photography
Jessi johnson
IA, MO, NE +US travel Elopements
I'm Jessi Johnson, the face behind Jessi Johnson Photography. I believe your wedding deserves to be captured in a way that feels authentic, effortless, and artful. From the emotional in-between moments to the joy-filled celebrations, I focus on creating imagery that reflects who you are and how your day truly felt. My approach blends guided moments with real connection, resulting in photographs that feel honest, timeless, and absolutely iconic.
Hi friends!
I'm Jessi, and
I'm here for the romantic, dreamy moments of your best-day-ever love story.
I pair candid, documentary style photography along with gently structured editorial posing. This combination provides you with all the special, imperfect moments to cherish, along with captivating WOW factor imagery.
You deserve to feel relaxed and present on your wedding day.
You want to enjoy your wedding day without feeling awkward in front of the camera or rushed from moment to moment. You want to trust that everything is being handled, so you can stay focused on what actually matters, the people you love and the experience you’re having.
My role is to support that. I communicate clearly and promptly, prepare thoughtfully, and take intentional care of every part of your photography experience. When you feel supported and understood, you can relax. And when you’re relaxed, your photos reflect that. Natural, genuine, and true to how your day actually felt.
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Real review from real brides
I photograph weddings in a documentary way, allowing moments to unfold naturally as they happen. I’m always paying attention to the in-between. The glances, the laughter, the emotion you don’t even realize is happening until you see it later.
At the same time, I understand that most couples don’t want to feel completely on their own in front of the camera. When it’s helpful, I offer calm, thoughtful guidance. Just enough support to help you feel comfortable, confident, and at ease.
Balancing candid, documentary photography with a few more posed editorial moments through the day give you a gallery that's full of the real, emotional moments as well as the "Wow" factor images.
The result is a collection of images that feels honest and elevated at the same time. Real moments, beautifully preserved, so you can remember not just how your wedding looked — but how it felt.
My Approach
Jenna Des Moines Ia
"Working with Jessi was the most amazing experience. She absolutely captured everything I could dream of with our engagement and wedding photos. She also did my boudoir session and made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. All of our photos are a beautiful fairytale and we couldn’t have asked for a more amazing and talented photographer to work with."
5 star rated wedding photography
hannah s. iowa
Photography was at the very top of the priority list for my wedding, and I immediately fell in love with Jessi's work. She is an absolute wizard when it comes to lighting, elegance, and whimsical photos! If that's what you're looking for, then you simply must book Forest Folk Photgraphy! The photos speak for themselves.
That being said, Jessi is also a gem of a human to work with. I was confident in every photo despite being an incredibly self-conscious person. She gently guided us through every pose and is open to trying any type of pose you'd want to do! I have never felt nor looked more beautiful. 10/10 experience, 5 star quality, 0 regrets, and no complaints booking Forest Folk Photography. My only problem is trying to pick a favorite!
jennifer m bloomfield ia
Jessi did an amazing job with a boudoir session that was a surprise for my husband, and she was the photographer for our October wedding. She did an amazing job for both sessions! We are extremely happy with our wedding gallery, and she knocked my boudoir session out the park! I highly recommend her for any of your future events to capture the best memories!
"Wow, just wow. We loved having you photograph our wedding!! I’m so so grateful I found you. Thank you so much for everything."
-Syrah
"Photography was at the very top of the priority list for my wedding, and I immediately fell in love with Jessi's work. She is an absolute wizard when it comes to lighting, elegance, and whimsical photos! If that's what you're looking for, then you simply must book Forest Folk Photgraphy! The photos speak for themselves.
That being said, Jessi is also a gem of a human to work with. I was confident in every photo despite being an incredibly self-conscious person. She gently guided us through every pose and is open to trying any type of pose you'd want to do! I have never felt nor looked more beautiful. 10/10 experience, 5 star quality, 0 regrets, and no complaints booking Forest Folk Photography. My only problem is trying to pick a favorite!"
