Unraveled Artist Feature | June 17th, 2026
We typically try to keep our Weekly Artist Feature to around 20 images.
This week, we failed miserably.
As we were pulling work for this feature, we kept finding ourselves saying, "Wait... we have to include this one too."
One of the things we've heard over the years is that Unraveled Academy has a "look." And maybe our brand does have a look—as any good brand should. But when you look at the work being created by the artists in this community, what stands out most isn't similarity. It's range.
Different subjects. Different edits. Different approaches. Different stories.
What connects the artists we admire most isn't a particular preset, style, or genre. It's a willingness to trust their own voice. To experiment. To take risks. To try something new, even when it doesn't come with a guarantee that it will work.
Those are the artists that inspire us.
This week's feature is a celebration of that spirit. It's a little bigger than usual, but we think you'll understand why. The work below showcases the incredible range of talent, vision, and creativity being cultivated within the Unraveled Academy community, and we couldn't be more proud of the artists creating it.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWEST UNRAVELED ARTIST OF THE YEAR…
Mikayla Pentecost
Over the years, we've had the privilege of watching Mikayla Pentecost grow, not just in technical skill, but in confidence, vision, and trust in her own voice.
This image feels like the perfect example of what can happen when artists commit to learning, creating, and following their curiosity. Education matters. Inspiration matters. Not because it makes us create like someone else, but because it helps us better understand ourselves.
Everything in this frame feels intentional. The hula hoops create natural framing and movement, the layering adds depth and storytelling, and the bold color relationships make the image feel playful, vibrant, and alive. Every element works together to pull the viewer deeper into the photograph.
But what we love most is that this image takes a chance. It feels personal. It feels unexpected. It feels like Mikayla.
The artists we admire most aren't the ones trying to fit in. They're the ones willing to trust their instincts, experiment, and create work that is uniquely their own. Mikayla continues to do exactly that.
Congratulations Mikayla on being named Unraveled Academy's Artist of the Year and to all the featured Artists of Unraveled! Thank you for continuing to push yourself creatively and for reminding all of us what can happen when we trust our vision and take risks.
Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep creating.
THIS is the reason you should become a member of Unraveled.
We’re more than just an online photography school—we’re a creative home. As a member, you’ll unlock exclusive perks like the chance to be featured in our weekly blog and on Instagram, access to a supportive and talented community, and monthly releases of brand-new photography courses. You’ll also get freebies, webinars, creative challenges, and a front-row seat to everything happening inside our Academy. We’re here to help you grow, evolve, and keep your passion alive—every step of the way.