About/CV
Jacob Woodyard is a photographer based in Pittsburgh. He began pursuing photography in 2020 and has since worked to expand his approach through consistent practice and exploration. His images often come from personal experience, shaped by memory, place, and observation. Hailing from West Virginia, where fine art photography was not a conventional career path, Jacob's introduction to the field unfolded organically and sincerely. His path to photography has created a deep appreciation for the art form, guiding him towards photography as the core of his creative intent.Education
2019 -2024 BFA in Photography, Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
Honors: Manga Cum LadaExhibitions
2025 ESP @ Two Frays, Two Frays Brewery, Pittsburgh, PA
2025 Kinder Landscapes, Kinderbeing Cafe, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Welcome Home, Artist Image Resource, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Stranger Than Known, Artist Image Resource, Pittsburgh, PA
2023 Earth Day Gallery, Twin Oaks Mansion, Mars, Pittsburgh, PA
2023 Untamed, Artists Image Resource, Pittsburgh, PA
Curation
2025 Shadow Work; Silver Eye Center for Photography, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 New Unknowns; Silver Eye Center for Photography, Pittsburgh, PA
Professional Appointments
2025 -American Eagle Outfitters, Pittsburgh, PA
Digital Tech: Photoshoot Workflow Management
2024 -George Lange Studio, Pittsburgh, PA
Lab Technician; Inkjet Printing
- Silver Eye Center For Photography, Pittsburgh, PA
Lab Technician; Inkjet Printing, Fine art Handling, Photo Matting, Client relations
- Blue Heron Media; American Heart Association, 100th annual Heart Ball, Pittsburgh, PA
Lead Event Photographer; Red Carpet Glamour Photos, Award Winner Portraits + Donor Portraits
- Ya’baso Dance Team, Pittsburgh, PA
Portrait Photographer + Postproduction Editor
2023-2024 -Silver Eye Center for Photography Scholar, Pittsburgh, PA
Non-profit photography gallery paid internship
2022-2023 -Photo Collective, Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
President
2023 -Associated Artists of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Lead Photographer + Postproduction Editor
-Conservatory of Performing Arts, Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
Lead Photographer + Postproduction Editor
- Blue Heron Media; American Heart Association, Pittsburgh, PA
Event Photographer
Awards
2024 Student Media Award Outstanding Achievement, Point Park University
2023 Student Media Award Outstanding Achievement, Point Park University
2022 Golden Quill, Student Excellence in Journalistic Craft Achievement, News Photo,
Pittsburgh, PA
2022 O. J. Stout Scholarship, Parkersburg, WV
Publications
2024 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, “American Heart Association's Heart
Ball raises $1 million. Photo Credit
2021-2023 The Globe, News photo Editor, Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
Monthly Contributor
Technical Abilities (or qualifications)
Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom)
Capture One
Studio Lighting
Digital File Management
Teathered Photography
Drum Scanning: Flex-tight/Epson
35mm
Medium Format Film
View Camera
Inkjet Printing
Cold Press Mounting
Black and White Darkroom processes
Inkjet Printing Techniques
Matting
Additional Documentation Available
Examples of Professional Work
University Transcripts
References