Faith-Founded Artistic Storyteller
Based in Humboldt County, Northern California
Christian Photographer
I’m Bethany
hey there,
Growing up in Humboldt County, I developed a deep appreciation for God's beautiful creation. I would sit on the edge of my couch to look out the window, entertained for hours, watching the hundreds of gathered robins search for worms. I'd often bike to Clam Beach and I would sit until the sun set on the beach listening to the crashing waves and watching the seagulls fly by. I'd inhale the biggest earthy breath I could as I walked through the Redwood Forest and soak in all the sights and smells.
From the age of nine, I began using my mother's DSLR camera, and every birthday and Christmas I'd ask for film. I worked hard babysitting mostly to have the funds to be able to develop the film. Attempting to capture the beauty I saw and felt began when I was very young. And admiring God's intricate attention to detail; His incredible care for all He made, and the way He spoke to me in those quiet moments- single handily convinced me of His love for me.
At the heart of my business, a philosophy developed when I was young, I believe in proclaiming God's love in all I do, desiring to bring Him all the glory. I see God's beauty in His creation and I'm thrilled that I get to display His beautiful works through the art of photography.follow:
The Redwoods Experience
Photographing the redwoods can be quite challenging. The forest floor often becomes very dark, and skin tones can pick up a green cast from the trees’ reflections. Bethany’s passion has been to study the light and become a master of overcoming these challenges.
With precise timing, thoughtfully planned compositions, and expert editing, she captures and delivers stunning, unforgettable images in the redwood groves.
Bethany confidently moves and directs her clients to specific spots to capture the best light paired with the most ideal background. She is known to gently and confidently direct in a way her clients feel comfortable and beautiful.
Rest assured that when you choose Bethany Joy Photography, you are choosing an artist who has your dream photos in mind and is passionate about creating the most beautiful art to decorate your walls.
a little more…
A Christian wedding and portrait photographer based in Humboldt County, California.
Inspired by my faith, I'm passionate about capturing your unique story while boldly proclaiming the hope and joy I have in Christ Jesus, my Savior. My desire is that you can sense Christ's deep love for you through the art of photography.
Motivated by my Christian beliefs, I am a huge supporter of Christian marriages and will genuinely be rejoicing with you on your wedding day! The beauty in Christian marriages is one I find incredibly beautiful and sacred.
Photographing your wedding, elopement, engagement or portrait photos is not only my career- it's my JOY and passion!
“My dream is to be a part of your dream”
– Caitlyn H.
KIND WORDS
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Bethany. She is incredibly kind, talented, and truly one of the sweetest people. She made everyone feel comfortable and calm, and many of my guests commented on how organized, professional, and kind she was throughout the day. She captured so many special moments that I didn’t even notice happening. Our photos were returned within a few weeks, beautifully edited, full of emotion and beyond anything I could have hoped for. I’m so grateful to have these memories and would recommend her a thousand times over.
-Alissa
Prior to my wedding Last November I had met Bethany because she had done a few weddings that I had attended and we connected over our interest in photography. I was particularly impressed with her from a professional standpoint when I saw she had edited and finished some of the photos from the wedding by the next day which showed to me her level of seriousness and professionalism with her business. Not to mention how great the photos looked. When it came time for our wedding we considered her to do our 300 person wedding For several reasons; First of all we loved her style she’s a great photographer. Secondly we felt like she was somebody we could trust and rely on. third reason which was a very big deal to me especially was that she has a very calm but effective demeanor and since my now wife doesn’t handle stress well at all, I knew it would be very important for us to be working with somebody who could help keep her in a good mindset. It turned out for our wedding, Everything we had hoped for in Bethany being our photographer came true. She was one of the few vendors who actually did what they promised and she did an incredible job at it. Our wedding was one of those where the rain comes through in Southern California and ruins all your plans and becomes incredibly stressful. But Bethany did an incredible job of maintaining a positive mindset which made our entire experience so much better than it could’ve been. But I can say with 100% certainty the photos and images she created with her visionary mind and incredible ability to execute that vision, Ended up as some of the best wedding photos I’ve ever seen. I know I sound biased but check out the photos on her page from the Indian wedding at the hummingbird nest Ranch. They look like they could be in Vogue magazine. I’m not exaggerating in the slightest bit. I could not recommend her more as a wedding photographer. Incredible person and incredible photographer, Who truly loves her job and loves working with people, And with her team I’d say single-handedly saved our wedding.
-Paul
Bethany is an artist who really loves what she does and it speaks in the experience she gives and the beautiful space she creates for you to be yourself. I highly recommend her for your shoot.
I love Bethany’s work!! She understood my daughter’s vision and brought it to life! My daughter was not comfortable taking pictures but Bethany put her at ease and talked her through exactly how to move to get wonderful shots. Thanks for giving us beautiful pictures to treasure!
Bethany is so sweet and caring! She has lovely work and will make you feel so beautiful!
Wow! What a truly wonderful experience shooting with Bethany! Such a kind, fun and helpful photographer! Loved every minute and the photos turned out so soooo beautiful! She perfectly captured the vision!
We had such a great experience with Bethany!! She truly is so talented and extremely knowledgeable! Highly recommend!!
My experience has been nothing short of amazing! Bethany is kind, professional , and wonderful with direction. I look forward to collaborating more in the future. You have to let her capture your timeless moments in time.
