"Jo is an absolutely amazing photographer. We hired her for our engagement pictures and our wedding and it was money well spent. She is so down to earth and really made us feel like family throughout the process."
—Jessica & Adrian
JOANN WOOTEN
You'll feel more like family than a client when working with me!
Hey there, call me Jo! I’m the fourth of six children to Haitian parents who raised us in the windy city of Chicago. I was exposed to photography as a child watching my dad capture weddings and every family function as a side hustle. Unbeknownst to me, this had a major influence as I quickly became "that friend" with a camera always in hand and was guaranteed to have pictures of every event, gathering, and meet up.
After moving to Atlanta, Georgia in 2009, I earned my degree in Special Education and had the privilege to teach for 7 years while pursuing photography as a side hustle. I quickly became ingrained in the photography industry and Weddings sparked a sweet spot for me shortly after my husband Jordan and I got married in 2014. I took a leap...a STRONG LEAP of faith to leave teaching to pursue Wedding Photography full-time in 2020. Since then, I've been blessed to continue serving even more sweet couples. It has been 8 total years organizing timelines, educating couples through the wedding planning process, and capturing sweet love; and I must say, I LOVE it! Being a wedding photographer is one of the most rewarding jobs on the planet. Not only do I have the privilege to document a once in a lifetime moment, I have the great honor to provide my couples with a personalized experience and imagery to last a lifetime!
When I am not working on capturing sweet love, you can find me in my favorite life roles as wife to my hubby of almost 9 years Jordan, and momma to our sweet girls Maya and Coco!
If you feel connected to the heart by my work, let's chat!
Give me cold weather, snow, and a cup of hot cocoa and I am in my PEACEFUL ELEMENT! Winter symbolizes more than just inconvenient weather; it is a moment for me cozy up in my fave pajamas, anticipate the excitement of the holidays, and much needed time with family!
I am a free spirit and love any opportunity to explore the world around me. Whether it's a road trip or taking to the skies!
A Haitian mom will have you in the kitchen at an early age! I am blessed to have learned and developed, over the years, a love for cooking and flavorful cuisine that represents culture. Jordan and I love trying new foods and rating our experience. If the meal is REALLY good, you'll find us remaking the dish in our kitchen!
