“I like to flirt the line of softness and edge. Feeling and logic. Spirituality and humanity. The dualities of being intrigue me.” Tianna Grey’s photography thrives on contrasts—balancing intimacy with boldness, instinct with intention. Inspired by nature, womanhood, and the unseen emotional landscapes we all go through, her work feels a bit like a diary of herself and her models.
With a keen eye for the subtle and unspoken, Tianna approaches her art as an exploration rather than a statement. Her images embody an organic, fluid storytelling—one that reflects her own philosophy of life: embracing the imperfect, honoring the process, and trusting in creative intuition. Whether portraying the quiet power of femininity or the ever-changing rhythm of nature, she invites the viewer to pause, feel, and see beyond what is immediately visible.
In our wonderfully deep interview, Tianna not only shares her beautiful work but also her artistic perspective, the inspirations that shape her craft, and the ways in which she continues to evolve both as an artist and as a human being.
Tianna, you are very much inspired by women, soft colours and nature. Where does this love come from?
Yes, nature and women are my main muses and in both my work and my interpersonal relationships, I often find myself tapping into the subsurface frequency of what’s being felt (yin/femme/nature consciousness). Personally, this is a large part of how I exist in my internal landscape, exploring thoughts and feelings. Inquiry of both mind and body.
Nature is a great teacher in that realm. A reminder that there are seasons for all states of being: and that all are welcome. If you want to feel held as you are, spend time in nature.
It’s also what intrigues me the most about others; their internal going-ons the rest of us aren’t privy to. So in a way, this love comes from my curiosity of the world around me and the unseen, unspoken parts of life.
Are there any particular themes about womanhood that you are drawn to in your work?
I subscribe to the thinking that God is a woman/Woman is a God. So in ways I’m always trying to remind us of our nature, that we are not separate from ourselves, Source, or each other. All is within us and is perfectly expressed through our (perceived) messiness and dichotomy of being. Quite simply: bless this mess.
“If you want to feel held as you are, spend time in nature.”
Tell us a bit about yourself and what you want people to know about you.
I’m an inquisitive person, a deep feeler and thinker. My approach to life is playful, but not flippant, and I’m always seeking meaningful connection in my interactions.
My best work is brought out through collaboration—I absolutely love being in the mix with others and riffing in the moment. When it comes to creating, I try not to overthink things or take myself too seriously. Because honestly, it ain’t that deep.
I like to flirt the line of softness and edge. Feeling and logic. Spirituality and humanity. The dualities of being intrigue me.
My biggest wish is for everyone to have the opportunity to know themselves and express themselves as they desire to be known.
What’s a moment in your life that defined who you are today?
No singular moment of definition, more of an ongoing metamorphosis. I try to live life artfully and presently, through all touch points—the curation of my home, the preparation of my food, my approach to relationships, my personal style—and through that I am shaped and am being shaped. All of it matters (to me).
“When I de-centre myself and take the ego out of it, I’m able to trust in Creativity and let it lead me.”
Can you describe a dream or goal that keeps you motivated?
Living a life I feel satiated by is my biggest motivator.
As a recovering control freak, I’ve spent a lot of time future tripping which is a total buzz kill and takes you out of the present moment. And while the desire for control lends to my strong organizational skills, which in itself is supportive, it has also bound me, and at times kept me small.
Existing in the here and now and letting go of trying to have it all figured out is the main theme I’m working with at the moment. And a lot of what that looks like is trusting the process. That and taking small actions daily towards my dreams and cultivating presence through meditation.
In moments of self-doubt, how do you find your way back?
However possible, I try and get out of my own damn way (read: head). Breathwork is a helpful tool in shifting my mental state and getting back into my body.
I try and remember that even though whatever is coming up feels personal, it’s not. When I de-centre myself and take the ego out of it, I’m able to trust in Creativity and let it lead me. I find it helpful to create space between me—the artist—and Creativity in this way. Then as the artist, my job is to simply follow Creativity via my intuition and instincts. That reframe usually helps to take the pressure off, as it makes it less about me, personally.
Oh, and moving into action, however incremental, tends to dispel doubt. Feel the fear and do it anyways.
The most important thing in life is?
Female friendships and enjoying your own company (don’t make me choose) (smiles).
