Skip to main content
Weddings

About

Your wedding day should be your happy place—filled with moments that take your breath away. No stress, no tension, just overwhelming joy and excitement for the day and every moment it brings. Every laugh, every embrace, and every quiet in-between moment is thoughtfully captured so you can relive a celebration that feels almost too good to be true for years to come.

illustration popular

Vendors you may like

See other vendors that are popular with couples right now

Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Michelle Joy Photography

S
Shoba Sent on 09/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Michelle was awesome to work with. She did a wonderful job on the engagement and wedding photos.
L
Lizz Sent on 06/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I can't describe how easy Michelle made our engagement/wedding experience! She was calm, organized, and was so attentive to detail! I love all of our pictures and would highly recommend her! She captures the spontaneous moments so well and I will treasure these photos forever. Thank you!!!
D
Danielle Sent on 04/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I found Michelle on the knot after scrolling through her photos we booked her. She then sent a welcome packet and information on everything we should be expecting. Michelle was easy to work with and really went above and beyond. Both our engagement and wedding photos look absolutely amazing! I'm so happy we'll have these to cherish. I would highly recommend her as her photos are gorgeous and she really helps to capture the best moments. We cant say enough good things about her, really just the best experience we could have hoped for!
A
Allyse Sent on 04/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The journey from getting engaged to the big wedding day is exciting and challenging at the same time. Most brides have a vision in mind and want everything to fall into place. With my husband and I having busy work schedules during this time, and me still being in graduate school for nursing, we did not know how we could pull everything off and capture all the great moments. I read reviews of Michelle Joy Photography and knew she would be a great photographer to reach out to, she replied to my request for information the same day, this was exceptional customer service. From the beginning until the end, she remained personable, flexible, and attentive to all the details we wanted to capture. With both of us being camera shy, we had our concerns, but she made us comfortable, offered valuable advice from her experience, and brought out natural laughs and smiles. With increased moments of stress, she knew the right words to say and helped give a reminder to “just enjoy the moment”. She even recommended her husband for a DJ, Josh Staley Productions, which is something we had not checked off our list. Both together make a great team, very professional and fun. Our wedding guests had great reviews and enjoyed themselves. My husband and I are grateful for Michelle and Josh, and we have wonderful photos to reflect on our big day. We highly recommend their team and would work with them again.
C
Chasidi Sent on 10/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ladies and gents look no further for your engagement/wedding photographer!! Michelle Joy is simply the BEST!!! Her photographs speak for themselves on how talented she is and beautiful they are, but she is an amazing person also! She will treat you like the princess you are every step of the way!! She is the calm to your storm during the whirlwind of planning up until the big day!! Every bride needs to experience being a Michelle Joy bride!! Michelle literally has every step covered beginning to end and everything thrown in between! We were truly blessed to have her be a part of our special day and couldn’t imagine it without her! Not only did we have an amazing photographer but we gained an amazing friend!
L
Lisa Sent on 09/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating

The act of getting married has enough stressors on its own, so the last thing you want is to be worried about your photographer. Thinking "Do I look ok?" or " Does that angle make me look fat?" Instead, trusting in Michelle is best. My best friend did my hair and makeup the afternoon of our wedding and Michelle was there to capture it all. They are my favorite photos because they are so natural and beautiful. She took the most amazing pictures of my dress and rings and even captured me getting dressed. Best part of the day....while everyone was looking at me walk down the aisle, Michelle was able to capture a picture of Eric, watching me as well. Those are the things you can't replace. There was not one thing she missed all while being a friendly familar face behind the camera to me. Since we had practiced poses at our engagement photos session, I was relaxed and calm as she photographed us.
A
Arica Sent on 09/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
You MUST check out Michelle Joy Photography!! Aside from being so so reasonably priced you are not going to find someone more dedicated to making sure you feel and look amazing! Every shot was well thought out and planned, Michelle is extremely organized and calm throughout every situation making it easy for the bride to relax! Michelle is a great photographer and you will not find anyone who cares more about your happiness on your special day!
J
Jan Sent on 08/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Even before I knew that I was getting married, I knew I wanted to have Michelle be our photographer. And wow she didn't disappoint! From her flexibility with scheduling our engagement pictures to her ability to keep the wedding day photos moving along on schedule, to her great ideas and suggestions she offered along the way, it was truly a joy and a relief to trust her with one of the most important days in our lives. And, of course, the pictures were amazing! Would certainly recommend her to others, whether it be for a wedding or any other special memory.
Christina
Christina Sent on 07/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Michelle is amazing! She made taking pictures so easy and fun! My husband hates having his pictures taken, but Michelle made us both feel very comfortable. She includes engagement photos in all of her packages, so she has a chance to get to know you before the wedding. She makes you feel like she really cares about you and is there for you every step of the way! My photos turned out amazing! Michelle is truly talented! I also booked her husband Josh Staley Productions for the DJ and he was awesome too! They were a great team! I would highly recommend Michelle if you are looking for a photographer!
S
Shannon Sent on 05/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I was pretty clueless when I started looking for wedding vendors. Somehow I stumbled upon Michelle Joy for our photography. Best decision I made during our entire wedding experience. She is AMAZINGLY talented at what she does in every way you could think of. She is down to earth and makes you feel comfortable while getting photographed, even if you're awkward like myself. She is SUPER professional at all times and extremely knowledgeable with what she is doing. She coached us throughout the entire process and made it so easy and fun. Her photos are the best I've seen. Not exaggerating. She is truly meant to do what she does for a living. She is truly gifted and SO talented. It was also really cool that she did our engagement pics at no additional cost so that we could get to know her and get comfortable with her prior to our big day. And those pics were to die for as well!
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

22
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Station 67 Station 67 Historic Weddings

Michelle Joy Photography creates beautiful memories for the special couples. Michelle is put above most photographers because she creates beautiful pieces in a way that capture the couple to perfection. Anyone can take a picture from a camera, but it takes the talent to capture the moments for the bride and groom that will make them relive their wedding day over and over for years to come. Michelle does just this!!!

Dattoma studios Dattoma studios Wedding Photographers

Michelle is a photographer whose work stands out from the crowd. She is passionate about her work, has an amazing eye for detail, and is incredibly creative. Top that with a heart that truly cares about her clients, and you will not be disappointed. Michelle and I are both preferred vendors for the same wedding venue, and I am honored to have her name and work next to my own!

Ballroom at Oakhurst Ballroom at Oakhurst Banquet Halls

Michelle is absolutely incredibly talented photographer! I highly recommend her work and her pricing is amazing! She is one of the first I refer to all my brides who book at The Ballroom at Oakhurst because she is such a joy to work with as well!

Preferred Vendors
Josh Staley Productions
5.0 out of 5 rating , 120 reviews
· Wedding DJs

Map

Addresses map

Michelle Joy Photography frequently asked questions

Michelle Joy Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
Michelle Joy Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Michelle Joy Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Traditional
Michelle Joy Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Michelle Joy Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Michelle Joy Photography is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time and 4.9 in value.

Other vendors in Columbus for your wedding

Wedding Vendors