Cake Smash Photographer Scotch Plains NJ | Joan Marie Photography

sweet little girl in her birthday dress smiles infront of her balloon garland at her cake smash session

Sweetness & Smiles: A Memorable Cake Smash and Family Session in Scotch Plains, NJ Welcome back to the blog, families of Scotch Plains and beyond! Today, I am so excited to share the absolute sweetness that unfolded in the studio a few weeks ago for this incredible family’s little girl’s first birthday cake smash session....

Branding Photographer Scotch Plains NJ | Case Study: Passport & Co.

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Visualizing Freedom: A Deep Dive into the Mission Behind Passport & Co. As a branding photographer in Scotch Plains, NJ, I am constantly privileged to meet entrepreneurs who aren’t just launching businesses; they are building movements. They are individuals who looked at the standard ways of working, decided it wasn’t enough, and dared to create...

Pretty in Pink & Gold: A Whimsical Cake Smash & Family Session

Baby girl sitting in front of pink and gold balloons during a first birthday cake smash session.

A Sweet Celebration for a Special One-Year-Old There is something so magical about a first birthday. It’s a year of firsts, a year of growth, and definitely a year worth celebrating with some sugar! Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting Nina and her parents in the studio for a pink and gold cake smash...

Scotch Plains Cake Smash Photographer | A Sibling Milestone Session

1 year old girl smiles big for the camera at her cake smash session with Joan Marie Photography

Big Brother to the Rescue: A First Birthday Cake Smash with Siblings in Scotch Plains There is nothing quite like a first birthday! It’s a year of “firsts” culminating in one giant, sugary milestone. I recently had the pleasure of hosting a lovely local family for a first birthday cake smash with siblings in Scotch...

Valentine’s Portraits | Westfield NJ Children’s Photographer

Professional child's portrait taken during a Valentine's Day pop-up event in Union County.

Sweet Smiles & Playtime: Our Valentine’s Day Pop-Up at Small Town Play Cafe As a Westfield NJ children’s photographer, there is nothing I love more than a high-energy holiday event! Our latest Valentine’s Day portraits at Small Town Play Cafe were a massive success. Between the stunning red backdrop and the custom balloon garland, we...

Scotch Plains NJ Newborn Photographer | Luxury Baby & Sibling Session

Family newborn session in Scotch Plains NJ with mom, dad, toddler brother, and baby girl.

Capturing the New Chapter: A Luxury Newborn Session in Scotch Plains, NJ The Story: Patience and “Big Feelings” As a baby photographer, I know how important it is to document this time. Welcoming a new baby is a massive transition, especially for a toddler brother. During this recent session with a beautiful baby girl and...

Celebration of life dog photoshoot Cranford NJ

family photo of mom, dad and dog snuggling each other at their celebration of life photoshoot in Cranford NJ

A Final Gift of Love: A Celebration of Life Dog Photoshoot in Cranford, NJ There is a profound beauty in the quiet moments of a dog’s golden years. When Aileen reached out to me, she wanted to give her boyfriend the most meaningful Christmas gift imaginable: a celebration of life session for his elderly pup....

Basking Ridge NJ Branding Photography

Professional branding headshots of Shalima Bhalla from Customer Signal doing her podcast in Basking Ridge, NJ

Capturing the Essence: A Branding Photography Session with Customer Signal’s Shalima Bhalla in Basking Ridge, NJ Are you looking to elevate your personal brand and make a lasting impression? In today’s digital landscape, professional imagery is more crucial than ever for connecting with your audience and showcasing your unique story. We recently had the pleasure...

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Joan Marie is an award winning Fine Art Portrait Photographer serving Scotch Plains, NJ and the surrounding Tri-State area. Joan specializes in Newborn, Child, Pet, High School, Family, Dating Profile and Corporate Headshot Photography.  Joan prides herself in the products and personalized services she offers her Clients.  She is utterly in love with photography and can't wait to share it with you.

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