Painterly Visuals with a Story to Tell
Narrative imagery that’s rich in detail, mood, and intention. Each frame is carefully composed to tell a visual story—whether highlighting the texture of a product, the presence of a person, or the feeling of a place. With a painterly approach and a focus on light, color, and form, these images are designed to be both striking and emotionally resonant.
About Zoe
Zoe Smythe is a Seattle-based photographer with a background in fashion and footwear design. She brings a refined, design-led approach to her work, drawing on her eye for detail, light, and texture to create painterly, story-driven imagery.
As a professional photographer for several years, Zoe has worked across portraits, products, and interiors, often handling creative direction and styling to help brands communicate their vision clearly and beautifully. She loves collaborating with thoughtful, creative teams to bring striking, purposeful visuals to life.
With a background in fashion design and a love for storytelling, I create painterly, narrative-driven imagery that’s both elevated and grounded. My work blends fine art composition with intentional styling to reflect the beauty, personality, and emotion behind your brand.
“When I work with brands, I approach each shoot like a creative collaboration—bringing curiosity, planning, and visual direction to craft content that feels cohesive, compelling, and uniquely yours.” – Zoe Smythe
