xo, olivia james
Louisville, KY and worldwide
wedding + senior
portrait photographer
I truly believe I have the BEST job! It brings me so much joy to create fun and emotional images that take you back to the happiest times in your life.
Being a photographer allows me to appreciate the joy of freezing time for a photo while also allowing the moment to unfold naturally.
When I'm not taking pictures, I also love to be outside and take my two Aussies to the dog park! You can also find me planning my next trip, catching up on the latest Spanish language novela on Netflix or salsa dancing with friends!
Anti-discrimination statement: Our differences are part of our stories, and everyone deserves to have a photography experience free of discrimination, one that is body positive and leaves you feeling truly cared for and loved. I am committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people I interact with, both in my personal and professional life. I do not discriminate based on gender, sex, religion, culture, ability, body type or sexual preference.
I use she/her pronouns - what are yours?
photographer, traveler, dog + cat mom, foodie
johanna!
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Professional branding images
Lifestyle content for social media
Product photography
Food and beverage photography
Commercial licensing
brands
it's time to celebrate YOU!
senior portraits
cap + gown photos
custom announcements
location planning
advanced retouching
grads
from short + sweet micro weddings to destination weddings, and everything in between.
available for:
proposals
engagements
weddings
travel
couples
who are we celebrating?
— Marc Lewis
Johanna is amazing! She is kind, makes each couple feel special and comfortable, and is SUPER talented. We keep hearing compliment after compliment about our wedding pictures!
— Perion, New Albany High School
LOVE LOVE LOVEEE Frames and Letters Photography. Johanna was very fun and easy to work with. She let me be very creative with my photos and helped me find the perfect place to take my senior photos.
I highly recommend her!
— Elixir Kombucha
Johanna markets herself as a wedding and senior portrait photographer, but her skills stretch well beyond those domains. she's a joy to work with too!
While I know the main highlights of the day are so memorable, I aim to focus on the moments of your wedding day that can't be scripted.
Those candid, sentimental moments that you can just FEEL when you look back at the photos.
I am a grounded presence on a day filled with so many emotions, keep my couples on schedule without feeling rushed, learn everyone's names and ensure you feel celebrated all day long!
what sets you apart from other wedding photographers?
YES! Being a supportive wedding vendor for all couples means that myself and my team are all LGBTQIA+ friendly, welcoming of all cultures and my goal is to help you have the most wonderful day of your life.
Are you inclusive?
Your wedding memories are about QUALITY, not quantity. That being said, I will include all the best images from your day in your final gallery, and you will have full download permission for all of them!
how many images are included in my final gallery?
Most couples choose to have a second photographer on their wedding day for ease and additional perspective.
It's essential for large wedding parties or couples getting ready in multiple locations to ensure we document your entire day.
Do you recommend a second photographer?
Since each wedding is unique, I recommend scheduling a free consult with me to discuss your vision for the wedding day and photography.
I offer a range of packages that cover intimate, low-key wedding days all the way to full-day packages and multi-day celebrations.
how many hours do I need a photographer?
Absolutely! I design custom albums for my wedding clients and their families. Couples who choose wedding packages with albums get a discounted rate and the albums go onto your wedding payment plan.
These make wonderful gifts for parents!
do you offer wedding albums?
Yes! Your engagement session is a chance for you to connect with your photographer in person, and see examples of how the photos will look.
My couples love using their engagement photos for save the dates, wedding websites and more.
Do you include an engagement session with wedding packages?
The answer is - it depends! For traditional Saturday weddings in peak months (spring and fall), inquire as soon as possible. The standard is 6 months to a year in advance depending on your date.
For microweddings, courthouse weddings or elopements on other days of the week, availability is more flexible.
