Photography for silly little weirdos.
Welcome new friend!
I’m Erika and I have been photographing Virginia weddings since 2015! Joy Shots Photography offers a unique blend of documentary wedding photography and classic, timeless portraiture that will be treasured as family heirlooms.
Joy Shots is based in Lynchburg, Virginia, making it easy to travel to DC, Richmond, the Shenandoah Valley, the New River Valley, and beyond for remarkable weddings like yours!
Your wedding is not a photoshoot.
At the end of the day, if you feel like you were part of an elaborate magazine photoshoot, I have failed you. I want you to immerse fully in your day, enjoy every moment, and I place a priority on you spending as much time as you can with each other and your guests!
Real and Authentic.
I promise you, everyone you see on my site is a “real” person. Not hired models, not a staged wedding, but a real wedding or session that had all the hiccups and humanity that might accompany your own wedding celebration or photo session.
From our first video call I’m learning your unique personalities and the quirks of your one of a kind relationship so that I can imagine ways to bring the real you to life in your photos. I’ll gently coach you through prompts to help you feel natural even during staged photos and I’ll help you plan a wedding day that isn’t just a fancy photoshoot.
Learn more for yourself.
Listen. I get it. It’s the internet. Anyone can say what they want. So don’t just trust me.
Trust the hundreds of couples and families I’ve worked with over the years!
If you’re interested in talking more about your unique wedding day, start by checking out what I offer then send me an email to set up a time to chat face to face.
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Our journey together starts with a few quick clicks! Reach out now and let’s make some magic together.