ISP Photography
john c. murray
Portrait & Event Photographer
Feeling, Framing, and Color.
Events
My photographic eye comes from a love of people, texture, and storytelling. I prefer capturing moments with unposed and authentic scenes in high-contrast lighting. My tools and techniques allow me to avoid the artificial created by bright flash and practiced smiles. Engagement and cheerful realism is my goal.
Relaxed and imperfect
Portraits
I prefer handheld shooting and to use ambient light indoors, spotlights in studio, and El Paso’s frequently sunny skies to capture the extreme light and shadow common in the southwest. I aim for warm tones indoors and often incorporate nature to include texture to soften framing.
Latest Posts
From My Journal
Project updates, travel experiences, photowalks, random nature macros, and unscientifc gear reviews.
Wandering the streets of Central El Paso
I had a reason to walk in early summer sun and decided to take my…
Nikon Z 40mm f2
Do a quick search and you will find nearly 100% positive reviews for this inexpensive…
Anti-reality
What you see here is an example of the Lensbaby blurry, medicated, dreamy (nightmare?) imagery…
ISP Photography - El Paso, Texas
- Casual Event Shooting
- Unposed positive realism in authentic settings
- Showing people candid and engaged with the event
- Utilizing street photography techniques
- Informal Portraits: Outdoor and Studio
- Capturing real expressions
- Studio play with light, projections, and lenses
- Minimal software editing