Life joyously

About Dyanna Joy Photography

She wears her heart on her camera, and on most days, cute shoes on her feet. Her thoughtful, emotionally-inspired images are a reflection of her love for people. She has a way of putting you at ease with her cheerful and caring personality, and capturing the essence of who you are in a photograph.

The Wedding Day: Adriane and Nick {Frederick, Maryland}

June 18th, 2013

“It’s not often that people find their soulmate at fifteen years old, but that’s where our story begins,” said Adriane.

Adriane and Nick met in 10th grade Geometry class. They were assigned seating arrangements, and they just so happened to be assigned to the same table. “There was no denying the instant connection we felt that day,” said Adriane. “It wasn’t long before we had become best friends and began our adventure together.”

As Adriane and Nick moved forward in their own directions to pursue higher education, they came upon a crossroad to determine the course of their relationship. “Our love and passion for one another was indeed strong, and it was not difficult to decide that enduring four years of long distance would not compare to the complete absence of one another in our lives,” said Adriane. “Although we missed each other dearly, the distance posed no threat to our trust, compassion, and friendship.”

If was the summer of 2010 when Nick decided to take their relationship a step further. As Adriane beautifully puts it, “One beautiful August night, we set out for a romantic walk along the beach. As we approached the waves and looked over the ocean, a sense of peace fell over us. Nick took my hand and exclaimed how happy and lucky he felt to be at his favorite places in the world with his favorite person by his side. I turned to meet his comment, and to my surprise, Nick was on one knee with a ring in his hand. With excitement, I reached out to him and joyfully accepted his proposal to become his bride.

And then on May 31, 2013, eight years since the start of their journey; eight years since they sat beside each other in Geometry class, Adriane and Nick became husband and wife.

And a special thanks to all the vendors who made this day so special:

Ceresville Mansion

Sugerbakers

David’s Bridal

The Bridal Boutique

Men’s Warehouse

Design Diva

The Perfect Truffle

Bella Fiori Flowers

The Wedding Day: Courtney and Tommy {Milesburg, PA}

June 6th, 2013

After dating on and off for years since highschool, Tommy proposed to Courtney. They both knew they were better together than apart.

And so on May 25 , Tommy and Courtney promised to be together forever, at a private mountainside residence in Milesburg, Pennsylvania.

Courtney was dazzling in her dress, and I loved how the bridesmaids dresses would flow in the wind. The flowers, oh the flowers, were exquisite, and when you stepped inside the reception tent it was like stepping into a dream.

One of my favorite parts of Courtney’s day was when her daddy saw her for the first time in her dress. Courtney, her sister, mom, bridesmaids: all had tears in their eyes; a moment when you stop and realize life is so beautiful, and you want to savor every drop of it.

Congratulations to Courtney and Tommy!!!

 

 

And this day wouldn’t be possible without the amazing vendors!…..

Cori Kalupson {Wedding Coordinator}

Best Event Rental 

Avant Garden

Delectable Delights

Nittany Entertainment

J. Stephens Salon

Kotsovos

Simply Elegant Gowns

Mr. Tux

Community Chamber Artists

Engagement: Sara and Chris {Alexandria, PA}

May 28th, 2013

“We’ve been up here in this city, livin in the grease and grime. Girl, it’s a doggone pity we ain’t been gettin any time. I’ve been preachin bout back home, how it can make you feel so alive. Tell you what we can do, Baby, let’s me and you take a little drive…. Welcome to the farm, where you can roll your windows down. Baby, take my arm, ain’t hearin nothin; such a beautiful sound.” ~”Welcome to the Farm” by Luke Bryan

Sara and Chris love the great outdoors, so it made sense to do their engagement session on a farm with acres of trees, an abandoned railroad track, cattle, old barns, and hay bales. Chris knows this property well since he has been hunting on its land for years, so he took us to all the “good spots.”

These two lovebirds will be married during my favorite time of year and at my favorite place in the world: Autumn in Central Pennsylvania.

 

The Wedding Day: Shannon and Sean (Queenstown, MD)

May 23rd, 2013

She was brave on her wedding day. There was a high possibility it would rain; the incoming clouds were dark. They asked Shannon if they should move the ceremony inside; she said no. And on this day, the bride got her way. The rain never came.

Shannon married her highschool sweetheart, Sean, on Saturday, May 18, at the Point at Pintail, located along the beautiful Chesapeake bay in Queenstown, MD.

The Point at Pintail provided numerous beautiful backdrops for this beautiful couple; an old manor, a dock along the water, horse stables, and a lush forest area.

I loved so many things about this wedding: the lace detail on Shannon’s ivory dress, the monogramed robes she gifted her bridesmaids, her maid-of-honor’s smile, the precious flower girl, a horse who photobombed some portraits, the table listing tied to a tree, the father-of-the-bride’s emotional speech, and the best mashed potatoes I’ve ever had in my life.

Congratulations again to Shannon and Sean!

And a huge thanks to all the wonderful vendors who made this wedding so beautiful and memorable:

The Point at Pintail

Creative Floral Designs

Caroline’s Cakes

DJ White Productions

Gamberdella Bridal Salon

Jos. A. Bank

Makeup by Julienne Rossi

 

 

 

DJP Farm Wedding Featured on Rustic Wedding Chic

May 17th, 2013

It’s such an honor to be featured on Rustic Wedding Chic, like, a big honor! It’s one of the top wedding blogs out there.

You can view this gorgeous farm wedding here.

DJP Rustic Glam Wedding Featured on Pretty Brass Tracks

May 17th, 2013

“This gorgeous outdoor wedding is the perfect blend of rustic country and high end glam captured by Dyanna Joy Photography!” said the editor from Pretty Brass Tracks. ” The bride and groom’s fashion is chic and refined, while their reception has a down home country feel.  We love the floral design– the use of the same bold hued rose throughout is done brilliantly. Misty and Nic certainly show us that rustic can be polished, and that an outdoor tent can feel just as elegant as a ballroom!”

View the full article here.

DJP Wedding Featured on Fab You Bliss

May 17th, 2013

One of my favorite weddings from 2012 was published on the beautiful Fab You Bliss wedding blog. You can view the full article here.

 

DJP West Virginia Engagement Featured on Evoking You

May 17th, 2013

My work looks so pretty on Evoking You :) Check it out!

DJP Featured on Paper Moon Weddings

May 17th, 2013

Paper Moon Weddings, a blog filled with “ideas for happily getting hitched,” is such an inspiring resource for brides and I’m so honored they featured my work.

You view the full article here.

 

DJP Engagement Session Featured on Linen and Silk

May 17th, 2013

I’m so honored to be featured in Linen and Silk, a beautiful Italian-based wedding blog. Here is what the editor said about Kellie and Justin’s engagement session:

“The shoot I’m featuring today on Linen and Silk is not only gorgeous, but it also show how crucial it is to get a great photographer.

Justin and Kellie seem so comfortable in front of the camera that it looks as if they model for a living. Seriously. Just look how relaxed and ‘engaged’ (no pun intended) they are with the camera! To me this shows how vital it is that your photographer knows how to put you at ease in front of the lens and gives you the right guidance for you to have fun and end up with images that are not lifeless, but are reflective of who you are.”

To view the full article, visit Linen and Silk

 

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