Elizabeth + Jon || Wedding || Lake Mohawk – Sparta, NJ

These two had SO MUCH FUN literally all day long.  From boob grabs and booty bumps during their first look to jamming OUT at their reception, they truly enjoyed their day to the fullest. 

OH, and they both jumped in the lake at the end of the evening. (and yes, there’s photos! scroll to the bottom)

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January 20, 2023

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Tiffani + Carl || Vaux Studio Micro Wedding || Philadelphia

Can we just take a second to swoon over the tile in this gorgeous little wedding chapel?!? Give me all the romantic candles and unique decor!

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July 7, 2022

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10 Best “Date Night” Spots in Fishtown Philadelphia

HEY HEEEYYYY Philly people!! At Lydia Joy Photography, we ditched the traditional “engagement session” and invited our couples to join us for “date night” sessions instead. Fishtown, Philadelphia is the perfect spot to explore multiple locations with plenty of unique spots without having to venture too far.

Here are my 10 favorite “date night” spots in Fishtown:

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September 18, 2021

Dayne + Mary || Baltimore, Maryland Engagement

If having a “favorite couple” is wrong, I don’t wanna be right!!

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May 29, 2021

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Sophia + Justin || Tucson, AZ – Destination Wedding

The “take my sweatshirt, it’s cold” move… works every time.  Plus, it’s the perfect excuse for a DM to pretend you need that sweatshirt back. After a short time of dates and hanging out, Justin asked Sophia to be his wedding date.  He was excited to show her off and asked her “how should I […]

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February 14, 2021

5 Tips for Taking Your Own Headshots/Content Photos While Stuck at Home

As a Business Branding photographer I truly believe that it is so important to show not just what you do. but also, who you are on your social media, your website, and in your marketing.

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May 1, 2020

7 Tips on Taking Newborn Photos at Home/in the Hospital

In a time where you can’t bring a photographer to the hospital or your home, I want to make sure that you don’t miss out on capturing the memories of your sweet newborn. I am here to share with you 7 tips on taking your own Lifestyle Newborn photos at home. 1. Be Patient : […]

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April 17, 2020

Brooke + Andrew || Greenhouse Engagement Session – Delaware

Ferns, Pothos, and Monsteras… OH MY!  This date-night engagement session is every plant lover’s DREAM!! right? I first met Brooke when she was the makeup artist for a wedding I photographed (y’all, she’s incredible! check her out HERE) Anyway, thanks to the wonderful world of Instagram, we stayed in touch. Naturally, I was THRILLED when […]

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April 16, 2020

Leigh Ann + Ed || Delaware Wedding

LISTEN TO THEIR EPISODE ON MY PODCAST HERE YOU. GUYS. I absolutely adore the combination of Leigh Ann’s “gypsy soul” with Ed’s grounded personality and how well this two compliment each other. Fun fact: their first date was in a tiny dive bar, and it took NINE MONTHS for them to see each other again. […]

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January 26, 2020

Leigh Ann + Ed || New Jersey Date-Night Session

LISTEN TO THEIR LOVE STORY ON MY PODCAST HERE Leigh Ann + Ed’s first date was in a dive bar, and even though it took NINE MONTHS for them to see each other again, I think it was only fitting to end in a little “dive bar” type brewery. (Pumpkin beer for. the. win.) Check […]

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October 27, 2019