Show Notes:
In this heartfelt and fun episode of Liz on Biz, Liz Theresa chats with Jessica McDaniel—founder of Boston Baby Photos and Phone Photos with Jess. Jessica shares her 22-year journey as a renowned Boston-area baby photographer, documenting the lives of hundreds of families and watching her littlest subjects grow from newborns into high schoolers.
But Jessica’s entrepreneurial spirit didn’t stop there! She dives into her latest project, Phone Photos with Jess, and her innovative “Iconic Set”—a subscription and educational resource that empowers parents to capture meaningful moments of their children using just their phones. Jessica discusses the joys and challenges of parenting in the digital age (hello, notification overload!), and how her mission is to help families take better, more intentional photos so they can spend more time being present.
Jessica and Liz get real about parenting, the importance of moms getting in the frame, the evolution of family photography, and fun stories involving crop tops, family dogs, and unforgettable family moments. Plus, find out how you can learn Jessica’s expert editing and culling (photo selection) tips through the Iconic Editing Kit.
What You’ll Learn:
- The origin story behind Boston Baby Photos and Jessica’s unique approach to family photography
- How Phone Photos with Jess was born from parents’ digital overwhelm and a desire for iconically documented childhoods
- What makes a photo “iconic” and why focusing on a few special moments lets you enjoy life (and your kids!) more
- Details on Jessica’s subscription and video mini-courses for parents, including Iconic Photo Monthly and the Summer Iconic program
- Why moms NEED to get in the picture—and how these memories matter more than you may realize
- Simple photo-editing tips anyone can use for better family photos—no fancy equipment or expensive apps required
- Real talk about entrepreneurship, passive income, family pets, and the irreplaceable magic of documenting everyday life
Connect with Jessica:
Boston Baby Photos
Iconic Set
Instagram: @bostonbabyphotos | @phonephotoswithjess
TikTok: @phonephotoswithjess
Mentioned in the Episode:
- Iconic Editing Kit (BRAND NEW!)
- Iconic Photo Monthly subscription
- Summer Iconic photo series
Don’t forget:
If you’re a parent who wants better phone photos—or a fan of creative business pivots—you’ll love this episode. For more tips, ideas, and community, follow Jessica and check out her resources!
