INTENTIONAL, DREAMY, CANDID   

Julia is an absolutely phenomenal artist! Her passion for her craft immediately shine through during her sessions, but even more so, her genuine desire to capture love, joy, intimacy, and connection in her photos is clear. I’ve had the pleasure of using Julia for photos on multiple occasions and every single time I feel empowered, respected, supported, and cared for. She is a badass who will also make you feel like a badass! Every session has felt like I’m on a date with my family or partner and she’s there to capture it- which is exactly what we want. Book her for the photos you need, and then one more time for the photos you want! She’ll deliver on both. ❤️

"Despite how nervous I was to be the center of attention and be in front of a camera by myself, I knew that Julia was the one I wanted on the other side of that lens. She made the entire experience feel comfortable, magical, fun, and like I've been modeling with an old friend for most of my life. The experience was anything but anxiety provoking and I cannot wait for the opportunity to be photographed by sweet Julia again, to portray recent growth, healing, and the start of new beginnings. There's no one better to bring your dreams alive and take all of your wishes into consideration but her. You'll feel empowered. You'll feel like a badass. You'll feel beautiful. It's just how she makes you feel with her work."

"As a photographer myself, I was initially reluctant to hire someone else, often finding myself critiquing other artists' work, stance, composition, and lighting choices. However, Julia exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we arrived, she transformed what could have been a standard photoshoot into a fun and memorable event. She took the time to get to know us by applying her knack for making people feel comfortable and at ease. She captured our genuine smiles and personalities. It wasn’t just about taking pictures; it was about creating memories together as a family.

"I had a fantastic experience working with Julia! Engaging in a photo session was new to me and very outside of my comfort zone, and Julia created a kind, collaborative, and supportive space. She made the process feel comfortable and natural, and offered helpful suggestions on how to position my body when needed.She also asked me if there was anything in particular that I wanted to highlight or was looking to see in the photos. I am so happy with the photos from the session and feel that Julia has a unique way of highlighting both the subject and the surroundings in a complementary way. I would highly recommend working with Julia!"

"Wish I could give more stars to Julia (and her amazing assistant/partner) for making our pictures being taken a wonderful experience. We were all nervous to be in front of the camera, and my shy dog is NOT easy to photograph. Julia did a wonderful job both encouraging my partner and I to have fun, as well as go out of her way to help our doggo be more comfortable, too! Julia is light-hearted, so so friendly and has a BEAUTIFUL eye for photography. I was more than overjoyed at seeing the final edits. Highly recommend considering Julia Dillavou for your next photoshoot!"

"I love love love my photos. And the shoot couldn’t have been better! Julia made it so fun, helped Jack and i (and even the pups) relax. Didn’t feel like I was posing, just playing. Awesome experience with even more excellent outcome. Thank you so very much."

"I had the unique experience of working with Julia as both a client and a peer. We worked together on a model call with one other photographer. I love how easy it was to work with her. She was polite and able to read the room. She stepped back when one of us had an idea, but also stepped forward with no issue. She was just very respectful and professional.

I also had a session with Julia, and it was amazing. I'm not comfortable being on the other side of the lens, but she made it so natural and chill. She had photos ready quickly, and they were so gorgeous. 10/10 would book again."

"Julia took photos of me in two locations, and she was so kind and informative when it came to positioning and asking me to pose certain ways. I felt really comfortable with her suggestions and she was so considerate. The edited photos were even more gorgeous than I expected. I felt so confident and beautiful when I saw them! She is a LGBTQ+ friendly & consent focused photographer. Would highly recommend for any sort of portrait like session!"

Despite the absolute chaos of taking pictures with three small kids, Julia captured many magic moments and my kids’ true personalities. I was stressed taking pictures two months postpartum but she made it fun and special. She got beautiful sneak peeks back to us so soon and I was so impressed with her work and editing style. I definitely want to do annual photos with her and if I wasn’t already married I’d have her do my wedding for sure!! We love Julia!

Julia is an absolute gem. The entire process was so seamless and comfortable from the start. Our initial inquiries were met with quick replies and enthusiasm. Julia's booking interface is streamlined and professional, and she made us feel at ease every step of the way. This was especially true when it came time for the actual photo session. My partner was so nervous about being photographed. With Julia's gentle guidance and low pressure atmosphere, it took no time at all for him to settle in and feel relaxed. The photos turned out so beautifully and I know we will cherish them the rest of our lives. Julia is exceptionally skilled in her art. It was such a privilege to work with her.

I didn’t know what to wear, and honestly I’m not someone who ever does, but Julia had a variety of dresses, skirts, and tops for me to choose from! And they were size inclusive!! I have never been so happy to change into something that felt so right for a photoshoot! She navigated the restrictions of our space incredibly easily and it looks like we visited different locations. Most importantly she captured more love between myself and my boys than I could have ever asked for. Pictures, moments, memories - they last a lifetime. Thank you Julia, for being a part of it.