JKP Photography

By Terry L. Watson Photos by JKP Photography LLC

It has been said that beauty lies within the eye of the beholder.

For most professional photographers, their signature is defined by their ability to shoot and edit photos, and just like the human fingerprint, every photographer’s signature is individualized and distinctive. For Freso, CA based photographer Jerry Kelly, he has successfully established himself as an elite photographer. His work can best be described as breathtaking, and his skills have set him in a world of his own.

Jerry has always had an eye for creativity. He has also made a habit of being the first to try some things. He is the first member of his family to graduate from college, and he tried entrepreneurship for the first time when he launched JKP Photography LLC in 2021.

I started doing photography during my last semester of college. That was back in 2013. I was unsure about my future after my college. I had a job, but I knew it was only temporary.

At just the young age of 31, the Lancaster, CA native is a father of four and a graduate of California State University, Fresno. In college, he earned a bachelors degree in Philosophy. He is also a former Division 1 Student-Athlete, and member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. “I started doing photography during my last semester of college. That was back in 2013. I was unsure about my future after my college. I had a job, but I knew it was only temporary. I purchased a professional camera from Best Buy. As I worked full-time job, I also pursued photography in my spare time. I really fell in love with photography and things started to fall in place,” says. Things moved so fast for Jerry that he left his full-time job and allowed photography to be his primary source of income and hasn’t looked back.

“I’m a wedding and freelance photographer. However, I don’t label myself within one category or in one particular style. I photograph all different types of genres, and many of my clients and subject are very diverse,” he says. JJerry also offers photography and videography services to businesses, family’s, and individuals.

Whether it’s on location or in a studio setting, Jerry says he can capture memories and moments that people will cherish for a lifetime. He shares that he is inspired by being able to utilize his creativity to bring the ideas of his clients to life.

For Jerry, his success can be credited with his determination to be the very best. “I have worked on my craft everyday to ensure that I can provide the best possible service. I advise anyone who may enter this profession to focus on themselves and not worry about other photographers. If you want to be successful, you must be willing to invest in yourself and put in the necessary time to be the best,” he says.

Moving forward, Jerry plans on giving back to his community more and going back to school to pursue a Masters degree. Professionally, he plans on adding people to his staff and open a bigger photography studio as well. To learn more about JKP Photography LLC, please contact Jerry Kelly directly.