Welcome to my blog! Here you will find sneak peeks of your session along with little tidbits about me and contests to enter! Here is a small clip of how I got into photography...It began with wanting to have a nice camera to take beautiful pictures of my child and as I got more and more into this I realized that I wanted to share this talent with others, and so that's how Janelle Joy Photography came about. I hope as you browse through this blog you will see the passion I have for photography. As a photographer, my goal is to create stunning photos while making the experience fun and memorable. I strive to capture smiles, moments and memories for you to have and cherish always.
If you are interested in viewing pricing info and etc, please visit my website Janelle Joy Photography
Every year I take Ashlee out in her new Easter Dress and do a mini shoot with her. I can not believe how much she has grown up this past year. When I look at her pictures she seems so much older and mature than I realized. It’s so sad, yet I’m excited for her and the new things she learns every day.
She has been such a strength for me these past weeks. I’m beyond blessed to have her as my daughter. It’s amazing how much kids can teach you.
A few things I never want to forget about my daughter:
Her sweet laugh
Her perfect “blueberry” eyes
The gleam she gets in her eyes when she’s about to say something funny
How excited she gets when we make goodies together
The way she holds and takes care of her own baby dolls, she’s going to be an amazing mother someday
She is always caring and asking us if she can help, a true sweetheart.
March 1, 2010 - 9:26 pmBrent - These pictures are beautiful, honey. I can't believe how fast Ashlee has grown up on us; I hope we have a few more years before she is too cool for her "nerdy" parents.
March 1, 2010 - 10:44 pmCarol Anne - She is absolutely gorgeous and so are these pictures!
March 1, 2010 - 10:56 pmJaime Hulsey - A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. You've done it once again. Gorgeous pictures and Ashlee is definitely looking more grown up and a lot more like you than I used to think! Great job once again!
March 2, 2010 - 3:50 amStephanie - These pics are beautiful Janelle, what a sweet little girl! I espeically love the one with the sunflare, beautiful!
March 2, 2010 - 5:42 amCari - Beautiful as always! My oh my what a gorgeous little girl you have on your hands Janelle! I Adore her outfit by the way. She looks so stinking cute in those leggings, tutu, and necklace. Watch out for those boys who will be knocking on your door here soon!!
March 2, 2010 - 3:31 pmKristin Owens - what a sweet heart! Those pictures are gorgeous! We need new family pics Janelle! Ours are WAY too old!
March 3, 2010 - 4:10 pmTiffany Kempton - She seriously is getting so old! How does that happen so fast...days go by slowly but the weeks/months/years zoom by! Could she have more gorgeous hair or what? Just like her mama! SO glad to hear you're hanging in there. Sending prayers your way. Sure love your beautiful family!
I’ve been trying to keep myself busy as much as possible and I came across this delicious recipe for sugar cookies and had to try it out. This came from a client’s blog and WOW this girl knows her way around the Kitchen! You have to go and check her out. These are the BEST sugar cookies no joke! If you make these, post some pictures on your blog and leave me a comment so I can see your creation!
My little helper. Don’t you love the apron!!?? I had a mom and daughter apron made to match. You can get them here
Ashlee has decided to take up the business as well Actually, this was a camera that was given to us in the hospital when we delivered Cade so that incase we didn’t have our own camera, we could use this one. Ashlee was so happy to be able to have “Cade’s Camera” She is so special and sweet and makes me smile even on those days when it’s hard to smile.
“Mom why can’t I see the pictures on my camera like you can on yours!?”
February 25, 2010 - 11:22 pmCelesa - That is too cute. I would love a new sugar cookie recipe. Those look so good. I love adding the frosting to them also. YUM YUM...
February 27, 2010 - 4:48 pmKim Dover - YUM! I always love trying new sugar cookie recipes- it looks like a good one! Ashlee is adorable- such a cutie. And I love her apron! The fabrics and flower are so sassy and fun! I will have to check out that Etsy site- I love that you have one to match. Glad you are doing good and keeping busy!
February 28, 2010 - 2:10 amKasey - Love the aprons :) super cute! I'll have to get the recipe for the cookies - it's so funny - I've never made them & we tried yesterday. They didn't turn out so well :) Funny timing!
