The owner of Truly Juli Photography in a bright blue blazer and light jeans poses with a camera against a white studio background.

Truly Juli Photography

Okoboji, Iowa–based photographer serving the Iowa Great Lakes area, as well as Sioux City and the surrounding Siouxland region.

Hi, I’m Juli — but most people know me as Truly Juli!

I photograph seniors, families, couples, brands, and professionals who want more than “just pictures.” I’m all about capturing real smiles, real connection, and the little in-between moments that make you you.

I’m based in Lake Park, Iowa, serving Okoboji and the Iowa Great Lakes area, and I’m often in Sioux City working with my Siouxland clients, too.

Give me all the Golden Hour glow! I love warm, color-rich, timeless edits and I’m known for going the extra mile in polishing your images so you look natural, confident, and amazing. My sessions are relaxed and guided — I’ll help you feel comfortable while still leaving room for those candid, personality-filled moments.

Fun fact: I’m a retired military veteran turned empty nester. My husband Josh and I are soaking up this new season while cheering on our daughter (newly married!) and our son as he starts his career after graduating from Iowa State.

If you’re looking for photos that feel like you — just a little extra polished — we’ll get along just fine.

Truly Juli Photography.....Your story, truly told.

Photographer in bright blue blazer and black pants poses playfully against white background.
Photographer in black top and jeans arranges black and white photographs on white surface with vintage cameras nearby.
A selfie of a photographer showing her holding a fluffy mini labradoodle dog against a beach sunset backdrop.
Photographer and her senior model team posing together for a selfie with excited expressions and bright smiles against a pink background.
A mother and her children posing along a beach at sunset with vibrant orange and blue sky colors.
Someone wearing a blue sweatshirt with "Truly Juli" text and a dark knit beanie smiles at the camera in a cozy living room.
A selfie taken from inside a car showing a bright smile and blonde wavy hair against a sunny background.
Truly Juli and her Senior Star posing for a selfie after her Senior Model just won cash for giving her referrals.
Two photographers pose together for a selfie with a light strobe behind them.
A selfie taken in a car showing a photographer wearing a blue Truly Juli Photography sweatshirt with blonde hair smiling at the camera.
A group poses in front of a cornfield at sunset with warm orange lighting casting a glow on their faces. Photo taken in Lawton, Iowa.
Testimonials

Jorgensen Family

Juli is wonderful to work with and is always so accommodating! I have worked with Juli multiple times in the past couple of years and have already booked her again for my children’s yearly birthday photos. Each time I tell her my vision she makes it a reality. The photos are always gorgeous and perfect.

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