Simply Sonder

05/11/2023

[ REFINE & REDEFINE ] ~ CREATIVITY
Let’s get back to the basics.
Creativity is the interaction of energy, and storytelling is a necessary expression of creativity.
To create is to bring something into existence, meaning creativity is not reserved for the fine arts. The transformation of ideas, emotions, or energy into physical form or something energetically tangible is inherently creative. Designing, crafting, building, developing, synthesizing, processing, performing, and communicating are all forms of bringing visions to life.
All throughout history, humans have used creative expression and storytelling to make sense of the world and to grapple with the known, unknown, and everything in-between.
Have you ever found yourself in a haze of emotions and experiences wondering if anyone else has ever been here or felt this way before, desperately trying to make sense of what is going on? When we experience unimaginable joy from connection and love or unbearable grief from loss and separation… there is a point of release and an overflow of energy. What we do with that abundance… well, that is where free will comes in, and it can either result in expansion, contraction, or destruction. Creative expression IS because the Breath of Life IS.
How do we maintain the integrity of life-giving creativity? How do we resist the unhealthy demand for content creation? Or dismantle the overconsumption of passive entertainment rooted in instant gratification that leads to more separation, polarization, and disembodiment?
Of course, this is packed with nuance because creation is powerful. Yet, it is still up to us to decide on the narrative in which we choose the who, what, when, where, and why we create.
The power of creation comes with the responsibility of being intentional.

An invitation to share (answer all, answer some, answer none):
1. What do you enjoy creating and why?
2. Who do you spend time creating with?
3. When does creating feel effortless?
4. How have you created space for self-expression?
5. What forms of creativity do you find life-giving?

05/08/2023

A New Chapter: SIMPLY SONDER
While the seeds of this dream were planted well over a decade ago, this vision has sat so close to my heart, and it’s time to announce the next chapter of this story.

From starting photography as a creative outlet…I’ve been humbled by how it’s become the intersection where worlds have collided and gained life-giving momentum. Over the past 7 years, it’s been an honor to meet so many new faces from all walks of life and capture a glimpse of y’alls stories, so thank you so much for being a part of the journey thus far, whether that’s been couples, proposals, weddings, families, seniors, or brands, I am grateful for you all! 

With that said, it’s time to officially introduce y’all to the next chapter; SIMPLY SONDER!

Why change the name? 
I felt a deeply rooted nudge to embrace and commit to bringing a bigger picture to life. At the end of the day, as much as I put my heart and soul into what I create with and for y’all, it is not about just me and my story, it is about creating a space for visual storytelling to expand the capacity for creativity, curiosity, connection, and compassion. In other words, everything is connected, perspective is powerful and storytelling matters.  
So don’t worry, I’m still here, and moving forward, my intentions will focus on providing editorial photography for small brands owned by humans who are intentional and conscious of their impact on the world around them… (ya know, the pragmatic dreamers and grounded visionaries who have not only connected the dots between what the world needs, what they’re good at, and how they thrive, but who also have the passion, intuition, and integrity to bring it all to life.) AND connecting with humans who are dedicated to bridging the gap between intersectionalities and embodying healthy change that impacts the world around them, one perspective at a time. 
 
Whether you are an intentional brand, thought leader, artisan, or conscientious human, WELCOME, I am so thrilled you are here so please reach out, say hi, introduce yourselves if you’re new, I CAN’T WAIT TO CONNECT AND HEAR YOUR STORY!  

XO- jackie

05/07/2023

[take notice]
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05/06/2023

[ concrete walls ]
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04/27/2023

06/07/2022

[ ether ]
in frame:

-october 2020

Swipe to see a rare sighting of one of my raw/unedited images…
While I had a very specific look and color palette in mind for these images… I recently went back through the raws and realized how obsessed I am with the softness and OG colors, especially the gradient in the sky so here I am sharing both ✨

05/24/2022

[ concrete walls ]
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in frame: .fountain for

-april 2022

05/23/2022

[ still here ]
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in frame:

-february 2022

04/01/2022

[ concrete walls ]
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In frame:

03/25/2022

[ ether ]
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model:

- october 2020