Hello and welcome! I’m Jodee, the owner of Visual Creations Photography. I have spent many years working behind scenes in everything from sports and commercial photography to editing for photographers throughout the world. I have even worked in software and graphics. I branded off into my own business in 2009. I am a graduate of Viterbo University. I am a multi-published, award winning photographer based out of La Crosse, Wisconsin. I have traveled the world having the honor of working with some of the best photographers in the nation. I have spent countless hours training and continuing my education in photography. I specialize in newborns and maternity photography. I also love working with couples, events, and family photography. Senior photography is also among my many favorites. As a mom myself, I understand the importance of taking the time and investing in professional portraits. I look forward to guiding you in your portrait experience.
It’s crazy to think, I have been a mom more years of my life than not! I have been with my husband since middle school. We finish each other’s sandwiches and sentences. With 5 daughters, we quite possibly hold a world record for how many times we’ve seen Frozen. People frequently ask me how I handle baby fever while constantly working with newborns. Well, the truth is, not very well! We have 7 kids. Yes you read that correct, seven. I have also been privileged to experience being a boy mom, all though our girls outnumber our boys, we do have 2 boys. They are your typical boys. They climb the walls, destroy their clothes, and break everything they touch. They even surprised the furniture repair man with our new living room set. After 20 years in the industry, the repair man said he “never seen an entire frame broke quite like that”. Should we be proud?
Our kids range in age, so parents with teens, I understand your pain. I know what it’s like to have the person you taught to use the toilet to be your biggest bully. As I reflect on my 11 year old and 15 year old laughing at me when I asked them to teach me how to make a “tok tok” video for my business. I learned that it is actually called “tik tok” and “I am so cringe”. When something is awesome, it means it “hits hard”, but fellow parents, you are NOT allowed to say that.
We are from the La Crosse area. If you ever see someone dancing in the middle of a grocery store, that’s probably my husband. We are both always laughing and goofing around. I’m notorious for saying ridiculous things, so even your most serious teenagers will probably end up smiling at some point. In my free time I like to….well I have 7 kids, I don’t have free time. I love meeting other photographers, shopping local, and supporting other businesses (especially since I typically refuse to photograph my own kids-they are some hot messes). I love what I do and can’t imagine having a different career. I have the most amazing clients and have met so many friends along the way. If you’re new here, I am so glad you found me! I can’t wait to work with you.