Joyfully Rooted

My most recent session was extra special. 📷️ 🌿

This one was for my sister.

She recently started law school and needed updated headshots to match the incredible season she is stepping into. And honestly? Getting to be the one behind the camera for this felt like such a gift.

If you know my sister you already know how hard she works and how much she deserves every single thing coming her way. Watching her chase this dream has been one of my favorite things and I am so proud of her.

This is exactly why I do what I do. Not just for the big weddings or the milestone sessions but for the moments like this one. The quiet in between moments where someone is stepping into a whole new version of themselves and they need someone to capture it.

Congratulations kid! Law school looks so good on you! 🤍

If you or someone you know needs updated headshots, branding photos, or any kind of session to mark a new season of life I would love to be your photographer. DM me or visit my website to book and get on the calendar!

https://joyfullyrooted.pixieset.com/siders/

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

Siders Photo collection by Joyful Moments Photography

Floral nails: yay or nay? 🌹 Let's settle this!

It's National Red Rose Day, so I'm putting it to a vote. Are you a floral nail girly, or do you keep it clean and simple?

Tell me in the comments 👇️
🌹 = YES, give me all the florals!
🤍 = Nope, I'm a simple set kind of girl

There's no wrong answer -- I just love knowing what you're into so I can dream up sets you'll actually want to wear. And honestly? Florals or simple, every set is made with the same love and rooted in teh same little seed of faith. 🌱

Drop your emoji and let's see which side wins!

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

There's something so special about capturing family right before everything changes. 🤍

I had the absolute joy of photographing my sister-in-law as she prepares to welcome baby number four, and let me tell you, this session was pure fun. So much love, so many sweet moments, and so much anticipation for the little one joining this beautiful family soon.

Maternity sessions hold a tender kind of magic. They freeze that in-between season, the waiting, the hoping, the dreaming, and let you hold onto it forever.

We can't wait to meet you, sweet baby boy! You are already so deeply loved. 💛

https://joyfullyrooted.pixieset.com/longfamily2026/

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

Booking maternity & family sessions now -- DM me!

Long Family 2026 Photo collection by Joyful Moments Photography

Ask me anything! 💅 📷️ 👇️

Whether you're curious about custom press-ons or thinking about booking a session, let's get all your questions answered in one place. Drop them in the comments and I'll reply to every single one!

Not sure what to ask? Here's what people always wonder about:

Press-ons💅 💛 How long do they actually last?💛 How do I get the right size?💛 Will they damage my natural nails?

Photography📷️ 💛 What types of sessions do you offer?💛 How far in advance should I book?💛 When do I get my photos back?

No question is too small -- first-timers and longtime followers, ask away! I'm an open book. 🌱

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Mathew 17:20

The magic is in the details. ✨️ (swipe to see the before & after👉️ )

Editing is where a good photo becomes THE PHOTO. It's not about changing what was there -- it's about bringing out what I saw in the moment: the warmth of the light, the softness of the colors, the feeling that made me press the shutter in the first place.

This is the part of my work I pour the most love into, because it's what makes your gallery feel timeless instead of just snapshots. Years from now, this is what you'll come back to. 🌱

Booking summer sessions now -- link in bio or DM me to get on the calendar.

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

How to order your custom press-ons 💅 (it's easier than you think!)

✨️ Step 1: fill out the order form (link in bio) -- pick your shape, length, and design.
✨️ Step 2: I'll create your set with 10 custom-fit nails, made just for you.
✨️ Step 3: Choose shipping anywhere in the US, or local pickup if you're nearby.
✨️ Step 4: Apply, wear, and enjoy a fresh set that actually lasts. 🌱

The details: 💛 Simple sets $35-$50 (ready in 3-5 days) 💛 Designed sets $45-$60 (ready in 1-2 weeks)

No salon appointment, no dry time, no chips a day later -- just a beautiful set whenever you want one. Ready to order? Link in bio or DM me!

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move. -- Matthew 17:20

Rooted Nails

June is filling up! 📅

My weekends are almost gone (just a couple spots left!), but I've got some great weeknight availability still open -- and honestly, evening sessions are some of my favorites! That golden hour light right before sunset? Unmatched. 🌅

Whether it's a family session, senior photos, a branding shoot, or something you've been meaning to book "one of these days" -- this is your sign. Weeknights are wide open and going fast.

Check the calendar, find a date that works, and let's get you on the books. Link in bio or send me a DM to claim your spot. 🌱

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

Let me tell you why it's called Joyfully Rooted. 🌱

When I was dreaming up this brand, I kept coming back to one verse -- the one about faith as small as a mustard seed. Because that's exactly how this started. Not with a big plan or any certainty it would work, just a small seed of maybe I can do this and a whole lot of trust.

"Joyfully" is the posture -- choosing joy in the work, in the slow days, in the building. "Rooted" is the foundation -- staying grounded in my faith no matter how things grow. Every set of nails, every session I photograph, every little piece of this comes back to that.

So if you've ever supported this brand, you've been part of watching a mustard seed grow. Thank you for that. 💛

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20

This is what it's all about. 📷️

My momma always believed that photos are how we hold onto the moments that matter, the ones that go by too fast to fully catch in real time. That belief is the whole reason I picked up a camera, and it's still the heart of every session I shoot.

A photo isn't just an image. It's the way you'll remember how this season felt -- the people, the light, the little in-between moments you didn't want to forget. Years from now, this is what you'll come back to.

If there's a moment in your life worth holding onto, let's capture it. Book today -- link in bio or send me a message. 🌱

"If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move,' and it will move." -- Matthew 17:20