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PAID Model Casting
James Patrick Photography is casting up to 2 models (all genders welcome to apply) for a paid book project. Project is to happen in Phoenix, Arizona on October 28 and 29, 2025. Models interested in applying should be local (as travel/accommodations are not covered)...
Tips to feel more confident at your photoshoot
Learn expert tips from a top Phoenix photographer to feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Ready to book your professional photoshoot in Phoenix? Let’s get started. As a Phoenix photographer with over 20 years of experience working with...
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Why I believe less gear equals more impact [FREE DOWNLOAD]
After two decades and hundreds of magazine covers, I’ve learned that one light — placed with purpose — can deliver more drama, depth, and impact than an entire rig of strobes. Here’s why I created One Light, Many Looks. When I started out in photography, I...
AI just replaced a cover model. And the magazine didn’t say a word
Readers overwhelmingly say AI in media should be labeled. So why aren’t magazines telling us when reality isn’t real? Recently, Brainz Magazine ran a cover that, to anyone looking closely, appeared to be an AI-generated rendering rather than a photograph of...
The Best Photography Locations in Arizona
From Phoenix to Sedona, these are the best photography locations in Arizona that deliver stunning light, unique backdrops, and creative flexibility for every photoshoot. You can scroll Instagram and find a dozen Arizona photo spots that look amazing. But if you’re a...
So…about these Bezos’ wedding AI photos
If everything’s edited and AI-generated, how do we know what to believe anymore? This is my take as an Arizona-based photographer. We’re living in a time where scrolling through social media or reading headlines often leaves us wondering: “Is this even real?”...
The biggest lie photographers believe about celebrity shoots
I created an ad for Death Wish Coffee…that no one asked for
Ever get an idea stuck in your head that you just can't get out? As a creative person, I know you do. Whether that's a song, a quote, or an image. You and I, we live and breathe creativity. And that means getting completely obsessed with great ideas sometimes. This...
Planning a Photoshoot in Phoenix? Avoid These 6 Common Mistakes
Whether you’re booking a fitness, fashion, or corporate photoshoot, these six tips will help you hire the right Phoenix photographer—and avoid wasted time and money. Booking a Phoenix photographer comes down to so much more than just picking someone with a...