OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Hello! I'm Joanna Carina, a wedding photographer based in the Minneapolis-St Paul metropolitan area of Minnesota. My passion is to capture the essence of your special day and tell your love story through beautiful, timeless images.
As a wedding photographer, I understand the importance of capturing the beauty, joy, and emotion of your wedding day. That's why I approach each wedding with a focus on creating an unforgettable experience that will showcase the love and connection you share with your partner.
With my expert use of lighting, composition, and creative direction, I will capture the essence of your wedding day in a way that is truly breathtaking. Each photograph is a work of art, meticulously crafted to showcase your unique personalities, style, and love for one another.
From the initial consultation to the final product, I will guide you through the entire process, ensuring that you feel comfortable, confident, and absolutely stunning in front of the camera. My goal is to create a personalized, luxury photography experience that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Join me for a wedding photography experience that is designed to showcase your unique love story in a way that is truly extraordinary. Let's create memories that will last a lifetime and capture the beauty of your special day in a way that will take your breath away. I can't wait to capture your unique love story through my lens!
ABOUT JOANNA CARINA
With over 13 years photographing weddings in the Twin Cities, Joanna Carina specializes in creating timeless, natural photographs 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 this milestone moment.
OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS
Joanna strives to make your wedding 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. We’ll talk about your wedding vision and ideas for your big day. Once you book, I’lI send info to plan your wedding day timeline with photography in mind.
STEP 2: Prior to your wedding day, we’ll have a final walk-through meeting at your wedding or reception venue to review and plan our your final timeline. I’ll make a note of every event, activity, and formal portrait needed on your big day so you can relax and enjoy the festivities.
STEP 3: The big day has finally arrived, and I’ll be there early to prepare my gear and review our photo locations to make sure everything is ready. As we move through the day, I’ll help us stick to the timeline and keep you updated on how things progress while capturing the spontaneous moments in between.
STEP 4: After your wedding, I’ll professionally edit your photographs before presenting them to you at my St. Paul studio as we relive your wedding day. Your photos will also be presented to you on a flash drive with print rights. We can also discuss heirloom album and artwork options at this time, giving you a wide variety of options so you can remember your wedding day forever.
MINNEAPOLIS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER FAQ
Q: HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK? To secure your preferred date, I recommend booking 12–18 months in advance. That said, I understand life can be unpredictable, and I’m sometimes able to accommodate last-minute bookings when my schedule allows.
Q: WHAT KIND OF EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE? I use professional Canon mirrorless cameras paired with L-Series lenses and a full set of portable studio lighting. I also bring backup gear to every wedding for peace of mind.
Q: ARE YOU INSURED? Yes! I’m fully insured for liability and equipment. If your venue requires a certificate of insurance, just let me know - I’ll send it directly to them.
Q: DO YOU CHARGE FOR MILEAGE OR HOTEL? Travel within a 50-mile radius of zip code 55114 is included. Beyond that, I charge $1 per mile (each way). For locations more than two hours from St. Paul, I also request overnight accommodations - ideally at the same hotel as your guests.
Q: DO YOU HAVE REFERENCES? Absolutely! I’d be happy to connect you with past clients. You can also read personal stories and reviews here:
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Q: HOW DO WE RESERVE YOU AS OUR PHOTOGRAPHER? To secure your date, I require a signed contract and retainer fee. Please note that dates remain open until both are received - emails or verbal agreements do not hold dates. It’s not uncommon to have multiple inquiries for the same day.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before your wedding. Payments can be made by cash, check, or credit card. Please note that all monies paid are non-refundable in the event of cancellation, but they can be applied toward a new date or session (subject to availability). Pricing is guaranteed once your retainer is received.
Q: WHEN WOULD WE SEE OUR FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS Around 4–6 weeks after your wedding, we’ll meet at my St. Paul studio for your Cinematic Reveal + Design Consultation. You’ll receive a flash drive with your final photos and an online gallery to share with family and friends.
If you’ve ordered heirloom artwork or albums, we’ll review samples and finalize your design together. Once approved, your artwork is sent to Italy for production, with delivery about 4–8 weeks later.
Q: HOW MANY PHOTOS WILL WE RECEIVE? You’ll receive a curated collection of the very best moments. For an average wedding, that’s approximately 50–100 final edited photos per hour of coverage.
Q: DO YOU EDIT ALL THE PHOTOGRAPHS? Yes! Every delivered photo is carefully edited to match the polished, artistic style you see in my portfolio. This includes color balancing, cropping, straightening, and my signature artistic enhancements.
Q: HOW DO YOU SAFEGUARD/STORE OUR PHOTOS? I use cameras with dual memory cards for redundancy. Immediately after your wedding, your photographs are backed up to multiple hard drives and an offsite cloud system. I keep copies for a minimum of one year (often longer). However, please note retention beyond one year cannot be guaranteed due to unforeseen circumstances like hardware failure or technology changes.
Q: DO YOU OFFER WEDDING PHOTO ALBUMS AND ARTWORK? Absolutely! We specialize in creating heirloom, fine art albums, wall art and prints, so you can relive your wedding day for generations.
Q: WE'RE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE - WHAT SHOULD WE DO? Let’s connect! Reach out via email or phone to start the conversation, or schedule a consultation at my Minneapolis–St. Paul studio to chat in person.
Contact me soon to discuss working together on your big day!