Bride with a veil and bouquet
A couple embraces while standing outdoors on fallen leaves, with trees in the background.
A couple in wedding attire kissing in a park, surrounded by blurred people. The bride holds a bouquet, and trees fill the background, creating a romantic scene.
Family posing by a pond with large rocks in a park setting, featuring a man holding a girl on his shoulders and a woman standing beside them.
Graduating student wearing a cap and gown, standing in front of an ornate building.
Person sitting on stone steps, wearing a white top and blue jeans, with long hair and earrings.
Two people close together, seen through a window with lattice design, one wearing a wedding dress and veil, in a warmly lit room.
Young man sitting on rocky terrain with forest background, wearing a beige long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers.
Bride and groom kissing under archway of raised arms, surrounded by wedding party, brick building in background.
Bride and groom in loving embrace, wearing wedding attire.
A couple dancing passionately on a rooftop with the Gateway Arch and Hyatt hotel in the background.
Bride and groom dancing
Pregnant woman in black dress embraced by man in purple shirt, standing by rocks and waterfall.
A bride and groom kissing beside a vintage car.
A bride and groom posing next to a classic black car with a bouquet, in front of a historic red brick building and trees, on a sunny day.
Smiling baby in a dress with a headband, holding hands with an adult, standing on a sidewalk.
Woman wearing a denim jacket draped over her shoulder, standing in a misty outdoor setting with dry plants.
Young woman outdoors holding a yellow softball, greenery in the background.
A couple kissing on a sandy shore by a body of water with trees in the background.
A couple embracing in a lush green forest setting, surrounded by wildflowers and trees.
Woman in lace wedding dress being helped by another woman.
Young woman in green graduation cap and gown smiling outdoors.
A couple sitting on grass, smiling and about to kiss, surrounded by greenery.
Man sitting on grass leaning against a shiny, vintage black car with trees and a brick building in the background.
Black and white photo of a young child sitting on grass, wearing a dress and bow.
Woman in floral dress dancing outdoors during sunset
Woman in a white dress and veil sitting on a vintage car hood in a grassy area with trees and a brick building in the background, during sunset.
A man in a suit carrying a woman in a floral wedding dress, holding a bouquet in an open field at sunset.
Family sitting on a blanket outdoors in a park during fall, with trees and autumn leaves in the background.
A couple standing in a forest with a golden retriever wearing a black bow tie at their feet.
Graduate wearing cap and gown standing on campus
Close-up of several hands with various rings, resting on a bouquet of dried flowers.
Black and white photo of a couple sitting affectionately in front of a classic car with headlights on.
Two children walking hand in hand on grassy field
Bride and groom under a clear umbrella, groom kissing bride's cheek, bride holding bouquet, outdoor setting with greenery.
A couple playfully embracing outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background and a moon visible in the evening sky.
Person sitting on a rooftop with the Gateway Arch in the background.
Bride and groom sitting on a wooden dock by a pond, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and wearing a floral headpiece, surrounded by trees and water.
A woman in a black dress making a peace sign and holding an orange disposable camera, standing outdoors with trees in the background.

HI! I’m Julia, your friendly neighborhood photographer!

I’m so excited that you’re here! I am PASSIONATE about capturing your special moments, and I genuinely cannot wait to connect! If you are looking for someone to keep you laughing, to keep you hyped up and to keep the tone set to FUN and FANCY FREE during your session then you’ve found your girl. I’m a wedding, senior, boudoir, maternity and family photographer based in St. Louis, MO. I’m a Nikon, Taylor Swift, and coffee loving boy Mom of 2, and wife of 1 amazing guy who doubles as my second photographer! I do travel, and am ready to adventure with you! <3

Three things that you’ll see conveyed in my art are my love for light, connection, and vibrant color (or, as any Taylor Swift fan would say, screaming color). My clients describe my work as authentic, creative, and captivating. They describe me as warm, outgoing, comfortable and attentive. I want you to walk away from our session feeling confident, beautiful, excited… and when you see your images, I want you to see them the way you feel them in your memory.

Over the years, I have become quite the gear junkie. I use the best of the best gear to make sure that I’m producing my best work each and every session. I also don’t gatekeep images! I have a VERY hard time choosing what to edit in post production because if I have taken a great photo of you or your family, I really want you to have it! I never compromise on quality, and you can see that in my portfolio.

