More About Me:

My name is Jesse Leon, and I’m originally from Woodstock, Illinois. Growing up, I always loved movies, but I never imagined becoming a filmmaker myself. That changed during my sophomore year of high school when I took a multimedia production class and discovered my passion for working with cameras. I loved filming as a way to document the world around me.

Through both filmmaking and photography, I’ve learned the importance of capturing the moments that define our lives—the celebrations, the milestones, the love we share. These memories, preserved through a photograph or a film, can live on forever. That’s what draws me so deeply to these art forms: their power to tell human stories and preserve them for generations to come.

My style focuses primarily on natural light and lifestyle-driven imagery rather than traditional studio work. I aim to create authentic, dynamic portraits that feel both polished and natural. Doing portraits outdoors not only gives us more space to work with and have a variety in backgrounds for photos/videos, but also allows us to get comfortable and not be intimidated by big setups.