It's about more than hiring someone to hold a camera and snap a few pics. Wedding photography is about carefully crafting and capturing the moments of your big day in a way that beautifully tells the story of your love.
Photographing weddings in the Chicagoland area and worldwide since 2006
Chicago Weddings
Joy Lyn Photography
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Fueled by equal parts iced coffee and my love of photography, I spend my weekends capturing the kind of images that make you stop, smile and ask time to please slow down. Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years to come.
Chicago WEDDINg PHOTOGRAPHER
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An intimate Summer wedding at Venue 5126, Chicago suburbs best kept secret!
Venue 5126, Oswego Illinois
Elena
& Nick
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A gorgeous outdoor wedding and the best dance floor you've ever seen...
The Monte Bello Estate
Katie
& Zach
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Known for their historic Chicago Architecture and classic elegance, The Rookery was the perfect place for Madeline and Mark to tie the knot.
The Rookery, Chicago Wedding
no.1
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- Timothy & Erin
“Joy captures beauty in the little details, with an eye to see things others would normally overlook. Her passion for photography is seen in all aspects of her work, producing images that will be cherished for generations to come"
"Her passion for photography is seen in all aspects of her work"
- Mark & Markie
"Joy's professionalism and easygoing nature makes her a dream to work with, especially when you are looking to capture some of life's most momentous occasions. Joy takes the time to get to know her clients and, in doing so, each photograph captures so much personality and the true essence of the moment. If you want to work with the best, look no further!"
"a dream to work with!"
- Matthew & Jana
"Joy has been incredibly professional, superb with communication and manages to capture every pivotal moment with grace and efficiency. There is no photographer who can compare to Joy; she is our photographer for life"
"captures every pivotal moment with grace and efficiency"
- James (& Gina)
"What I really appreciated about Joy was her natural ability to add a pleasant charm to the wedding experience while keeping the attention on my bride and our families. That meant everything to me"
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