My hand turned into my camera.
I’m Jesse Knutson — a full-time professional photographer with over 25 years of experience, working out of Bismarck, ND, Denver, CO and Sitges, Spain.
Lighting, creativity & patience turn into experience.
Growing up in my father’s studio taught me the craft — lighting, posing and how to make people comfortable in front of the lens. Living in Australia and traveling the globe taught me to see.
After earning my degree in photography in Melbourne, I came home with a completely new perspective on how I work with people and the style I bring to every shoot. Whether it’s a senior on a train trestle, a family in the fall leaves or a burger that makes you hungry, I bring the same energy: something creative, something real, something you’ll want on your wall.
From the darkroom to the Mediterranean.
Raised in the studio
Grew up in Robert Knutson Photography, my father’s studio — he was a full-time professional photographer and studio owner for over 40 years.
First steps
Began an internship at my father’s studio and launched my own sports photography business, Sydney K Photography.
Melbourne, Australia
Studied at the International College of Professional Photography and interned with Aussie fashion, wedding and commercial studios.
San Diego, CA
Ran my business out of San Diego, shooting musicians, bands and clothing apparel brands.
Bismarck, ND
Brought the business home to Bismarck to grow — seniors, families, couples, headshots and commercial work.
Sitges, Spain
A new adventure: now operating from Bismarck, Denver and the Sitges area near Barcelona.
Now bookingLet’s make something worth framing.
Tell Jesse what you’re dreaming up — a senior session, family portraits, new headshots or a full commercial shoot — and he’ll put together a custom plan and quote.