About Me
Bethany Jones is a portrait photographer based in New York with a focus on capturing natural, honest moments. She is a Photography major pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she has developed a strong interest in portraiture. Bethany has professional experience working as a summer camp photographer at Southampton Camp & Club, documenting children’s activities, candid interactions, and group events. Bethany has photographed a variety of client projects on a freelance basis, including prom portraits, weddings, and maternity shoots. She has also recently shown her project, “The Quiet Ache”, in the Fashion Institute of Technology exhibition, “All Things Considered”. These roles strengthened her ability to work with people of all ages while capturing authentic moments.
My Story
I’m a freelance portrait photographer who focuses on capturing real, honest moments. I photograph big life events like prom, weddings, and maternity shoots, but what I care about most are the small in-between moments that people don’t always think to capture. The nervous smile before a prom photo, the way a couple looks at each other when they think no one is watching, or the quiet moment when an expecting mom rests her hands on her stomach, those are the moments that feel the most real to me. I don’t like images that feel stiff or overly posed. I guide my clients so they feel comfortable, then let things unfold naturally. I pay attention to little details like body language, movement, and emotion because that’s what makes a photo feel honest. I want my clients to look at their photos and feel confident, connected, and proud of who they are in that moment.