If a picture says a thousand words, then the profession Kristina Only selected does a lot of talking.

Kristina is the owner of Only Photography, which is located in downtown Jackson at 334 West Main Street, next door to Hub City Brewing.

“The building was perfect for me and something I knew I could easily maintain myself,” Kristina said, “It was instant love the moment I stepped foot inside the building.

“My friend and hair stylist, Becky Calhoun, joined me at the end of October. Becky’s salon, ‘The Stylin’ Station,’ is located in the back half of the building. We are two businesses under one roof. Becky and I have collaborated together for over 10 years, and I couldn’t imagine a better fit.

“The building has great character and I didn’t want to disturb that, so I just flipped the accent woodwork color to black and painted the red brick white for a bit of a pop. I hope to add a mural to the side of the building in the spring.”

Kristina, who started her business in 2005, was in the Neely House, 575 South Royal St., for 13 years, and she has been a photographer for VIP Magazine in Jackson since 2006.

“I’ve always had a camera in my hands since I was a kid, beginning around the age of 5,” Kristina said, “In college, I had an internship with Mid-South Color Labs and absolutely loved my time there. I learned so much about color calibration and photo editing and made some lifelong friends along the way.

“In the spring of 2005, I graduated from Lambuth University with a degree in Graphic Design … I’ve always loved anything pertaining to art.”

“I photograph many events throughout Jackson, but I am most passionate over photographing children and families. I am so thankful to have a profession that involves my heart.”

Contact Kristina – www.kristinaonly.com or [email protected]

(PHOTO: Kristina Only, with daughters Ava (left) and Anna)