I’M THE PERSON BEHIND THE CAMERA


I'm Joly Stevens, and my camera allows me to bring people back to memorable moments and create new memories. Capturing spontaneous reactions and emotions is my passion. That look in someone's eye or that laugh, that brightens their face is a true source of inspiration.





Open, creative, and easy to connect with, I use my ear as much as my eye to get to know those I have the pleasure of working with. A former high school teacher in Quebec turned mother of three in upstate New York, I'm a people person. From the moment I've bought my first DSLR camera 12 years ago and became everyone's go-to photographer, I've never stopped learning. Long before everyone could point and shoot by taking their phone out, I was practicing and experimenting to create long-lasting memories. 


facts about me

I'm French-Canadian

Wait until you hear my accent!

I moved from Montreal in 2015. My love for maple syrup and my resistance to cold give away my origins!

I'm a mother of 3 boys

chaos doesn't scare me!

Oliver, Charlie and Henry are my reason to live; and also the cause of my grey hair!

I'm an outdoorsy gal

Beach is my love language

There's no bad weather, only bad clothing, they say!

Testimonials

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Mohammed family

My husband and I have had the pleasure of working with a number of photographers in the past. We have never had a better experience with a photographer, than we have with Joly! It can be difficult to try and wrangle 2 kids make them sit still and smile. Joly made our experience fun and exciting she made my daughter feel comfortable. The pure joy and happiness that she captured of my family is truly amazing! Her style is effortless, carefree and real!