Whittney Thornton

Working with me, you can expect: 

a skilled technician with professional experience and formal education in photography  

EXPERIENCE

Licensed & Certified Professional Photographer – 9 years

Small business owner – Whittney Jayne Photography, LLC.

Portraits, sports, branding, fashion, pets, documentary, landscape, and nonprofit

Photojournalism:

Coverage of WSU Football team camps and games since 2016

EDUCATION

Photography:

Formal instruction from Santa Monica College Photo Dept.

Graduated in 2016 – Magna Cum Laude

Continuing education – traditional and self-guided 

Degrees:

Photography, Environmental Studies, & Business Administration

EQUIPMENT

Canon cameras & lenses, lighting, seamless studio set

*Certified technician & experienced artist included

Specific details can be found here

Working with me, you can expect: 

a passionate and talented artist with a deep love for the art of photography

PASSION

Never-ending fascination with photography and the chance to:

Tell stories, capture personalities, immortalize historic moments, commemorate milestones, foster connection through thoughtful creativity

TALENT

Portraiture & Documentary:

Displayed in gallery presentations in Los Angeles

Four-time Juried Exhibition winner, among 15% selected

Sports Action:

Published locally and nationally

Recognized for excellence by the Society of Professional Journalists

Images recognized with awards or acceptance into juried exhibitions can be found here

My creative process professional yet relaxed.

Creating truly authentic portraits with natural, flattering expressions takes more than just technical expertise or artistry. 

I take pride in making portraits that will be cherished for generations and in providing exceptional products and services.

- MY PROCESS -

Together, we will design a personalized session based on your interests, talents, hobbies, and loved ones. 

During your session, we’ll capture a mix of posed and candid shots, weaving in any details you’d like to include. 

You can kick back and be yourself and let me handle the rest. 

Between my deep obsession for photography and knack for overthinking, you’re in good hands! 

From pre-production through post-processing, the techniques I use help me achieve a final result that is vibrant, bright, true-to-color. 

Your final gallery will be filled with one-of-a-kind, lively portraits that feel true to you.

- MY BACKGROUND -

I was blessed to attend photo school in Los Angeles, receiving daily critiques & instruction from industry professionals in all areas of photography.

To develop a solid foundation as an artist and technician, formal education was the best choice for me. I'm so grateful for my time in LA!

After several years in professional photography, I can confirm: the learning never ends! (but in a good way)

I'd be honored to be trusted to celebrate your greatest accomplishments, experiences, and relationships with irreplaceable, priceless images that reflect the depth of these milestones.

Thank you!!

:) Whittney

 Canon 5D Mark III

Canon 5D Mark IV

Canon 1Dx

Canon 1Dx Mark II 

Canon 50mm 1.4

Canon 24-70 2.8L II

Canon 70-200 2.8L II (2)

Canon 400mm 2.8L II