Welcome
Bringing Your Journey Into Focus
Authentic imagery for soul-driven entrepreneurs and their families in the Upper Valley
About Forward Focus Photography
Our Mission
Hi there! I'm Jamie Love, and you've come to the right place at the right time—I'm so glad you're here!
At Forward Focus Photography, we specialize in creating vibrant, authentic imagery for soul-driven entrepreneurs, dreamers, and doers who are making the world a better place. With 25 years of experience and the privilege of working with thousands of small businesses, I understand how to capture the essence of your unique story. Together, we’ll custom design a portrait session that celebrates who YOU are, helping you share your vision with the world.
Credentials
- BFA Photography and Digital Imaging; Ringling College of Art, 2003
- Peter Hurley Headshot Crew Member
- Professional Photographers of America Member
READ OUR RECENT TESTIMONIALS
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"We’ve been trying for years with other photographers to build a collection of high quality images. Jamie is the first to truly capture the passion and unique qualities of the people involved with our organization.
Jamie’s stellar photography skills, combined with her exceptional ability to understand and be responsive to our needs has produced photographs that have not only met, but far exceeded our grandest expectations.”
A. Coggin
Healthy Food For All
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"Working with Jamie Love was a super relaxed experience. I hired her to help me to promote and visually express my purpose for my websites imagery. She is articulate, fun, playful and I learned a lot about myself from working with her. I absolutely recommend her to all of my friends and colleagues!"
S. Darwick
CHHC, LMT, RYT Health Coach
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"Jamie is one of the most incredible photographers I have worked with (and I have worked with LOTS through my businesses at Firelight Camps and Emma Frisch). She has the unique ability to truly understand her client's vision and bring it to life. This was my experience with a series of maternity portrait time lapse videos as well as studio portraits. When I didn't have a vision or felt stumped, she offered hers and it was always spot on, for example with my cookbook release portraits. She has such a fine-tuned eye that photo sessions were relatively quick (though she became such a kindred friend that we had to cut ourselves off from talking rather than taking pictures!). Working with her felt easy and comfortable, and she was always dependable in showing up and delivering pictures. Her creativity, professionalism, and above all, genuine care for her clients are a gift to anyone working with her!"
E. Frisch
Firelight Camps
Headshot Photography
Group Headshot Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"I am very awkward in front of the camera. Jamie helped me to relax with her gentle, non-judgemental approach. She was creative and resourceful in selecting settings. The result was many professional shots that I am proud to use"
S. Johnston
Accounting Consultatnt
Group Headshot Photography
Group Headshot Photography
Group Headshot Photography
"Jamie did headshots for our leadership team, and we really liked the finished product. She even did some digital touching up of the best photos when finished, which the team really appreciated. And she was just lovely to work with! Her video sent before the photo shoot on what to wear/not wear, etc. was super helpful for the team in preparation as well. We will absolutely work with her again!"
A. Luciow
Cbord Technologies
Headshot Photography
Group Headshot Photography
Group Headshot Photography
"What a delightful experience I had working with Jaime Love. I was nervous to get in front of the camera at first but Jamie's peaceful character melted away my phobias. My massage business is about personal expression and observing in a nurturing atmosphere and I do believe Jaime captured the essence of my vision in the photos. Jaime's business and mine are similar in some aspects. We both must be of sound mind and from the stillness we listen and observe the present situation to deliver the best results for each individual clients needs.
Thank you again Jaime. I sure my website and other marketing manifestations will be crisp and resonate my intentions to serve our communities needs through the life of your photos!"
C. Keller
Guided Touch Massage
Senior Portrait Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"Jamie is so talented and has a natural eye for a great photo. We are so happy with the senior pictures she took of our son. And she was so accommodating. Since my son is such an outdoors guy, she met us at his favorite nature preserve at 8:30 in the morning to get the best light. Then she cheerfully hiked into the woods, across streams, down embankments, and up the rocks of a waterfall (not exaggerating) in order to capture the most natural and amazing photos. Jamie is personable, easy-going, and developed an instant rapport with my son that made him feel comfortable in front of the camera. We couldn't have picked a better photographer for these special pictures. I highly recommend her!"
K. Monce
Mom of High School Senior
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Personal Branding Photography
"Jamie is an artist… an exquisite, intuitive, and visionary photographer. And she is so much more. Jamie is a healer and a muse. I have been photo-averse for years, always shutting down in front of the camera. I was in knots about needing a spread of photos for my new business. Jamie literally created a sacred space for me to find my soul in front of that lens and to love every moment of it. Our day together was healing, inspiring, and magical, and my photos… beyond amazing. Your search for the right photographer ends right here."
L. Beck, RSMT
Laura Beck Somatics
Senior Portrait Photography
Personal Branding Photography
Senior Portrait Photography
"We worked worked with Jamie for my daughter's senior pictures and it was such a joy. She was so helpful right from the beginning. She met with us to learn about my daughter and and what she looking for to get ideas. She continued to share ideas and guidance right up to the day of the shoot.
We could not be happier with the results. Jamie was able to really capture my daughter's personality and uniqueness. We love the end result are so grateful to Jamie to making the entire process so pleasant and easy."
K. Clark
Mom of High School Senior
Family Portrait Photography
Family Portrait Photography
Senior Portrait Photography
"Jamie captured our family perfectly during our portrait session in Eastman, NH. She made us feel so comfortable, even in the chilly winter air, and the photos truly reflect our love and connection. From playful snowball fights to warm family moments, every shot was stunning. We’ll treasure these memories forever!"
L Harrison
Upper Valley Resident
Photography Education
You've asked, and now you shall receive! I am now offering a multitude of photography mentoring/educational opportunities to choose from. Whether it be a simple zoom chat to get a few basic questions answered, or an entire weekend where I assist you in creating your dream photography business, I'm here to inspire, empower and educate on all things photography!
This full 6 hour day long one on one business mentoring opportunity is for both the beginner who dreams of launching their own photography business and those who may have an existing business but want to rebrand or level up their game. We will discuss your specific concerns and needs in the current market/industry and what your goals are moving forward.
You, me, a styled model and 6 hours of undivided one on one guidance to help you nail those dream shots you've been visioning up in your mind. I've created the Skill Building Mentorship Day to help you level up your current skill set and walk away more confident with your camera.
The day begins with a portfolio review of your current work and includes a discussion on what skills you’d like to build upon.escription about this item
What happens when you combine my Business Mentoring day with a Photography Skill Buildling Day? BOOM! You have yourself a Dream Business Creation Weekend! I'd love to spend two full days with you helping to launch your dream business.
Cant decide what you need?
These 1.5 hr ZOOM chat sessions are designed to help you decide which type of mentorship you would most benefit from as well as provide some direct guidance and answer specific questions you may have about owning and operating a successful photography portrait studio. I’m a an open book and am here to help guide you in any way I can.
Have you always wanted to learn how to use the awesome DSLR camera that you bought 4 years ago that is still sitting in the box on a shelf? Maybe you already know how to use it in auto mode, but you really want to master using it in manual mode to get the most out of its capabilities? Maybe you already know camera basics, but its been so long that you need a fun afternoon refresher course? Or maybe you just want to hang with me for four hours and practice and play? Lets do this thing!
I have created this 4 week long Children LOVE Photography mentorship program to assist them in finding their creative voice and gain masterful control over their camera settings so they can feel empowered to share their stories and vision with the world. Through skill building games, hands on learning and photographic journaling your child will awaken their inner Ansel Adams and have a blast learning a new artistic medium.
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