Hi, I'm Joyce.

a documentary photographer in Northern California

Telling stories is a way of seeing the world. 

As an artist, photojournalist, storyteller and educator, I’ve found my true passion in capturing the beauty and complexity of real-life moments. Whether I'm shooting a portrait session or a wedding, I believe that family is at the heart of everything I envision. As a storyteller, I strive to create memorable visual stories that capture the essence of people's lives and relationships.

What I love most about photography is its ability to convey emotions and memories through small, wordless moments, an image. I believe that these moments carry the most power, and I aspire to capture them in my photographs.

I currently reside in Northern California, splitting my time between Mendocino and San Francisco. I'm always exploring new locations, and I'm excited to travel the world to capture the stories of families. 

My 15+ years of experience in the UX Design creative industry and the marketing design world of technology has given me a creative perspective on photography as a technical art form.

debi Lorenc.

a fine art photographer in Northern California

Debi is drawn to beauty, mystery, and truth—often found in the quiet power of a fleeting moment. Whether it’s a bustling street scene, the play of shadows in a canyon, or the curious glance of a stranger, she sees each image as a story waiting to be told.

Photography has been part of her life since childhood, inspired by her grandfather and father’s love for the craft. Her camera travels with her wherever she goes, from the rugged mountains of Big Sur to far corners of the world. Light is her greatest muse—sunsets over the ocean, the glint of moonlight on a creek—reminding her to pause and feel gratitude.

In addition to photography, she works across mediums including painting, drawing, and jewelry-making. Her background in fine arts and design informs how she sees the world—through color, balance, and a deep curiosity. At weddings, she brings that same sensibility to telling an authentic, layered story, one that honors both the grand moments and the smallest, wordless gestures.

Debi splits her time between Big Sur, San José and Mendocino. She and her husband raised their four children in San José, and she’s always ready to explore new places in search of the next story to tell.