Sara Joy Photography

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Capturing the unique and precious moments of life has become a passion of mine. For years I've taken photos, but it has only been throughout the past three years that I've embraced it fully. I'm so excited to see what the future holds...

Three years ago my photography career began after my husband bought me my first digital SLR camera. Since then I've photographed weddings, kids, families, babies, engagements and high school seniors...and loved every minute of it!

June 2010 brought joy to my heart as my husband James and I welcomed our first baby boy, Sam, into our family. I realize that nothing will ever be the same now that he has invaded my heart and life. Grateful doesn't even come close to how I feel.

Since having Sam I realize that life is more precious than I ever realized and I long to capture it fully through the lens of my camera. To do this for others is a true privilege and honor. When I am welcomed into any intimate moment- I treat it as a blessing and an opportunity to serve.

Weddings invaded my life in 2011, but I still take time to photograph families, babies, baby bellies, seniors...etc. Please contact me for any type of inquiry...I love working with a wide variety of opportunities.

My heart is dedicated to Jesus and I give Him all the glory for each photo I take, for I am only capturing what He created in the first place...

Thank you for visiting my blog and taking the time to view my work. Please...stay a while :)

May 01 2012

Stephanie & Ryan {She said “Yes!”}

It feels like summer here in Colorado. Some people may argue with me, but for a girl who does not like the heat…a 72 degree day feels like summer. And so…I’m craving a root beer float. Moving on…

I’m so excited to introduce you to Stephanie and Ryan. Two people who have become two of my favorite people! We got together last month and took these engagement photos…and had the best time.

Stephanie and Ryan are getting married in July…which can’t come soon enough. They’ve been dating for many years and when Ryan proposed it was only natural that Stephanie would say “Yes!” Graduates from the United States Air Force Academy, they know discipline and hard work, which is paying off in their personal lives. Ryan now works for the Academy and Stephanie works in Utah. It will be so fun to see them together as a married couple…conquering the world!

It will be an absolute honor to join them in July as I photograph their wedding! I simply can’t wait. Most likely it’ll be hotter than 72 degrees that day…I’ll have to dress light and bring a root beer float!

Um. I love these two. One of my favorites from the day…Always having a good time together. Colorado.Nothing like a Colorado blue sky…Another favorite.

Congratulations Stephanie and Ryan! The countdown to July begins!!!

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Baby Asher {Welcome to this World}

If you know me at all…babies are delicious to me. Seriously. I love everything about them. Their newness is wonderful.

Which is why it gives me great pleasure to introduce baby Asher to you. He was about 3 weeks old when we took these photos and was a total delight and joy to work with.

Usually I suggest doing newborn photos within the first week to 10 days of life, but this was a last minute shoot and Asher’s age didn’t matter one bit! He was super easy. Super darling. I wanted to take him home with me, but I don’t think his parents were ok with it. Oh well

Enjoy these shots of sweet baby Asher!

Here is Asher with his beautiful mama – Claire. Who…I might add had him at home with no drugs. She’s super woman. Seriously.Asher’s room was so sweet and peaceful. I loved all the details. Baby feet. Adorable.
Does it get much better than this?! Do you want to squeeze him? I do.

What a sweet little bundle. Asher’s the best. Welcome to this world dear boy!

Posted in Babies, Newborn

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Valentine’s Day!! – The Albracht’s {This is family}

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than to feature the Albracht family? Are they not adorable? And I must say they all look incredible in front of a red wall. I think I would look awkward in front of a red wall. Seriously. Moving on…

This sweet family has a creative tradition – they send out a Valentine’s Day card every year instead of a Christmas card. I love it. And I loved the opportunity to be part of it this year!

Please enjoy this post, this family, and most of all…your Valentine’s Day! Tell someone you love ‘em today.

Elle and Abby are twins. Totally photogenic. And so much fun!!These were my favorite shots of the day…Flowers anyone?! Beautiful girls. Beautiful sunlight.I just like this. A lot.