Jenn Hoffmann Photography

What to Wear: Senior Girl Style (with shoppable links)

February 14, 2026

You've booked your session and chosen your location.... now you need to pick your outfits (shop my suggestions HERE)! This is the FUN part!For a standard 1 hour session, I suggest choosing 2-3 outfits for girls...1. Something fun and casual2. A dressier option 3. Something that highlights your college choice, personality or hobby! (think college shirt, letterman jacket, a piece of sports equipment or instrument!)So it could look like:- jeans/top combo, white dress/boots and ...

Holiday Gift Giving in 2025

October 28, 2025

As a family photographer, I might be a little biased—but I truly believe the best gift you can give is the gift of a photo session. Whether it’s freezing a moment in time with your growing kids, capturing the sweet chaos of siblings home for the holidays, or celebrating a new season of life (college, engagements, or even just because!), photos are gifts that only become more valuable with time.They don’t get lost in the shuffle or forgotten in a drawer—they hang on ...

Class of 2025 Seniors

August 28, 2024

"25"..... seemed like it was so far in to the future and now it is HERE. Class of 2025- you are special to me as I have one of my own. I know many of you and have seen you grow since Kindergarten (and younger!)!Since I am along this journey with you this year, I've had many questions asked of me so I thought it would be a good idea to just write it all out so that not only your class benefits but also those that follow. First... when should I book my Senior ...

Gifts for Those Who Like to Take Pictures

November 17, 2021

Not sure what to buy that person who takes all the photos in your life(your Dad, significant other, etc)? Or are YOU the photographer and need to drop hints to your family? I have FIVE GREAT GIFT IDEAS that you will love to use!-I've tried a lot of different calendars and organizational products in my time.... everything from the digital calendar on my phone, large paper calendar on my desk with lots of sticky notes everywhere, big white board calendar BUT nothing ...

How to Prepare for a Fire: Protect Your Memories!

August 16, 2021

Having lived in California all of my life (with the exception of college), I have learned to live with the elements the different seasons bring. We have always been short on rainfall and even grew up on the saying "If it's yellow let it mellow, if it's brown flush it down" when the drought seasons were especially bad.However, now that the drought is at an all time high- a new season has emerged in California in the last few years.... "fire season". And it's devastating.Not only ...

July Styling Inspiration

July 16, 2021

How much do you LOVE this dress!?!?! I have added it to my Client Closet as an option (size Medium) for Mamas to wear (and is also Maternity friendly!). Look how great it coordinates with the little girl's and little boy's outfits! Notice how the color palette compliments each other but is not "matchy matchy"? Want to purchase it on your own? Here are the links (these will surely sell out fast!)-Mama DressGirl DressBoy ShirtBoy Pants

10 Father's Day Gift Ideas

June 10, 2021

Who needs some ideas for Father's Day!?! Here are 10 gift ideas for any Dad!1. This awesome Photo KeyChain is made of natural cowhide leather with stainless steel insert and is perfect for ANY Dad or Grandpa! Packed in an elegant box.Your chosen favorite photo can be put into the stainless steel insert, making a gift that can be taken wherever you go! Personalized birthday present for father, grandad, husband or hard-to-buy-for man.2. Who has a father with a sense of ...

What to Wear to Your Mama Love Mini Session

April 13, 2021

Not sure what to wear for your Mama Love Mini Session? Easy! I am here to help! Here are three tips to help you plan...1. First, included in the purchase of your session is a complimentary digital styling service. The digital stylist will show you real outfits in real time for everyone in the session according to the color schemes and "vibe" you choose in a questionnaire. You can then choose what you want to purchase and what you can use ...

Mama Love Mini Sessions + GIVEAWAY

April 8, 2021

Mama Love Mini Sessions are here! Don't delay..... book your special session today!When was the last time YOU jumped in a picture with your children?!?! I'm guessing it has been way too long! Usually we have so many excuses for ourselves... we are the ones BEHIND the camera, we want to lose a few pounds, get our hair colored (i.e. fix those greys), or just don't see the importance. But let me tell you, those pictures of you and your children are for THEM even more than ...

Five Reasons to Book a Spring Photo Session

February 19, 2021

As a Bay Area Family Photographer, my "busy season" is September through December. This is because people typically associate that time of year with the best time to have photos taken for their Holiday cards. But I'm here to tell you that the Fall is not your only option...... in fact, some of my favorite images have been taken in the Spring! Why? I'll tell you....1. The Spring time here in the Bay area is filled with COLOR! The hills are covered in green and ...