Whims and Joy

Whims and Joy is a Minneapolis-based wedding and family photography business led by Sammy, operating since 2015 and available worldwide. Sammy photographs with a romantic and soft flair, prioritizing natural light, organic candid moments, and documentary-style storytelling alongside posed portraits; she also covers engagements, family, maternity, newborns, boudoir, and corporate branding. Sammy started Whims and Joy in 2015 after receiving a masters degree in business; some of her work has been picked up by local and national publications. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with availability worldwide. Couples consistently highlight Sammy's responsive communication, ability to guide camera-shy clients into natural poses, documentary-style editing that suits vibrant color palettes, attention to cultural and personal details, and a second shooter who works unobtrusively alongside her.