Studio Photography

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Happy Birthday to my Studio! I can’t believe it’s already been a full year since I opened the doors to my downtown Martinez studio! To celebrate, I threw the happiest little party I could imagine—confetti mini sessions—and I’m still riding that celebratory high. If you’ve been following along, you know I’m all about capturing authentic […]

Studio Photography

May 6

Confetti Mini Sessions | Martinez, CA

100 Days baby at studio photo shoot session

Many cultures celebrate baby’s 100th day, and photo shoot to commemorate the day is such a fun add on! As Walnut Creek is such a culturally diverse area, I’ve been honored to photograph many 100 days sessions. How do you photograph a 100 days baby? I often get asked logistically how these work. 100 days […]

Family Photography, Newborn Photography, Studio Photography

May 17, 2024

100 Days Photos | Walnut Creek, CA

While most of my cake smash sessions happen in my studio in Downtown Martinez, some families opt to have these milestone sessions in their own home. When doing this, it’s common to add this on to coverage of baby’s first birthday party. Why Choose an In Home First Birthday Cake Smash? While there are many […]

Family Photography, Studio Photography

Apr 30

First Birthday & Cake Smash Photos | Lafayette, CA

first birthday decorations prior to a cake smash session
girl in flower crown smiling

I’m so excited to have you in my studio for your up coming photography session! Getting to the Studio My studio is in downtown Martinez above Luigi’s Deli at the cross roads of Main Street and Castro Street. Navigate to 535 Main Street, Martinez 94553 The entrance will be off of Castro Street, right next […]

Studio Photography

April 29, 2024

Getting to Jenn Chen Studios

Cake smash photo sessions are quick, easy and tons of fun! When booking your photo session, you’ll have the choice to have them done in my studio in Downtown Martinez. There are a few things to consider for each, so I’ll go over a few details! Studio Cake Smash Photos Cake Smash Clean Up The […]

Family Photography, Newborn Photography, Studio Photography

Apr 28

Cake Smash Photos – Walnut Creek

girl in flower crown looking at camera

What ages work for portrait sessions? I have babies and children from 6 months and up in my studio for these fun portrait sessions. My passion is working one on one with children and getting them to have fun during there photoshoot! Is my kid too shy or too energetic? Absolutely not! For babies and […]

Family Photography, Studio Photography

April 12, 2024

Children’s Portraits in Martinez

If you’ve followed my journey, it’s no surprise that I’ve been busy with my new Martinez Photography Studio! I had the special honor of taking special first communion photos for a local family last week! If you are planning to use your children’s studio portrait session for first communion photos, please make sure to let […]

Family Photography, Studio Photography

Apr 2

First Communion Photos – Walnut Creek

boy in white suit holding his jacket over his shoulder
baby boy smiling during his photography session

I’m so happy to announce my new photography studio is now open in Martinez! My studio is currently set up for children’s portraits and newborn sessions, but more is coming! The studio is located at 535 Main Street, Martinez, CA. What Type of Photography Studio? For the time being, the studio will be focusing on […]

Newborn Photography, Studio Photography

February 17, 2024

A New Martinez Photography Studio!