Julie Branyan Photography will be Relocating

Josh and I are starting a new adventure in our life. Right now, it seems exciting, scary, stressful and a mix of emotions. Life has thrown a lot at us the last couple of months while we were deciding which route to go. Ultimately, we decided the best decision for us is to be closer to family. Over the last five years since we’ve been together, we’ve been far away from those we love. It’s difficult not to have a support system and people to laugh with during the holidays. I know we are making the right decision, but at the same time it’s hard to look ahead and know everything will be ok.  I’ve been praying for awhile that God would lead us where he wanted us to go. 
The decision we’ve made is to move to Phoenix, Arizona to be with our family. The move will happen August 31st.  I will be jobless for awhile and hopefully be able to persue photography full time. I’m following a dream to do what I love and change my small piece of the world.  I’m not sure what God has planned for us and it may require me having another job, but I’m willing and ready to follow him. 
I’m so happy we ended up in Omaha for the last two years. We’ve met amazing people, I’ve had the opportunity to do what I love, and grow as a photographer. If you’re ever in Arizona make sure to let me know!
To quote one of my favorite show Scrubs: I’ve been thinking a lot lately about taking chances, and how it’s really just about overcoming your fears. Because the truth is, every time you take a big risk in your life, no matter how it ends up, you’re always glad you took it. –JD 
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Jaime D - I will miss you too….even if we didnt get together more than that one time! But You have to do whats right for you guys and I wish you the best of luck!!!

amber L - we’ll miss you :( but so excited for you guys to do be doing something new! tell me when your in omaha, and we’ll get together!

And that’s when I Snapped | Omaha Wedding Photographer

Today I went and got my hair did by my amazing friend, client, and hairstylist Megan (she is the best stylist ever). Josh and I are getting our photos taken on Sunday and my hair needed some major help. The last time I had time to get my hair done was April!! So when I got there Megan goes, “I got you something, it is dorky.” Of course I replied, “oh, I LOVE dorky.”I opened the bag to find the coolest shirt ever that said, “And that’s when I snapped.” It has a photos of a camera on it too. When I got home I put the shirt on and made Josh take photos of me. Yes, I’m that dorky and a camera shirt makes me happy! I have the best clients ever. So here is to Wednesday, having rocking hair, and getting the best shirt ever! Thank you Megan!

 

You know you want one too!

I can’t be serious in front of the camera I just laugh. Also, yes, my face is out of focus, but my shirt is in focus so that is all that matters!

Just a fun one of me rocking my new hairstyle.

 

Laura - You are so cute!!! You’re posts are always fun and amazing!!!

Bob Andrews - too funny! You’re friend has a great sense of humor :)

Michelle - Love that tshirt! And your hair’s not bad, either ;-)

Bryce, Abby, Bella, and Lola | Omaha Wedding Photographer

This session was a lot of fun. We got some cute photos in a short amount of time due to the mosquitoes eating us alive. I got home covered in bug bites from the super mosquitoes who were not even resistant to insect repellent!  Bella is such a sweet heart. She loves to dance, run and always be on the move. The youngest Lola has the sweetest expressions and enjoys exploring the world around her. Her expressions just made me laugh while I was editing the photos.

Abby loving on Bella

 

 

 

Little baby toes. Love them!

Her expressions are adorable!

 

I love this face!

 

Abby loving a little on Lola.

 

Erin Bridal Session | Omaha Wedding Photographer

As promised, here are more photos from Erin’s bridal session. She is officially a married woman as of Saturday! Congrats Erin!

I had a few people ask me what is a bridal session. It is a chance to put on your dress before or after your wedding to take some photos of you looking fabulous (it’s basically an excuse to put on your dress one more time and take extra photos). The wedding day is always very rushed and there is not always time to get all those photos you would like at different locations. For Erin’s session we went to Elmwood park, the Magnolia hotel, and borrowed a good friends roof to see downtown.

On a personal note, I spent today recovering from the weekend and catching up on a few items. Working in the heat all weekend was exhausting, but I got some amazing photos I can’t wait to share. I’m excited for what this year and next year have in store for me. Hope everyone has a lovely week!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photograph a Bridal Session | 101 Goals in 1001 Days

I know you probably hate it when I only post one image, but this time there is a reason. I met Erin at a Bridal show in February, she is a photographer and was looking for someone to photograph her bridal portraits. Of course I jumped on the opportunity and was so honored she would ask. It was on my goal list and I was glad I had someone so awesome to photograph.  I can’t share the images yet, since her wedding is this Saturday (I don’t want to give away the surprise). We photographed this session back in April so I’ve been waiting a long time to share.  I wish I could be there to photograph her wedding, but I will be with another lovely couple. I wish them all the best. There will be a lot more to come this weekend!!

 

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