SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA + NORTHEAST TENNESSEE

EVERY
MOMENT.
ALL HEART.

The game. The people. The feeling.
Photographs that bring you right back.

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SPORTS. SENIORS. COUPLES. EVENTS.
Real moments, through my lens.

SPORTSSENIORSCOUPLESEVENTS

01 / SELECTED PHOTOGRAPHS

LET THE
FRAMES TALK.

The energy in the game.
The people who make it matter.
The moments in between.

A volleyball player leaps to attack the ball while defenders prepare to block at the net.

A football player carries the ball as defenders close in around him.

People raise their hands and sing together under purple stage lighting.

A young woman receives a crown during a ceremony on the football field.

Cheerleaders perform elevated stunts in front of the football stands.

A smiling adult talks with two children during a group activity.

A volleyball player in a bright pink shirt jumps to hit the ball above the net.

A volleyball player stretches high above the net to strike the ball.

A young man in sunglasses smiles and gestures outdoors under evening event lights.

A football player wearing number 33 runs past his coach toward the sideline.

A volleyball player follows the ball overhead with her arm extended for a hit.

Young people lean forward over open books during a group gathering.

Performers in black strike coordinated poses on a field under evening lights.

Two volleyball teammates jump together with their hands raised above the net.

A young woman writes in a notebook while seated at a group gathering.

A young man gestures while holding a book outdoors beneath string lights.

Two volleyball teammates celebrate together on the court.

A young musician plays a keyboard under stage lighting.

A football player wearing number 55 listens on the sideline with teammates behind him.

A volleyball player in a bright pink shirt reaches to attack as an opponent prepares to block.

A musician sings into a microphone while playing an acoustic guitar under a spotlight.

A coach talks with a helmeted football player on the sideline.

A volleyball player in a bright pink shirt concentrates while holding the ball.

People in bright pink shirts embrace beside the volleyball court.

A football player raises his helmet beneath stadium lights.

A volleyball player in a bright pink shirt sets the ball with both hands above her head.

Volleyball teammates in matching bright pink shirts smile together on the court.

A helmeted football player crouches on the field before the game, framed by blue sky and autumn trees.

A volleyball player crouches near the court boundary with teammates in the background.

A signed volleyball rests beside papers on a scorer’s table.

A helmeted football player wearing number 9 stands among teammates before the game.

A helmeted football player wearing number 6 looks ahead between teammates.

Football players run onto the field carrying team and United States flags.

A helmeted football player jumps high during warm-ups on the field.

A football receiver leaps to catch the ball as a defender follows behind.

A football player carries the ball at full stride across the field.

A football player carries the ball toward the camera during a night game.

An athlete in a black warm-up shirt and head covering stands on the field.

A helmeted football player in an orange uniform stands with teammates under stadium lights.

Football players leap with their arms raised near the end of the field during a night game.

Two football teammates in orange uniforms jump in celebration.

A football player in an orange uniform runs with the ball as a defender reaches from the ground.

A football player leans into a team huddle with arms extended over his teammates.

A football player stands alone on the field beneath a purple evening sky.

Creative sports edit of a player making a one-handed catch with a game-style achievement overlay.

A football offense lines up before the snap on the field.

A helmeted football player drinks from a water bottle on the sideline.

A helmeted football player looks forward from the middle of a team huddle.

Football players watch a ball in the air during warm-ups beneath an evening sky.

Football teammates celebrate together in the end zone before the game.

A football player adjusts a bright green mouthguard on the sideline.

An athlete in a white number 18 warm-up shirt jogs across the field beneath blue sky.

Football teammates in matching white warm-up shirts walk across the field.

A football ball carrier in navy moves around a teammate as a defender approaches.

A volleyball player in a red number 14 uniform sets the ball above her head.

A volleyball player in red attacks the ball against two blockers in pink.

A volleyball player in red and black bends down to tie a bright pink shoe.

A volleyball player looks toward teammates gathered in a close team huddle.

A volleyball player in red and black adjusts her stance between points near the net.

A volleyball player listens closely while surrounded by teammates in a huddle.

A volleyball player in red and black leans forward in a ready stance on the court.

A volleyball player in red and black extends her arms near the sideline.

A volleyball player in red and black jumps to serve with the ball overhead.

A spectator records a volleyball match on a phone from the stands.

A volleyball player in red and black waits courtside, framed by the edge of the gym.

A young woman gestures from the volleyball sideline during a match.

A volleyball player in white jumps to strike the ball above the net.

A smiling volleyball player in a white number 6 jersey raises her hands toward a teammate.

A volleyball player in a white number 14 jersey leaps with her arm extended toward the ball.

A volleyball player in white rises above the net as teammates watch from below.

A volleyball player in white reaches from her knees to pass the ball.

A volleyball player in white swings at the ball while an opponent in red attempts a block.

Football teammates in white and maroon move into position during a night game.

A football ball carrier in white and maroon extends an arm toward an approaching defender.

A football ball carrier keeps moving as a navy-clad defender reaches from behind.

A football player in white and maroon watches opponents across the line under stadium lights.