My sweet sister in law has been waiting so patiently for these pictures. I’ve had these sitting on my computer and waiting to be edited since November when I was no longer able to take pictures because of my pregnancy. It was just a quick 5 min shoot in the backyard, but those are always the best and I love them. *sigh*
*Update* on me….I’m doing a lot better. I still have my good days and bad days, but there seem to be more good days than bad. Ashlee and I just received our “Cade” necklaces that I will have to show off here soon. They are adorable and I love that I have something to wear that will not only literally keep him close to my heart but it also gives me something to remember him.
I will also be doing some business changes here soon that I KNOW everyone will be so excited about and love.
Thank you again for all the emails, comments and cards that were sent to us. We feel so loved and are so blessed to have so many people who care about us. Thank you again!
February 13, 2010 - 6:56 pmCari - Janelle,
beautiful photos yet again!! You are seriously amazing!!
February 13, 2010 - 6:57 pmCari - Janelle,
Beautiful photos yet again! You are truly so talented!
February 21, 2010 - 3:16 amStephanie - Great photos, such a cute family! So glad to hear that you are doing a lot better.
February 27, 2010 - 4:50 pmKim Dover - Woah! I can't believe how big her boys have gotten since they moved from the ward! The pictures are priceless- they turned out amazing!
On January 22, 2010 at 4:00am….Cade Christian was born. He was not due to come until July 11th 2010. He was about 16 weeks along. He weighed 1.9 oz and was 7 in long.
How did this happen? We don’t know, but on the 20th I went in for a routine visit and the doctor couldn’t find the heart beat with the Doppler. I sill wasn’t worried though because of the way the placenta had placed itself, both doctor and I knew that it may be harder to find. So, we then went to the ultrasound machine and there confirmed my worst fears….no heart beat and no moving baby. He had died sometime that morning. We think it’s due to all of the hemorrhaging I had because of the sub chronic hemorrhage. It also looked like that blood clot that had formed caused the placenta to abrupt too much for it to repair.
I was in labor for about 13 hours. Although this may sound horrible beyond belief, I feel like it was a blessing in disguise to be able to deliver him. We were able to hold him and see his perfect tiny body. I felt such a deeper love and connection for him the moment I was able to hold him. The hosptial were I delivered was amazing and they went above and beyond the call of duty. I have never felt so much compassion from all the nurses and staff. They brought us flowers, took pictures of Cade, they did plaster prints of his hands and feet, they made a box full of all his keepsakes and momentous for us to treasure always. They dressed him in the most adorable diaper and baby bunting you could ever see. They even helped us dress him for his graveside burial. The cemetery were he is buried also did everything free of charge…AMAZING!
Our family was devastated to say the least. We have waited 5 long years for this miracle, but it wasn’t part of God’s plan for us to keep our baby boy. I know that he is our angel and our perfect son. We will see him again.
How have I been? I’m doing okay, although, most definitely not my self. I have good days and bad days. I’ve cried a lot, which isn’t something I usually do. I don’t do good by myself, so if Brent isn’t home, my Mom is usually with me. Thank goodness for Moms! I know it will get easier as time goes on. I’m grateful for all of the outpouring of love and concern that has been shown. It’s helped to see that so many people truly care for us.
What does this mean for my photography business? I’m still here, but I’m taking some time off to grieve and go back to my normal self. ( I’m a little emotional right now) I am still taking emails and such and if you were hoping to schedule with me, still email me and I will let you when I can do it.
A BIG SORRY to all of you photographers who have emailed me asking questions, I promise I will get back to you….if you need to have a questions answered sooner please email me again.
This is the day I delivered Cade…. I wanted to share something with all of you.
February 1, 2010 - 11:57 pmBecky - Janelle,
My heart is breaking for you!!! I am saying tons of prayers for you and your family.
February 2, 2010 - 6:40 amCandace - I am so sorry Janelle! You are in my prayers..
February 2, 2010 - 3:45 pmJaime Hulsey - Janelle, I cannot even imagine how you are feeling right now. The pain and heartache you are going through must be overwhelming. What a blessing it is to have a good husband and family AND plan of salvation!!! How awesome it must be to know that Cade was far too perfect for this world and the Lord needed him on the other side to continue in his work there. ((HUGS))
February 2, 2010 - 6:34 pmJill C. - I was just wondering yesterday where you were and why you haven't been on the alumni board or participating on Flickr. So I checked your blog today. This is so sad! How tiny. Love and Prayers to you lady.
