Help-Portrait

Friends...it's been a quiet August, but this post is worth far more than any 'hey look at me and what I do' kind of stuff. Local Nashville photog Jeremy Cowart had a dream, and it's becoming reality, and I can't wait to be part of such an amazing occasion. Please take the time to watch this video and if you are moved like I was, let's join the story together. All the best - J. Fraz

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I did something abnormal.

The other day, I did something completely out of the ordinary (for me)...and I'm pretty happy about the change of heart.

The first thing that didn't fit my mold was that I took a nature-esque picture. It's not that I don't like nature or beautiful landscapes or the animals that inhabit them...in fact I'm fascinated by all of the above, its just never been my photographic forte.

The next part that was weird is that I never set out to take this picture, in fact I was on my way home from a different shoot. Cruising right along, and I see these great creations hanging out together...so peaceful I thought. As I drove by I was like, "Wait a sec - I'm thinking about how cool a picture that is, and I have my camera in the car - why don't I just stop and shoot it?"

So I did. I threw my car in reverse on a major road (Not recommended by the way :) backed into a church parking lot (I was going in reverse after all) threw it in park, grabbed the camera and off I ran...

So here is my abnormal result. I hope you enjoy.

Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalk

This past weekend was a WORLDwide success! It was absolutely incredible the steam this event gained as the day drew near - over 32,000 photographers all coming together and snapping away. For those of you that aren't familiar with Scott Kelby's worldwide photowalk, USA Today ran a great article that you can find here. (Which was a big help in the final push for numbers!)

By the time I actually found out about the walk, Nashville was already filled up (where I live), so I ended up shooting downtown Franklin which was really cool. I used to live only a mile from 5 points (main intersection in downtown Franklin) so I thought I had seen it all before, but man was I wrong! I found so many nooks and crannies that I just can't wait to go back and shoot again! One neat aspect was that we shot from 7:00 - 9:00 am, and there's very few things open at that time, so we really had a clean look at things.

Well, I really tried to bring a different perspective to the day with my style, so don't hold your breath if you are looking for 'great shots to represent Franklin.' :) Nonetheless, here's a few I didn't throw out:

(4th Street parking garage)

(Main street roofs)

(5 Points)

Don Moen Company

This post is both nerve-racking and exciting, because....

...To date, I would consider this my favorite shoot. There are many reasons for that statement, most of which I will not bore you with on here. Basically though, the concept for this shoot was more or less what I sometimes daydream about, and when it was presented to me, I wondered if someone crawled inside my head and offered me my thoughts. Kind of weird. Kind of awesome.

The bare bones is this: Don Moen (Platinum recording Christian music artist, and former President of Integrity Media) went out on his own last year to start The Don Moen Company as well as non-profit Worship2Action. The DMC's headquarters is here in Nashville, and this shoot was specifically designed and conceptualized to design their space. Hope you enjoy:

Thanks to G.I. Inc for the the gig and the killer space. You guys rock.

Baby Abram.

Babies, babies, babies. My life is encircled by babies these days! And to think my world is about to be completely rocked with my own baby. Unbelievable...

...sorry, I just drifted off here at my kitchen table thinking about it. For those of you who have never experienced the anxiousness of your first child, your first step/leap/fall into parenthood...it's completely overwhelming in an incredibly not-so-normal kind of way.

Anyways, this little guy is special because he is family! His name is Abram, and he's pretty awesome. Check him out:

Maternity:Wife

Well, as some of you may know, my wife and I are expecting our first child in September! We are expecting a baby girl, and for those of you about to ask: no, we don't have a name picked out yet :) While as a photographer I will not be promoting my services for maternity photos, I can't pass up the opportunity to shoot the most beautiful woman in the whole world can I? Thus, here she is, beautiful belly and all.

I may post some more on my website (www.jonathanfrazierphotography.com) in the next couple weeks, keep an eye out. Til next time... -Fraz.

Creative Fix

Sometimes living in cubicle-land can really get me down, stealing away my creative juices...

...but then I have to remind myself not to be confined by my surroundings.

iPhone:CameraBag

I've recently been heavily inspired by photographer Chase Jarvis for numerous reasons, but one thing he is well known for (aside from being a ridiculous photographer) is this statement, "The best camera you will ever have is the one you always have with you." For him (and I) he is referencing his iPhone. Well needless to say, I was inspired! So I actually paid for an app. on my iPhone (gasp!) and paid $2.99 for CameraBag. If you can scrounge $3 and you love snappin pics, DO IT! You won't regret it...10 different legit filters. So snap away, keep the creative juices flowing, and always use two hands ;)

Here's a couple pics I snapped in the car (right when I bought it!) on the way to Indiana...

Did I mention I took these through windows going 75 mph...? Love.It.

Rachel & Eli Lessing!

This past weekend I had the wonderful honor of shooting my friends Rachel & Eli's wedding at The Cool Springs House in Franklin, TN. You might remember them from their engagement photos that I did as well:

Well - they had a PHENOMENAL outdoor wedding, and just when the handy-dandy weatherman forecasted rain, the good Lord shone down upon them and parted the clouds. It was absolutely divine. Enjoy some takes from the day...

This wedding was one of a kind and couldn't have gone off without the combined efforts of Michelle at Spring Hill Weddings and Events, and Amie from Simply Exquisite Event Design.

Also can't forget to mention Bonnie from Belles Fleurs for the magnificent flowers, the delicious picnic-style feast put together by Merridee's and top notch cupcakes from Curious Gourmet.

Another epic day in the books - congrats guys!

Season's Harvest

This was my second advertising shoot for The Season's Harvest (a fresh market down in Cleveland, TN), and I felt so honored that they called me to come back once again! Here are some of the shots we got for their next promotional piece:

Thanks to Ad Solutions Group for contacting me once again - much appreciated!

Connor Benson

I should have seen it coming. Baby boy, six weeks old, no diaper, my comforter. Yup, he peed. But it's OK, cause the pictures turned out great! What's a little pee when you go home happy with the shots? His name is Connor, and he's awesome. Check him out -

Isn't he a righteous little dude? Cheers friends -

NEW WEBSITE!

What better way to kick off a new year than with a NEW WEBSITE?!

--> www.jonathanfrazierphotography.com <--

Check it out friends, would love to get some feedback! Here's a few screen shots for a little sneak peak :)

Happy New Year everyone!

CMA After Party

I was absolutely honored when Universal called me once again to come shoot an event for them. This time it was the CMA after party held downtown in the Suntrust building. It was an absolutely crazy night, with good fun had by all. Big props to my boys from G.I. Inc for putting together an AMAZING space. Here's a few takes from the night:

That's George Strait, Julianne Hough, and Shania Twain respectively. It was a big night for UMG - Shania's 'comeback appearance,' George won album AND single of the year, and Sugarland got vocal duo of the year. Great night, and great party!