A football coach speaks with a player on the sideline during a night game.

A helmeted football player crouches low with one hand on the turf.

A football lineman leans forward over his hands with teammates lined up behind him.

An adult helps a volleyball player with tape on her hand beside the court.

Two volleyball teammates in navy uniforms smile together on the court.

A volleyball player in navy leaps with her arm drawn back to strike the ball.

A volleyball player in a navy number 14 uniform jumps to set the ball overhead.

A volleyball player in navy stretches upward to attack the ball above the net.

A volleyball attacker in navy faces two blockers at the net.

A volleyball team gathers shoulder to shoulder in a close court huddle.

A volleyball player in navy jumps high at the net with the ball above her hitting arm.

Cheerleaders link arms in an outdoor huddle before a performance.

Cheerleaders stand close together with a mountain and autumn trees behind them.

Cheerleaders hold three teammates high in the air beneath a blue autumn sky.

A cheerleader flies above the outstretched hands of her teammates.

A cheerleader rotates through an airborne stunt as teammates reach to catch her.

A cheerleader folds into a tumbling stunt above teammates ready below.

A cheerleader completes an aerial rotation above the hands of her team.

A cheerleader stands elevated above her teammates with both arms raised.

Cheerleaders perform elevated stunts in front of a crowded football grandstand.

A smiling cheerleader holds her arms high while balanced above her teammates.

A marching band performs from the football stands under stadium lights.

Students in the grandstand cheer while cheerleaders perform beside the field.

A color guard performer waves a pale flag with marching musicians behind her.

A marching musician performs beside a color guard flag during a night show.

A marching musician raises a brass instrument during a halftime performance.

A marching musician plays a brass instrument under stadium lights.

A group of performers in football-style jerseys stands in formation on the field.

Performers in matching jerseys and blue pants move together across the field.

A group of performers raises red scarves during a field routine.

Performers kick and swing red scarves during a group routine.

Performers smile and stretch their arms during a routine under stadium lights.

A performer in a football-style jersey turns with a red scarf during a routine.

Three performers move in sync with red scarves on the football field.

Two performers smile as they move across the field with red scarves.

A smiling performer dances in a football-style jersey under stadium lights.

A performer extends a red scarf while moving through a field routine.

Performers extend their arms together during a coordinated field routine.

Three performers hold red scarves out at the end of a dance movement.

Two people walk arm in arm across a football field dressed for a formal occasion.

Two people walk together in formal clothes beneath the stadium lights.

Two people stand arm in arm in formal clothes on the football field.

Two smiling people pose together in formal clothes on the football field.

A group of five walks across the football field during a formal recognition ceremony.

A young man walks across the football field between two adults.

A young woman holding flowers poses between two adults on the football field.

Two smiling people walk arm in arm across the field during a recognition ceremony.

A football player and a companion smile together as they cross the field.

A young woman holding flowers walks across the field between two adults.

A football player carrying his helmet walks between two adults on the field.

A young woman holding flowers walks arm in arm with two adults.

Three smiling people walk together during a football field recognition ceremony.

A young man in a vest walks across the field between two adults.

A young man in formal clothes poses with two adults beneath stadium lights.

A young man stands while a presenter adjusts a sash during a ceremony on the field.

A presenter speaks with a young man wearing a sash on the football field.

A smiling young woman steps forward with flowers while people applaud behind her.

A volunteer in a football-style jersey stands beside trays of food at an outdoor gathering.

A man tends food on a smoking grill at an outdoor gathering.

A volunteer stands behind food trays under a canopy at a community gathering.

Two people smile together outdoors at a community gathering.

A smiling child sits outdoors beside a table at a community gathering.

A young man leans forward to play an outdoor lawn game.

A young man plays a beanbag toss game on a lawn beside a brick building.

A smiling man in a cap gives a playful hand gesture outdoors.

A young man in sunglasses stands outdoors at a community gathering.

Two people pose together in front of a football-themed backdrop.

Three people pose together at a football-themed photo backdrop.

Two smiling people embrace in front of a football-themed backdrop.

Two people laugh together while posing at an outdoor photo backdrop.

Three people in team shirts pose together in front of a football-themed backdrop.

Three smiling people stand together at a football-themed photo backdrop.

Spectators stand and watch from a crowded football grandstand.

A crowd cheers beneath a large United States flag at a football game.

A student section stands behind a banner and cheers from the grandstand.

Cheerleaders raise silver pom-poms in front of a crowded football grandstand.

A dense crowd of students cheers during a football game.

Students clap and cheer together in the football grandstand.

Students smile, cheer, and embrace in the football stands.

Students lean over the front of the grandstand and cheer toward the field.

Cheerleaders perform near the track in front of the football stands.

A football team watches the game from the sideline with coaches nearby.

A cheerleader smiles and raises an arm while elevated above her teammates.

Two smiling people embrace beside the football field.

A marching percussionist plays a drum setup on the football field.

A percussionist holds mallets above a keyboard percussion instrument.

Marching musicians raise their brass instruments during a field performance.

Color guard performers sweep large gold flags through the air.

