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Meet your new biggest fan

I have set out on a mission to empower each and every client that I work with. Whether it be my seniors, business babes, or brides-- my ultimate goal is to capture the beauty that everyone else already sees (and have fun while doing so, of course!)

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This is how we do it:

Every client that I work with is truly unique, which is why no experience is going to be exactly the same. However, you can expect to laugh, feel love, make memories, and receive those memories in captured form. My style is warm, true to color, playful at times, classic and timeless.

Capturing life just as it is.

The JTP
Experience

Watch Karina on the finale of Farmer wants a Wife S3 TONIGHT on @realityclubfox to see how her story on the farm ends! You won’t want to miss it 🤠🐴❤�️

We love a bestie grad session on Bascom ❤️🎓

This is hands down the cutest gallery I have ever delivered. My sister has the most adorable little family 🥹

Warm, inviting, fall time cocktail hour 🥂🍂

Second shot for @lavenderandoakstudios

Spring is SO here 🌷

Jewlery: @boldnesswithabun
Photography: @joyfultimesphotography
Venue: @orchidandoliveevents
Hair & Makeup: @jaideco.bridalartistry
Clothing: @blackbirchco

Consider this your sign that it’s time to appreciate yourself more fully— book that confidence session ✨

A beautiful fall wedding day 🍂

Second shot for the best: @lavenderandoakstudios

This and the parent trap soundtrack on repeat 🌷☀️

I love big branding sessions:

🎀 The girlhood
💭 The conversations
💇🏼‍♀️ The hairspray in the air
🧀 The snacks
👚 The outfits
💕The new friends made
⚡️The ENERGY!!!

There is truly nothing else like it.

Hey there, I’m Jess—a photographer, marketer, and lifelong people lover. I truly believe everyone deserves to have their story captured exactly as it is, and it’s such an honor when I’m chosen to do just that.

By day, I work as a marketing content creator for the Girl Scouts, and I absolutely love it. Photography remains one of my biggest passions, and choosing not to pursue it full-time allows me the freedom to get creative and pour my heart into every session I book. Through both my full-time job and photography, I’m fortunate enough to impact women and young people—and that’s something I’m incredibly grateful for.

I’m obsessed with my clients. Getting to know them and capturing their unique essence is truly one of the greatest honors.

My style has evolved over the years, and I’m thankful to keep learning and growing. Photography connects me with others in such a special way—sometimes I forget just how powerful that is.

A little more about me:
• I got my first camera at age 9
• I’m passionate about branding
• Empowering others fuels me
• I’ll probably say “CUTE” at least 100 times during our session
• I’m currently binge-watching old seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race
• I love connecting with other business owners—it’s almost as exciting as the sessions themselves
• I’m excited to work with more queer clients 🏳️‍🌈

Thank you for following along on this journey!
<3 Jess

Gotta sample the post-spray champagne

Second shot for the best @lavenderandoakstudios

I’m curious about something!! If you’ve never gotten professional portraits taken, why not??

the most adorable little family to ever exist

• Keeping your secrets •

Getting to keep my clients secrets is one of my most favorite parts of the job. Sharing the exciting jitters and capturing special moments before the rest of the world knows is an honor. From pregnancy announcements to engagements— I want it ALL!

And I absolutely positively pinkie promise that your secrets are safe with me.

Still can’t get over this intimate garden wedding 💫

Cozy indoor confidence sessions— who’s in?!

Sunset portraits from the most beautiful day 🌅

Second shot for the incredible @lavenderandoakstudios

Simple, classic & down to earth. Sometimes all you need is a few props and some sunshine! 🎞️✨

Happy small business Saturday! 🛍️

Thank you to everyone who has supported JTP this past year, it means the world! Getting to share my passion with others is the absolute best and if it wasn’t for you all, I wouldn’t be able to do so.

I’m always looking for more small business to support, so tag a few of your favorites below!! 🛒

The most stunning bride & gorgeous venue!!

Second shot for the incredible @lavenderandoakstudios

I suppose it’s time for a re-introduction, huh?

Hi, I’m Jess— a photographer, marketeer, lover of humans, and auntie. I truly believe that everyone should have the privilege of having their life captured each year (or more), and am honored when I’m chosen to do so.

Post-college I have taken a slight step back from photography, as my full time job takes more energy and time than classes did. During the day, I work as a marketing content creator for the Girl Scouts and I love every minute of it. HOWEVER, photography has remained a huge passion of mine, and choosing to not do it full time allows me to be extra creative and pour myself into the sessions that I DO take.

I’m obsessed with my clients. Getting to know & capture people just as they are is literally the best thing ever. On the flip side— brands & businesses challenge me to think outside the box and that’s pretty darn cool, too.

My style and niche have transformed over the last several years, and I’m thankful to always be learning new things. Photography allows me to connect with others— something I often find myself taking for granted.

More about me:
• I recently became an auntie!
• I got my first camera at age 9
• I graduated from UW-Whitewater
• I’m passionate about empowering others
• I will probably say “cuuuuute” 100 times during our session
• I think getting to meet other photogs is almost as cool as meeting new clients
• I love trying new things!
• Tik tok is my guilty pleasure
• I’d love to serve more queer clients

Thank you for being here,
<3 Jess

The warm, sunny, summer nights are slipping away a bit too soon 🌅🍂

The absolute most perfect day | Effie + Ryan 💍🎀
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second shot for @megadamikcreative

Have you ever considered an in-home session?

Getting the chance to photograph family is always the best. Auntie duties here I come! 🍼👶🏼

Before we know it, @boldnesswithabun will be MARRIED 🎀🌷🩷

Who else is watching the love island finale tonight?!

The most beautiful, genuine, and intimate wedding day that I’ve had the honor of capturing. This couple & their families were seriously the most welcoming and kind hearted people. I absolutely love days like these⛲️🌷

The most precious grad 🥹 I met Sadie when she was a freshman at uww and I encouraged her to go Greek. She joined DZ (my sorority). I can’t believe she’s graduated but I’m so glad I got to capture her 💜

Timeless & fresh portraits are my favorite 🤩

Simple maternity photos always feel so special to me

Seniors, how are you spending your last days in college? 🎓🍻

Just a casual stroll through the Capitol

Sessions like this seriously remind me why I keep my business name as Joyful Times. There’s truly nothing else like capturing a season of pure joy 🥹🎓

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Joyful Times

Our story-- how it all started

Hey there, I'm Jess-- or Jessica Joy to be exact. I came up with the name "Joyful Times Photography" in 7th grade during math class and started designing my first logo on the whiteboard I was supposed to be writing answers on. My middle name is joy, and I strive to create a joyful experience for my clients-- thus "Joyful Times". Now, about 11 years later, that same name has remained for the same reasons I came up with it in the first place.

Let's capture joy together

Testimonial

"Jess was amazing during our session! It was so hot outside, yet she was positive and engaging the entire time. My fiancé and I are not the best photo takers, and Jess knew how to position us so that we would get the best shots! I would recommend Jess to anyone looking for a fun, helpful photographer!" -Allie