Inside the
Studio
Tenth & Kingston is a NYC-based photo studio crafting visual stories for BIPOC creatives, small businesses, and modern couples who care about showing up with intention.
Whether you're building your brand, documenting a meaningful milestone, or gathering your community together, we blend soulful storytelling with honest editorial photography that feels like you.
What T&K Values
What T&K Values
At the heart of Tenth & Kingston are the values that shape every session, every story, every click of the shutter.
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Every story is different. That’s why we listen first, then create with care. We don’t do cookie-cutter — we craft with purpose, making sure the visuals reflect you, not just the trends.
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We believe every face, voice, and experience deserves to be seen — fully and honestly. As a BIPOC-owned studio, representation isn’t a buzzword here — it’s built into the lens we shoot through.
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This is a partnership, not a transaction. We guide you with empathy, clear communication, and thoughtful planning — so you feel supported, not staged.
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We don’t chase trends or do performative aesthetics. We create work that feels true — rooted in story, shaped by intention, and designed to last beyond the algorithm.
HEY! I’M JANEL.
THE FACE AND HEART BEHIND THE STUDIO.
I’m a lifelong creative, photojournalist by training, designer by trade, and a storyteller at my core. As an immigrant (born in Jamaica), I’ve always understood the power of being seen — and how photography can turn fleeting moments into visual legacies.
I started Tenth & Kingston to blend creativity with purpose — crafting images that reflect not just how things *look*, but how they *feel.* I believe every story deserves to be told with clarity, creativity, and care. I approach each session with intention and respect for what makes you, you.
Whether I’m photographing a personal brand, an intimate elopement, or a community event, my goal is the same: to help you feel seen, heard, and beautifully documented.
Tenth & Kingston was born from a desire to create meaningful, honest work that reflects the people in front of the lens. Your story deserves more than a scroll. It deserves to be seen, felt, and remembered.