ABOUT

Owner/Portraitists

Joe Tondro-Smith

A photographer for 35 years, Joe has explored art through a variety of mediums and genres. First discovering the Greater Yellowstone area in the mid-90s, Joe's passion for the outdoors took him all over the mountain west, BC, and Alaska before settling full-time in Jackson. His years traveling in remote areas and meeting some truly fascinating characters on the trail inspired Joe to replicate his experiences and harness his imagination into original studio portraiture.

What Clients Are Saying

"We had so, so much fun stopping in the old time photos! The owner was so incredibly nice and made us feel right at home. He was great at posing us and getting everyone comfortable and in character. Haven’t laughed that hard in a long time, and the photos we got were priceless."

Ashleigh M.

Photographer

José P. Vargas

A 23-year-old Chilean artist passionate about photography, theater, musical theater, and DJing. Growing up in a creative family, he developed a strong connection to the arts, which shaped his aspirations. Currently living in Jackson, Wyoming, for the winter season, José is focusing on photography while exploring new artistic opportunities.

Alongside his artistic pursuits, José is studying Industrial Engineering at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, blending his academic interests in mathematics and computer science with his creative endeavors. Sociable and open-minded, he thrives on connecting with diverse people and finding inspiration in every interaction.