Simple Sophistication
Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only
Gilmore Studios was established in 2002 in Newport Beach, CA. What began as a wedding photography studio naturally grew into something more as those same couples started families. Today, I specialize in photographing people through every stage of life. From weddings and events to newborns, children, and families. I love documenting the milestones and in-between moments that matter most. After more than two decades behind the camera, my focus remains the same...creating meaningful, timeless images that families will treasure for years to come.
We are located in TWO locations. A residential neighborhood in Newport Beach, CA and the border of Queen Creek and Gilbert, AZ. Our small Newport Beach studio is part of a 1/2 acre garden. We get the benefit of having studio space as well as an outdoor garden to photograph our clients.
Brian and Jennifer met in 1998 and were married five years later in 2003. They built their life together in Newport Beach, where they raised their three boys.
Jennifer is the owner/photographer behind Gilmore Studios. Since 2002, she has built the studio with a focus on meaningful portraits and an experience that feels organized, calm, and personal.
Jennifer has always had a passion for photography. After earning her degree in psychology, she began working as a wedding photographer’s assistant. She practiced constantly, studied the craft, and before long was asked to step in as the lead photographer at a wedding.
It was both nerve-wracking and exciting, but that moment confirmed what she already knew, this was what she was meant to do. As she continued developing her skills, the opportunities grew. Within a short time, she launched her own photography business.
Since 2002, Jennifer has photographed over 500 weddings and thousands of portrait sessions. As her couples grew into families, the studio grew as well. What began with weddings naturally expanded into newborn, family, and children’s portraiture, allowing her to document clients through every stage of life.
More than two decades later, she continues to photograph meaningful milestones with the same excitement and care she felt at that very first wedding.
What actually happens during prom photos 👀
Here’s how to instantly make your prom photos look better:
• Don’t stand stiff
• Keep movement in the poses
• Relax your hands and shoulders
• Stay close together in couple photos
• Laugh, talk, and i
That’s what I’m guiding the entire session.
Because the best prom photos don’t always happen from perfect posing...
They happen when everyone finally relaxes and starts having fun. #
Save this and send it to your date so everyone is on the same page
If younger me could see the amount of emails, sessions, editing, timelines, client calls, blogs, courses, and random to-do lists now… she’d be SHOCKED. 😅
I started Gilmore Studios in 2002 with no roadmap. Just a camera, a love for photography, and honestly… a huge love for the business side of it too.
Since then, I’ve photographed so many stages of life:
weddings, newborns, seniors, cake smashes, families, commercial shoots, events… and somehow many of those clients became lifelong friends along the way. 🤍
What started as “I think I want to do photography” turned into over two decades of documenting people’s biggest moments and helping other photographers grow businesses of their own.
And honestly?
I still love it just as much.
Hi, I’m Jennifer Gilmore — photographer, business owner, and mentor for photographers ready to grow ✨
Comment LEARN if you want to grow as a photographer
Senior year is better with your best friend. 🎉🎓
Class of 2026
📸 by Cody - Gilmore Studios
Top locations in Arizona for a senior session 👀
And each one gives you a completely different look.
Riparian Preserve
Greenery, paths, variety, and softer natural tones.
Queen Creek Fields
Open space, warm light, and that dreamy golden hour look everybody loves.
Queen Creek Wash
More texture, desert tones, and a slightly edgier feel.
Here’s how I help seniors choose:
We don’t just pick a location because it’s pretty. We pick one that fits your outfits, personality, and the overall vibe you want your photos to have.
Because location changes EVERYTHING.
Save this for your senior photo inspo later
Which one would you choose?
Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ
Session by appointment only
