A b o u t
Tay Jules Photography is a central Illinois-based Photographer creating dreamy, documentary style imagery for couples, weddings, families, mothers, and brands.
ME: HONORING THE MOMENTS THAT MEAN THE MOST TO YOU.
Whether you’re falling in love, starting a family, marrying your person, building your dream business, or celebrating a milestone moment — I would be honored to document this sweet season for you. My approach is intuitive, gentle, and rooted in care. I offer sessions for couples, families, maternity, newborns, weddings, intimate elopements, and soulful brand storytelling.
I’m here to honor the moments that mean the most to you. And if you want it documented, I’ll be there - with my camera, my heart, and my whole presence.
let’s tell your story, together.COUPLES + ENGAGEMENTS
WEDDINGS + ELOPEMENTS
FAMILIES + MOTHERHOOD
SOULFUL BRANDING EXPERIENCE
MY STORY
PHOTOGRAPHY HAS BEEN IN MY HEART FOR AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER.
I grew up watching my parents build a photography business - witnessing the heart, hustle, and human connection it takes to do this work well. By fifteen, I was editing in Photoshop and second-shooting weddings—teary-eyed behind the lens as strangers became family for a day.
For over a decade, I quietly supported other photographers as a second shooter— learning to anticipate moments, read emotion, and hold steady amidst the full spectrum of a wedding day. It taught me that photography isn’t just about light and timing — it’s about presence, attunement, and honoring love in all its expressions.
Alongside photography, I’ve spent nearly ten years working in marketing and visual design. That work shaped my eye for aesthetic, detail, and story - but it wasn’t until recently that I found my way back to the lens through a different path.
f a s t f o r w a r d : THE JOURNEY HAS BEEN BOTH A HEALING AND A HOMECOMING.
My own healing journey led me to sobriety, which led me to yoga - where I first began to understand the felt sense of presence and embodiment. Teaching yoga eventually brought me to social work, where I’m now finishing my MSW (graduating may 2026), and has deepened my gift for holding space with care, curiosity, and grounded presence.
Through my work as a trauma-informed yoga teacher, community circle facilitator, and intern therapist, I’ve come to know the sacredness of simply being seen.
HELPING OTHERS FEEL safe, seen, and celebrated IS THE THREAD THAT RUNS THROUGH
e v e r y t h i n g I DO.
MORE about me ♡
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☉ Aries | ☾ Libra | ↑ Virgo
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Manifesting Generator 4/1
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Slow mornings with brand new parents. The beautiful chaos of real family life — unposed, unpredictable, and full of love. The quiet anticipation of soon-to-be parents. Couples who play like best friends — and are down for an adventure. The first look between a bride and groom. Truly I just love witnessing and documenting love in all of its forms.
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To intertwine my work as a photographer, therapist, and yoga teacher into one sacred offering—holding space for healing, creativity, and connection in every form.
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Canon R6 — my ride or die.
24–70mm for versatility, 35mm for the magic.
A piece of pantyhose (yes, really) for that dreamy soft glow.
My MacBook Pro: where the storytelling comes to life.
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Curled up on the couch with my laptop, a blanket, and maybe an ice pack—post-wedding day recovery is real. Bonus points if my love is next to me and I have coffee in hand.
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From the coffee shop - iced miel latte. From home - we buy 5 lb bulk bags of coffee from Columbia Street Roastery because we are obsessed — currently, we’re loving the Brazil and Costa Rica single origin.
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Edit. Hehe, just kidding… but also not really. I love tending my garden and making medicinal tea blends from the herbs I grow. Daily walks with my honey, going to my favorite reformer Pilates class or doing a gentle embodiment practice to start the day grounded. Staying up way too late reading on my Kindle (currently obsessed with Zodiac Academy), meal prepping nourishing meals for the week, and listening to astrology podcasts for weekly energy updates. Spending solo time in nature is my ultimate solace.
I blend heart, artistry, and a trauma-informed lens to tell stories that feel like home. My approach is intuitive and gentle—centered around honoring your truth and the quiet b e a u t y of your life.
WORK WITH ME
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IF YOU’RE JUST LOOKING FOR A PHOTOGRAPHER,
I MIGHT NOT BE IT.
But if you’re looking for someone to capture the magic of the season you’re in—someone who will hold space and create imagery that reflects the essence of you—I would be honored to be that for you.