lake country photography



FAMILY • Seniors • Newborn • maternity


Waukesha, Wisconsin and surrounding areas

My philosophy

a refined approach to meaningful photography

Senior session at Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha. Long-haired blonde teen captured in warm, glow, and heartfelt outdoor photography.
High school senior at Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha. Curly-haired teen with bright eyes, sunlight filtering through the trees, natural port

I believe photography is about more than pretty pictures-it's about connection, comfort and preserving the moments that matter most.  My goal is to create a relaxed, welcoming experience where you can be yourself  and simply enjoy the moment.  I focus on genuine emotion over perfection, guiding you when needed while allowing real interactions to unfold naturally.  These photographs are meant to be felt years from now, telling your family's story exactly as it is-full of love, laughter and life.  

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High school senior at Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha. Curly-haired teen with bright eyes, sunlight filtering through the trees, natural port
Concordia University senior photography. Teen boy with football on fire, creating dramatic, edgy, and unforgettable high school portraits.
Senior session at Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha. Long-haired blonde teen captured in warm, moody, and heartfelt outdoor photography.
High school senior in Greenfield Park, West Allis, WI. Red-haired teen during golden hour captured in vibrant, cinematic outdoor portrait.
Teen boy high school senior at Frame Park, Waukesha, WI. Golden hour portrait with glasses, warm sunlight, and scenic tree background.
Fall family session at Fowler Lake Park, Oconomowoc. Vibrant, joyful portraits of a family of 5, all smiling, captured in warm outdoor light
Waukesha studio family photography. Elegant, sharp image of three family members in a comfortable, relaxed session full of warmth.
Husband and wife fall session in Menomonee Park, WI. Romantic, heartfelt outdoor portraits with golden autumn light and warm tones.
Mother and two kids in a sunny fall field at Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha. Heartfelt, colorful, and natural family photography.
Hartland senior photography. Teen sitting outdoors in a field near trees, creating relaxed, elegant, and heartfelt portraits.
Whitefish Bay senior photography by Lake Michigan. Teen in a green dress on rocks, with wind-blown hair, creating moody, natural portraits.
Waukesha outdoor portrait of a blonde-haired girl at Menomonee Park. Heartfelt, golden-hour photography capturing childhood beauty.
Milk bath outdoor photography session. Waukesha Wisconsin. Baby is smiling and comfortable with the natural oils and calming surroundings
Waukesha winter teen photography. Urban downtown session capturing teens with style, personality, and a dramatic city backdrop.
Waukesha newborn portrait at Lake Country Photography. Sleeping baby with crown, creating warm, heartwarming, and timeless imagery.
Couples session at Menomonee Park, Waukesha. Husband and wife sharing a tender moment, captured in warm, romantic, timeless portraits.

Testimonials

We visited for a newborn photo session, and the entire experience was wonderful from start to finish. The studio setup was adorable, cozy, and thoughtfully arranged. Jen was absolutely amazing. She handled our newborn with such gentle care and had a natural talent for capturing sweet moments even though our little one stayed awake for most of the session. She reassured us throughout the process and never made us feel rushed, letting us know that going over our scheduled time was completely okay. We are very happy with how the photos turned out. Highly recommend!

pangchay

Jen was an absolute pleasure to work with. She made our family session fun and relaxing, and even kept the kids entertained and engaged. Our photos turned out amazing and are some of the best keepsake memories we have to date. We recommend Jen to anyone who is looking for a photographer in the Lake Country area!

natalie

I am so pleased with the way my son's senior photos turned out! Jen was fantastic to work with...she was timely, open to capturing the simplicity of my son, and had a great vision. I am so grateful and will definitely use her again in the future. Jen- thanks for capturing this special time in his life...we appreciate you!!

nikki

Testimonials

Jen does an amazing job! She was fantastic at capturing our mommy and me photos! She truly wants to know her clients!! I was very worried about how my daughter would be… but she captured her personality perfectly and she was very good at making my daughter comfortable and engaged! Highly recommend!!!

ashley

I had a fantastic experience with Lake Country Photography! Jen did an amazing job from start to finish. Her communication leading up to the session was super smooth—she really listened to what I was looking for and offered great ideas and suggestions. The photo shoot itself was such a great experience! Jen was so easygoing and made the whole process fun and relaxed. The photos turned out beautifully, and I couldn't be happier. I’m already looking forward to working with Lake Country Photography again in the future!

chrissy

We got newborn photos with a few family pictures as well. Jen has a beautiful way of capturing every personality in our family of five and my toddler warmed up to her immediately(he’s usually pretty shy)! Definitely recommend her and will be booking again in the future ♥️

michael

Testimonials

We haven’t had family pictures taken in 8 years and Jen absolutely outdid herself!! She captured our kids personalities so well and took the best photos of them! She picked a great location as I had no idea where to go and was so easy to work with! I highly recommend Jen and Lake Country Photography and will definitely be reaching out for future family photos!

kristen

Our experience with Jen and Lake Country Photography was nothing short of INCREDIBLE. She took the time to get to know our family and got some amazing staged, and candid photos. The final album turned out perfect. We can not wait to get the pictures printed and hung proudly in our new home. We will be hiring her again during the holidays for more family photos, and I'll be working with Lake Country Photography for some projects at my company. If you are looking for beautiful and timeless photos of you, your family, or your team, contact Lake Country Photography today!

michael

So happy with our experience with Jennifer! She came in with a plan for our maternity photos and she delivered. It was so easy to work with her and we’re obsessed with the photos. Our family and friends also love them! Thank you Jennifer 😊

christie

Romantic moment of a couple in Retzer Park, Waukesha. Timeless, heartwarming photography that celebrates connection and joy.

 

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i look forward to connecting with you, learning more about your story and capturing memories that will last a lifetime.

 

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