The Storyteller

Welcome to Thorn & Tale Studios, where storytelling meets stillness—one frame at a time.

I'm the artist behind the lens, Candace Knoebel, a lifelong dreamer and visual storyteller who believes that every person carries a spark of myth and magic within them. With a deep love for folklore, nature, and fine art, I create immersive, themed portrait sessions that transform everyday souls into ethereal characters—be it a forest witch, a lost heir, or a heroine caught between realms.

My work is more than photography; it’s a collaboration between vision and transformation. I guide each client through wardrobe styling, custom scene-building, and curated editing, crafting not just portraits but timeless tales.

Whether we're working in the wildwood, a fog-draped ruin, or a cozy home studio, you’ll step into a world made just for you—where fantasy feels real and you become the story.

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Let’s create something legendary.