-Jasmine
We love Bethany’s photos- she has taken some priceless photos of our family over the years that we cherish. I will always treasure the photos she took of our grandson who passed within moments of his birth. She was so very kind and thoughtful during a hard time, and we treasure the beautiful photos of the time we had of him.
-Heather
Bethany's work is beautiful, and she did a great job of helping our 4 boys all act and smile naturally. She is friendly, kind, professional, and knows how to pose family groups. Highly recommended.
-J&K
Bethany Joy Photography is absolutely phenomenal! From the very beginning, she brought such a peaceful and kind presence that immediately put us at ease. She goes above and beyond in every way, truly pouring her heart into capturing each moment with so much care and artistry.
She was highly recommended to us, and now I see exactly why — she exceeded every expectation. Our proposal at Wedding Rock was perfect, and Bethany was such an integral part of making it unforgettable. She is not only professional, but also incredibly thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely invested in making the experience magical. Everyone is raving about her photos. They are truly unreal and so romantic! My friend who is a phenomenal photography is raving about how amazing her work is. Bethany is highly respected amongst other photographers and her work captures her heart for the people she photographs. We genuinely loved her sweet spirit and we hope to work with her in the future.
Working with her was a joy in every sense — she is blessed with such grace and excellence, and her work reflects it beautifully. Bethany did not disappoint; she was incredible from start to finish. If you are looking for someone who is kind, talented, and will make your most important moments feel effortless and extraordinary, Bethany Joy Photography is the one.
-Erica
My experience with Bethany Joy Photography was nothing short of extraordinary. Bethany joined us as our videographer at the very last minute, and despite the limited preparation time, she effortlessly jumped in and crafted a stunning visual narrative that perfectly captured the vision we had oh so briefly described.
Along with the major moments, she captured so many special details throughout the evening that I know I would have otherwise missed. Meticulous and attentive, Bethany brought our day to life with her artistry and keen eye for detail.In short, I cannot recommend them highly enough!!
-Michela
Bethany was amazing, so much more than just a photographer. She was helpful, positive, and brought a real joyous energy. She posed us and gave great direction the entire time. She had great creative vision and I couldn't be happier with our photos. I worked with her to pick the perfect time and to let her know what I liked and what my vision was for the location. She met it beautifully. I highly recommend and look forward to the next opportunity at booking a session.
-Riki
Such a great experience shooting with Bethany Joy Photography. She went out of her way to get the perfect photos. She really has an eye for the art form. We are so pleased with her final product and the way she captured my 14 year old dancer. If you are looking for a photographer to capture your dancer, child, production, or special moment, Bethany Joy Photography is the way to go. She captures the moments in a practical way, but also gives you beautiful works of art!
Her work is the best to say the least! I was a little nervous at first because I had never had professional pictures done but she made it so easy and comfortable. She knew exactly how to tell me to pose or do different movements, and she made sure I was comfortable with everything. I lovee the results of the photos. 10/10 recommend :))
I am so grateful for Bethany!
This was my first time ever getting professional photos done and im beyond happy I choose her to capture the beauty of my new wellness spa! She was incredibly easy to work with, sent me reminders as the date approached, and guided me through the whole process!
As someone who’s usually camera shy, I was worried I would feel nervous in front of the camera, but Bethany’s sweet personality immediately put me at ease. She made me feel so comfortable and confident throughout the shoot, I didn’t have to worry about a thing!
Bethany’s kindness & professionalism shine through in every shot. I couldn’t be more pleased with the results and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for photos for themselves or their business!
-Michelle S
Getting our photos taken with Bethany was amazing! We had a short amount of time to get it done before sunset and she was lightning fast. Despite our time crunch, she made us feel at ease and she still got hundreds of beautiful shots (and they were all different!) We were so happy with the results. We felt romantic and beautiful and were blown away by the cinematic quality of the photos!
Bethany is truly such a gifted photographer her easy going and gentle personality makes her so fun and easy to work with and her artistic eye and dedication really comes through in all of her work!
Would highly recommend her for any and all of your photography needs!
-Ashlyn
Bethany was completely professional with a kind, easy-going personality which made the whole experience enjoyable. Not only that, but the photos turned out so well!
-Kenna
Bethany took mommy and me/maternity pictures for me. They are the most beautiful pictures, and I cherish them. I do not consider myself a photogenic person, but she made me feel so comfortable and somehow guided the experience so that the pictures turned out so natural and candid looking. She captured my 13 month old’s personality and beautiful smiles so well. I can’t say enough good things about her skills. You should definitely have her take your pictures!!
-Hannah
CLIENT LOVE
“Bethany is a true JOY to work with! Her easy going and sweet personality and her raw talent with the camera make things so effortless and fun! She truly will go above and beyond to get the shoot and you will be left with the most amazing memories in picture form! Love her and her work so much!”
Ashlyn Penner
Making Memories
to last a lifetime
“Genuine emotion, creativity, and a sense of adventurous spirit are just a few words that can truly describe Bethany’s unique and captivating artistic photography style. When you choose Bethany as your photographer, you are not only selecting a skilled professional but also an artist who genuinely has your best interests in mind and is dedicated to capturing your most cherished moments with care and precision!”