Lifestyle Photography in Connecticut

Lifestyle Photography in Connecticut: An afternoon with Jen Mooney

I truly cherish my clients and believe that the right ones always find me. When I build a relationship with someone through my photography business, it often becomes a friendship, and that’s especially true for Jen Mooney – she’s the type of person, just like me, that lives and breathes the essence of her business, and the lines between business and humanity are blurred. Why not put your whole self into what you do for a living, and be a wonderful, relatable, friendly person at the same time? That’s what she does.

As a former fashion editor turned garden designer, Jen brings an artistic eye to every outdoor space she touches. Watching her work was like seeing a story unfold—she has an intuitive way of knowing which plants will thrive together and how to shape a garden that feels both organic and artfully designed.

Jen’s background in fashion clearly influences her approach. She sees gardens not just as landscapes but as living designs. It was inspiring to hear her talk about transitioning from runways to garden paths and how her work now is a reflection of both worlds. Her hands-on style and deep love for horticulture made the day feel less like a photoshoot and more like capturing someone in their true element. Every moment with Jen reminded me how creativity can flourish in the most unexpected places.