Meet Missie

Hello there!

I'm the gal behind the lens here at Little Blue Canoe Photography. 

Growing up I always had an interest in art and design, and early on I knew my path in life would have to involve creating in some way. I majored in art while attending West Virginia University, graduating from the College of Creative Arts as a dual major with a BFA in ceramics and k-12 certification in Art Education. After graduation I moved to Maryland and taught middle school art, started a student art club, coached cheerleading, and painted commissioned pieces on the side. Eventually I became an Army wife, moving frequently. While stationed in the Mojave desert I began offering art lessons to home schooled students and playing around more with photography...my passion grew, I continued to take classes, and eventually began focusing solely on photography. Over the years I've rebranded from Sunflower Studio to Missie Jurick Photography; my final rebranding to Little Blue Canoe Photography was inspired by the first canoe I purchased after moving to the picturesque town of Medford Lakes, NJ.

I'm passionate about documenting the love, life & laughter of children and their families, and with helping fellow small business owners elevate their brand. When I’m not behind my lens or living "Mom life" to its fullest, I can be found lost in thought on my paddle board...or simply lost while riding bikes with my kids.  I’m also a huge bookworm and, thanks to my kiddos, quite the accomplished toad catcher.

As a former Military Spouse I enjoyed experiencing life all around our beautiful country, but I couldn’t be happier to be back here in south Jersey not far from where I grew up. I look forward to becoming a big part of my community as both a Mom and small business. 

I look forward to working with you soon!

Missie