February 2, 2010 - 10:43 pmmegs - Deepest sympathy. :(
February 3, 2010 - 2:29 amStephanie - I am so sorry to hear about your loss, my heart goes to out to you right now.
February 3, 2010 - 2:53 amCherri - I am so sorry for your loss, my heart is aching for you & your little family right now... I am crying for you... I am so glad that you got to see & hold him & that there have been family members to support you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you!
February 3, 2010 - 4:06 amPam - I am so sorry Janelle. Know that I'm thinking of you and praying for you.
February 3, 2010 - 9:55 pmKrystal - Please know you are in our prays. I am so sorry. Your right about one thing that little boy is a special guy and he will always watch over you. What a blessing to know you will see him again and have him forever. I hope you know how much you are loved by so many people. Thanks for sharing such a perfect picture. I am so glad you got to see him and hold your little boy. I love the name you picked for him. We love you guys and are praying for you all.
February 4, 2010 - 3:49 amMichelle Sidles - I am SO sorry for you! {{{{{{hugs}}}}}} You are in my prayers. I hope to see you back on the Alumni Board when you're feeling a little better.
February 4, 2010 - 4:12 amMolly - I'm praying for you, Janelle.
February 4, 2010 - 8:11 pmstacy t - oh my darling - i am so sorry. we are here for you. you know where we are. we love you beyond words. thinking of you and praying for you.
February 9, 2010 - 4:26 amAmy - Sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers!
February 10, 2010 - 3:06 amAlacey - I've been a fan of your site for a while now and know your SIL Cari F. As a fellow photography I get so much inspiration from other photographers and your work is amazing! I'm so sorry for you loss! It's such a blessing to know that Heavenly Father has a plan for all of us, even if we can't understand it in the moment. My prayers are with you and your family!
February 23, 2010 - 1:00 amKerry Souza - I just found your facebook fan page today. I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I went thru the exact same thing as you nearly 17 (!) years ago. I lost my little Alexandra when I was 16 weeks and like you, delivered her and was able to see her tiny, perfect self. These things defy explanation, and my heart hurts for you. I know you have many who love you and are surrounding your family with much needed love. Be well and take care!
I Promise I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth, well not yet anyway. I have some great news I would like to share with you all…..I’M PREGNANT!!!!!! :)
We’ve waited almosy 4 long years to have this miracle, but with it has come it’s challenges. I’m currently serving time on strict bedrest and have been since Dec. 9th. This pregnancy had been very difficult to say the least, but we know it’s all worth it in the end.
The reason for the bed rest is due to me developing a rare sub-chronic hemorrhage along with some placenta abruption and placenta pre via…whew that’s a a lot to take in. Miraculously the baby is doing great and I’ve currently watched far to much tv and can feel my brain liquifying. I’ve had and still have amazing family and friends helping out and feel so blessed to have them. I owe them my life and my baby’s life as well.
As of now I’m not currently accepting any SESSIONS, but I have started a WAIT LIST for those who want to have a session with me in the near future. I will take them as first come first serve so I HIGHLY RECOMMEND putting your name on the list quickly. You can email at janelle@janellejoy.com or use the contact form telling me the you want on the wait list.
Here is a picture of our baby at 11 weeks using the super cool 4d ultra sound. It’s astounding how much detail you can see in this. I can’t believe how formed the baby is at this stage already. Gotta love technology!
Please send your good thoughts!!! I know we will make it through this.
January 9, 2010 - 4:30 pmBrittany - Janelle, We are so happy for you guys!!! Congratulations! And keep us posted on how you and baby are doing!!!!! Can't wait to meet this little one!
January 9, 2010 - 8:50 pmAbby - Congrats Janelle! What an exciting time. Good luck with your pregnancy and I can't wait to see Joy #2!!
January 9, 2010 - 9:32 pmJulie - Congratulations! Babies are truly a miracle. I'm so excited for you and hope you enjoy all your down time! We have our own miracle baby my fourth and I treasure ever second with her and my other children.
January 11, 2010 - 2:38 amTiffany Matthews - I am so happy to hear that things are still going good. I had the same problem with my second baby so I know how you feel. I am so happy to hear that your doc put you on bed rest mine didn't and my outcome wasn't good. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
January 11, 2010 - 4:06 amCari - Oh such a cute picture! I say your little one is a BOY!
