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New Year. New Resolution.

Hey Friends! So I hesitated a bit posting this blog entry. I’ve always kept my new years resolutions to myself in fear that I won’t keep them and everyone would know that I failed.  But a few months ago, I wrote an entry that was an open letter to every creative.  In it, I wrote, “Don’t […]

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Fallbrook Engagement Photos • Haley & Dylan

Hello Friends! This past weekend, I had the awesome privilege of shooting Haley and Dylan’s engagement photos.  They were the lucky winners of my Engagement Session giveaway that I hosted on my Instagram account.  This session could not have been more perfect.  Sun rays sparkled brightly through the trees and gently guided us through the trails […]

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ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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My Story. The Alleyway.

Hello again, friends! Today I’m going to break down my walls and continue to be 100% real with you guys.  I’m going to tell you about my business, how it started, the hurdles and the successes!

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Hi. I’m Justin.

Hello Friends! Lately, I have been so inspired and motivated to become a better blogger. Not only to promote my business, but as a creative outlet! The amazingly talented and inspirational Alex Beadon has put together a blog challenge.  I’m definitely not one to join these kind of challenges as writing/blogging just isn’t my strong […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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“Go.” • An Open Letter To Every Creative.

“You call me out upon the waters The great unknown where feet may fail And there I find You in the mystery In oceans deep My faith will stand” -Hillsong United It’s midnight.  I’m lying here completely awake.  The only sound I hear are the thoughts that fill my head.  Thoughts about my passions, thoughts about […]

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