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From Wedding Photographers To Artists - How Our 100 Set Project Changed Us
By Jada Parrish | Article | 04/25/22
Weddings ruled our life for 7 years. David and I started our wedding photography career in 2013 when a friend of a friend called us up in need of a wedding photographer and was wondering if we could help. I was 22 fresh out of college with a degree in photography and desperately searching for any job that I somewhat enjoyed and could pay my rent. This call was a godsend. And just like that, David ...
Photographers: Why Your Instagram Reels Aren’t Getting Views (And How to Fix It!)
By Jada Parrish | Article | 02/20/25
Spending a lot of time creating an Instagram reel only to have it flop feels awful. It can make you question your talent and wonder if your work is any good at all. But guess what? That’s not true! Getting fewer likes or engagement on a reel doesn’t mean your work isn’t good—it just means the reel didn’t do a good job capturing attention. In this post, I’m goin...
How to Grow Your Photography Instagram with Reel Hooks that Actually Work
By Jada Parrish | | 02/17/25
Instagram can sometimes feel like a crapshoot—like you have little to no control. And to a certain extent, that’s true. The algorithm is constantly changing, new features are popping up, and it’s hard to keep up. But the truth is, while you can’t control the algorithm, you can control your mindset—how you view social media and the community you want to build around y...
Comparing Four Prism Lens FX Filters: Halo, Lucid Dream, Moody, and Nostalgia
By Jada Parrish | Article | 02/14/25
David and I love in-camera effects of all kinds, from sets to lighting. So, I was really excited to try out some Prism Lens FX filters. They have so many cool options, and I’ve spent hours on their website, exploring all the different filters and being wowed by the effects. I believe in constantly pushing your creative boundaries and experimenting with new techniques in photography. That&rs...
Our Photos on at Imaging USA
By Jada Parrish | News | 02/07/25
There’s nothing more disappointing than spending hours color-correcting photos—making sure everything is balanced yet bold—only to have them printed and the colors come out dull, muted, and unsaturated. We’ve been through a lot of different printers over the years, and none of them did our photos justice…until we came across Bay Photo.      We neede...
The Boudoir Posing Routine Your Guide To Effortless Boudoir
By Jada Parrish | News | 02/06/25
Boudoir shoots can be easy and flow effortlessly. Imagine walking into every boudoir shoot with confidence, knowing that each pose will flow seamlessly into the next, creating endless variety. That’s why I developed a boudoir “routine”—a series of poses that flatter every body type and can be used by anyone for boudoir shoots. I photographed my first boudoir shoot in 2013...
In The Clouds Fashion Editorial
By Jada Parrish | Conceptual Photography | 02/05/25
This was a surreal, conceptual fashion editorial shoot, photographed against a cloud backdrop. The shoot showcases business casual looks inspired by early 70s spring wardrobes. We used a variety of lighting setups to highlight each of the three distinct looks. Photo sets don’t have to be over-the-top—sometimes a simple backdrop is all you need! We challenged ourselves to create surrea...
New Photoshoot Breakdown E-Magazine
By David Parrish | News | 02/05/25
We’ve been working on something really exciting behind the scenes, and we’re thrilled to share it with you. We’re launching a brand new e-magazine called "The Breakdown", and we plan to release it every two months. Here’s the concept: each issue will feature a deep dive into our favorite shoots. We’ll take you behind the scenes to break down the entire process—...
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Jada + David Parrish are mixed media artists whose work explores the connection between painting, sculpture, motion, and photography.