Meredith Joy Photography LLC

You would never know from these photos that we were ducking in and out of the rain most of Bryan and Olivia‘s wedding day. Not even rain could dampen the joy and love between this beautiful couple and the community they built around them. There were just too many lovely moments to choose only ten slides for insta, but you do not want to miss the most unique exit I have ever captured at the end!

Bryan & Olivia | A few golden hour portraits from their gorgeous day. Get ready for some wedding to fill the feed!

Sweet moments with Mama 🥰

The Cizauskas Family | Hoping to have field minis all wrapped up today!

Sweet moments of the Wilterink’s walking out of their session. It’s so, so good to be shooting in the fields again!
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All of these lifestyle newborn sessions have my heart! So organic, low pressure on the other babes, just enjoying being together.

All of these lifestyle newborn sessions have my heart! So organic, low pressure on the other babes, just enjoying being together.

The joy is this shot 🥰 needed a tile here

I’m signing off for the weekend. I hope you all have a lovely one!

Willow mini galleries are uploading today. They will be in inboxes by tomorrow morning! So many lovely families and so much glow 😍 I shoot almost entirely on our farm now, help me decide if I should offer this location again next year? Vote in the poll below ⬇️

BOOKING UPDATE: I just had a 7:20 PM opening for the field here on the farm this Thursday, June 6. I’m just about fully booked, so here are my last openings for the summer:

JUNE: FULL
JULY: 1 opening
AUGUST: 2 Simple & Sweet Minis
SEPTEMBER : 2 Simple & Sweet Minis

Swipe to see mini locations and book using the link in my bio ⬆️

Peep my stories for a little bit of the Maycember craziness that’s over-taken our house the past couple weeks. Field trips, spring baby animals, soccer x2 kids, and the end of school stuff. 😅 It all wrapped up today, so I’m onto to finishing up Willow Mini galleries. I’ll be sharing those sneaks this week!

Clark Family | Blossoms
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To difficult to choose favorites of this one! Sending your gallery over now!
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Those eyes!
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Blossom Mini galleries are the first in my queue. Hoping to have them in your inbox in the next couple days 🤍
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of you wonderful, beautiful mamas!

An honest talk about my socials: Early on in my business, posting every day was a huge priority… and Insta still favors those who do. But after all the shooting and editing (which I enjoy), taking more time away from my family to be a content creator (which I do not super enjoy) just couldn’t remain a priority. I read a stat that said 85% of photographers quit after their second year in business. That would be true for me if I hadn’t cut out some of these extras early on. It also has helped me serve you better and keep my turnaround times fast. I’ll always keep sharing your beautiful families on here, but it will never be an every day thing. I’ve gotten many of my best clients through word of mouth, so I hope you’ll keep passing my name along. It means the world to me that you do, so I’m adding a referral discount this year! Thanks for trusting me to capture these precious fleeting days!

This shot breaks all the photography rules… but sometimes you just have to do that!
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The beautiful and her girly

🤭 The orchards are starting to bloom! That means the start of my busiest shooting season (now through fall actually 😅). Getting butterflies I’m so excited to get back out there!
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AND if you didn’t catch my life/calendar update, I took on some extra things, reorganized my priorities and have less availability than last year. Openings are dwindling, so if you haven’t grabbed your spot on my schedule be sure to do that as soon as you can! (Link to book in the bio.)

BLOSSOM MINI UPDATE!!! If you are booked for these minis, please check your inbox for an update on early reschedule options! The good news is- the weather next week looks so warm and lovely 🙌🏻

Apple blossoms are looking like they could be up to two weeks early this year. If you are on my list for Blossom Minis, I will be contacting you to touch base on an early reschedule so we don’t miss the blooms!

Thankful for every time I get to capture this gorgeous family. They’ve got a knack for making the most easy-going babies… and that hair!! 😍 with Johannah Giannaris and Steve Giannaris

Just a quick preview for this sweet fam while I’m out of the office enjoying some North Carolina sunshine 🌊☀️🏖️ I will be back to answering e-mails and socials on Monday!

It is such a privilege to watch your families grow!
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Thanks for letting me come along for the ride and for the BTS shots (Peep my stories) Your babies are a dream to photograph so I’m just going to stick this favorite back in my feed 🤩

All the spring cake smash inquiries 🥳 Always a yes to having your babes cake smash out in the golden sun!

Last day to apply to be on the MJP Senior Influencer team! I’ll just be over here doing a happy dance about the 🤩 🤩🤩 applications that have come in!

My inbox is filling up with Senior Influencer Applications and I couldn’t be more thrilled! 🙌🏻 Dont forget to turn in yours by THIS SATURDAY!
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I will spend Sunday reviewing them and e-mail you Monday with your status and answers to your questions. 🤍⬇️
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And because I don’t want anyone to miss out, payment plans are available if needed. Just mention it in the questions section of your application. 🥰

2024 Senior Influencers applications are OPEN this week only!! These are for 2025 seniors who want to make the most of their senior year and agree to represent the MJP brand on socials. You will receive a bunch of perks in addition to their Senior Experience Session.

Perks include:
✨Professional photos with your friends at various desirable and seasonal locations (think sunflowers, beach, fall foliage, city, etc)
✨FREE Cap and Gown Mini Session
✨Digital/shareable images from every shoot
✨Prom/Formal 10% Discount and Priority Booking
✨Your own individual premium photo session
✨A professional reference for college and job applications
✨Senior Style Guide
✨Earn $25 print credit for every friend you refer!

Spots are limited, message me to apply!

Senior Sunday! The blossoms are a beautiful location for a senior shoot and they only last a couple days! If you haven’t started talking about where your senior wants their photos and what kind of feel they are looking for, definitely start the conversation now. Parents are often surprised by what their Senior is envisioning and some locations are only available during certain seasons.
*Senior Influencer Applications are due Saturday, March 9* Message me for yours!

MINIS are open to everyone now!

TO BOOK: Please be sure you are available for the rain date as well as the primary date.
See available spots here:

https://meredithjoyphotography.pixieset.com/booking/simple-sweet-seasonal-mini

*Signed contract and $50 deposit officially reserves your spot.* You will receive those within 24 hours of booking.