About Tieshka K. Smith

Tieshka Smith is a Philadelphia-based photographer, author, and teaching artist whose work explores voice, memory, and visibility through image and story. A former nonprofit project manager, she has spent the last decade creating community-rooted projects that challenge assumptions and celebrate overlooked moments. 

Her debut book, Compositions of Black Joy: A Visual Chronicle of the Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival (2015-2022), was published in 2025. 

Her portfolio can be found at tieshkasmith.com