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Image Integrity In Post Production: Keeping It Real For Clients
In the art of narrative filmmaking, the decision to build grand, physical sets in locations worldwide, as opposed to relying on...

Jesse Jacques
Feb 15, 20243 min read


Why Portrait Photography Is Important Today
In an era where the lines between reality and the digital realm increasingly blur, the desire to affirm our presence—to assert, "I was...

Jesse Jacques
Feb 12, 20244 min read


Precision over Volume: Professional Photographer's Client Session Flow
In this brief exploration of our process, we highlight how the number of images produced within a project/photoshoot with us is always...

Jesse Jacques
Feb 8, 20242 min read


The Art of Standing Out Without Selling Out
In the buzzing world of 2024's digital marketplace, the airwaves are thick with podcasts and videos, forming a never-ending stream of...

Jesse Jacques
Feb 5, 20244 min read


Professional Photographer & Client Dynamics: The Energy Exchange In Photography
This article explores the dynamic interplay of energies between photographer and subject, specifically within the realm of individual...

Jesse Jacques
Feb 1, 20242 min read


Universal Triggers in Creativity: The Enduring Human Connection in Art
Moving through a world that continually evolves with technological advancements, there remains a constant that technology cannot...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 29, 20245 min read


The First Step: Seeing Through Your Eyes | Ask the Photographer Series
Understanding the Process: Before creating the first frame, there's a distinctive process we undertake to ensure every photo aligns...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 25, 20243 min read


Why Struggle? Uncomplicate Your World for Easier Living and Creating
In the landscape of both creativity and life, there lies a peculiar paradox that often goes unnoticed. We, as individuals—whether...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 22, 20248 min read


The Psychology of Free: How No-Cost Content Shapes Consumer Minds
A Light-Hearted Take on Value Perception In a whimsical nod to our discussion on value perception, this classic Peanuts comic offers a...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 15, 20247 min read


Emotional Intelligence in Creative Leadership
As someone naturally gifted with high Emotional Intelligence (EI), I recognize its unparalleled value in the creative realm. In today's...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 8, 20245 min read


Mastering Paradoxes in Creative Industries
Thoth, the ancient deity of the Moon, wisdom, and knowledge, has reigned over realms of writing, hieroglyphs, science, magic, and art...

Jesse Jacques
Jan 2, 20248 min read


Photography Year in Review: Reflections and Highlights
As 2023 draws to a close, let's take a moment to pause and reflect. This isn't just about the photographs made or the projects completed...

Jesse Jacques
Dec 18, 20239 min read


The Dance of Hours: Reimagining Our Journey Through Time
Have you ever wondered why those endless childhood summers seemed to last forever or why time appears to accelerate as you transition...

Jesse Jacques
Dec 11, 20239 min read


From Earth to Fire: Entering a New Era of Global Awakening in 2024
Hey everyone, Lately, I've been immersed in wrapping up the last few projects of the year, aiming to conclude around the week of the...

Jesse Jacques
Dec 4, 202310 min read


Futuristic Visions: Conceptualizing the Unphotographable
Dream into Reality Pictured above is an editorial shoot I photographed on Kodak Ektachrome 100 4x5 film. As a film photographer and...

Jesse Jacques
Nov 27, 20236 min read


Designing Destiny: Learning from your future self
Just the other day, I rewatched a classic film, acclaimed as one of the greatest in cinematic history and a staple on respected critics'...

Jesse Jacques
Nov 20, 20234 min read


2024 Unveiled: The Creative Crystal Ball – Seeing Beyond Today's Trends
Hey everyone, as the year gradually draws to a close and industries enter their seasonal lull, our attention becomes more perceptive,...

Jesse Jacques
Nov 13, 20236 min read


Crafting the New from the Known: The Subtle Dance of Reinvention
Hello all. I hope you're navigating this busy season with both grace and gusto. In the midst of it all, I've been swamped working across...

Jesse Jacques
Nov 6, 20234 min read


Vanity Metrics Exposed: A New Blueprint for Creative Professionals
Digital numbers can be seductive. They promise fame, validation, and even the dream of financial freedom. Yet, for creative...

Jesse Jacques
Oct 30, 20237 min read


Overcoming Visual Biases: Unseeing to See in Photography and Beyond
Welcome back to our continually deepening 'The Art of Seeing' series. As we progress, the topics grow richer and the insights more...

Jesse Jacques
Oct 23, 20236 min read
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