About Jen
Photographer taking a photo on a wedding day, with a fanny pack and camera holster visible.

Let's Start with a riddle...

 

 

What do you get when you cross a personal trainer, a saleswoman, an event coordinator, a dolphin trainer, a cocktail waitress, a left-handed creative, a Scorpio, an Enneagram 8, an empathic intuitive, and a photographer?


You get me...Jen Bauer.

 

 

Wide shot of photographer kneeling in front of the bride and groom during their ceremony, capturing photos.

How I Got Here


I started with landscapes, chasing light through National Parks. But it turns out my experience coaching and training is not super helpful with giant sequoias.


So, I pivoted.


Read about the moment I think I became a photographer






Now I photograph people...weddings, portraits, engagements, families, events. I use my background in personal training to find the most flattering angles, and my animal training experience to positively reinforce even the tiniest perfect movements. I bet you’ll be surprised how natural you look on camera!

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Photographer Jen Bauer taking a huge bite of an In-N-Out burger while wearing an In-N-Out burger hat.
Photographer Jen Bauer sitting on a cliff, excitedly raising a hand while overlooking Lake Louise in Canada, wearing a pink jacket.
Selfie of photographer Jen Bauer with her German Shepherd, both with tongues out, sitting in the park on a sunny day.
Photographer in Toon Town at Disneyland, wearing sequined Minnie ears and enjoying the fun atmosphere.
Photographer Jen Bauer at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, making a heart with hands while wearing a pink sequined dress and white cowgirl boots.
Photographer snuggling with bottlenose dolphin named Tobie.
Photographer Jen Bauer in snowshoes on a snowy summit in Lake Tahoe, victoriously crossing trekking poles over head.
Photographer Jen Bauer standing in the squat rack at the gym, ready for a lift.
Photographer Jen Bauer hiking in the Narrows of Zion National Park, using a hiking stick, surrounded by tall gray rock canyon walls.
Photographer Jen Bauer editing on a laptop inside Starbucks, making an ‘OMG’ face.
Wide shot of photographer Jen Bauer hiking down into Bryce Canyon at sunrise.
Photographer Jen Bauer standing in a tall evergreen tree forest with snow covering the ground.
Selfie of photographer Jen Bauer on top of Maggie’s Peaks in Emerald Bay State Park, overlooking Lake Tahoe with a camera in hand.
Photographer Jen Bauer in a canoe on Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, viewed from behind, wearing a tan and black flannel and a beanie
Photographer Jen Bauer taking a huge bite of an In-N-Out burger while wearing an In-N-Out burger hat.
Photographer Jen Bauer sitting on a cliff, excitedly raising a hand while overlooking Lake Louise in Canada, wearing a pink jacket.
Selfie of photographer Jen Bauer with her German Shepherd, both with tongues out, sitting in the park on a sunny day.
Photographer in Toon Town at Disneyland, wearing sequined Minnie ears and enjoying the fun atmosphere.
Photographer Jen Bauer at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, making a heart with hands while wearing a pink sequined dress and white cowgirl boots.
Photographer snuggling with bottlenose dolphin named Tobie.
Photographer Jen Bauer in snowshoes on a snowy summit in Lake Tahoe, victoriously crossing trekking poles over head.
Photographer Jen Bauer standing in the squat rack at the gym, ready for a lift.
Photographer Jen Bauer hiking in the Narrows of Zion National Park, using a hiking stick, surrounded by tall gray rock canyon walls.
Photographer Jen Bauer editing on a laptop inside Starbucks, making an ‘OMG’ face.
Wide shot of photographer Jen Bauer hiking down into Bryce Canyon at sunrise.
Photographer Jen Bauer standing in a tall evergreen tree forest with snow covering the ground.
Selfie of photographer Jen Bauer on top of Maggie’s Peaks in Emerald Bay State Park, overlooking Lake Tahoe with a camera in hand.
Photographer Jen Bauer in a canoe on Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, viewed from behind, wearing a tan and black flannel and a beanie

 

Jen Facts

 

I only started hiking so I could take cool photos. (Still mostly true.)


My In-N-Out order is a 3x3 with grilled onions, fries, and a Diet Coke.


I have a Bachelor’s in Animal Science, with a concentration in Zoo and Exotic Animal Care. I've worked with many species of animals, but dolphins will always hold my heart. (That’s Tobie in my photos.)


I love Taylor Swift and Disney. Call me basic if you want... I will not be apologizing.


As a Master Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor, I’ve been coaching and teaching classes for over 10 years. If you're asking, deadlifts are my favorite.


I’m an extroverted introvert. I love people, but I recharge by taking time for myself.


Braven (pronounced “Brah-ven”) was my German Shepherd. He passed in March 2025. He was my very first (unwilling) photography client and the absolute light of my life.


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Photographer Jen Bauer behind the scenes, fixing a bride’s hair, rearranging a bouquet, and walking the bride to her first look.

My Photo Philosophy


The most important part of working with me is being unapologetically yourself.


I’ve spent years trying to meet expectations that weren’t mine, maybe you have too. But that “perfect” version of us is overrated. Leave that behind.


My work is rooted in nature and inspired by the wild, untamed beauty of the world. From my branding to my photo packages, everything reflects the landscapes I love and how I want you to feel... grounded, real, and effortlessly you.


No stiff poses. No fake smiles. Just joy, real connection, and the kind of vibe that makes you forget there’s a camera around.


In the end, those raw, unfiltered moments are truly what last. And I’m here to make sure you never forget how they felt.


I can’t wait to meet you.

Beyond Weddings & Portraits


Photography isn’t just my job, it’s why I travel, why I chase golden light, and why my camera is always by my side.


While my wedding and portrait editing focuses on natural, true-to-life, timeless beauty, my landscape photography is where I let loose and bring the drama. I use bold editing to make the colors, light, and textures come alive.


Want to see what I create when it's just me, my camera, and the wild? Check out my travel and adventures!

@becausejensaidso
Landscape photo of mountain views from Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park.
Landscape of a carriage road bridge in Acadia National Park with fallen leaves scattered on the ground.
Sunset landscape of the Grand Tetons from Schwabacher’s Landing, reflected in the Snake River with vibrant red, orange, pink, and purple hue
Fall foliage in Acadia National Park from Precipice Trail, with vibrant yellow, red, and orange leaves and a view of the blue ocean.
Landscape photo of Emerald Bay from the west, featuring a silhouette of Fannette Island with bold orange, pink, and purple colors in the sky
Landscape of Black Pool hot spring in Yellowstone National Park, near West Thumb, with vibrant blue, yellow, and orange colors.
Vibrant landscape of pink and orange flowers in full bloom at the Flower Fields in Carlsbad.
Landscape photo of Florence, Italy from Piazzale Michelangelo, featuring the Duomo and Basilica di Santa Croce.
Landscape photo of Emerald Bay from the south, featuring Fannette Island and soft pink sunrise colors in the sky.

 

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