Catherine Johanna Photography

06/01/2026

And I’m booking into 2027! Hi friends! I’m Catherine Johanna! I’m a Hartford CT Wedding Photographer booking into 2027 ✨ I’m still accepting inquires for 2026 - I’ve got a soft spot for Hartford City Hall so please know whether your wedding is in 10 days or 10 months, I want to hear what you’re dreaming up!

08/15/2025

What’s the number one thing couples tell me after their session or wedding?
“I didn’t expect to feel so good in the photos.”
Here’s why:
You may be used to posing awkwardly and forcing a smile but...
👉 I use prompts, not stiff poses
👉 I build trust before the big day
👉 I focus on connection, not performance

If that sounds like your vibe, DM me or inquire! Let’s start the conversation.

08/13/2025

Hi friends, old and new, I'm Catherine!

I’ve photographed over 300 weddings.

Before that? I was a biologist and really into neuroendocrinology research...and a teacher.
It might sound like a strange path to weddings — but really, it taught me everything:
- How to stay calm under pressure - teaching a room filled with 20 high school juniors and seniors about how cholesterol changes cell membrane fluidity at different temperature extremes and keeping everyone's cell cultures running?
- How to truly see people - Whether it's a classroom, lab, or life just want connection at the end of the day right?
- How to think fast and move with care - ANYONE who has run a radioimmunoassay before will know how key these skills are at the same time - also anyone who has instructed a lab class who lots of bacteria and cell culture and 17 students...

Now I get to combine those skills to tell love stories — with light, heart, and a lot of trust. If you want someone who takes the time to get you... inquire or send me a DM.

08/11/2025

These days, every couple I work with receives an heirloom album.
Not an add on. Not a maybe. It’s part of the experience.
Because your story deserves to be held — not buried in a folder online.
These albums become your first family heirloom.
And designing them for you? That’s one of my favorite parts of this work!

Want to see some of my favorite albums? Check out the albums page on my website!

08/09/2025

“She knew just how to make us feel at ease. 100% book her.”
The way Linnea felt?? That’s exactly what I want every client to feel.
My job is part photographer, part hype woman, but also, part calm energy on a big day.
You don’t need to be “photogenic.” You just need someone who sees you.

Want to see more full galleries? DM me “gallery” and I’ll send you a link.

The Glastonbury Boathouse

08/06/2025

Not staged. Not planned. Just in their element.
This is the kind of moment I do this for.
The kind that doesn’t need direction. It just needs presence.
If you want photos that feel like you, not ones where you’re performing… you’re in the right place.

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makeup:
hair:
florist:
Officiant: Donna
Baker:
Dress: Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon
Suit:
Stationer: .engaging
DJ:

Want to feel this in the moment in your photos? Let’s talk.

07/16/2025

If you needed a reason to tear up this am, here it is: first looks with parents, grandparents, bridesmaids, or other important family members (including chosen family) make for such impactful emotion. Give me a thousand of them please! And tissues - I’m also tearing up behind my camera.



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06/02/2025

Pawsitive Vibes are your go to for pet care at your wedding! Their Wedding Pet Attendant services, truly, make all the difference! Learn more about their wonderful services (I don't know if a better job exists?!) in my newest blog post!

Capture beautiful engagement photos with your dog! Discover a pet concierge for stress-free planning for picture-perfect, memories.

03/15/2025

Just thinking about how absolutely adorable and moving this first look was!! Kelley and Bobby's wedding day was literal *GOLD*. Between their amazing personalities, their love, and the golden foliage, everything was amazing. Bobby's reaction was EVERYTHING.



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01/18/2025

aka the inspired and encouraged me to partake in a 365 day photo project! So, in an effort to practice what I preach, I am getting in front of my own camera for 365 days of self portraits. This is one of January’s self portraits with a few extra faces in it! and the dogs did not in fact get my quiche 🫣