John Branch IV Photography

08/10/2026

https://www.jbivphotography.com/education-blog/can-ai-improve-your-wedding-photography-workflow

AI does not have to replace photographers. This blog explores how wedding photographers can use AI tools for culling, editing, cleanup, and gallery searches while still keeping creative control.

08/06/2026

Being in front of the camera can be a little awkward. Here are some tips to help you look natural in your photos.

Feel awkward in front of the camera? Learn how to look natural in your wedding photos and feel more relaxed on the day

07/24/2026

It’s the laughs, the stories, the random moments, all of it.

But getting to photograph a couple from their engagement session to their wedding day, in the same spot, is always something special.

Call me biased, but Heights House Hotel has a way of making those full-circle moments feel pretty dang good.

07/20/2026

Wedding mornings are full of anticipation and a little planning can make your getting ready photos feel so much smoother.

A few things that make it easier:
1️⃣ Have your details ready before your photographer arrives.
2️⃣ Keep the room as clean as possible near the best light.
3️⃣ Give yourself more time than you think you need.
5️⃣ Eat something. Seriously.
6️⃣ Let the morning breathe a little.

The getting ready portion is such a big part of your wedding photography timeline. A calmer morning means a better start to the day.



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07/08/2026

Bringing back because it’s been way too long.

Close-ups are great and all but sometimes you need to let the whole scene show off a little. 📷

07/04/2026

Wedding celebrations are already pretty hard to beat. You’ve got the people you love, the music, the food, the dancing, and two people making it official after everything it took to get there.

So for all the couples celebrating their first 4th of July together as husband and wife, this one’s for you.

Hope today feels easy, fun, and full of the good stuff.

Happy 4th! 📷🎇

07/01/2026

One thing I’ve learned after photographing a lot of weddings: People relax a lot faster when they know what’s happening.

So before group photos, I usually take a second to explain the plan, make a joke or two, and get everyone on the same page.

It sounds small, but it changes the whole energy. 📷

06/25/2026

Candid photos are not just random photos. They’re the moments that make the day feel real.

06/22/2026

A Beautiful morning to all the engaged couples counting down the days. 💍

This is your reminder to slow down for a second today.
Check one thing off the list.
Ask for help if you need it.
And enjoy the little moments leading up to your date.

06/17/2026

Choosing your photographer isn’t just a matter of who takes the photos — It’s choosing the style, the feel, and the way you’ll remember the day.

Before you book, make sure the photos don’t just look beautiful. Make sure they feel like you. 📷



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