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Perishable Constructs: Behind the Scenes of a Shoot That Wouldn’t Wait
Visual fragments from my latest photoshoot and the atmosphere around it, with materials, textures, and references that shaped the mindset...
Jesse Jacques
3 days ago3 min read
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Reverse-Engineering the Subconscious: A Behind-the-Scenes Reflection
Image created by me, Jesse Jacques, March 2025. Working at a high level means constantly refining execution, composition, and intent....
Jesse Jacques
Mar 175 min read
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Behind The Scenes | The Shape of What’s Missing
Some of the key elements from the photoshoot. 120 and large format film, Kodak Ektar and Portra 160, CineStill C-41 for development,...
Jesse Jacques
Mar 103 min read
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The Creative Depth Test: Does Your Work Hold Up Without the Gimmicks?
Satiric Dancer (1926) Kertész - Stylized, playful, aware, but not empty. It flirts with the aesthetic yet holds something real. Can your...
Jesse Jacques
Mar 37 min read
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Symbols, Stories, and the Art Beyond the Everyday: Behind The Scenes
This photograph of a Smith & Wesson revolver, created by me, Jesse Jacques , was captured on 8x10 large format film. By reimagining the...
Jesse Jacques
Jan 63 min read
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Breaking the Rules We Didn’t Know We Followed: Creativity Beyond Constructs
Constructs: The Rules We Follow Without Question What if I told you that much of what you believe, do, and value was made up by someone...
Jesse Jacques
Nov 25, 202411 min read
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BTS: Mastering the Frame – A Look Inside My Recent Large Format Shoot
Recently, I've been working on projects that need something a little different—a fresh look that doesn’t feel like it’s been done a...
Jesse Jacques
Nov 18, 20245 min read
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The Art of Visual Foreshadowing: How Subtle Cues Shape Perception and Anticipation
11/11💫 In today’s world, the emotional pulse online and off is like a rollercoaster, with many people feeling blindsided by the twists...
Jesse Jacques
Nov 11, 20245 min read
807 views

Is Anyone Really Being Sold? How Creative Influence Works in Today’s World
Everywhere you look online, someone is selling something. But are people actually being convinced? Or, have they already made up their...
Jesse Jacques
Nov 4, 20247 min read
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In the Bag: BTS on Tools, Film, and Creative Moves for the Months Ahead
Hey everyone! We’re getting close to that busy time of year—for photographers and everyone else—with the holidays just around the corner....
Jesse Jacques
Oct 28, 20244 min read
616 views

The Quiet Confidence of Good Taste: Finding Depth in a World of Creation
In this installment of the Mailbag Series , someone asked a question that got me thinking: "How do you recognize good taste when everyone...
Jesse Jacques
Oct 14, 20246 min read
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Unlocking the Multidimensional Mind: Creativity and the Shadows of Reality
Recently, I wrapped up a few longer, high-volume photoshoot projects over the weekend, and now, as I transition into brainstorming for...
Jesse Jacques
Oct 7, 20245 min read
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Behind the Scenes: Latest Projects, Mini Sessions, and 8x10 Portrait Work
As the seasons shift, I find myself in the familiar rhythm of preparing for both client work and personal projects—balancing my...
Jesse Jacques
Sep 30, 20244 min read
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Mailbag: The Future of Photography: Tools Change, Craft Endures
Welcome to another installment of the Mailbag series, where I answer questions from readers and dive into some of the most talked-about...
Jesse Jacques
Sep 23, 20245 min read
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BTS: The Art of Subtle Storytelling: Behind the Neon Grids and Geometric Rituals
Photograph created by me, Jesse Jacques, September 2024. Shot on Kodak Ektar 4x5 large format film. Last week, we took a deep dive into...
Jesse Jacques
Sep 2, 20245 min read
1,106 views


Behind the Scenes: The Creative and Technical Challenges of Our Latest Project
Taking a peek into our latest string of fall '24 projects, we began this shoot with a clear vision: to create a concept that seamlessly...
Jesse Jacques
Aug 26, 20243 min read
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The Interconnected World of Quality, Speed, and Cost: A Universal Balancing Act
In every project, product, or service, there's a familiar balancing act that plays out, one that businesses, creatives, and service...
Jesse Jacques
Aug 12, 20244 min read
639 views


Behind The Scenes: Cycles And Circles In photography
Around here, August naturally aligns with the theme of abundance and the cyclic nature of life. As the peak of summer starts to wind down...
Jesse Jacques
Aug 5, 20243 min read
891 views


BTS: Interwoven Realities: A Journey Through Abstract Biological Interplay
Pictured: Photograph created by me, Jesse Jacques, July 2024. Shot on 4x5 Large Format Film. The above image is part of a wave of new...
Jesse Jacques
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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Summer Studio BTS: Balancing Technical Precision and Creative Vision
Hi Everyone, Well, we're officially in the thick of summer, and yes, July is typically the hottest month of the year in many places....
Jesse Jacques
Jul 15, 20243 min read
554 views
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