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Welcome to my Blog!

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

She’s 9 months {Gilbert, AZ Child Photographer}

Yes this is very late………. and it’s a HUGE post, but I’ve been really bad at posting and it’s been eating at me.  I took Brent and the girls out for Ila’s 9 month pictures because I wanted some more pictures with Brent in them with the same outfits from our family pictures.  I had the focus be on me during our family session because I’m NEVER in any, but when I was choosing what pictures to hang I realized I needed some without me too. HA!  I can’t believe how fast this year is flying!  I will post a few more from her 9 month session that we did impromptu in her room.  So keep checking back…..

By the way, Ila is now determined to have NO bows on her head so I just went with it until the very end when I asked Brent to try one more time to put it on.  Well I should have known that men aren’t good at placing bows on. So, there it is, right smack in the middle of her head and awkward looking. I LOVE it.  It’s special to me for many reasons, but mostly because it reminds me what a sweet Daddy he is!

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P Family {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

It’s always so much fun to photograph families that I know personally!  I’ve known and have been friends with the Mom for 20 years!  We met in 4th grade and have been friends ever since.  I’ve also known her sweet husband since High school. (Yes, they are high school sweethearts!) They have 2 beautiful girls and you can see how much they all adore each other.  What a gift it is to be able to capture such a special bond.  I love you Guys!  Let’s not let it be so long in between seeing each other next time!

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The Beautiful Desert {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

I was so excited when this client asked me for a desert look!  For most of my clients, living in Arizona and being in the desert scene all the time, this is the one location that is rarely used.  This cute family was visiting from Canada and when they contacted me to photograph their family they said the really wanted to make sure to have cactus in their pictures.  I LOVE how these turned out.  Maybe because it was something new and exciting, but I also think it’s  because there is so much beauty in the desert that is taken for granted.  I just may have my own family pictures taken here next time.  The light seems to be even more dreamy here than usual.

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My Family {Gilbert, AZ Family Phototgrapher}

So, it’s been 3 years since I’ve had a real family session done for myself.  Yes, I know shocking right!!!  We’ve just had so many unexpected trials pop up that has prevented us from having our pictures done, so this year was going to be my year!  My friend Sara and I traded sessions this year.  I LOVE how they turned out and can’t wait to hang them all over my home.  I am going huge!  Like 30×40 huge over my living room couch.  I will have to post a picture when it’s all done.  I hope all of you have a Merry Christmas! It’s been such a blessed year for our family.  It’s going to be so fun having our little one celebrating her first Christmas.  We’ve waited so long for this!  A day never goes by when I don’t feel so lucky to have my 2 girls.  How wonderful it is to have these family pictures to capture our family.  Thank you Sara!

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“A” Family {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

In my 5 years of photographing families, I have never come across a family that was so easy and fun to photograph. They really made my job way too easy.  I honestly could have photographed them all day!  They are all beyond adorable and I just love them!  Enjoy their feature!

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Family H {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

With the cold and flu’s going around, it’s been a bit crazy over here at my house.  We are finally at the end of it all….I hope!  I’m also having a moment of panicked stress that I haven’t even started my Christmas shopping yet!  Last year I was so good and had it all done before Halloween, but oh well, I usually find it more fun anyways when it actually feels like Christmas when I’m shopping.

I’m also loving all my clients this year!  This family was so easy and wonderful to work with.  The kids did so great and made my job so easy.  How could they not!, they are so cute!  I love all the family interaction and love they have.  This is my favorite thing to capture.  Enjoy!

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My 2011 Availability {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

So, I’m sad to say that I’m fully booked for 2011.  I am currently scheduling into January.  Please let me know soon if you would like to book a session after the holidays.

It’s been such a good year and it’s been so wonderful to be back doing what I love!  Thank you to all of my wonderful clients!  I love you all!

Hugs,

Janelle Joy

Family K {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

Can I just say how gorgeous this family is!  I’ve known Mom since high school and I just love her and her family.  What a great job I have to be able to work with families I know and love as well as meet so many new ones!  I love it! I also really love how these turned out.  This has been one of my favorite locations to shoot at lately.

Enjoy!

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R Family {Gilbert, AZ Family Photographer}

Yes, it’s true…2 posts in one week!  Tis the season!

This family was full of energy and really kept me on my toes.  I loved it!  I absolutely adore this little girl’s red hair.  I can’t wait for Ila’s to grow in more.  My fingers are crossed that she keeps her red hair.

Enjoy this beautiful family!

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She’s 6 months old! {Gilbert, AZ Children Photographer}

Warning,!  There is a TON of pictures in this post, because honestly I couldn’t pick just a few, and what can I say, I’m a proud Mom!  I did these pictures on different days and thought I would do part 1, 2, and 3 but knowing my blogging reputation these days, with it being my busy season, I thought I better do them all now or else it just won’t happen.

I wanted to make sure that I not only captured her cuteness at 6 months, but I wanted her sister in on it too, becuase I’m in awe of their bond they have together.  It makes me smile seeing them together.  I’m so happy that Ashlee has finally had her wish come true, a sister.  It was a long wait, but well worth it.

Ok, get ready for the picture marathon! 1, 2 ,3……GO!

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