Born from Italian, Irish and German parents, Joanne's love for photography, travel and nature started at an early age. Her parents took her and her siblings on trips and camping across the United States and Canada. The 8mm and snapshot cameras were an integral part of those trips and being photographed and taking pictures during those outings sparked a love never to be forgotten.

In her adult life, Joanne has traveled to other countries such as Thailand, Spain and Italy. Although travel photography is her main love, she also enjoys the challenge of nature, animal and car photography.