A color guard performer holds a gold flag high during a field routine.

A color guard performer turns with a gold flag during a marching band show.

A smiling color guard performer pauses with a gold flag resting on the field.

Students in the football grandstand raise their arms and cheer.

Cheerleaders perform a routine on the track under stadium lights.

A cheerleader cheers with her arms bent during an evening routine.

Cheerleaders support teammates above the crowd during an evening stunt.

A large student section reaches and cheers together in the football grandstand.

174 selected frames

YOUR MOMENT COULD BE NEXT.

Make it happen

02 / WHAT I PHOTOGRAPH

YOUR STORY.
MY FOCUS.

From the moments you work for to the people you do life with. Let's make something that feels like you.

Plan a shoot

SPORTS

Game day action, athlete portraits, and team moments. Basketball, volleyball, football, and beyond.

SENIORS & PORTRAITS

Senior milestones, confident headshots, and your personality. Portraits that feel personal.

COUPLES

The real smiles and little in-between moments. A session for the two of you, just as you are.

EVENTS

Church services, concerts, fairs, and community gatherings. Thoughtful coverage that lets the moment unfold.

Joseph Lester photographing basketball from above the court with his Canon camera.

03 / THE GUY WITH THE CAMERA

HEY, I'M
JOSEPH.

Athlete. Coach. Photographer.
Always looking for the next moment.

I'm Joseph Lester, the photographer behind JDL Photography. Based in Washington County, Virginia, I photograph athletes, seniors, couples, and events across Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee.

As a basketball player and coach, I know how much goes into the moments on the court. That's what I want to capture: the effort, the emotion, and the people who make it matter.

Whether it's game day, a senior milestone, or your church community coming together, my goal is simple: authentic, energetic photographs you'll want to come back to.

Follow along @JDL_Photography07

04 / SESSION OPTIONS

A MOMENT WORTH KEEPING.

MAKE IT
YOUR MOMENT.

From game day to your next chapter.
Choose your session. We'll talk through the details.

01 / GAME DAY

SPORTS

$100

Per player. Your game. Your moments.

Inquire about sports

02 / PUT YOURSELF FORWARD

HEADSHOTS

$50

A fresh frame. A confident first impression.

Inquire about headshots

03 / YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

SENIORS

$100

A session to celebrate how far you've come.

Inquire about seniors

04 / YOUR SHARED STORY

COUPLES

$100

A session for the two of you, just as you are.

Inquire about couples

Have an event or something different in mind? Let's talk about a custom quote ↗ Coverage, timing, and delivery details are confirmed before booking.

START A CONVERSATION.

Tell me what you're planning, where, and when.

MAKE A PLAN.

We'll confirm the session, location, and details together.

RELIVE THE MOMENT.

Enjoy your edited photographs in your online gallery.

05 / LET'S CREATE SOMETHING

GOT A
MOMENT
IN MIND?

Tell me about it. A game, a milestone, an idea you've had for a while. Let's bring it into focus.

jdlphotography2007@gmail.com Or send me a message on Instagram

BASED IN WASHINGTON COUNTY, VA
SERVING SOUTHWEST VA + NORTHEAST TN

A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS.

Where do you photograph?

I'm based in Washington County, Virginia, and serve Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. Share your venue or location when you inquire so we can work out the details.

Can I inquire about a church or community event?

Absolutely. Church services, youth activities, concerts, fairs, and community events are all welcome. Tell me the date, location, and the moments you'd like covered for a custom quote.

How will I receive my photos?

Your edited images are delivered through an online gallery with digital downloads. We'll confirm the delivery details for your session before booking.

Does an inquiry reserve my date?

An inquiry starts the conversation. We'll confirm availability, pricing, and your session details directly before your date is booked.

EVERY
MOMENT.
ALL HEART.

LET THE
FRAMES TALK.

YOUR STORY.
MY FOCUS.

SPORTS

SENIORS & PORTRAITS

COUPLES

EVENTS

HEY, I'M
JOSEPH.

MAKE IT
YOUR MOMENT.

SPORTS

HEADSHOTS

SENIORS

COUPLES

START A CONVERSATION.

MAKE A PLAN.

RELIVE THE MOMENT.

GOT A
MOMENT
IN MIND?

LET'S HEAR YOUR IDEA.

A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS.

Your inquiry.

EVERYMOMENT.ALL HEART.

LET THEFRAMES TALK.

YOUR STORY.MY FOCUS.

SPORTS

SENIORS & PORTRAITS

COUPLES

EVENTS

HEY, I'MJOSEPH.

MAKE ITYOUR MOMENT.

SPORTS

HEADSHOTS

SENIORS

COUPLES

START A CONVERSATION.

MAKE A PLAN.

RELIVE THE MOMENT.

GOT AMOMENTIN MIND?

LET'S HEAR YOUR IDEA.

A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS.

EVERY
MOMENT.
ALL HEART.

LET THE
FRAMES TALK.

YOUR STORY.
MY FOCUS.

HEY, I'M
JOSEPH.

MAKE IT
YOUR MOMENT.

GOT A
MOMENT
IN MIND?