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Michelle Joy Photography

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About
"Never settle for less than excellence." This statement is my motto when it comes to photography, and really everything else I pursue in life. Whether you are a bride, high school senior, or a mom trying desperately to make your two-year-old smile for the camera, my mission when you stand in front of my lens is to deliver the most enjoyable experience possible. When I sit behind my computer to edit, I will tweak until the final image is exactly what I envisioned. Why deliver something mediocre when there is a chance for something excellent? Wedding and portrait collections from Michelle Joy Photography always include high resolution edited digital images with a full print release. My pricing is flexible, so you can always ask if a collection doesn't fit exactly within your needs! We also partner with my husband's DJ company Josh Staley Productions, who was just voted #1 in the Columbus area on Thumbtack! If you are looking for a top notch wedding DJ, we offer discounted pricing when you book with both of us. :) If you would like more information, please visit my website at michellejoyphoto.com! I'd love to hear more about your wedding and make sure we'd be the perfect fit. My favorite part of my job is the smile on clients' faces when they see the finished product. As a photographer, that look of joy confirms that I have done my job right!
Overview

Hired 7 times

12 years in business

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Services offered
Photoshoot type

Proposal photoshoot

Posed engagement photoshoot

Photo style

Traditional posed

Candid

Artful composition and lighting

Natural or environmental

Wedding photographer also needed

Yes

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Reviews
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Shawnna V.

Apr 24, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

Portrait Photography
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Adena D.

Oct 15, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

We had a wonderful experience having Staley Photography do our wedding photos! Michelle was so nice and very helpful and does a great job of capturing the moments!
Wedding Photography
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Cheryl C.

Apr 7, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

My brothers and sister and I wanted to re-create a pic from almost 50 yrs ago when we were little to give to our parents for their 60th wedding anniversary. We also wanted a good recent photo of the 5 of us. Michelle did a great job in a very timely manner and was always quick to get back with any questions I had.Very pleasant experience.
Portrait Photography
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Marla C.

Mar 25, 2015

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Michelle S.

Oct 17, 2015

Michelle has taken family photos for us twice now, and the pictures have been WONDERFUL both times. She is flexible, patient, and efficient.

FAQs

  • How did you get started doing this type of work?

    Ever since childhood, I have walked around with a camera attached to my hip. My family members and friends would roll their eyes when I pulled it out and said "Smile!!!!" at the strangest of moments. My friends and I would have "photo shoots" where we would dress up, do our makeup, and take pictures of each other. Now that I'm older, I still love being behind the camera - except now I've graduated from my old point-and-shoot to some nicer equipment. There's no better career than one you love!

  • What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

    Make sure the photographer you hire understands what you want. Nothing is worse than hiring sometime to capture life's most precious moments, only to discover that the end product is not at all what you envisioned. Hire someone reliable who knows how to listen more than talk!

  • What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

    Photography is so much more than just buying nice equipment. If you have a special event coming up, I would highly recommend hiring a professional photographer to capture the special day. We put hours of thought into lighting, posing, and post-production editing to make every detail perfect. A relative who happens to own a DSLR just won't deliver the same artistic quality as a professional. Plus, if you hire an outside party, your relative will get to enjoy themselves without the added pressure or distractions that photographing an event can bring. We are worth the money! :)

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