ABOUT
PHOTOGRAPHER | CONTENT CREATOR | HYPE GIRL
I’m Cortney Bigelow. A multi-passionate photographer who thrives on lifting women up through the art of photography.
Making them feel CONFIDENT, CELEBRATED and SEEN.
YOU’RE PROBABLY WONDERING HOW I GOT HERE ...
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When I look back at my younger self, two things standout—a journey of confidence and a journey of finding what to do as a career.
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A journey of finding confidence…
I was a shy and reserved little girl. My parents even enrolled me in karate at age five to help build my self-assurance. It worked, my mom said, and I began to open up more with kids my age. In grade school, I craved acceptance and sought out anything deemed "cool," yearning to be seen.
High school brought a shift; I carried a newfound swag and loved my upper teen years filled with driving, sports, and social gatherings. However, my world was turned upside down when we made a big move across the country after graduation. Though challenging at the time time, it pushed me to make new friends and put myself out there in a place where I knew no one.
College was a highlight; I joined a sorority, met a ton of people from all over and made unforgettable memories—including studying abroad. Post college I moved straight to Seattle, where I had lived during the summers and would settle down alongside my close friends. I felt on top of the world socially, but didn’t quite have the career thing figured out yet. -
A journey to finding my edit …
Coming from a family of entrepreneurs and creatives, I've always had a desire to design my own career doing what I love. I went to school for interiors and architecture, practiced marketing out of school with my communications degree in tech and retail, and then found myself jumping the corporate ship for creative freedom. I wanted to reap the benefits of my own work and create a brand where I could inspire. In 2016, I created The Grey Edit—a lifestyle blog with a mission to empower the modern woman to find her edit. Along the way, I found my own…
Documenting life has always been my obsession—from the days of disposable cameras in middle school to point-and-shoots in college, digital albums, and blogs. These creative outlets have always fueled me.
One day it clicked that I could turn my lifelong passion for photography into a business, I didn’t hesitate. I launched The Grey Edit Photo in 2020 and have since focused on what lights me up the most: empowering the modern woman through creative portraits across self love and branding. -
If you're looking to connect with yourself, be seen, and document your journey, you've come to the right place.
I've transformed my own insecurities into confidence and I want to help you do the same. Let's highlight your accomplishments and showcase your beauty in a therapeutic photo session that reveals the incredible woman you are.
It would be my honor to be your photographer.Learn more about me—I hang out a lot on insta:
ON MY STUDIOS
I belong to a creative collective that gives me access me to three gorgeous spaces. Industrial & airy, textured & cozy, modern & vibey.
You take your pick... whichever tickles your fancy.
ON MY STYLE & VIBE
Everything I offer is designed with you in mind—the modern woman who's busy, appreciates QUALITY and knows that investing in herself is totally WORTH IT.
When we shoot together, my goal is to make you feel comfortable in your own skin and any clothes you’re wearing. I’ll take the time to learn about your story and then I’ll work to ensure the photos we capture truly reflect it.
THIS ISN’T JUST A PHOTOSHOOT.
It’s a photography experience that will allow you to feel seen.
An investment to yourself to serve as a reminder of the incredibly amazing, badass and beautiful woman you are.
I give a damn about style, and I’ve learned that when you truly love what you're wearing, it shows. I’ll be there to help you pick the perfect outfits, making your photoshoot one for the books.
I've developed an aesthetic that's modern with an edgy, PNW flair. Shooting in natural lit studios. Creating mood with shadows. Pulling inspo from the editorial world—because all women deserve to be on a cover.
The outcome? Timeless photos with an editorial vibe and minimal aesthetic. A new fellow female in your corner, cheering you on. AND the incredible feeling of having honored yourself at this moment in your life—a memory you’ll cherish forever.
It’s all about you, girl. And if you walk away feeling empowered, then I’ve done my job.
AS I USED TO SAY IN MY STYLE BLOG…
Everyone has an edit, I’m here to help you find yours.
WHAT THE GIRLIES ARE SAYING …
