Brian James

St. Petersburg, FL Fashion and Headshot Photographer, Brian James. @brianjamesphoto

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What gives an image impact? What makes someone stop and pay attention? Even with the absence of color, these images draw you in - all thanks to the balance of light, shadow, and style. When personal expression meets quality execution, the result is unforgettable. If you're building a brand - personal or professional - you deserve photography that commands attention. Our process here at the studio is intentional, collaborative, and tailored to you, from initial concept to final creation. Let’s bring your vision to life with artistry and purpose. We’re ready when you are.

-Brian James

Director of Photography at Brian James Gallery, St. Pete, FL.

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This is one of my favorite shots I've done for Bay Magazine (published by the Tampa Bay Times).

We had a dedicated team willing to be on set at the St. Pete Pier at 5am to make this happen. I wanted to feature the net sculpture by Janet Echelman and I feel the best way to see it is at night when it's illuminated. That pre-sunrise call time allowed us to get our "night shot" and then ease into the day for the rest of our editorial.

Thank you to Tina Jackson and Tim Creagan for your amazing styling and Monique Mclaughlin for the bold makeup that really pairs the clothes to the sculpture.

The making of this photo involved mixing flash and the lighting from the net into one frame and boom! Drama. The behind the scenes photo really tells the story:

Don't mind the boots. We knew this photo was waist up. :)

Thank you again to our wonderful team and to the St. Pete Pier for your hospitality.

Brian James

Brian James Gallery Photography

Portrait Studio & Gallery located downtown Saint Petersburg, Florida at 5th & Central.

10 5th ST N #210a St. Pete, FL 33701

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Behind the scenes at The Motor Enclave in Tampa, Florida. Fast cars and slow fashion photographed for Tampa Bay Times' Bay Magazine. Thank you to our wonderful team.

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The morning fog.

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Photographing actor Jonathan Stoddard in studio was a blast. Check out the IG (@ brianjamesphoto) for a little BTS video to get an idea of the fun.

Jonathan was in Florida shooting a film and we connected to make some new photos for his book. He came to my studio here in St. Pete with a few outfits and we put together some lighting and set ideas. The collaborative process between the two of us was a breeze, as Jonathan has also done a lot of photography work in his past. Sometimes I feel that helps having experience on both sides of the lens. It was cool to just vibe and make images that fit both of our styles. I believe we hit a solid mix of commercial meets fashion, and edgy meets approachable. Very happy with the results.

Thank you Jonathan for being as cool as you look.

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The faces of a paper. These individuals have created the tangible news for decades. Yesterday was their final print.

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The Tampa Bay Times has printed their final print at their St. Petersburg, FL location. The paper will continue to be printed (for now), but no longer by Times staff. 150 people have lost their jobs.

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The end of an era as Tampa Bay Times plant prints its final papers

For more than half a century, newspapers were produced at the St. Petersburg facility.

One of the most important stories I've ever photographed... ever. 

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Light Study.

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They’re always watching...

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Water.

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Today’s reading: @gq w/ @bottegaveneta

#brianjames #brianjamesphoto #fashionphotographer #florida #stpete

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Quarantine got me like...

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Northern Light.

Shot in Montreal with an amazing team. View more of my work at www.BrianJamesPhoto.com or on VSCO/SNAP/IG @brianjamesphoto

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Hangin' with @thefoxxyone today in the studio. #friends #dreamers #brownpaperbagmoney 💰✌️ (at Brian James Gallery Photography)

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In the #studio today with @benzmodels @orshi_living for #stpetersburg #boutique @shoptwig. Rockin' @nikonusa, @paulcbuffinc, and @tethertools #commercial #studiophotography #brianjamesphoto (at Brian James Gallery Photography)

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Liz. #tbt with the amazing @elizabethcturner | @lamodels | @guess girl. #Mua @vrokmua #hair @sydneywking #studiophotography #brianjamesphoto (at Brian James Gallery Photography)