Hi, I’m Jordan
It was the age of Kodak disposables and photo album lined bookshelves. Capture everything. In middle school I took my first photography class and the rest is history. Throughout my photography journey, the dark room was filled with silent focus, the scent of developer, and the ritual of film became my sanctuary. Time in the dark fueled my creativity and gave me the understanding of photography at it’s most tangible and sparked my appreciation for nostalgia.
I always loved portraiture—people, their emotions, the simple act of existing. As I got older, I photographed everything everywhere all the time, the innate need to document life always present. After many years of wishing and dreaming and hoping and praying, I made my move to New York City in 2019. I shot portraits, events, proposals, etc for years but the dream was fashion so here we are. With a fine art approach, I’ve taken on the cruel world of fashion and am making my through the trenches of discovery as we speak. From runway to backstage, editorial campaign to social content, my current focus is on expanding my network and delivering tasteful, iconic imagery for clients, designers and brands, oh my!
They tell us to pick a niche and to that I say—nobody puts baby in a corner. Most recently I reignited a passion for capturing all things romance. Love is incredible beautiful chaos and capturing that for people makes my heart explode. Entering into the realm of elopements and weddings has opened so many doors for me so far and is a career plot twist I never saw coming! Although, my first internship was with a bridal designer in London sooo I guess I probably should’ve seen this coming.
Photography is the medium that fuels my soul and I have gratitude every day that I still love it so much after 20 years shooting. I try to think of myself as an eternal student—running on double espressos, constantly keeping an eye out for all this world has to offer, forever ready to continue evolving in my style and knowledge as a photographer. My dream is to create intentional imagery, freeze a moment that will remain revered and document life in all its glory. Welcome to my little artsy corner of the internet. I hope to photograph you soon (:
xo Jordan Niccola Valdez