08/06/2026
Well... this was a fun to wake up to today. ❤️🎅
I'm incredibly honored to be featured by the Springfield Daily Citizen in an article about Santa's 417 Workshop, Holiday Photo Magic, and the journey that brought me here.
Starting out as a photographer, I never imagined that one day I'd build a year-round Christmas studio where families create memories together and Santas from across the country would come to embrace their stories.
Photography has never been just about taking pictures for me. It's about creating experiences, preserving wonder, and capturing stories that families will treasure for generations.
Thank you to Jym Wilson and the Springfield Daily Citizen for taking the time to visit the studio and share the heart behind what we do. Thank you to every Santa, Mrs. Claus, family, and client who has trusted me over the years as each of you have been part of this journey.
Most of all, thank you to everyone who has supported me through the years. This article isn't just about me—it's about a dream that so many people have helped bring to life.
If you'd like to read the story, I've included the link below. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed sharing it.
❤️ Jessica
P.S. If one child leaves believing just a little more in kindness, wonder, and the magic of Christmas, then I've done my job.
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The thermometer might say 90 degrees outside, but it feels like late December inside Santa’s 417 Workshop. Meet the Springfield woman who is dedicating her career to photographing Santa Claus.
Read it: https://sgfcitizen.org/economy-growth/business/springfield-photographer-specializes-santa/