MEET YOUR wedding & elopement PHOTOGRAPHER
I’m here to capture that feeling— the one that words can’t quite express. The one that makes your heart beat a little faster. That indescribable thrill. Where the whole world fades away, replaced by the only thing that matters: . The magic and mystery of love and being loved and being love.
I’m here to tell your story, because I believe that everyone has a story worth telling, and everyone deserves a seat at the table. I’m here to hold up a mirror, to show you the beauty you’re too close to see. I’m here to walk alongside you, to find the truest you, to gather your love into a frame. I’m here to help you remember the things that matter and the things that leave too quickly.
I’m here to give your stories a place to live forever.
hi, i'm jaymi joy
based in michigan - fly me anywhere
your unique experience
I believe in celebrating your love in a way that feels completely natural to you, whether that’s running around an open field or sipping coffee at your favorite hometown hangout. Let’s take a step back from the industry and trends going around, and let’s find what makes your heart soar. If it’s big landscapes and open spaces, we just might be the perfect fit.
I’m inspired by nature and human connection. I want the sun, the wind, the rain, all of it: anything and everything that lends to your unique experience and story. Look through some of my past galleries to get inspiration for your perfect day.
krista + ryan
anna + jake
hannnah + Jake
destiny + austin
reillie + marshal
galleries
FEATURED
"Jaymi is so kind, friendly, and confident in what she does! She created a comfortable atmosphere where I was just able to be myself and feel beautiful enough to have my picture taken."
sarah & jonah
"Jaymi is so easy to talk to, which helped me to be able to share my questions no matter how unimportant they seemed, and she was there to help in any way she could. She made my wedding so magical and she captured so many moments that I’ll cherish in my heart forever."
esther & trey
taylor & corey
"My favorite thing about working with Jaymi was her laugh! She made it easy. She made us relaxed and it didn't even feel like she was there taking photos."
"Jaymi is a very kind and intentional person which made her an automatic friend. She’s trustworthy, talented and kind—
I recommend her to everyone! I’m so thankful to her for being a part of the best day of my life and for capturing it so well!"
sage & josh
"I loved Jaymi's enthusiasm and energy. :) I would recommend her to anyone looking for photos. She is so talented and makes photo shoots comfortable. She is driven, she is extremely reliable and timely, and she has such a charm about her."
leslie & dylan
LOVE NOTES
wherever your love takes me
If you’re the kind of couple who wants the intimacy of an elopement or the adventure of a destination wedding, I’m here for it. Traditional is beautiful, but the unconventional is magic. Your once-in-a-lifetime day deserves a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
I love the newness and uniqueness of a wedding story designed by a thoughtful, out-of-the-box couple. Documenting your day in an especially special place would be my dream come true. I will fly anywhere and follow every detail.
2023 travel dates
frequently visiting
Seattle, Washington
april 28 - May 4
fort collins, colorado
may 21 - 28
corbin, kentucky
august 4 - 12
fort collins, colorado
spruce pine, north carolina
greenville, south carolina
Goshen, indiana
wooster, ohio
MY BUCKET LIST
the pnw
montana
utah
alaska
hawaii
fly me
anywhere
mt. rainier np glacier np
yosemite np
rocky mt. np
arches np
iceland
Greece
switzerland
italy
New zeeland
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style guide
Choosing an outfit that feels true to your personality, looks flattering on, and fits visually into the aesthetic of the photo shoot can definitely be a challenge. That's why I created a simple and comprehensible style guide to help walk you through some do's and don'ts when deciding what to wear to your next photo shoot. The best news? It's free!