Welcome to Jewels Photography StL, friends. Let’s make some magic!

  • Black and white photo of a man kissing a woman's forehead while she holds a baby, all smiling, in an outdoor setting.

    "Julia was amazing to work with! She worked us into her schedule on a weekend so that I could get beautiful pictures with my baby while she's still little! My husband and I typically feel awkward taking pictures, but Julia gave us a lot of direction and made us feel so comfortable. We were laughing throughout the session which I think showed up in the final photos! Julia was very patient despite our little girl being stubborn and skeptical of the camera. She kept us updated during the editing process, got us our pictures in a timely manner and went above and beyond in the number of beautiful photos she sent us! We will definitely work with Julia again in the future!"

    Taylor C.

  • Woman in white dress standing in a field with purple flowers, blue sky, and clouds.

    "Julia was fantastic! She was very quick to respond & great to work with during my grad shoot. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer!"

    Anna J.

  • Two hands reaching towards each other with jewelry on a wrist, set against a sunlit forest background.

    "As a Venue Manager, I had a wonderful experience working with Julia & her team! She is professional, caring, & organized. This is so very important to the overall timeline/success of a wedding day. You can tell she genuinely cares about the couples on their big day & makes them feel comfortable!!"

    Jessica H.

  • Couple sitting on the ground in front of a classic car at sunset.

    "Julia is amazing and so much fun to work with! She made us feel comfortable the entire time and the photos turned out great! I am so happy she is expanding to Arizona. If you are in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, I highly recommend Julia for any of your photography needs."

    Carlee E.

  • "Can’t recommend Julia enough!! She was so much fun to work with and came up with so many creative ideas and shots. We wanted some quality pictures to look back on with our newborn and they turned out even better than we could have imagined! She was easy to book with and quick on response time. She kept us updated on what to expect next throughout the entire process. We got our pictures back very quickly - which I really appreciate!! Can’t wait to book with her again!! 🩷"

    Megan C.

  • A couple sitting on grass in front of yellow flowers, smiling.

    "Julia is such an amazing photographer. She had a vision and she made these photos come to life. I loved the way Julia captured these moments with my man. I am so grateful to meet her and her work is truly amazing. She has an awesome personality to make your photoshoot more exciting and fun! Definitely will use her again very soon and referring her to my friends / family! 😊 Thank you, Julia, for this amazing opportunity and for your amazing work!! 😍 Her work is professional, great communicator, and turn around time for photos was top notch."

    Jasmine C.

  • A woman embraces and kisses a smiling girl near a waterfall, conveying a moment of joy and affection.

    "Love her and every single picture she takes!"

    Danielle L.

  • Family with a small child outdoors; child is wearing a red bow and smiling, while being kissed on the cheeks by two adults, one on each side.

    "“Julia has done my family pictures, fun Halloween themed pictures, wedding photos, baby pictures and a solo shoot with my daughter. All of the photos are great quality, her pride of her work shows. She’s creative with the environment she’s in and has great patience with my little girl when she’s bored and tired. Overall, I will continue to use her as my photographer. She’s truly an artist and skilled to capture the most precious moments of your life.”

    Amy S.

Bride and groom smiling and posing in front of a large illuminated sign displaying 'The Marleys.' The bride holds a bouquet, and they are in a carpeted room with framed pictures on the wall.
Wedding preparation items including engagement ring, bride's shoes, jewelry, perfume bottles, and invitations on a windowsill.
Wedding invitation flat lay with brown shoes, perfume, jewelry, wedding rings, a save-the-date card, and white shoes on a marble surface.
Close-up of married couple's hands with wedding rings, holding a bouquet of white flowers and greenery.

True to color. Candid. Inviting.

I live to snap candid, raw moments. NOTHING beats the feeling of getting THE frame; THE moment that brings the entire session completely together. It’s my mission in every session to catch that dopamine rush so that I can excitedly show you the beauty I was able to capture. I’ll be your new bestie, and your favorite third wheel; I’m here to give you advice, guidance and support every step of the way <3

Black and white photo of a man in formal clothing leaning against a classic car in front of an old church building.