We were lucky to catch up with Jerel Canty recently and have shared our conversation below.

Jerel, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. If you could go back in time do you wish you had started your business sooner or later?

I started my business in 2018. In hindsight, I wish I had started earlier. The reasons being I could further now than where I am, I could have been more impactful, influential and open to learning more quicker in my niche. Additionally, I wouldn’t have questioned my abilities prior to 2018, because I was off and on with photography not knowing what or where I wanted to take it. Now I’m realizing it is best to just start, your craft will evolve as times goes as long as the work ethic is consistent.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

My name is Jerel Canty, I am a visionary behind the lens and curator of culture, seamlessly blending fashion, lifestyle, and cinematic storytelling. Whether I am capturing the streets of the St. Louis and its Metro East Area or jet-setting worldwide, I don’t just create content — I build a brand that speaks partnerships, travel, and influence. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a hustle that doesn’t sleep, My craft is where art meets opportunity.

My obsession with photography and cinematography enables me to give visual presentations of stories to engulf and intrigue viewers. The essential purpose of my work is to inspire, create real imaginative spaces that will immerse people who see it, and provide services to people around the world.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

A goal of mine to direct feature films. I am using the skills and discipline I have learned in photography and creating videos to eventually make movies with visually striking and compelling narratives that immerse the audiences that will see them. And the mission behind this is to inspire people to live out their dreams and formulate positive outcomes.

We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?

Over the years, building my audience on social media has come with the persistence of being consistent in taking photos and videos and posting them on as many social media outlets as possible daily or every other day.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.jerelcanty.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerelcanty/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialjerelcanty/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerel-canty-b526ba72
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@jerelcanty?si=rDuiSUfU3weIDmC6

Image Credits

Personal Image Of Me Shot By Joan Fisher
Model #1: Kristin Aigner
Model #2: Ashley Wells
Model #3: Monae J
Model #4: Cearra Jenkins