a pandemic wedding that showed us firsthand how meaningful, emotional, and intimate a wedding day can be, even when the world feels uncertain. Maybe that’s why we’re so drawn to documenting the real stuff: the honest moments, the quiet in‑betweens, the imperfect magic that makes a day unforgettable.


Today, we share our life with our son, Luca, who has completely changed the way we see the world. Parenthood has made us even more aware of how quickly time moves and how important it is to preserve the moments that matter — the small gestures, the laughter, the atmosphere of a day you never want to forget.

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Our Approach


A calm, guided, effortless experience

We’re not just photographers—we’re storytellers. As a husband and wife team, we notice the details that make each story unique: the fleeting expressions, the energy between two people, and the moments that give a day its character.


Our approach is rooted in ease and honesty. From the moment we connect, my focus is on creating a space where you feel seen and supported. I offer gentle direction when needed, but I'm most inspired by the natural rhythm of your day - the emotion, the movement, the quiet pauses.


Your gallery is curated with intention. My goal is for you to relive the emotion, the atmosphere, and the people who shaped your day—not just the timeline, but the feeling of it all.

Our Life Outside Work

Couple embracing near large windows with lush green mountain views in a bright modern space.
Couple in wedding attire sitting on terracotta steps, bride in white gown, groom in plaid suit, romantic pose.
A couple walks hand in hand along a garden path surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
A couple in wedding attire embraces outdoors, bride in white lace gown and groom in blue suit, sharing a romantic moment.
A couple shares a romantic kiss in wedding attire surrounded by bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits.
Stunning wedding venue with golden floral arches, chandelier reflections, and dramatic light rays creating a magical symmetrical scene.
Couple dancing at elegant wedding reception with crystal chandeliers, dramatic lighting, and white floral arrangements lining the aisle.
A mother joyfully lifts her laughing baby in a sunlit forest surrounded by tall pine trees.
A young Asian family sits on a white blanket in a green park, smiling and playing with their baby.
Diverse group of elegantly dressed guests raising champagne glasses in a toast at a formal dinner party.

We're just as excited for your wedding day as you are.

Bride and bridesmaids in sage green dresses holding colorful wildflower bouquets with orange, pink, and white blooms.
Can't wait to hear your story and start planning your day
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