About
Hi! I’m Joelle. A photographer based in Southwest Florida, drawn to love, relationships, and connection.
While in art school, I realized my work consistently returned to the same place: how people relate to one another. That understanding continues to shape the way I photograph today.
My approach is documentary at its core, with an editorial touch. I pay attention to what’s happening naturally, the gestures, the pauses, the moments in between. My goal is not to manufacture a feeling but to recognize it when it appears.
My work
I work with couples, families, mothers, seniors, and brands who value authenticity and presence.
My Approach
Sessions are calm and intentional. I offer direction when needed, but I leave space for movement, conversation, and real interaction. The images we create are honest reflections of who you are, not who you’re supposed to be.
Why it matters
Photography is how I honor relationships.
It’s how I slow things down, pay attention, and preserve moments that are often felt more than spoken. Love doesn’t always look loud or perfect—sometimes it’s quiet, subtle, and deeply personal. That’s what I’m drawn to.
INDI V/SUALS
Indi V/suals is rooted in individuality, intention, and trust.
Every story is different. Every relationship has its own language.
Education
2017-2021
Ringling College of Art & Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Photography & Digital Imaging
2026-Present
Harvard University
Master of Liberal Arts in Museum Studies
Exhibitions
2026:MONAD presents Miami Summer| Miami FL
2022: Trap Heals, Florida Gulf Coast University| Fort Myers, FL
2022: Visions in Black, Art Center Sarasota| Sarasota, FL
2021: Road Map to Joy| Philadelphia, PA
2021: Senior Thesis Exhibition: Love & Kinship, Lois + David Stulburg Gallery| Sarasota, FL
2020: Annual Photography & Imaging Show, Diane Roskamp Exhibition Hall| Sarasota, FL
2020: P&I Pop Up Exhibition, Lois and David Stulberg Gallery| Sarasota, FL
2020: Beyond Measure, Deborah M. Cooley Photography Gallery| Sarasota, FL
2020: Adulting, Urbanite Theatre| Sarasota, FL
2019: Mis En Scene, Deborah M. Cooley Photography Gallery| Sarasota, FL
2019: Annual Photography & Imaging Show, Diane Roskamp Exhibition Hall| Sarasota, FL
2019: 18th Annual Women’s Exhibition, Robert Perkins Student Life Wing Gallery| Sarasota, FL
2019: Chroma, Deborah Cooley Photography Centre| Sarasota, FL
2018: Annual Photography & Imaging Show, Diane Roskamp Exhibition Hall| Sarasota, FL
Online Exhibitions
2020: Tunnel of Oppression| Online Exhibition
2020: Best of Ringling| Online Exhibition
2020: Earth Mother/Mother Earth| Online Exhibition
Lectures & Talks
2021: Love & Kinship Senior Thesis, Ringling College of Art & Design
2020: Professional Projects: People of New Town, Ringling College of Art & Design
Publications
2022: Sarasota Magazine, "Mother Nature"
2020-2021: Format Portfolio Spotlight
Awards
2022: Visions in Black Honorable Mention Award
2021: Best of Ringling Gold Juror's Award
2021: Bob Cohn & Sue Gutterman Fund
2020: Best of Ringling Bronze Juror's Award
2020: Best of Ringling Faculty Award for Best Concept
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