hi, i'm jerris.
I am a photographer born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I've been taking photos since I was 17 years old. I found my love for photography back in high school. My mother has supported anything I wanted to do in life & a camera was in my hands before I knew it. I had an opportunity to take a lot of my classmates' senior yearbook photos so they could have memories to have forever with their families. I graduated from Leo Jr./Sr. HS in 2017 and spent some studies pursuing art & photography at Purdue FW.
Now as I continue through this beautiful life as a 25-year-old, I've learned to be extremely appreciative of all the tiny things around me. I take more patience and gratitude with not only my life but my work too. I love being a homebody with my dog Geno Jafaar, creating art, and always looking to be involved with families and businesses here locally.
My friends and family have also allowed me to express my creative direction in photography. I'm always open-minded to creating & curating a beautiful shoot with you. I adore different ideas brought to me so we can execute your Forever memory/idea. I am an inclusive photographer so I encourage everyone from all backgrounds to book with me. Safe and welcoming for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Hopefully, soon, I plan to expand my business to offer bereavement memory services, dog portraits, and so much more! I can’t wait to work with you. 📷
Jerris Franklin she/her
little things about me
snack + drink
A Lorna Doone cookie is my favorite sweet of all time & will never turn it down. A hot mocha will soothe my soul every time.
album that stole my heart:
'It Was Good Until It Wasn't' by Kehlani. The album was
released back in quarantine and has been on rotation ever since. My favorite song on the album is 'Can You Blame Me'.
favorite city i've been to:
Gatlingburg, Tennessee is so beautiful to me. I could gaze at the mountains all day and all night if I could.
Why specialize in parties, portraits, & couples?
From the start, I love seeing people be happy and letting it show their sessions. I love to hear the stories, I love to make people smile.