Hello, I’m Joanna

I believe every photograph tells a story, and before I have the privilege of telling yours, I would love to share a little of mine.

I was born and raised in Poland, where I lived until my early thirties. Shortly before leaving my home country, I fell in love. In 2011, my husband and I moved to the United States, got married, and began building our life together. Soon, we welcomed our two daughters, Zuzia and Julia—my greatest loves and the muses behind so much of my work.

My journey into photography began several years ago, although art and design had always held a quiet place in my heart. My husband, then my fiancé, gave me my first camera and encouraged me to follow a dream that had been waiting patiently to unfold.

My path to becoming a photographer was not a straight one. I earned an engineering degree from Gdańsk University of Technology, followed by a master’s degree in psychology from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities in Warsaw. After moving to the United States, I studied oil painting, drawing, and graphic design at the DuCret School of Art in New Jersey. I later continued my studies at the Art Students League of New York under renowned American painters Mary Beth McKenzie and Thomas Torak.

Each part of this journey has shaped the way I see people, light, color, emotion, and connection. My background in psychology helps me notice the quiet, meaningful moments between people, while my art education allows me to create photographs with depth, softness, and intention.

For two years, I worked as a newborn lifestyle photographer with Bella Baby Photography at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center. There, I photographed families during the first precious days of their babies’ lives and received professional training in newborn handling, safety, hygiene, and health protocols. This experience deepened my love for newborn photography and strengthened my commitment to creating a calm, safe, and nurturing environment for every baby.

I continue to grow as an artist through workshops and education with internationally recognized photographers, including Kelly Brown and Paulina Duczman. I believe an artist should never stop learning or searching for more meaningful ways to tell a story.

Beyond photography, I founded Screens With Purpose, a parent-led initiative encouraging a healthier, more intentional balance between technology and traditional learning in schools (screenswithpurpose.org).

Today, I specialize in newborn, maternity, and family photography, with sessions thoughtfully created in the comfort of my clients’ homes. I bring everything needed, including professional lighting, carefully selected props, wraps, outfits, and accessories. This allows me to create polished, studio-style portraits without asking you to leave home with your newborn.

Your home does not need to be large, perfectly decorated, or filled with natural light. I bring my own professional lighting and prepare the small area we need to create beautiful, consistent portraits in almost any space. Throughout the session, I gently guide you while respecting your baby’s rhythm and your family’s comfort.

I am here to capture your story—with all its tenderness, beauty, imperfection, and love.

It would be an honor to come into your home and create timeless portraits that your family will treasure for generations.

With love,

Joanna