The Journal

About Janice Smith

Fine-art portrait photographer based in Surrey, BC. Creator of Vogue style sessions, the What If… I’m Enough empowerment project, and the Inkcandescent exhibition that debuted at The Kent Vancouver on November 2025.

Why We Photograph Ourselves at Certain Moments in Life

Why We Photograph Ourselves at Certain Moments in Life

Emotional portrait photography honouring meaningful life seasons in Surrey BC. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

June 30, 20263 min read

What Makes a Portrait Feel Honest?

What Makes a Portrait Feel Honest?

Emotional editorial portrait photography focused on authenticity in Surrey BC. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

June 23, 20263 min read

Why Printed Portraits Matter More Than Digital Files

Why Printed Portraits Matter More Than Digital Files

Printed portrait artwork for families in Surrey and Vancouver by Janice Smith Photography. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

June 16, 20263 min read

Why Black & White Portraits Feel So Timeless

Why Black & White Portraits Feel So Timeless

Timeless black and white portrait photography in Surrey and Vancouver by Janice Smith. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

June 09, 20263 min read

Why So Many Women Feel Uncomfortable Being Seen

Why So Many Women Feel Uncomfortable Being Seen

Emotional editorial portraiture exploring confidence, identity, and visibility in Surrey BC. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

June 02, 20264 min read

The Quiet Power of Being Photographed With the People You Love

The Quiet Power of Being Photographed With the People You Love

Emotional family portraiture focused on connection and legacy in Surrey BC. ...more

Portrait Philosophy

May 26, 20263 min read