THE Team

A person stands outdoors in a forested area during dusk or night. They have short, dark hair with bangs, and are wearing a sleeveless denim vest with black straps, earrings, and jewelry. Their expression is neutral, and they are looking directly at the camera.

carliejo Schirmer

Founder
A person with shoulder-length brown hair and glasses, wearing a gray hoodie, holding a Canon camera up to their face and taking a photo outdoors in an urban setting with cars, trees, and a building in the background.

CarlieJo Schirmer

Photographer and graphic designer
A woman with long reddish hair and piercings, smiling, wearing a brown cowboy hat decorated with coins, outdoors with green trees in the background.

Carliejo Schirmer

Content and outreach

As the Founder, Lead Photographer, Graphic Designer, and Social Media Strategist here, my daily workflow requires wearing every single hat in the studio (and consuming a highly necessary amount of caffeine to keep them all balanced). While the hierarchy is just me, it means your project never gets passed down to an assistant. From the initial brainstorm to the final piece of content, you get 100% of my focus, my energy, and a direct creative partnership.

My creative foundation is built on both formal training and a lifetime behind the lens—I hold degrees in Graphic Design, an Arts Transfer degree, and my General Associates, and I’ve had a camera glued to my hands since I was 15. As my visual style continues to evolve into something deeply cinematic and intentional, I’m always excited to collaborate on the unique ideas in your head and help bring them to life.

When I’m not behind the monitor or directing a session, you can usually find me out on a trail exploring the beautiful Western Oregon landscape with my dog, or at home with my cat.