About Grey
Grey is a southeast U.S. based photographer who specializes in analog film mediums. Her work is known for its tenderness and warmth. She currently calls Nashville home, where she is pursuing a Master of Divinity to study photography and chaplaincy as parallel instruments for empathy, care and presence. When she is not behind a camera or working on her degree, she spends her time playing with her rescue puppy, hosting loved ones at her dinner table, reading & writing, sitting in the sun, and trying her hand at growing herbs.
Grey has been documenting her life through photography for as long as she can remember. The evolution of her work has resulted in a 7+ year career of portrait, wedding and fine art photography that she is elated to continue nurturing. She has received critical acclaim for her work as a selected attendee of the 2023 Chico Portfolio Review, and she would be delighted to work with you.
Art critic John Berger once wrote that “what makes photography is a strange invention is that its primary raw materials are light and time.” This day, this hour, this moment, this 1/125th of a second— this is all we have. I believe that whatever unfolds naturally in these moments is what is worth documenting, even and especially when it is messy or imperfect. Rather than relying on posing and direction, I make photographs through observation and presence. I invite my subjects to experience this moment as it is, as they are. I think this kind of presence is the most beautiful setting for any subject.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
As a photographer, much of what I believe about people and how I see the world becomes incarnate in the photographs I make. I believe that people are endlessly interesting and that the world is ultimately, deeply good.
My photographs are ultimately made from a place of love. For this moment, for this life, for what it is to be human. It is not lost on me that photographs are one of the most significant artifacts we have left of days, moments and people after they are gone. With this in mind I strive to make photographs that feel true, not just photographs that are honest. Always keeping an eye out for the unexpected, for magic and for the imperfect. Interludes and crescendos. The essence of this moment.
My process is rooted in analog photography because of film’s tendency to encourage slower, more attentive looking. I believe that the best portraits are made when I tap into the love and care I have for each of my subjects. Mary Oliver said it best: to pay attention— this is our endless and proper work.
I. portrait Commissions
For individuals, couples and families in Nashville, Tennessee— for the milestones & for the everyday. Relaxed and real.
These sessions can take place in your home, outside, in a studio, or in another location that is meaningful to you with a focus on documenting rhythms and rituals of your everyday. My goal is to create photographs that feel lived-in and true.
Portrait sessions generally average $800 and are shot primarily on film mediums, with digital photography incorporated based on the needs of each project. Film-only sessions available if desired.
Services & pricing
II. Creative Commissions
For larger, more conceptual or creative photography commissions — a more expansive offering for projects that feel a bit bigger than just a portrait session
Creative & conceptual commissions generally require multiple days of work/shooting, more planning, and more time spent in post working on editing, sequencing, and printmaking. Creative & conceptual commissions begin at $1,600 but are priced on a custom basis depending on size & scope of work.
III. wedding Commissions
Documenting life & people at weddings with love and sincerity. I am a quiet, gentle presence on wedding days— think of me as just another one of your guests who has a bunch of cool cameras around her neck.
No posing or prompting, just presence.
My clients typically invest an average of $7k-$10k in the documentation of their wedding, pending coverage specifics and travel. Elopements and small gatherings typically range between $2k-$5k.
IV. Brands & Commercial
Please inquire for rates.
Branding, commercial projects, and long term collaborations are priced on a custom basis depending on size & scope of work.
“Do stuff — be clenched, curious — not waiting for inspiration’s shrug or society’s kiss on the forehead. Pay attention. It’s all about paying attention. Attention is vitality. It connects you with others; it makes you eager. Stay eager.”
Susan Sontag
“Grey is deeply committed to providing such a personalized, intentional experience that captures the beauty of each person. She commits herself to knowing you as a whole person before she picks up the camera and that makes all the difference. Grey cares about the relational aspect of art and that is precisely why she is an outstanding photographer and human. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for a photographer who brings out the best in you in every shot. My wife and I are so incredibly pleased with our wedding photographs and the relationship we have formed with her!” Mattie & Brennan
“Grey is a storyteller. She captures you—not the idea of you, not even the facade that we sometimes are tempted to put up—she captures the story of the soul in front of her. She captures people in all their glory. She reminds us of how good we are in the art she creates. Grey doesn't just take pictures, she tells stories — she has immortalized our family in pictures that we will treasure for years to come. Not to mention she makes people feel so comfortable, so at home in her photography." Abby & Taylor
"Grey is so easy to work with and is seriously SO sweet! She took the time to really figure out what moments we wanted to capture on our big day and was incredibly organized. She took the time to make a personalized vision board on Pinterest so before our wedding day I knew we were both on the same page. Grey worked on our schedule and was so flexible. I feel like when you get married you’ve got a billion things you have to think about and I was so scared I’d LOOK frazzled on my wedding day, but Grey was amazing and I felt like I didn’t have to worry about making certain photos happen. She took care of everything and did an AMAZING job capturing Cody and I and our relationship which was my top priority! She’s so sweet and was great to work with. She takes her business seriously and does great work!" Kayla & Cody