January 11, 2010 - 4:34 amCherri - OH how exciting!!! Congratulations, that's wonderful news! Hope you are able to get off of bed rest soon though, that's the pitts! But what a blessing to have a healthy baby! :) So happy for you!
January 11, 2010 - 11:23 pmTiffany Kempton - Congrats Janelle! So excited for you!!!!!! We'll keep the prayers comin'...you just RELAX over there and let that little baby thrive! Seriously so dang thrilled for you guys!
January 14, 2010 - 5:07 pmKristin Owens - Oh Janelle!!! I am absolutely SO thrilled for you guys! Congratulations! You all will be in my prayers constantly.
January 16, 2010 - 11:08 pmKim Dover - JANELLE! YAY! I have been so anxious to hear how you and the baby were doing so I was thrilled to read your post. Wow. CONGRATS! You are a trooper- whew. That is such a hard thing to be on strict bed rest but I am glad your family and friends have been helping out! I think I told you I had such a similiar thing with Colby starting at week 12 and thought it would never end... but it does and like you said the miracle of a precious little one makes it all worth it. So amazing to see that 3d pic and how formed and perfect he? already looks! What a miracle- you (and your sanity!) will be in our prayers.
January 22, 2010 - 5:16 pmKrystal Skinner - I am so excited for you!!! This is such a blessing. I love hearing stories like this. It is just another one of Gods gifts to us. It just makes you realize the blessings/love that our Father in Heaven has for his children. What a beautiful story this is, and I am just so happy for you. I know how much you have wanted this. Congrats!!! You deserve it. I hope you are doing ok. I know it must be so hard to be on bed rest. Please call me if I can do anything. Make Dinner, take Ashley for a day, clean your house etc...you name it I would love to help. I will also keep you in our prays. What a perfect Miracle!
February 1, 2010 - 7:04 pmCelesa - Oh Janelle what an amazing blessing to me pregnant. My husband and I have been trying for over a year now. We are still patiently waiting to one day have that joy of being a parent. Congratulations to you and your little one. On another note. I love your work. You truly are blessed with an amazing eye for photography.
MEGS IS THE WINNER OF THE $75 GIFT CARD TO ANTHROPOLOGIE!!! CONGRATS!!
Megs wrote: ” Your photographs radiate with light, color, and emotion! They are bright and convey a sense of peace and happiness. I can tell that you are truly passionate about people as well as photography. Very professional!”
Thanks Megs!!!
ps. I will be in touch with you to get your info so that I can send it.
Check back soon for another fun contest in December!
Sorry to all of you who have faithfully come back to my blog over and over and still there is no new pictures. I’ve been swamped and I never thought I would be so busy that I didn’t have time to blog. YIKES! So, technically this isn’t a sneak peek, but I wanted to share this family’s pictures.
They were so much fun and easy to work with. The two little ones by the end had had it, but we were able to score a beautiful big family picture that I adore. I went to Hygiene school with one of the girls in the family and it was so great to be able to meet up and see her again!
ps. the contest winner will be announced soon and a new contest will begin! Keep checking back and as always leave me a comment…it brightens my day!
Okay, so I’m wayyyy behind! The Winter/Fall gave me and my daughter a BIG welcome by supplying us with a flu/cold that most definitely isn’t 24 hours!!! I’m just now able to function enough to do what I can to catch up. An ER visit was almost a must for me, but I was able to push through it and here I am still trying to stay afloat! I’ve had to rejuggle so many sessions, thank goodness for wonderful understanding clients! Boo on you flu season! Here is a sneak peek that I know Mom is super excited to see!
So, this session was supposed to be held in this gorgeous field that I had specifically scouted out for this particular family….well, when we got there on there session day, someone decided they needed to mow down the entire field leaving only the brownest dirt and trees. CRAP!!! So, we improvised and it turned out gorgeous! I love the fall feel to these. Of course this gorgeous family can outshine any background I put them in! Love you guys!
PS. Remember to Enter the contest a post down from this one!
If you don’t know already….I ADORE pictures that show family connection and love! They are so sweet and priceless and every time you walk by it hanging on your wall, it will put a smile on your face regardless of the mood you may be in.
This one is my FAVORITE! Makes me smile everytime I see it! I love that you can tell what each kid is thinking!
