“There is only you and your camera. The limitations in your photography are in yourself, for what we see is what we are.”— Ernst Haas

Welcome to Photo Artfolio, a dynamic online gallery and resource center that supports both emerging and established photographers. I’m Julia Cumes, the founder of this platform, working in collaboration with a talented group of photographers.

As a young photographer, I experienced firsthand the profound impact of having mentors in my photographic journey. Their guidance, support, and insights were instrumental in shaping my skills and artistic vision. It is with this understanding of the value of mentorship and a strong photography community that the idea of Photo Artfolio was born. Our mission is to help photographers of all levels navigate the challenges I faced when starting out, offering curated shows, grant programs, and invaluable resources to showcase their talent, passion, and projects to a broader audience.

A highlight of our platform is the "Photographers to Watch" section, a dedicated space that spotlights rising talents whose work resonates with us for its creativity, innovation, fresh perspective, compelling aesthetic, or powerful storytelling. We believe in the power of photography to inspire and transform, and this section is our way of celebrating the next generation of photographic visionaries.

You can learn more about me and see my work at juliacumes.com.

Thank you for being a part of our community. I look forward to witnessing your photographic journey unfold.

—Julia Cumes, Founder, Photo Artfolio