Client Profile: J. Garner Photography

Founded by award-winning photographer, Jim Garner, J. Garner photography has bloomed to become an internationally-recognized entity in the photography industry. Sought-after for their stunning wedding images, J. Garner Photography has developed a signature style called Storytelling Photography, which turns photo sessions into a natural, relaxed and enjoyable experience.

The Company.

Jim and Katarina Garner started photographing weddings in 1999. Their love of wedding photography is based on the pure joy they see and feel for the bride and groom and for what a wedding symbolizes—life, love, commitment and happiness.

Jim’s artistic approach fuses several elements, including an editorial fashion sense, a taste for distinctive colors and textures, a relaxed shooting approach and a strong passion for capturing “real life” moments. After the shoot, Jim and the team put their creativity to work and make beautiful, bound art books for each couple that tell the story of their most memorable moments. As a result, Jim and Katarina provide each couple with an amazing collection of images, while allowing the bride and groom to truly enjoy their wedding celebration.

Photographing weddings is more than simply documenting the events of the day. Providing truly great memories requires insight, intuition and the ability to connect with people on an emotional level throughout the entire process. If the experience is positive, in the right hands, great photos will follow. The team at J. Garner Photography is dedicated to providing every client with an amazing experience.

Sensing and capturing the incredible emotions and love taking place on a couple’s wedding day allow Jim and Katarina to provide them with a tangible reminder of their day which will last for generations.

The Lead Photographer.

Jim Garner’s career began in 1993 as a commercial photographer, where his skill for combining technical expertise with an elegant, modern aesthetic enabled him to build a solid business based on satisfied clients and referrals. But Jim’s fascination with communicating people’s life stories soon led him down a different road: to become one of today’s most sought-after wedding photographers. According to American Photo Magazine, Jim Garner is “One of the Top Ten Wedding Photographers in the World.”

Jim has developed a unique style that consistently wins accolades and awards. J. Garner Photography has won in multiple categories at the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) conference for three years running, and recently acquired three awards at the 2009 Western States Regional Competition of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), including the prestigious Best Wedding Division Entry. Click here for a complete list of recent awards.

An expert in his field, Jim has been published in numerous photography industry publications including Rangefinder, PPA and American Photo Magazine. He is also a popular educator and public speaker.

The Business Manager.

Katarina Garner has a strong business background that’s prepared her well for running the business side of J. Garner Photography. After graduating from the University of Washington, Katarina spent several years in retail marketing, event planning and lease management for some of the largest shopping centers in the United States. She brought her expertise to J. Garner Photography in 1999, and came on board full time in 2005.

In addition to managing the business, Katarina works with clients throughout their experience to build and deliver the perfect photography package for their needs. Years of working with all types of commercial clients on complex issues have revealed Katarina’s natural ability to connect with people, build lasting relationships and look beyond the obvious to identify just the right solution for the project at hand. Katarina uses that talent at J. Garner Photography to provide a truly personalized experience for each and every couple.