It’s already November and it’s that time again for another fun contest! I thought I would change it up a bit and share one of my favorite stores to shop at. ANTHROPOLOGIE! I adore this place! It always has the greatest accessories, along with some amazing outfits, and if you are in the mood to do some decorating, they also have some great home decor too. Couldn’t ask for more! Here are some things I love…
Hmmm…maybe my sweet dear Husband will take a hint for Christmas.
November 6, 2009 - 9:01 pmJamie - I love Janelle Joy photography because you have the cutest little girl! Totally true but, you also have amazing talents. Love you pictures. Also what a fun contest : )
November 6, 2009 - 9:06 pmJamie - oh ya and I did add it to my blog. : )
November 7, 2009 - 11:57 pmStaci - I love Janelle Joy photography because your pictures are CRYSTAL CLEAR! I tell everyone I know to go to you, because your colors always WOW me! You were also SOOOOOOO patient when you took the grandkids shot with 8 kids climbing all over your house & we will owe you forever for that!
November 9, 2009 - 1:53 pmStephanie - I have actually been following your blog for a while and the thing I love about your photoraphy is your sharp pictures. They are so crisp and you also rock at sunflare! You are a great photographer!!!
November 9, 2009 - 9:24 pmSusie - Sent a long email about how much Janelle Joy Photography is the best! :)
November 10, 2009 - 12:21 amDusti Lewis - i love everything about your photography, esp the lighting and how natural it is! i wish that i coould get my photos taken by you!
November 10, 2009 - 5:47 amSummer - I love your colors, lighting and all the cool areas you have been finding (especially the one in the corn field)!
November 10, 2009 - 6:27 amJulie - Who doesn't love your use of light. You seriously rock at that bright sun thing. Me- I'm praising above when I get a cloudy day but I know you like your sunshine. You are really good at it and you have a definite style about your work that is bright, clear and vivid. Love it!
November 10, 2009 - 8:18 pmmegs - Your photographs radiate with light, color, and emotion! They are bright and convey a sense of peace and happiness. I can tell that you are truly passionate about people as well as photography. Very professional!
November 11, 2009 - 4:50 amStaci - I blogged about your contest!!! :)
November 14, 2009 - 11:19 pmKim - That was the funnest and easiest photograph session yet last night. Thanks SOO Much! You are amazing and I am so happy that it went so fabulously. Whew. What a relief to have that done. We can't wait to see the pics! And what a fun and generous contest! We love you and your amazing photography/editing talents for lots of reasons... You are so patient & great with kids... so creative... have an incredible eye for what is going to make a great pic... capture personalities like no one else is able to... the lighting in your photographs is captured perfectly... your photo editing is superb... the print quality of the pictures we have ordered is outstanding- hands down the best around... we love the reaction we get from EVERYONE who admires and loves the pics you have taken for us.... you are so down to earth and personable and friendly and great to work with, which makes all the difference in getting pics we are happy with. I could go on and on... so thanks again- talk to you soon!
November 16, 2009 - 11:28 pmBeth@The Stories of A to Z - I'm new to your site, but from what I have seen so far I would have to say that your lighting in your photos is A-mazing! Gorgeous!!!
November 17, 2009 - 5:48 pmChaya - I facebooked! http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/cjudkinsallen?ref=profile heres the link!
November 17, 2009 - 5:50 pmChaya - I love the way you photograph! Such amazing talent!
November 19, 2009 - 7:05 pmMegan Papworth - Can other photographers enter? :) I love your use of light and the way the eyes on your photos pop out! Great work!
November 20, 2009 - 4:33 amKim Dover - Hey Janelle! Hope the flu bug is a thing of the past and you are feeling better in time for the weekend! I posted this contest on my blog with some of the recent sneak peek pics! Talk to you soon.... thx!
November 25, 2009 - 12:43 pmTarynn richards - I love how you make the colors POP!
November 29, 2009 - 10:45 pmfawn - I just blogged at http://thelittlestdeer.blogspot.com/ :)
November 29, 2009 - 10:47 pmfawn - Thank you for a chance to enter. The best part about your photography is the way it touches the human spirit. I'm sure your clients are extremely pleased!!!
December 3, 2009 - 4:40 pmStaci - Did you pick a winner yet?! :)
I am fully into the Christmas season and trying so hard to keep my head afloat. I love this time of year working with past and new clients.
For those of you who don’t follow me on facebook here are some recent pictures that I haven’t had a chance to post here. We went out on a location scout and I LOVE this place. The lighting was beautiful and so was “Tinkerbell”
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