Courtney Thornton is a 26 year old Alabama native and portrait photographer. Courtney's artistic journey began when she transferred from her roots Notasulga, AL to Tallassee, AL in third grade and was introduced to her new school’s talented and gifted program. This new environment provided her with exposure to a variety of artistic disciplines and like-minded peers who shared her passion for creativity. Initially, she dabbled in different forms of art, from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media. Each project she undertook allowed her to explore new techniques and refine her skills. Upon graduating high school, Courtney was gifted a camera by her Aunt Vanessa and found a new love for photography in summer 2017.

Courtney is now a co-founder of The Square Creative Hub in downtown Montgomery, AL, where she is honing her skills as a freelance portrait photographer. Drawing inspiration from the spaces and individualism of the women in her life, Courtney's photography style beautifully encapsulates the essence of being a Black woman from the South. Her work highlights the uniqueness and beauty of these experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and personal narratives through her lens.