Jennie Edwards is a photographer/ videographer who teaches people how to show up confidently and vulnerably in front of the camera. In her best-selling book “Empowered You”, Jennie helps readers activate their Best Self to live their most fulfilled life.
Jennie gets her heart pumping while chasing her two little girls, ages 4 and 8. She earns her nickname “Joyful Jennie” while juggling the 3-ring circus of parenting, entrepreneurship, and inspiring people to change the world.
About Jennie Edwards
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
Amplifying more love in the world starts with my family. By sharing love with my little girls, I can create more positive change and compassion. My husband and I met through personal development and public speaking courses, and we want to pass this on to our children and bring more consciousness and compassion into the lives of others.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I have been a photographer and videographer for my business, Guided By Imagination, for the last 17 years. In the past, I was a graphic designer and worked downtown in an ad agency. The best part about my job is the flexibility, attracting the clients I love helping, and feeling a sense of joy for being outdoors, with a variety of projects that light me up!
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Make every day a celebration! Even if it’s not your birthday, holiday, or anniversary, find something you can be grateful for and celebrate. You can also celebrate other people’s successes, which helps you radiate more positive energy in life!
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I am leading women’s retreats globally and making an impact in people’s lives. In 2024 I led a personal branding retreat in Santorini, Greece. In the next five years, I will add several other experiences for my community. In about ten years, I will be looking for a property to invest in to create a center/ venue for celebrations, events, wellness, weddings, etc.
Jennie Edwards & Our Community
Q: What are a few of your favorite restaurants in our community?
I love Sala Thai, L&L Hawaiian, Woodstock Pizza, Living Room Coffeehouse
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
19 years
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Brad Weber 🙂
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Community events, 4th of July parade, family-friendly potlucks
Q: If you could choose anyone alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
Gwen Stefani, Living Room Coffeehouse
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Across the Universe, Limitless show
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I used to be a professional model.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Hotel Del Coronado and the beach there, Yogurtland.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My Womens groups, personal development program through Frontier Trainings
Q: What community organizations and/or local nonprofits do you admire/support?
GSFE
Q: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
Be present in the moment
Q: What Neighborhood do you live in?
El Cerrito
What I love about my Neighborhood:
People, families, gatherings, homes/ landscaping, the canyon nature trail
Please describe your ideal San Diego weekend:
Have brunch in Coronado, go to the beach, listen to a live concert, go to the Kroc Center and workout, ecstatic dancing in Encinitas, watch an outdoor movie with my kids
Q: Finally, what three words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
belonging, happiness, love
