Hello!
MY NAME IS JOY AND I AM A BAY AREA FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER & FRIEND
You hold something authentic and I have a desire to capture it! Serving the San Francisco Bay Area, I specialize in capturing the playful sweetness and essence of life through the lens. My goal is to capture these moments in your life so that you can look back on and cherish for years to come. I truly believe that your everyday genuine laughter is the best smile and you and I will join forces to create the most fun memories for you.
Serving San Francisco Bay Area, California and Beyond
A brief overview
Browse through my services page to learn about my Untimed Golden Hour Sessions.
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Fill out my contact form, so we can get in touch! You will get a response!
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You will fill out a questionnaire, then me, a real human will help you plan your photoshoot.
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You book and we will continue to storyboard and create our vision together.
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About Me
Who I Am
Hey there! If you're still reading, it seems you're as interested in getting to know people as I am! Identifying myself as a true Korean-American, I was born and raised in California Bay Area. I'm a mom in a blended family, navigating the joys and challenges of raising kids from different backgrounds. At home, you'll find me juggling a chatty dog named Boba and hanging out with two mischievous black cats, Spiderman and Sammy. When I'm not busy with editing or family time, I enjoy hunting for bargains, diving into a good cozy fantasy book, or being a wannabe gym rat. And while Disneyland is my child-at-heart happy place, I'm not exactly a Disney trivia pro.
My Timeline
2012
In my younger years, life was a bit rocky, and I knew I needed to find something fulfilling. That's when I entered the beauty industry, drawn to the idea of helping others feel confident, especially since I struggled with my own self-image. While behind the chair, at one point I thought I wanted to be a graphic designer. Hence, I self taught myself Adobe programs like Photoshop and Lightroom.
2020
Though I enjoyed my time in salons, I always felt there was more out there for me. That's when I pursued a degree in Apparel Design and Marketing from San Francisco State University. Also during this time was when I was first introduced to the world of entrepreneurship. Although my bridal makeup and hair business never flourished, I learned valuable insight from this experience. Then, during the pandemic, I stumbled upon a broken camera for $25. It felt like a sign, so I decided to fix it up. Guess where I am now?
2022
Despite all my life experiences, searching for a new career felt hollow. I spent too many days feeling disconnected from my family, especially after welcoming our newest member. That's when I realized I was meant to be a creative entrepreneur. I traded in my broken camera for a professional one and decided to dive into this new adventure, drawing on everything I've learned along the way.