OUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
There's nothing quite like falling head over heels in love! I'm Joanna Carina, an engagement photographer based in the Minneapolis-St Paul metropolitan area of Minnesota. My passion is to capture the essence of your love story and showcase your unique connection through beautiful, timeless photographs.
With an eye for detail and a commitment to artistic excellence, I strive to provide you with an unforgettable engagement photography experience. As a wife and photographer, I understand that your engagement is a special moment in your life, and I am dedicated to capturing the essence of your love story with a focus on creating timeless memories that you will cherish for years to come. From the initial consultation to the final artwork, I will guide you through the entire process, ensuring that you feel comfortable, confident, and absolutely stunning in front of the camera.
With my expert use of lighting, composition, and creative direction, I will capture the beauty and spirit of your love story in a way that is truly breathtaking. Each photograph is a work of art, crafted with care to showcase your unique personalities, style, and love for one another.
Join me for an engagement photography experience that will leave you breathless. Let's create memories that will last a lifetime and showcase the beauty of your love story for generations to come. I can't wait to capture your love story through my lens!
ABOUT JOANNA CARINA
With over 13 years photographing couples, engagements and anniversaries in the Twin Cities, Joanna Carina specializes in creating timeless, natural portraits that celebrate your unique style. Based in St. Paul Minnesota, Joanna serves clients across Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs - helping couples look and feel their absolute best for these milestone moments.
OUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS
Joanna strives to make your engagement photography process easy for you. Here is a bit of what you can expect when working together:
STEP 1: First we connect over a phone call to discuss your engagement photo vision, our process and our artwork options. Once you book, I'll provide guidance on what to wear and what to expect during your session.
STEP 2: Now comes the big day: your engagement session! We'll meet up for your portraits and work together until we get a wide variety of options to choose from.
STEP 3: Next, I’ll present the best-of-the-best photos to you at my St. Paul studio. We’ll choose and order your favorite photos and portrait artwork at this time. All your chosen photos will receive my Master Art Retouching to perfect every detail, and your heirloom artwork will be custom-designed just for you.
STEP 4: Your digital photos will be sent within two weeks, and your gorgeous heirloom artwork will be delivered a month afterward to fill your home with life and love.
MINNEAPOLIS ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER FAQ
Q: HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK? When it comes to securing your preferred dates, I recommend booking your appointment at least 4-6 weeks in advance. That being said, I understand that life can be unpredictable and last-minute appointments may be needed, and I can occasionally fit them in.
Q: WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
1. Dress to Impress: Engagement photos are a chance to showcase your personality and style. Choose outfits that make you feel confident, comfortable, and authentically you.
2. Choose Timeless over Trendy: Avoid overly trendy pieces that may quickly date your photos. Classic, timeless styles will keep your images looking beautiful for years to come.
3. Consider Location: Select colors and styles that complement your session setting—earthy, soft tones for parks or natural areas, and bold, vibrant colors for urban backdrops.
4. Layer and Accessorize: Layers and accessories like jackets, scarves, jewelry, hats, or standout shoes add variety, texture, and personality to your photos.
Q: HOW DO WE CHOOSE A LOCATION? You’re welcome to come to my St. Paul studio, or I can suggest several favorite outdoor locations across the Twin Cities. I also travel throughout the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area—including Roseville, Mendota Heights, Woodbury, Stillwater, Edina, Bloomington, and many others. If you have a location that’s meaningful to you as a couple, I’d love to capture your story there too!
Q: WHAT IS YOUR PAYMENT PROCESS? Your session fee is due at the time of booking to reserve your date. Any artwork purchases are made during your Cinematic Presentation + Design Consultation after your session.
Q: WHERE AND WHEN DOES THE CINEMATIC PRESENTATION + DESIGN CONSULTATION TAKE PLACE? This meeting happens at my St. Paul studio, where you’ll review your photographs and design your artwork. It can often take place the same (or next) day after your session, or we’ll schedule it for shortly afterward.
Q: WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE CINEMATIC PRESENTATION + DESIGN CONSULTATION? All decision-makers should plan to attend the ordering session.
Q: ARE DIGITAL FILES INCLUDED IN THE SESSION FEE? Digital photographs are not included in the session fee, but the corresponding, edited digital photos are included with your artwork purchase.
CONTACT ME!
Contact me soon to discuss working together for your engagement photography - I cannot wait to fill your life and home with love!