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I could talk all day about my process, my fire, my commitment to creating something unforgettable—but at the end of the day, the work speaks for itself.
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– Aaron Delucoire
"Working with courtney-Ariah was honestly such a joy from start to finish. her energy is insane in the best way, high-vibe, fun, quirky, creative, caring, and so open. She showed up prepared, excited, and fully ready to bring the vision to life, and that alone already set the tone for an amazing day.
I did smokey looks on three of her models, and the way she trusted me with the entire make-up process -- chef's kiss.
she gave me a clear vision, but also the creative freedom to just do my thing, and i love artists who create space for that. she was communicative, respectful, and literally hyped me up the whole time i was working. the energy exchange was just beautiful.
there wasn't a single 'one moment' that made me go, yes, i love this woman; it was the whole experience. her openness, her trust, her excitement, her vibe... everything. she's the kind of person who makes the room feel lighter and the work feel like play.
i would absolutely work with her again in a heartbeat. if you get the chance to collaborate with courtney-ariah, do it. she makes the whole creative process unforgettable."
– Richard Stalbird
"I have known Courtney-Ariah for nearly 20 years and during that time, I found her to be kind, energetic, talented, and very creative. She has an uncanny instinct on when and how to capture a photographic image. Her work can range from thoughtful to edgy, always being compelling. I personally have no problem recommending her to you as a person and as an artist."
– Angie Kalaj
"Courtney-Ariah’s light shines from within. She shares that light with the forms in front of her camera and encapsulates the moment, the feeling, the human form—on film. She is as talented as she is insightful and kind. Her work tugs at you, as if inviting you to peer not only into the beauty but the mystique of the human experience. I’m so very excited for this next chapter in her personal and professional life."
– Lilith Etch
"I had an AMAZING shoot with Courtney-Ariah! Oh my goodness, the fun we had! I can’t remember the last time I laughed this much, and on top of that, we had great conversations and just bonded so well. And—the pictures look freakin’ fabulous! Can’t wait until next time!
During the shoot, I also felt very respected and safe as a model."
– Mandy Glasbergen
"It was such a pleasure to work with Courtney-Ariah. She has so much positive energy, it’s contagious. I love how she is always herself.
With her special things—like an old typing machine, a leather diary, Polaroid pictures—I thought, wow, what is she bringing? But the fun part is that I ended up buying the same leather diary and writing in it every week. I’m even getting a Polaroid camera to make a book for my kids. She gives me so many great ideas, and I love how creative she is!"
– Jewel Lambert
"Courtney-Ariah allows the viewer to focus on the interaction of light, shading, and shapes without too many distracting elements. She emphasizes both vulnerability and strength in her collection to connect with the viewer.
One of her stand-out qualities is her use of contrast and composition. The details between light and dark draw attention to the human body, objects, and backgrounds. Any nudity in her work is tastefully done and is presented in a way that is both intimate and empowering. She is always celebrating the beauty of the human body in its most natural state.
Her photography is a stunning exploration of her subjects and the emotional landscape it inhabits. Her work is beyond ordinary, because it offers the viewers a chance to connect with the subjects on a deeper personal level. I highly recommend Courtney-Ariah’s photography to anyone who appreciates visually interesting and emotionally powerful work."
Your vision deserves fire, edge, and a hell of a lot of soul. Check out my photography offerings and let’s create something that’ll make the world stop and stare.
