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a friendly visit to the joy marie blog

I’ve had a few photographers & colleagues ask me what this feedjit thing is all about. It’s basically just a cool web gizmo that allows me to engage with my visitors & friends from around the world in real time. Love it!

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joah love fall 2010 collection | fashion shoot video | mini sneak peek!

We had such a fun time at the recent fashion shoot for Joah Love’s Fall 2010 Collection. I’m convinced that we used some of the most adorable kids on the planet, and the new collection is simply yummy! We’ve got a lot more to share about what’s happening with Joah Love, but in the meantime, David put together this little teaser video, so you can get a glimpse of the amazing time we had with these little ones! Enjoy!

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brentwood estate fashion shoot | joseph + stephaine | sneak peek

I’m convinced everyone in Nashville knows Bishop Joseph Walker and his beautiful wife, Dr. Stephaine Walker. The last time I photographed these two, the Blog post drew well over 200 comments!! Here’s a little sneak peek from our  recent session. These two are FAB-U-LOUS!! I promise to share more soon!
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chicago wedding photographer | joy marie | meredith + jeremy

I simply adore Meredith & Jeremy!!  I have been eagerly anticipating Meredith & Jeremy’s Chicago wedding ever since I met up with them for their engagement session. This day was so full laughter, tears and some SERIOUS Chicago-style celebrating! The ceremony was held at the magnificent St. Michael in Old Town Parish, followed by the reception at the grand Chicago Historical Society. Meredith & Jeremy- thanks for letting me share in such an amazing day!

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love this moment Meredith and her dad shared when he first saw her
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this had to be one of the funnest receptions…ever!!

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the picture on her bouquet was Meredith’s grandmother; such a sweet way for her to be a part of their day.

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it had been raining in Chicago all week, and FINALLY the sun broke through here for the first time…a divine moment!
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introducing Mr. & Mrs. Zoladz!!

And a big thank you to Marilyn Frisz of Honey Bee Weddings for doing a great job coordinating this beautiful day! The band, Standing Room Only, performed at the reception, and I’m telling you, they were PHENOMENAL!!

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spanish hills country club wedding by joy marie | kelly + lowell

Kelly & Lowell’s Spanish Hills Country Club Wedding was definitely one for the memory books! It was a beautiful fairy tale wedding, complete with Kelly’s grand entrance via horse & carriage, and her “Marine in Shining Armour” awaiting his GORGEOUS bride! INCREDIBLE!! I’d been eagerly looking forward to this day since I connected with Kelly & Lowell a couple of months back for their Downtown Los Angeles Engagement Session. From the first time we met, I could tell these two really had a spark for each other, as well as a spark for life; Lowell serving his country as a Marine & Officer, and Kelly doing volunteer work in third world countries. These two are just all around great people! Both come from kind & generous families, and that made the day all the more special! Congratulations, Kelly & Lowell, and thanks for having me be a part of such a wonderful occasion! I’m so excited for our “Day After Session!”

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I also want to give a BIG shout out of thanks to Sonia Hopkins of XOXO Bride, who did a masterful job of planning & coordinating this amazing day! Your work is incredible.

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