https://savannasturkie.com/portfolio
My biggest creative inspiration is Savannah Sturkie. I have admired her work for several years and her style is the closest to what I would like to be doing in a few years. Her portfolio is fairly limited on her website, only posting images from 6 elopement shoots despite it being her full-time job. She posts almost all of the photos from the shoots as a way to show clients what they can expect to receive from her which I found to be quite smart. She has the photos arranged in 2 rows but with different sizes. It is a very journalistic approach to the posting of her photos.
I found that ChatGPT responded with exactly what was included in Sturkie’s portfolio. The response drew from many sources within this niche photographic career and made a great list for portfolio building that I will definitely be using going forward to build mine. However, when asked to give links to other portfolios, it provided me with broken links and none of them worked so I had to ask separately for portfolios that worked. Many of the photographers were from larger “adventure wedding” companies but I was able to find some cool new inspirations to look at. I also encountered an error from Chatgpt where after my initial 2 searches it was unable to provide me with links at all for portfolios to look at, claiming it didn’t have access to internet search. I think I will need to work on wording in the future to get around this type of response from the bot.
I asked ChatGPT:
I want to work as a freelance photojournalist elopement photographer. Write a brief synopsis of what my portfolio should include. Include links to example portfolios in this field.
Response:
Your portfolio as a freelance photojournalist elopement photographer should provide a concise yet compelling overview of your skills, style, and storytelling abilities. Here’s a brief synopsis of what your portfolio should include, along with some example portfolios in this field:
- Introduction: Begin with a captivating introduction that briefly explains your approach to elopement photography. Highlight your passion for capturing intimate moments and authentic emotions.
- Diverse Elopement Stories: Showcase a variety of elopement stories from different locations, cultures, and themes. This diversity demonstrates your ability to adapt and excel in various settings.
- Candid Moments: Highlight your talent for capturing genuine, unscripted moments that reflect the couple’s emotions and the essence of their elopement.
- Stunning Landscapes: Showcase your ability to incorporate scenic landscapes into your elopement narratives. Feature images that emphasize the natural beauty of the chosen locations.
- Detail Shots: Include close-ups of meaningful details such as rings, flowers, vows, and decorations. These shots add depth and context to the elopement story.
- Portraits: Display well-composed and emotionally resonant portraits of the couples. These images should capture the unique connection and personalities of each couple.
- Storytelling Sequences: Include sequences of photos that tell a compelling story of the elopement day, from the preparations to the ceremony and celebrations.
- Varied Lighting Mastery: Demonstrate your ability to work in different lighting conditions, from bright outdoor settings to dimly lit indoor venues.
- Editing Style: Showcase your consistent editing style that aligns with your creative vision. Highlight how your post-processing enhances the mood and emotions in your photos.
- Client Testimonials: If available, incorporate client testimonials or reviews alongside relevant photos to build trust and credibility.
- Contact Information: Ensure that your contact information is easily accessible for potential clients interested in hiring your services.
- Website Presentation: Present your portfolio on a user-friendly website that reflects your professionalism and attention to detail. An intuitive interface will enhance the viewer’s experience.
Remember that your portfolio should not only showcase your work but also tell a compelling story about each elopement you’ve captured. Make sure to update it regularly with your best and most recent work to engage potential clients effectively.
I asked: Make a short list of portfolios of Elopement photographers that mention photojournalism on their website.
Response:
Certainly! Here’s a short list of elopement photographers who mention photojournalism on their websites:
- Chris Glenn Photography
- Website: Chris Glenn Photography
- Chris Glenn emphasizes a photojournalistic approach to elopement photography, capturing genuine moments and emotions in beautiful settings.
- Adventure Instead
- Website: Adventure Instead
- Adventure Instead specializes in adventurous elopements and mentions their photojournalistic style of storytelling through candid moments and unique locations.
- The Hearnes Adventure Photography
- Website: The Hearnes Adventure Photography
- Abbi and Callen Hearne describe their elopement photography as a blend of photojournalism and adventure, focusing on natural emotions and stunning landscapes.
- Tyler Rye Photography
- Website: Tyler Rye Photography
- Tyler Rye’s elopement photography portfolio emphasizes storytelling and photojournalism, capturing the essence of each couple’s unique journey.
- The Foxes Photography
- Website: The Foxes Photography
- The Foxes Photography mentions their approach as “storytelling through photojournalism,” highlighting their dedication to candid and authentic elopement photography.
These photographers incorporate a photojournalistic style into their elopement photography, focusing on storytelling and capturing genuine moments to create memorable narratives for couples. Be sure to explore their portfolios to see their work and get a better sense of their unique styles.