Joensuu-based family photographer Johanna Kiesi captures authentic family moments — babies, children and christenings. Her calm, attentive approach creates natural, timeless family photographs.
Photographer Johanna Kiesi specializes in family photography in Joensuu. Her goal is to capture the real moments of everyday life and celebrations — the first meetings during the newborn year, children’s play and important family occasions such as christenings — in a way that feels natural and meaningful. Johanna’s images emphasize emotion, touch and interaction: family photos are not just posed portraits but stories of moments you want to keep. Why choose Johanna for your family photography? She combines documentary sensitivity with gentle, calming direction so that even the shyest family members can relax. Johanna creates a safe, warm atmosphere during shoots where children can be themselves and parents can be present — it’s from those moments that authentic family photos are born. Her approach is gentle, attentive and considerate, which is reflected in the final images: natural expressions, soft light and small details that stay with you. Johanna prefers a flexible, people-centred working process. Before the session she listens to the family’s wishes and the mood you want to achieve — whether you prefer documentary everyday scenes, soft studio portraits or colorful outdoor moments. During the shoot the focus is on interaction: through play, storytelling and light guidance she captures natural family photographs without unnecessary posing. Newborn and baby sessions are carried out calmly, unhurriedly and with a strong emphasis on safety and comfort. Johanna’s passion comes from a desire to preserve a family’s story in images. Her style is both aesthetic and emotional — the photos serve as reminders of everyday life and as heirlooms passed between generations. Her local knowledge of Joensuu shows in the warmth and people-focused perspective of her work; she knows the area’s light and settings and uses them to enhance family sessions. If you want family photographs that feel authentic and stand the test of time, Johanna Kiesi is a family photographer in Joensuu who makes the experience as valuable as the result. Get in touch to discuss your wishes and the mood you’d like for your session.