Janey Cooper Photography

Inspiring Teens Magazine Photographer:
Janey Cooper - Sunset, TX
janeycooper.passgallery.com
Interview by Claire Plath

Photography by Janey Cooper Photography

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​What do you love most about being a photographer and what kind of shoots do you do?
What I love most is the gift of eyes that see beauty in everything.  It’s truly a blessing and makes you so much more grateful for your surroundings and just embracing the world around you! I always say - Everywhere is my studio! My style is a combo of traditional portraiture with an emotional storytelling vibe. I shoot seniors, engagements, families, and bridals.
 
Tell me how you got involved with photography and what inspired you to pursue it.
Probably how most photographers do - just wanting great images of our son Ryle, who is now 10 years old.

​How do you like to edit your photos, and how do you also take time with detail to edit them?
I’m a perfectionist and crazy detail oriented – I probably spend way too much time editing!  I love the before and after and the magic in photoshop!  I do a lot of light and tone manipulation and some detail work that can give a 3D-ish effect. I also love mentoring and teaching other photographers!
 
What are you looking forward to most about heading to St. John in July for a destination shoot?
I’m a total nature girl, and I’d live in the wild somewhere in a treehouse and sleep under the stars most nights if my family were willing!  I just love the raw untouched jungly feel of St John, and it goes right with my style and vibe!  I’ll take a gorgeous nature shoot over something in town any day and I love shooting in the ocean and underwater.  Plus, this year I will be shooting my niece Paige’s senior session there, which makes it extra special!

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Photography by Janey Cooper Photography

​If you could learn from any photographer or business mentor, who would it be?  
Lara Jade
 
What was the last podcast you listened to? 
Rachel Hollis’ Rise podcast
 

Photography by Janey Cooper Photography

​What advice would you give to upcoming photographers?  
Don’t spend time trying to make your work look like another photographer’s - find your style and brand that is true to your heart, shoot where others don’t, and most importantly don’t be afraid to experiment and play and try new things!

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​Do you photograph anything other than teens? 
Yes, I like shooting a variety and doubt I will ever shoot one specific genre!  I shoot engagements, families, bridals, professional headshots/lifestyle images, and seniors/teens.  

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​Other than photography, how do you spend your time?  
I love to spend time with my family, workout, be active, cook, hang by the pool with friends, hike, and travel! 

Photography by Janey Cooper Photography

​Three things on your bucket list
Go on a mission trip with my son, run a marathon, and shoot surfers in the ocean
 

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