Jana Johnston Photography - Colfax, California

Jedidiah Watson

A Memory Captured with a Camera

In choosing a photographer for your wedding it can be a painful experience, but when we finally met Jana and her husband Braden we knew they were the right photographers for us. From the beginning they understood our vision of fun and natural. We went to Edwards Crossing at the Yuba River for our engagement session and even though they hadn't shot there before they were able to capture some amazing photos and they got to see what my wife Katie and I were all about, Love & Laughter.
By the time the wedding came around we had established friendship with Jana and so we knew that the one thing we really didn't have to worry about was the photography. She met with my Wife and her brides maids at an offsite location to photograph them, while Braden was able to capture me and my groomsman onsite at the venue. During the wedding and reception it was a bit of a blur as it happened so fast, but because we had that confidence in Jana and Braden we could just enjoy our day naturally.
Then with the post wedding process it was remarkable to see the photos. Jana was able to give us a sneak peak (which was breathtaking) and then she went above and beyond with trying out new online programs which we were able to share with our friends that weren't able to join us on our wedding day. Then with the final review of all of the pictures we were amazed at how much of the event that they were able to capture.
I will definitely use Jana for any future events whether family or business.

Amber H

I don't even know where to begin with how incredibly amazing Jana and Braden were. My husband and I are pretty camera shy, a little self conscious, and I let Jana know beforehand. She insured us that she'd give us directions and help us look our best. I was blown away about how gorgeous she made my covid-19, tiny, very tight budget wedding look so magical. She was through and the most sweetest person to talk to. We discussed exactly what I would like. I also let her know that we were doing a little bit nontraditional Halloween, spooky, odd wedding and she seemed so thrilled to be apart of it. During the wedding, Jana was helping us pose and look our best while Braden took photos in the background. We had a few fun elements like our friend dressed in a Halloween costume and they absolutely loved it. She was open to the few ideas I had and she captured how much we love to laugh and our love. Highly recommend. If I ever need a photographer, she'll be the one I contact and recommend to anyone. Thank you again for being apart of my magical day!!

Shannon Blomquist

Jana and Braden are absolutely wonderful people to work with and I knew it from the moment I found their page. I adored their work and knew I had to meet them. They agreed to meet my (then) fiancé and I, introduced themselves and explained their passion for photography, their perspective and their ideas in a compelling yet calm and nonchalant way. Their personalities and understanding easily convinced us that they would be the best photographers for our wedding day. They listened, they offered suggestions, talked us through some of their ideas and were completely open to our ideas. Our first photo shoot was at Empire Mine for our engagement photos. Those turned out absolutely amazing! Our second photo shoot was the BIG day that everyone plans for, our wedding day. Jana and Braden were timely, efficient, organized and creative in their work. They made the memories of our day magical in the photos they produced and exceeded all of our expectations. I would highly recommend looking no further because their work is worth every cent! We will definitely be calling them for all of our future photography needs!

tiana hartzie

Mine an my family experience with Jana was the absolutely most beautiful an wonderful time ever!!! She is absolutely so amazing to work with!! she gives so much love to making your picture look amazing? the picture came out even more beautiful an gorgeous then I thought they would be if you need any kind of pictures she Is highly recommended to go to! You will absolutely adore an love her and what she does!!! She also did my best friend wedding picture and noone could do a better job than her!!! Thank you so much for my amazing pictures I cant wait to hang them in our home I could not thank you enough

Desiree Dickson

She did photography for my sister's wedding. She did absolutely amazing photos. Plus her personality was so sweet and caring about what the bride wanted. It was such a beautiful family event and it was captured absolutely beautifully. Thank you Jana for your professionalism and amazing photos

Leta Estep

Jana was absolutely AMAZING with my 10 day old grandbaby. She was so sweet & smooth without a hitch. Jana didn't even blink when the baby pooped all over her ( hey, it happens) & the pictures are gorgeous! Also her prices are the BEST! So affordable. Thank you Jana!

Spencer Agins

Jana is an amazing 5 star photographer for a reason! She is not only talented, professional and can tell she LOVES what she does. Jana is so great to work with and you'll see it in her work. You'll love working with her on such an important day!

Martin Gonzalez

A wonderful experience every year we get my grand daughters pictures taken since birth. Aha has also taken my nieces family pictures which turned out amazing! Professional and top notch every time! Never get anything but the best! ❤️❤️
I definitely recommend her for your photography needs!!
JoAnn!