About

Rebecca's commitment, passion and contribution to photography has not only enriched her life but also the lives of her clients. Rebecca's passion took her to Santa Barbara, CA where she earned her Bachelor's of Art's Degree from the prestigious Brooks Institute of Photography. Photographing celebrity weddings and events in Santa Barbara for over 10 years was an exciting part of her photographic career. Most recently Rebecca has re-established her business in the Minneapolis metro area.

Rebecca's versitility in photography is amazing. She is able to create a unique and powerful image with her clients' needs in mind. Inspiring her subjects with freedom and enthusiasm Rebecca capture's the joy, romance, calm or confident beauty of those young and old.

The coming years are met with adventure and the refining of an already mastered art.
Let her images speak for themselves!

Career Highlights

  • Freelance Photographer: Rebecca Jeske Photography
  • Photography Instructor: Community Education Programs
  • Wedding Photography Seminar: St. Thomas University
  • Lead Photographer for Southwest Suburban Publishing
  • Photography/Art Instructor: Open U, Inc. (Minneapolis, MN)
  • Owner, Rebecca Jeske Photography Studio (Northfield, MN)
  • Photography/Art Instructor: University of California Extension
  • Rebecca Jeske Photography Studio (Santa Barbara, CA)
  • Published in Architectural Digest, Better Homes and Gardens, Santa Barbara Magazine, Minnesota Bride Magazine and Oprah Magazine.
  • First Place awards Minnesota Newspaper Association
  • As an event photographer in Santa Barbara has photographed well-known personalities, such as Henry Kissinger, Conrad Hilton, John Travolta and Kenny Loggins, Lily Tomlin, Kevin Nealen.
  • Sold and exhibited hand painted black and white photography.
  • Gallery exhibits in Santa Barbara and Minnesota

Education

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Professional Photography
    Brooks Institute of Photography (Santa Barbara, CA)
  • Santa Barbara City College (Santa Barbara, CA)
  • University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)

Accolades & Accomplishments

Published Works

  • Architectural Digest, Town & Country, Better Homes & Gardens, Regent Magazine, Santa Barbara Magazine
  • Photographer's Forum 100 Best of Photography (2002)
  • Minnesota Orchestra's KinderKonzerts Brochure

Awards

  • First Place, News Photography (MN Newspaper Association)
  • First Place, Portrait Photography (Crosstown Camera Club)
  • Second Place, Feature Photography (MN Newspaper Assoc.)
  • Certified Public Speaking Award, Toastmaster's International

Exhibits & Activities

  • Kinkaid's Restaurant, Crosstown Camera Club, and Waconia
  • Community Center (Minneapolis, MN)
  • Brooks Institute, Metro Cafe (Santa Barbara, CA)
  • Lead role in "It's a Bad Year for Tomatoes" at Solvang Dinner Theatre (Solvang, CA)

Celebrity Weddings, Events, & Publicity

Henry Kissinger, Conrad Hilton, Peggy Lee, John Travolta, Michael Douglas, Kevin Nealan, and others.