We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Kate Jones a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Kate , appreciate you joining us today. Let’s jump to the end – what do you want to be remembered for?

This is such a good question, one I have been thinking about more as I begin to grow my family. I recently got asked if I was happy in my career and if, whenever I have children, I was someone my daughters would be able to look up to. This was something I had not put much thought into and it made me think about the life I am living and the things I am doing day to day. Overall, I realized that I did not care what my career was, how much money I make, or if I am anyone important. I want people to feel loved, to be known and cared for, I want them to see someone who is generous with their time and money. I hope people remember me for my kindness and encouragement, as someone who radiates the love of Jesus to those around them.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

The first time I remember holding a camera was when I was four years old, when my little sister was born. I was using my parents film camera. To this day I still love shooting in film, it has a nostalgia to it that digital photography does not. I shoot senior portraits, studio portraits, family photo sessions, engagement shoots, almost anything you can think of. I also love nature and architecture photography. What sets me apart from others is I have a vintage feel to my photos that not many other people have. I shoot to tell a story, not just a “perfect” photo that you can give to grandma to hang on the wall. My goal is to get to know you, I dont want anyone to feel uncomfortable in front of the camera. I love when people can laugh and be themselves and really have that genuine smile we tend to hide when taking professional photos.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

A lot of creatives are perfectionist, myself included. It is often said that we are our own biggest critic and this is so true. I have critiqued myself from the beginning, constantly wondering what I can do to be better or be the best. While learning and growing is great, perfection is unattainable and unrealistic. Everyone has a different style, a different story, and a different way to express their work/art. Each person is different from the next and each persons art is their creativity coming out. I have learned to embrace my style of photography and to lean into it, to learn from others what I like and to leave what I do not.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

Like I said in a previous question, I love to tell people’s stories through the photos I take. I want them to treasure the photos I take forever. I also hope to one day be a stay at home mom. Having photography as a side hustle would be the best outcome for me.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://katejonesphotography.mypixieset.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katejones.photography/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-jones-b87a44202/