ABOUT JOY Joy Strotz combines her passion for photography, over a decade of modeling, experience in television production and the journey of raising three boys to bring a creative edge to her photography. Joy received her broadcasting degree at San Francisco State University where she received the acclaimed Albert Johnson Award. At SFSU she specialized in directing live television, and was trained in cutting edge digital video editing and production. Prior to her time in San Francisco, Joy modeled in Chicago and was seen on magazine covers, in catalogs and television ads. Her experience as a model has put many clients at ease in front of the camera, giving them just enough direction to make them look like pros. "Capturing the moment in the most creative way possible" has always been the driving force in Joy's craft. Her wide variety of work can be seen in advertising, catalogs, commercial venues and many family homes. Joy has received awards and merits from many professional photographic organizations. She is the winner of the National Photo Award's 2006 "Professional Open" category, and is featured in Rangefinder's "Award Winning Wedding & Portrait Photography of 2007." Joy is available for commercial, portrait, architectural, and wedding photography. She is a member of the Professional Photographers of America, the Professional Photographers of California, and the Wedding & Portrait Photographers International. For an in-depth look behind the scenes of Joy's work, be sure to READ THE FEATURE ARTICLE from the July 2008 issue of ProPhotoWest magazine. For more on Joy, view the Tahoe Bonanza SUNDAY PROFILE.