I believe the most meaningful photographs are the ones that bring you back—not just to how your wedding looked, but to how it felt.

Photography has been my passion since I was ten years old, and today I blend an editorial eye with genuine emotion to create timeless imagery that tells your story with beauty and intention.

Guided by my faith in God, I serve every couple with excellence, integrity, and heartfelt care, creating photographs that become treasured family heirlooms for generations to come.

Creating timeless imagery inspired by people, beauty, and meaningful moments

About JOANNA

eRICA & dEREK

"Joanna is truly an amazing photographer. She is such a joy to work with — so energetic and kind but also professional and efficient. We just got our photos back and are so impressed and thankful for how she captured our day. Truly cannot recommend enough!"

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bUSTLE & bLOOM wEDDING plANNER

"Joanna was a dream to work with. As a wedding planner, setting the timeline that accommodates our couples desires photographically as well logistically for the overall event is so important. She was able to do both beautifully and with such a sweet demeanor in the process, and we haven't even mentioned her incredible talent/art yet. She captured the essence of our couple, the atmosphere of the event and delivered edited sneak peaks DURING dinner!! Loved working with her, and look forward to weddings together in the future."

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KENDALL & JARED

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We are so happy with our wedding photos and entire experience with Joanna! From the time of booking she has been so easy to work with, including coordinating a postponement. Leah also adds so much value to the team beyond that of a second shooter, they work so well together! They made me feel comfortable during portraits and made sure to take our preferences into consideration. They are both so fun to be around which is important since it’s such a long day. They were also genuinely excited and clearly love what they do! Needless to say, our photos came out beautifully and I would love to work with Joanna again in the future!

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Celebrated 11 years in business. Photographed 250+ weddings all over the world

2026 / 

rebranded to specialize in wedding photography

2018 / 

i launched j canelas photography with the support of my family and friends while attending usf.

2015 / 

I became the editor in chief of photography for my high school yearbook team.

2013 / 

I turn 10 and my parents gifted me my first canon digital camera. Love is born. 

2005 / 

YEARS

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