The Art of Simplicity: A Minimalist Approach to Creating Stronger Images
Unlock the beauty of simplicity and storytelling through your lens. With his signature blend of story-infused examples and practical exercises Curtis will show how he uses the creative techniques of minimalism to intentionally account for every inch of the frame. Discover how to minimize clutter, work with negative space, and master visual balance to boost the overall impact of your compositions.
The Art of Getting Lost: Traveling the World to Find my Way Home
Have you ever felt like the kind of person who doesn’t do big, bold things? In this talk, Curtis shares how a career of exploration and adventure began with small steps and a belief in the power of simply saying yes. From capturing life at the edges of the earth to finding wonder close to home, he reveals the lessons learned along the way and how they can transform the way you see and share the world. Whether you’re setting out on your first backyard adventure or looking to tell stories that feel worthy of National Geographic, this talk will show you how to find the extraordinary—no matter where you start.
The Art of Motion: Expanding Your Photographer’s Voice with Video
How can video elevate your storytelling as a photographer? With its ability to combine visuals, motion, and sound, video offers a dynamic way to connect with your audience and convey your vision. Curtis will dive into his journey of integrating video into his photography practice, sharing the lessons learned, tools used, and stories brought to life. Whether you’re new to video or looking to refine your skills, this talk will provide insights to help you craft compelling stories that resonate.”
The Art of Special Projects: Finding Meaning and Momentum
What keeps you inspired, grounded, and moving forward in your creative journey? Special projects can be that driving force—the ones that resonate deeply, grow your expertise, and contribute to something larger than yourself. Curtis will reflect on the standout projects that shaped his career, discuss their broader impact, and share what’s next on the horizon. Join this session to explore how your own special projects can become a source of purpose and enduring growth.
Website: Curtis Jones Photography
From Curtis’s website:
Curtis Jones is an acclaimed photographer and storyteller from Newfoundland and Labrador. Although he graduated with a degree in pharmacy, it was while working in the Arctic that he was asked to ski across the Greenland Ice Sheet with friends and to record the trip with his camera.
That was the beginning. Now known for his expertise in capturing the stark beauty of isolated and challenging environments worldwide, his adventures have taken him from Antarctica to the Gobi Desert.
Raised in a culture rich in storytelling, his deep engagement with his surroundings enables him to bring unique perspectives to his photographic audiences, touching on themes of isolation, history, culture and wildness.
Curtis’s photographs have been featured in National Geographic Explorer, Canadian Geographic, The Globe and Mail and the Huffington Post. His commercial projects focus on environmental initiatives, literacy, national parks, tourism and food sustainability.
