Photography by Jo

Jo Mahaney is a Charlottesville, Virginia wedding photographer and the founder of Photography by Jo. With over a decade of experience photographing weddings throughout Virginia, Maryland, DC, and beyond, she's built her work around one core belief: when people feel genuinely comfortable, beautiful photos follow naturally. Jo photographs with the future in mind, creating true-to-life, emotionally honest imagery that's meant to be printed, held, and passed down. She welcomes every couple, every family structure, and every kind of love. Jo is known for a comfort-first approach that puts genuine connection ahead of perfect posing. Her work has been featured in regional wedding publications, and she is consistently sought after for her ability to document authentic emotion with warmth, intention, and a quiet, observant eye.