Sophie Smith

Sophie Smith (b. 1988) is a lifestyle photographer based in Kenton-on-Sea in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Her creative journey is a mirror of her personal evolution, embarking on a path of introspection and healing while documenting tender moments of motherhood and her children's lives. This journey has fueled her fascination with the intimate dynamics between women, children, and nature, particularly the healing properties of water.

Trained as a photojournalist, Sophie practiced documentary-style photography for many years. However, it was only after having children that she began to blend documentary photography with fine art, creating images that evoke emotion rather than just capturing moments. Sophie's work is an artistic documentation of life, capturing both the big moments and the small, seemingly mundane ones, in a way that allows viewers to relive the depth and soul of those experiences.

Sophie's philosophy revolves around the collaboration between the photographer and the subject, capturing authentic and intimate moments in the most beautiful way when the subjects feel relaxed and confident. She believes in creating a sweet spot between storytelling and art, capturing the magic that already exists within her subjects.

Deeply inspired by life, nature, and her children, Sophie is obsessed with light and shadow and how they dance together. Her ability to blend storytelling with art has been nurtured over the years, allowing her to see what others might not notice and turn it into magical photographs. Living near the ocean in Kenton on Sea, Sophie finds daily inspiration and a sense of freedom, but she also loves the feeling of being on the road in search of new adventures.

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