The best brother in the world!
I stole my awesome brother Steve into the new studio space for a little bit recently... here's what we came up with...
March 21, 2010
March 10, 2010
Sometimes it's meant to be...
I don't normally put a lot of stock in fortune cookies, but this is the fortune I received this evening:
It made me start to think about all of the people I've met in the last few months or so, connections in the industry, people who inspire me, who PUSH me to be amazing, to live my best life, and to make my dreams a reality. I honestly feel like this fortune has already come true, but I have to say: I can't wait to see what comes next!
February 28, 2010
Awarded: 2010 Bride's Choice!
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Minneapolis, MN - February 28, 2010 - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced Joy Lengyel Photography has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Photography!
The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.
Joy Lengyel Photography is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.
“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”
For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today.
Introducing: Nicole Fae
I've had the pleasure of getting to know Nicole Fae of Makeup | Hair | Wardrobe by Nicole Fae these last few weeks, and let me tell you -- if you don't already know who she is, you will. If you are looking for someone to do your hair and makeup for the big day, or for your next portrait session, Nicole is your girl! Not only is she super talented, but she's super fun and personable and will put you right at ease. I stopped in on one of Nicole's make up classes a couple of weeks ago, and she does great work.
I'm pleased to announce that Nicole has agreed to waive her $35 travel fee for any of my clients that book us both for an upcoming session or event. This means that she will come to you and style you up in the comfort of your own home, or wherever you choose!
Also be sure to check out her make-up lessons -- you'll get personal, one-on-one instruction in an intimate setting, and maybe even a glass of wine!
February 21, 2010
BIG NEWS: Sixth Avenue Studios
Just a few photos of the outside for now -- once we're all moved in, I'll snap some more of the interior.
January 28, 2010
SHARING THE LOVE
LOVE. This is something that I really strive to capture in my photos. The stolen glances between a newly engaged couple. The first kiss as a married couple. The adoring eyes of new parents looking at their first born. The laughter of a child being tickled by his father. I love, love, LOVE being a part of these moments! And truly, I love my clients and everyone that I've gotten a chance to know and work with over the years -- you warm my heart, and I'm a super lucky girl to be welcomed into your lives!
So... what is love? I've pulled together a few quotes that either speak to me or make me laugh:
Love is the only sane and satisfactory answer to the problem of human existence.
~Eric Fromm
Gravitation is not responsible for people falling in love.
~Albert Einstein
When love is not madness, it is not love.
~Pedro Calderon de la Barca
Love means nothing in tennis, but it's everything in life.
~Author Unknown
The art of love... is largely the art of persistence.
~Albert Ellis
Love one another and you will be happy. It's as simple and as difficult as that.
~Michael Leunig
Love is, above all, the gift of oneself.
~Jean Anouilh
What the world really needs is more love and less paper work.
~Pearl Bailey
Love puts the fun in together, the sad in apart, and the joy in a heart.
~Author Unknown
In celebration of LOVE, I'll be sharing a little bit of it with all of my Facebook fans from now until Valentine's Day. Check the page for details!
January 22, 2010
MTH2010: Making Things Happen (The Video Response)
Yesterday, the Making Things Happen 2010 Tour came to Minneapolis, and I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to attend. Lara Casey and Jeff Holt lead the workshop, and it was AMAZING. In addition to Lara, Jeff, and myself, there were 11 other ladies from the local wedding industry in attendance, and it was such an awesome experience to form this circle of trust where everyone shared their dreams and passions and fears. The workshop is all about focusing on your passion, dreaming big, and facing the fears that get in your way of achieving big things. It's about getting you FIRED UP, and let me tell you -- I am. If you want a taste of the experience, check out Lara's blog post from this past November. I highly recommend everyone read it -- it's not just for those of us in the wedding industry, but for anyone with that big dream that feels unachievable. I came away from yesterday's workshop believing that ANYTHING is achievable.
So this brings me to my first video blog. I was given the challenge by Lara and Jeff to do this when I got home last night, to document that moment, how I was feeling in that moment, so I would always have it to go back to on the days when it may seem easier to just give up. Moving my business forward has been a challenge, but I am so fired up and inspired and ready to make big things happen! I made the video, not knowing if I'd share it or not... but I've decided that I want to. It's a little scary and a little exciting to put myself out here in this way, I do admit... but this is me. So bear with me -- it's about 10 minutes long, and I kind of just went with it, but I hope that it speaks to some of you on some level.
Without further ado...
January 20, 2010
Dear Blog...
I know I have neglected you for a couple of months, and I'm sorry... but there's somebody else. A LOT of somebodies, actually -- dare I say over 200? Now, I know what you're thinking, but let me explain -- it really all was for the greater good. I traveled to NY to meet dear little Sam and to capture some great photos of him with mom + dad. Back in MN, there was the K Family, the Z Family, the L/R Family, and the T Family -- all lovely families, beautiful children, and even a couple of adorable pups! The amazing experience of Help-Portrait -- our great team of 20+ photographers, hair and makeup artists, and assistants helped to serve over 150 people in need by giving them a free portrait for the holidays at the Harbor Light Center in Minneapolis. The holidays, of course, came and went with great family and friends and AMAZING food, followed by the Lee Family holiday party. And this one may hurt, but I've been spending a bit more time with Twitter -- what can I say? She needs me. Finally, there are the two newest interests -- Dane Sanders and Lara Casey -- complete inspiration. Now, I know that this seems like a lot, but I'm telling you the honest truth, because I think we can work this out, and move forward into 2010 together. Please forgive me, dear Blog -- I promise to pay more attention to you again.
xoxo,
Joy
November 04, 2009
The Froman Family & Crew
In a gray, gray Minnesota fall this year, L. and her family happened to pick a beautiful, sunny day for family photos. They had flown in from California for the weekend, and we were able to get some nice photos of the whole family as a birthday present for Mom. We even managed to catch some of the fleeting fall colors in the park!
Hope you enjoy your sneak peak! Was a pleasure meeting the whole family!
October 22, 2009
The Carruthers Family & Crew
Yes, it was a cold and dreary day at the park, but we managed to get some great photos of B. and her family! And I loved that it was a three generation family session (with two more grandchildren on the way! Congrats!) -- I don't get the opportunity to do these very often, but I love the LOVE that a grandmother has for her babies.
I hope the cold wasn't too unbearable for you all -- next time we'll have clear and sunny skies! :) Enjoy your preview!
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