Jessica Davis Photography

What Jessica Davis Photography does

Jessica Davis Photography Inc. is a privately held, founder-owned fine art photography business incorporated in Tennessee and operated by photographer Jessica Davis from Franklin, TN. The company operates two core product lines: (1) fine art photography prints sold direct-to-consumer through a Squarespace-based e-commerce storefront, featuring African wildlife, equestrian subjects, and landscapes printed on Fine Art Smooth Matte 100% cotton hot press archival paper, with sizes ranging from 16x24" to 40x60" limited editions (edition of 50); and (2) guided all-inclusive photo safari tours to Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, India, and other destinations, with small group caps (6-12 guests) and included professional photo documentation such as an 8x8 linen coffee table album valued at $1,995. The business also generates ancillary revenue through affiliate gear recommendations via Amazon and ad-hoc NGO documentary photography services in Uganda and Ethiopia.

The underlying technology stack is intentionally minimal: a Sony Alpha a7R IV mirrorless camera with Sony 24-70mm 2.8 GM and Sony 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM lenses capture images that are printed on archival paper with free shipping included. Safari pricing varies by destination and duration, with international flights excluded but all in-country logistics, lodging, meals, park fees, and twice-daily game drives included. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, relying on Instagram (@JessDavisPhoto), website SEO, word-of-mouth referrals from past clients, and earned media coverage in Photo District News, The Telegraph, Southall, and Orchard Hill. The business is supported by no external investment, no headcount beyond the founder, and operates through fully owned digital and email channels. Strategic positioning is built on Jessica Davis's 15+ years of African expedition experience, formal training from Brooks Institute of Photography, and Black & White Spider Award nominations, which collectively support a premium, niche positioning in the luxury wildlife photography and curated travel market.

Name

Jessica Davis Photography

Legal name

Jessica Davis Photography Inc.

Website

https://www.jessicadavisphotography.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Jessica Davis Photography is a founder-owned fine art photography business based in Franklin, Tennessee, selling archival wildlife and equestrian prints via a Squarespace storefront and operating small-group guided photo safaris across Africa and India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fine Art Photography

NAICS

Commercial Photography (541922), Photographic Services (54192)

SIC

Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro primary industry

Safari & Wildlife Travel Agencies (THAKAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sports Art, Prints & Photography Retail (CRAMAOAG)

Keywords

• Fine art photography
• Wildlife photography prints
• Photo safari tours
• Equestrian photography prints
• Safari art commissions

Headquarters

HQ city

Franklin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Fine Art Print Sales: Sale of limited edition and open edition fine art photography prints in various sizes (16x24 to 40x60). 40x60 prints are limited editions of 50. Prints sold unframed on Fine Art cotton rag paper. Digital photographs not available. Shipping included free on all print orders.
2. Guided Photo Safari Tours: All-inclusive guided photo safari experiences to Kenya, Tanzania, India, and other destinations. Includes in-country flights, lodging, twice daily safaris, park fees, transportation, meals, and drinks. Expert local safari guides. International flights not included.
3. Commercial Licensing: Commercial use of photographs requires a separate license agreement. Upon purchase, customers receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license for personal, editorial, or commercial use as specified.
4. Affiliate Gear Sales: Referral commissions earned from recommending and linking to photography and travel gear on Amazon (Sony cameras, Columbia boots, travel accessories). Links use Amazon affiliate tags.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Jessica Davis Photography sells fine art photography prints of wildlife, equestrian, and African landscapes through an online e-commerce shop, with sizes ranging from 16x24 to 40x60 inches printed on archival cotton rag paper. The company also offers all-inclusive guided photo safari experiences to destinations including Kenya (Maasai Mara), Tanzania, and India, with twice-daily game drives, lodging, meals, and professional photography guidance included.

Product overview

Jessica Davis Photography operates as a fine art photography business offering two core product lines: (1) Fine art photography prints sold through the online shop, featuring wildlife (African safari animals), equestrian subjects (horses, Camargue white horses, longhorns), and landscape photography, available in multiple sizes including limited editions; and (2) Guided photo safari tours to Kenya (Maasai Mara), Tanzania, India, and other destinations, offering all-inclusive experiences with photography instruction, game drives, lodging, and meals. Additional offerings include safari gear recommendations and NGO documentary photography services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fine Art Photography Prints Fine art photography prints available in various sizes (16x24, 20x30, 24x36, 30x45, 40x60 inches) printed on Fine Art acid-free 100% cotton rag hot press archival matte paper. Limited editions available for 40x60 size (edition of 50). Personal use license included with purchase.
• Guided Photo Safaris All-inclusive guided photography safari experiences offering twice-daily game drives, lodging, park fees, meals, and in-country transportation. Kenya Safari visits Maasai Mara (January 2027, 6 people max) and India Safari covers Mumbai, Jodhpur, Jawai, Delwara and Udaipur (November 2027, 12 people max). Includes professional photography documentation with an 8x8 linen coffee table album and iPhone app of wildlife images from the trip.
• Safari Print Collection Fine art photography prints featuring African wildlife, landscapes, and safari scenes from Kenya and Tanzania including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and tribal portraits.
• Equestrian Photography Prints Fine art prints featuring horses including domestic horses, wild horses from Camargue France, and longhorn cattle from Franklin, Tennessee.
• Animals Print Collection Wildlife photography prints featuring African animals including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and other safari wildlife in both color and black and white.
• NGO Documentary Photography Services Professional photography services for non-governmental organizations working in Africa, covering documentaries, medical missions, orphanages, and marketing campaigns in regions including Uganda and Ethiopia.
• Commercial Photography Licensing Commercial use of photographs requiring a separate license agreement. Customers receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license for personal, editorial, or commercial use as specified.

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Singita: Ultra-luxury safari brand with lodge footprint across East and Southern Africa. Competes for the high-end safari customer but does not offer photographer-led expeditions or print products.
• Natural Habitat Adventures: Established nature and wildlife travel company offering photo-focused expeditions to Africa. Competes in the guided wildlife travel category with much larger scale and broader destination portfolio.
• National Geographic Expeditions: Major expedition brand offering photo-led trips to African safari destinations. Competes on the safari-tourism axis with significantly greater marketing reach and brand recognition.
• &Beyond: Luxury safari operator with owned lodge properties across Africa. Overlaps in the high-end guided safari market but operates at substantially larger scale and does not specialize in photography-led trips.

Others

• SmugMug: Online platform used by professional photographers to sell fine art prints and manage portfolios. Ecosystem participant that enables similar fine art print commerce rather than a direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Frans Lanting: Renowned nature and wildlife photographer who sells fine art prints and leads photo expeditions. Comparable as a portfolio-based wildlife photographer offering both prints and guided experiences.
• Nick Brandt: Fine art photographer focused on African wildlife, selling limited edition large-format prints. Closely matches Jessica's print business model and subject matter, competing for the same collector segment.
• Wild Eye Safaris: South Africa-based photo safari company led by professional photographer Paul Joynson-Wicks. Directly comparable as a photographer-hosted wildlife safari operator selling trips to Africa with photography instruction.
• Andy Biggs Photo Safaris: Award-winning wildlife photographer who leads guided photo safaris globally. Comparable as a photographer-led safari brand combining destination expertise with fine art print sales.

Emerging players

• Backcountry Journeys: Photo tour company offering small-group photography workshops and safaris. Comparable niche overlap on photographer-led trips but broader portfolio beyond Africa.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/jessdavisphoto
• Facebookfacebook.com/jessicadavisphotography

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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