Welcome to the Joanna Etshokin Photography Blog. I am a creator, a visualizer, a teacher, a learner, a thinker, a giver, and a self taught artist based in the Twin Cities. My goal is to capture the ordinary, quaint moments of life and turn them into extraordinary memories. I especially enjoy photographing the unrehearsed and unexpected moments in life. I specialize in capturing the candidness, laughter and raw emotion between people and the environment they are in.
I am also an elementary teacher. I have almost a decade of experience working with children of all ages and their families.
I am excited to share what I feel is my best work with you. If you are interested in setting up a session, please contact me via email: joanna.etshokin@gmail.com.

Love the quote….
thank you. those words present me with a daily reminder of how to live:-)
WOW! I new you had started on your new endeavor, but I had NO idea you were this far along!!! I love it! I wish I had a reason for a photo shoot!!! But, it would be kinda weird if it was just me in all the photos unless I had some purpose (like modeling gnuxes…lol). Congrats, my friend. I love it!!!
Joanna,
Your many talents continue to amaze me. Stunning work here. I am just beginning to check it all out.
Thank you! Thank You! For such a wonderful photo shoot experience! We have never taken Halle to get “professional” pictures taken because she can be a little “sassy” and refuses to allow others to take her picture. This was her first time having pictures taken and she was so comfortable with you-I am very pleased
I am still smiling about the whole experience. Halle’s first photo shoot is a memory that I will hold dear forever. Thank you for making this day wonderful and giving Halle something to look forward to next time.
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Hi…I won a silent action at Sonia’s benefit and wondering if you are available on Sat Aug 21 or 28th morning for photo.
We (me, my husband and 11 yrs girl) live at Inver Grove Heights would like to have an out door photo either at our place or Summit park in St Paul.
Please let me know, I can be reach at home after 6pm
651-414-9342 or work 651-662-4546.
Thanks.
Hello. I have a wedding coming up in August of 2011 and was wodnering what your rate might be? Also, I’m in need of engagement photos as well. any details or information would help. It’s best to reach me by email since I check this more often than my cell phone, due to work hours.
Thanks.
Hi Joanna:
I bought a photo session from the Boy Scouts Wine Tasting last year. I am wondering what is the best way for me to schedule a photo session. I am would like to have photos taken of my son and nephew in Twins gear at the new stadium.
Thanks,
Trinia Griffith
H: 952.934.6071