Joy Images- Photography by AJ Lester

11/03/2025

Sneak peek of my friend Emily and her family! You may recognize her daughter Ava from her senior session this year, it was fun to get the whole family together together for photos! ❤️

10/25/2025

I got to spend some time with my sister and her sweet growing family tonight! Sneak peek of these beauties (peep the last photo of Holly that had me cackling!)

10/19/2025

I love that I can take photos of my family every year, it is so sweet to see our kids grow every year ❤️

10/18/2025

Sneak peek of our own family photos, ft. all the sass 😍

08/30/2025

I am considering opening up a couple holiday mini sessions at the NPC in Brainerd (see their adorable holiday set ups!) on Saturday November 1st in the afternoon. There would be 3 (possibly 4) sessions available that day for $100/family, 15 minute sessions. I’d also consider opening up other days if there is more interest 😊 please send a message if you’d like to book!

Simplify your holiday season with a gorgeous, pre-decorated space! 🎁 Luminary at Northern Pacific Center is once again offering our popular Holiday Studio Rentals this October, November, and December. For only $125/hour, you can take advantage of our stunning venue—perfect for all your holiday photo needs. Bring your own photographer and loved ones to capture the perfect shot. These slots are highly sought-after, so book now before they're gone! Click the link to secure your spot.
https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/holiday-studio

08/03/2025

Finishing up Ava’s senior session today!

07/14/2025

Sneak peek of Ava's senior session last night! A beautiful, glowing night with a beautiful, glowing senior! More to come soon :)

10/14/2024

When my sweet friend Jess sent me a message asking to get some quick family photos in, I asked if they wanted to tag along when we did our family photos, and I'm so glad they did! 😍

10/12/2024

Getting our own family photos is tricky, but we had fun (except for my oldest who tolerates only about 7 photos 🤣)

09/08/2024

Had the opportunity to capture this adorable adult family! ❤️❤️

07/21/2024

For once, I got in front of the camera (thanks to my husband for some help!)! In the summertime I'm largely unkempt so I wanted to capitalize on a day that I actually had to get up and do my hair and makeup to get some new headshots! Help me choose a new profile photo by picking your favorite!