Jake Koteen

When I was in high school, I fell in love with photography for its magical qualities. I love how each person can photograph the same thing and create something entirely different. Capturing moments on film, then mixing chemicals in the darkroom, and watching my visions come to life hooked me from the beginning. Though I traded the darkroom processing for computer processing, I did not let go of my passion. My camera has taken me on many adventures over the years from the West Coast, to Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, South and Central America, Canda, and all over the United States. For me, it’s finding inspiring and new locations for photo shoots that gets me excited. I love to explore. You could call me an outdoor cat. I will always find any excuse to be outside and in motion, regardless of the weather, and I love a good adventure. My enthusiasm for trail running and hiking constantly fuels my hunt for inspiring photo shoot locations. I love discerning the unique features of the landscape and watching how natural light dances across the canvas.   When I put the camera down, you’ll find me hanging with Jess and our three girls, and hopefully outside participating in one of my favorite sports: running, hiking, skiing, disc golf, pickleball, paddleboarding, and camping.

 

Jess KOteen

 

 

I'm the kinda girl that loves a good party and chance to go to one. I'm excited to meet new people and families and help preserve lasting memories for them. Hashing out details and   work with your visions and timeline is where I thrive.

My happy place is almost anywhere near an ocean and wouldn't complain if a lobster was plated in front of me. My passion for home decor and spatial planning has me currently learning away in Fairfield University's Interior Design Masters Program. I also do part time/full time work with 2-4-1 Care, a non-profit based in Hartford, CT that promotes getting kids out to play.

 

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“You and Jake were AWESOME! Truly, you made everything so easy and comfortable! And you were more than kind and thoughtful with our new step grandson! I was having heartburn when I saw you let him use your camera!!!! :-)   The pictures look amazing! Thank you for sharing!   We had heard great things about you both from guests and if you ever need a reference or if there is somewhere I could post something regarding your amazing ability please let me know!   Thanks to you and Jake again for making our day so special!”

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“Hi Jess and Jake - THANK YOU!!!  We are thrilled with how the photos came out! The light was perfect!   The setting was exactly what we were envisioning. The ones of the boys are just too, too cute! And we're not so bad either:). Thank you for helping us celebrate our anniversary in such a fun and special way:).”

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Thank you so much for making everything so fun, for your flexibility, openness to all ideas and help in making everything run so seamlessly!   WE had so much fun that weekend and know we will always be able to remember it thanks to your wonderful photos.”

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“You two were such a pleasure to work with from the engagement shoot to the wedding.   You did an amazing job.   You made us feel so comfortable from the start!   The pictures came our so beautiful and we loved your creativity.   Thank you so much.”

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“I just wanted to thank you both SO much for the amazing photos you took at our wedding. You somehow managed to capture everyone in their best light - the images you took when no one was looking are amazing, and I can't tell you how much joy it brings me to revisit that night. It definitely puts things in perspective, so thank you!!” 

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“Thank you for the family photo and for all the beautiful images you and Jake captured!  Colleen has shared them with us. Your work is top notch and you captured some really great moments as well as great family portraits of all the families and bridal party. What a fun day and thank you so much for being such an important part of it and capturing so many great shots. Such a pleasure to have you both and we will recommend you to anyone looking for a photographer.” 

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“Thanks! You guys are so quick! The pictures are amazing! You and Jake are awesome and we really appreciate the time you took with us!  Thank you for being so awesome with our son.  He had a great time with you and hopes you can take our pictures again.”

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