Since 1977.

One Kentuckian's Vision

Images began with a simple belief: talent deserves real guidance.

Janie Olmstead had already been a school teacher, a guidance counselor, and Miss Kentucky. She also earned bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Kentucky. In 1977, she founded Images in Lexington.

Her years in the classroom taught her to see potential in people and help them grow into it. That instinct still shapes everything we do.

"Talent deserves real guidance."

Nearly Five Decades of Experience

For close to fifty years, Images has represented and developed talent for:

Runway • Print • Commercial • Television • Film

Clients count on us for performers who arrive polished, professional, and ready to work. Our talent counts on us for honest direction and steady support at every stage.

Connected Beyond Kentucky

Our work reaches well past Lexington. Janie is a founding member of the International Modeling & Talent Association (IMTA). Since 1980, Images talent has appeared on the IMTA stage in front of agents, managers, and casting professionals from major markets.

Recognized by the Industry and Our Community

• IMTA Education Excellence Award

• IMTA International Modeling School of the Year, three consecutive years

• IMTA Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Awards

• Business Woman of the Year, NAWBO Lexington (Janie Olmstead)

• Small Business of the Year, Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce

Today

Images carries its legacy forward with fresh energy. We welcome talent of all ages, from curious first-timers to working professionals. We remain proud to be part of the Lexington community that has supported us from the beginning.

Our history gives us credibility. Our future keeps us relevant.