A woman with shoulder-length dark hair, smiling in a black and white photo, wearing a dark top.

Meet Joann

Joann Arruda is a Hudson Valley–based photographer with over two decades of experience creating refined, artful imagery for weddings and celebrations around the world. Born in New England and shaped by over 20 years in the Pacific Northwest, her work reflects a global perspective inspired by the people, cultures, and landscapes she has encountered—from Seattle to Sayulita, New York to Miami, and beyond.

Her approach blends editorial elegance with documentary authenticity, capturing moments with a natural, modern sensibility. With a calm and intuitive presence, she allows celebrations to unfold organically while thoughtfully composing imagery that honors both emotion and detail.

Rooted in a lifelong curiosity for travel and culture, Joann creates work that feels effortless, intentional, and deeply personal. From destination weddings on Cape Cod to intimate gatherings in the Hudson Valley and abroad, her imagery is defined by atmosphere, authenticity, and timeless sophistication.

Light and shadow, color and form, spontaneity and sensitivity—elements that shape a beautiful photograph.

Email: joannarruda@me.com

A luxurious resort pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and people swimming, lounging, and walking around. There are palm trees and a historic-style building at the background.
A woman with curly dark hair and medium skin, smiling and looking to the right side in an outdoor setting with sunlight and blurred greenery in the background. She is wearing a yellow strapless dress, a turquoise necklace, a bracelet, and a ring.
A woman in a wedding dress standing at an open doorway with dark interior and vintage lighting.
Person holding another person in swimming pool, water splashing around.
A bouquet of pink and white cosmos flowers in a gray metal watering can with a vintage design, placed on a table covered with a blue and white floral tablecloth, in front of a large window with sunlight shining through.
Two smiling young women with floral crowns and long blonde hair, enjoying outdoor sunlight in a green park.