Emily Joy Photography

08/19/2026

It was an honor to take these photos for Rhea Lana's of Springfield 💕

🍂💗 THANK YOU for an AMAZING Fall Sale! 💗🍂

What a season! We are so incredibly grateful for every consignor, shopper, and team member who helped make this sale one to remember! 🥹

To our consignors - thank you for trusting us with your amazing items and for putting in the work to make this sale possible. 👏🏻

To our shoppers - thank you for showing up, shopping small, finding incredible deals, and supporting local families! 🛍️💕

And to our AMAZING team - we truly could not do this without you. Your hard work, energy, and dedication behind the scenes are what make the magic happen! ✨

We are so thankful for this Rhea Lana’s community and all the families who make it so special. ❤️

Until next time… THANK YOU! 🫶🏻

Special shout out to Emily Joy Photography! Go follow her - does amazing work! 📷

07/25/2026

✨ Calling All Competitive Dancers! ✨

Getting ready for photogenic this season?

Let’s create images that showcase your dancer’s confidence, personality, and stage presence! Whether you’re entering a photogenic competition, updating your dance portfolio, or simply want beautiful professional headshots, these sessions are designed just for dancers.

Dance Photogenic Headshots
📸 10–15 minute session
✨ Professional retouching
💛 5 high-resolution digital images
💲 $199

Perfect for:
• Photogenic competitions
• Dance auditions
• Studio programs
• Social media
• Keepsake portraits

Limited appointment times will be available before competition season begins!

📩 Send me a DM with HEADSHOT to reserve your spot or join the waitlist.

07/25/2026

✨The wait is over! ✨

First, thank you from the bottom of my heart to every family who applied for my model call. I was so encouraged by your responses and truly appreciate each of you taking the time to apply.

After carefully reading every application, I’m so excited to announce the two families who will be part of the Emily Joy Photography Model Call!

🤍 Congratulations to:
✨ Sara Ball
✨ Kate Tomczyk

I cannot wait to work with you both and create beautiful memories together. Thank you for trusting me to tell your family’s story.

And to everyone who applied—thank you again for your support, encouragement, and excitement for this new chapter of Emily Joy Photography. It truly means the world to me. ❤️

07/22/2026

The best photos happen when you stop thinking about the camera and start paying attention to each other. 🤍

That’s where the real smiles live.

If you’re looking for a relaxed, natural couples session, I’d love to tell your story.

DM “LOVE” to book your session.

07/21/2026

The tiniest moments become the ones we miss the most.

Those sleepy newborn snuggles, little fingers, and the way they fit perfectly in your lap won’t last forever.

Let’s preserve this season exactly as it is.

Now booking lifestyle newborn sessions in Springfield, MO. 🤍

07/20/2026

This family’s homestead in Marshfield, MO was filled with ducks, chickens, open space, and the little moments that make a family’s story uniquely theirs. The kids weren’t asked to perform. They simply got to be home.

Years from now, these are the images that will bring them right back to this season of life.

If you’ve ever thought, “Our home isn’t picture-perfect,” I promise that’s not what I’m looking for. I’m looking for your story.

DM “HOME” to book an in-home or on-property family session, and let’s create photographs that feel like your life.

07/14/2026

✨MODEL CALL IS OPEN ✨

I’m looking for a handful of amazing families, couples, seniors, and newborns to help me launch the new Emily Joy Photography portrait experience!

If selected, you’ll receive:
🤍 A complementary portrait session
🤍 A $300 artwork credit
🤍 A personalized, full service experience from planning your session to designing artwork you‘lol love for years to come

In return, I’m looking for families who are excited to:
• Be photographed for my portfolio and marketing
• Share honest feedback about their experience
• Complete their session by August 16th

Applications closed till July 24, and selected participants will be notified by July 25.

if you’ve been thinking about booking a session, I’d love for you to apply!

✨Link to apply! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaXonAMCE3h_zI8cV86uaaQTPPR-P15NGT2BeDiXbfJF5pgg/viewform?usp=dialog

Tag a friend who would love this opportunity! 🤍

07/12/2026

✨ It’s here! ✨

After months of dreaming, planning, and completely rethinking the way I serve my clients, I’m so excited to officially share my new website and the relaunch of Emily Joy Photography!

This isn’t just a new look. It’s a whole new experience.

I’ve always believed your family photos deserve so much more than sitting on a phone or hard drive. That’s why I’ve created a portrait experience that guides you every step of the way. From our first conversation, to planning your session, to helping you choose beautiful artwork you’ll enjoy every single day.

Here’s what you can expect:
🤍 A personalized planning experience
🤍 Relaxed, unrushed sessions (no time limit)
🤍 Professional guidance choosing your favorite images
🤍 Heirloom albums, custom wall art, and matted prints to fill your home with the people you love most

My heart has always been to capture the real moments. Now I’m able to help you preserve those moments in a way that lasts for generations.

I’d love for you to take a look around and let me know what you think!

📷 Visit: www.emilyjoyphotographystudio.com

Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the years. Whether you’ve trusted me with your family once or many times, I’m so grateful. I can’t wait to create with you again. ❤️

Located in Ozark and proudly serving the 417 area, Emily Joy Photography specializes in soft-natural, light-filled portraits that capture genuine family connections. With an eye for gentle moments and an emphasis on authenticity, I aim to give you more than a photo session—I create timeless memori...

07/11/2026

My favorite kind of moments? The ones that aren’t perfectly posed. The ones that feel like them. 🤍
Two brothers, side by side, just being who they are. The laughs, the little quirks, the everyday connection… those are the memories I truly want to freeze forever!!!
Photography doesn’t have to be just for birthdays, milestones, or the “big” moments. The ordinary days are where your story is happening too.

📍Ozark, MO family photographer