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

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

Fishtown “Date Night” – Alyssa + Colin || Philadelphia, PA

When asked if i wanted to explore Fishtown with Alyssa + Colin, I literally jumped out of my seat. HECK TO THE YES! Not only is Fishtwon filled with endless things to do, but joining Alyssa + Colin for their “date night” was pure fun! We laughed so much and we were all sad when […]

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October 11, 2019

Chris + Natalie || Maritime Museum – Annapolis, Maryland

“Chris + Natalie, my fellow lovers of all things Friends and The Office, you two are so much fun and made my “job” feel like a day full of fun and laughter.  Like, could you two be any cuter? Thank you for being up for anything, for trusting my vision, and for always dancing on command. Chris, your “Chandler” dance is always flawless and Natalie, your smile and fun energy is contagious.”

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August 27, 2019

Adrienne + Chris || Longwood Gardens – Kennet Square, PA

Working with Adrienne + Chris was so much fun!! I cannot wait to photograph their wedding later this year at Thousand Acre Farm!! Yesterday was their first time ever seeing Longwood Gardens, and they were in awe. Adrienne’s jaw dropped every time we entered a new room (and she went home with a million plants […]

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May 17, 2018