MEET THE PHOTOGRAPHER
“I love telling each unique story through my lens”
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ABOUT JESSICA (BARTLETT) LOYA
Born and raised in the Bay Area, I always knew I wanted to be a photographer! Although I started getting serious about photography in high school, my hobby turned into a lifelong passion in college. While earning my organizational communications degree, I fell in love with capturing the beauty and candid moments in nature and people. This prompted me to make photography a career, and after completing my degree, led to me becoming the University Photographer for Chico State.
After six years as a University Photographer, I am now focused full time on my freelance photography business. Although my main focus is weddings, I also specialize in portrait and lifestyle photography. My favorite part of my job is building a bond with my clients to make sure that on top of their amazing photos, they have an equally amazing experience. In my free time, you can find me snapping photos of my two dogs Gizmo and Coco, as well as exploring new coffee and food hotspots in Northern California! Follow me on Instagram @jessicanicoleloya to get to know me and see more of my work, and let’s chat about what we can create together!
Notable Achievements
Former University Photographer - California State University, Chico
Certified Drone Pilot by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Work featured in National Geographic KIDS Magazine
Work featured in the Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Trader Joe’s 50th Anniversary Instagram Photo Contest Winner - 1st Place
University Photographers Association of America (UPAA) Nikon Shootout Winner - 1st Place
