A little bit about me...

My name is Joanna, & my nick-name is J'Lynn. I have a great husband, & four beautiful children who inspire me daily! I am located in Northern Arizona, in the beautiful Verde Valley.

My Photography Style:

I shoot 100% natural light.

I shoot on-location, lifestyle photography.

I would describe my style as being natural/organic, very non-traditional.

What I want to capture is everyday life, nothing posed, just life as it happens.

Thanks for stopping by, and remember to check back often!

commercial work featured…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on January 16, 2010

I was very excited to find out this week that the photo below from a commercial job I have been working on was chosen as the photo of the week!!

The photos is of the Verde Valley Regional SWAT team.

Go over and check it out….. click here!
I will be posting some more from this session very soon!

Thank you PoliceOne!!!

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MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Posted on December 25, 2009

I just wanted to drop in and wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year!!!

It was a great year  and I am excited to see what 2010 will bring!!

Now to leave you with a photo of our newest family member,  because what is a post without a photo? :)

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a beautiful northern arizona fall day…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on November 23, 2009

Last weekend I headed out to Dead Horse State Park with Dr.Brad and his family for a session, hoping to catch some fall colors.

We were not disappointed it was GORGEOUS! And check out this amazing looking family!!

You guys were great, and I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

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class of 2010…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on November 16, 2009

Another beautiful Mingus Union High School senior!

Kelsey, her family and I spent most of our time out at Dead Horse State Park for this photo session, and the fall colors were AMAZING!!

I hope you enjoy your preview Kelsey…you made it easy to capture some beautiful images.

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a gorgeous mingus mountain wedding…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle wedding photographer

Posted on November 11, 2009

Above Jerome there is a spot at the very top of Mingus mountain that overlooks the entire Verde Valley. From here the views of Cottonwood, Sedona, Flagstaff and beyond will leave you simply breathless.

This is the spot Tim and Bridget chose to start their new life together.

I was so excited when Bridget contacted me about their upcoming wedding. A wedding on Halloween with the only white coming from the glow of the full moon above us. Excited does not really cover it!!

This was the most gorgeous non-traditional wedding I have ever seen! Bridget’s stunning iridescent gown, her lovely daughters in their crimson gowns, the beautiful black orchids, and the little ring bearer with the Mohawk all set in the middle of the forest was breathtaking.

The love Tim and Bridget share, and the way they incorporated the two little girls into every part of this day was beautiful. I thank you for choosing me to be a part of your special day, and wish you all a long and happy life!!

Enjoy your sneak peek!!

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a picture perfect senior…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on November 5, 2009

I enjoyed every minute photographing this beautiful Mingus Union High School senior.

Her contagious laughter and willingness to let me drag her to several locations made for a great shoot!!

I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!!

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engaged…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on November 4, 2009

I had the pleasure of shooting Ben and Sarah’s engagements last week. They were in town visiting family before heading back to their duty station on the east coast, where they both serve in the United States Navy.

There is so much love between these two it was lovely to watch them together along with Sarah’s beautiful daughter.

I cannot tell you how excited I am to be shooting their wedding next summer!!

I hope you guys enjoy your sneak peek!

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sneak peek from last weekend’s family shoot…

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on October 11, 2009

I have made you wait long enough….and you were kinda patient ;)
I had so much fun hanging out with you guys, and even though we all left a little windblown we got some great shots!

ENJOY!

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northern arizona wedding

j’lynn mak | arizona lifestyle wedding photographer

Posted on August 5, 2009

Finally more from the gorgeous wedding in Flagstaff two weeks ago. I was so honored to be able to second shoot for fellow photographer & friend Jennifer Fauset. Jen is an amazing photographer from Salt Lake City, Utah. Check out her site for more shots from this wedding @ Fauset Photography.

The wedding was held at the Church of the Nativity in downtown Flagstaff, which offered a beautiful backdrop for Guin & Jeff’s special day. We then had a quick stop at NAU for some more shots before heading to the reception at Thornagers on Kilte Lane.

I realized something about myself at this wedding…as toasts were being given by the maid of honor, and the best man I found my camera hanging low around my neck and tears in my eyes. I hadn’t even realized that I was so moved by these beautiful toasts that I had failed to take one photo in the last ten minutes. I looked over to see Jen shooting away, it was at this point I realized what a newbie I am! :)

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princess cloey…

j’lynn mak | northern arizona lifestyle photographer

Posted on August 2, 2009

Last week I went down to the valley to photograph the Gibson family. Recently the Gibson’s cousin surprised them, and sent a nomination to Giving Back Photography for the family to receive a free photo session. A fellow photographer friend contacted me, and asked if I was close to Scottsdale. This is how I found out about Giving Back Photography, the Gibson’s & their critically ill daughter… Cloey.  I was so excited to be a part of this, to be able to give this family a few memories to hang on their walls…Of Cloey, Cal & Lainey. You see Cloey was born with a very rare genetic disorder that affects every system in her body……but it has not touched her beautiful smile, her spirit or her ability to make everyone around her feel her love.  I count myself blessed just to have been near this beautiful family. Cal is so funny always making his family (and me)  laugh. Lainey is so shy that I had to chase her to capture that adorable smile. :) Megan & Ty your love for your family was a beautiful thing to see, I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

To learn more about Cloey visit her blog @  http://princesscloey.blogspot.com/

I love this first shot! I had asked Cloey what color her beautiful hair was. She stopped and thought, then tried to look.

Her answer………..CURLY!!

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