Today we’d like to introduce you to Wendy Jamison.
Hi Wendy, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’m the oldest of three children, and growing up, home was wherever my dad’s sales career happened to take us next. By the time I was 11 years old, I had attended six different schools. Every move meant being the new kid all over again.
Some schools welcomed me with open arms. In others, I was the popular kid. A few were much harder, where I felt invisible and struggled to find my place. Looking back, those experiences became one of my greatest teachers. They showed me that every person has a story, every person has value, and everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and accepted.
When I was about nine years old, Santa left my very first camera under the Christmas tree. I haven’t been without one since.
As the years passed, I realized my camera wasn’t just a tool for taking pictures—it became my voice. Mr. Rogers used puppets to teach kindness, understanding, and acceptance. I use my camera.
Through photography, I’ve captured happiness, harmony, history, and memories that families will treasure for generations. More importantly, photography has allowed me to connect with people from every walk of life. It has opened doors to conversations, friendships, and experiences I never would have had otherwise.
Photography has never been just about making beautiful images. It’s about helping people feel seen. It’s about preserving moments that matter and reminding people that their story is worth telling.
That philosophy is the foundation of Wendy’s Eye. Whether I’m photographing an event, teaching a workshop, mentoring a new photographer, or leading one of my photography adventures, my mission is always the same: to help people slow down, see the beauty around them, and discover the confidence to tell their own story through the lens.
Shoot. Teach. Grow. Inspire.
Those four words aren’t just my tagline—they’re how I live my life.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
• Constant change as a child – Attended six different schools before age 11, learning to adapt, make new friends, and find my place over and over again.
• Building a business while working full-time – Growing Wendy’s Eye during evenings, weekends, and summers while maintaining a full-time career.
• Choosing education over profit – Focusing on teaching, mentoring, and building a photography community instead of only booking photography clients.
• Keeping up with technology – Staying current with new cameras, editing software, AI, and social media so I can continue teaching relevant skills.
• Self-doubt – Like every entrepreneur, wondering if I was good enough or if my dream would succeed, then choosing to move forward anyway.
• Creating a community – Starting WE Capture from the ground up and fostering a welcoming, supportive environment where photographers of all skill levels feel they belong.
• Balancing multiple roles – Being a photographer, educator, business owner, volunteer, and Registered Behavior Technician while trying to give each role my best.
• Learning to ask for help – Realizing that building a successful business and community doesn’t happen alone.
• Growing through rejection and disappointment – Not every opportunity works out, but each setback has helped me grow stronger and more focused on my mission.
• Finding balance – Protecting time for family, faith, creativity, and personal growth while serving others.
Every challenge I’ve faced has made me a better teacher because I’ve experienced what it feels like to be the beginner, the outsider, and the person wondering if they’re good enough.”
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a photographer, educator, mentor, and lifelong explorer. Curiosity has always fueled my work. Whether I’m photographing a major community event, creating abstract images with a PixelStick before sunrise, chasing the Milky Way, or finding beauty in an ordinary street corner, I’m always asking, “What if?”
That same curiosity drives the way I teach.
I don’t teach people how to use a camera. I teach them how to see.
Anyone can learn the buttons and settings. I want my students to slow down, observe light, notice emotion, recognize a story unfolding in front of them, and develop their own creative voice. Photography isn’t about copying someone else’s style—it’s about discovering your own.
Education has become the heart of Wendy’s Eye. For more than a decade, I’ve taught photographers of all ages through classes, workshops, mentorships, and hands-on adventures. Learning doesn’t end when class is over, which is why I created WE Capture Photography—a community where photographers continue exploring together through photo walks, creative challenges, road trips, and workshops.
Our philosophy is simple: “If it’s not fun, don’t do it.”
When people enjoy learning, they become more creative, more confident, and more willing to take chances. That’s where growth happens.
I’m also proud to volunteer my photography with ArtsQuest, documenting events that celebrate our community. Capturing the energy of festivals, concerts, cultural celebrations, and neighborhood gatherings is my way of giving back and preserving memories that will become part of our local history.
What sets me apart isn’t the camera I use or the awards I may receive. It’s the relationships I build, the community I’ve helped create, and the joy I find in watching someone discover they can create something they never thought possible.
At the end of the day, my favorite photograph isn’t always one that I take. Sometimes it’s the smile on a student’s face when they realize, “I did that!”
Are there any apps, books, podcasts, blogs or other resources you think our readers should check out?
I’m a lifelong learner, so I’m always looking for new ways to grow creatively and personally.
For photography education, I enjoy following photographers and educators like Tony & Chelsea Northrup, whose videos encourage photographers to keep learning and experimenting. I also enjoy watching B&H Event Space presentations and other educational content that explores new techniques, creative ideas, and the ever-changing world of photography.
As for apps, Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop continue to be essential tools in my workflow, along with PhotoPills for planning night sky photography and weather apps that help me prepare for outdoor shoots.
One of my greatest resources, however, isn’t an app or a book—it’s simply getting outside with my camera. Some of my best ideas come from wandering a new town before sunrise, exploring a local festival, hiking a trail, or standing under a sky full of stars. Curiosity is my greatest teacher.
I also believe that my students are one of my greatest resources. Their questions challenge me, inspire me, and remind me that there’s always something new to discover. The day we stop learning is the day we stop growing.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.Wendys-Eye.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendyseye/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiwendyseye/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-jamison-0266057/
