Hi! I'm Josh.


I am a professional photographer in Cleveland, Ohio who might as well also be a wedding coordinator. I've seen enough to know how to keep your day on track and make sure your wedding stays on schedule. I have a love for travel, and photograph a lot of weddings in the Midwest. Although weddings are my specialty, I am also well versed in the following types of photography:


  • Weddings & Elopements
  • Engagements & Anniversaries
  • Seniors
  • Kids
  • Families/Groups
  • Events
  • Business Portraits


Thanks to this crazy place called the internet, there are now a number of ways you can get ahold of me! Feel free to use the contact form or any of the other various methods below. I'm open to just about any project! Although I specialize in weddings, I love meeting new people and getting my camera out always keeping an open mind. Include as many details as you’d like when reaching out to me.


Of course thanks for stopping by:)

Josh


216-309-1773

candidcrowphoto@gmail.com

www.instagram.com/thecandidcrow

www.facebook.com/thecandidcrow



A little bit about me!

What do you do?

My passion is documentary wedding photography! I enjoy capturing organic and candid moments that speak to the heart of your event.

In fact, I absolutely love the art of photographing people in all kinds of situations and events, regardless of the context! Whether it's capturing the innocence of toddlers, the character of adults, the playfulness of kids, the companionship of pets, the intimacy of couples, or the vibrancy of events, I take pride in what I do. What truly makes my profession so fulfilling is the privilege of being part of countless moments of something real. It never feels like a job to me; rather, it feels like being a welcomed guest.

How did it start?

It all started for me over 20 years ago in 2004 when I picked up my first camera, an old analog SLR camera from the late ‘70s, while studying to become a film-maker and visual designer. Photography soon turned from a hobby into an obsession to learn everything there was about cameras. After several years, that obsession eventually led me to upgrade my equipment and try my hand at shooting a friend’s wedding. Needless to say, it could have gone better! But you live and learn, and here I am today. I started the Candid Crow Photography Company and to this day I’m pursuing my goal of working for myself, while doing what I love.

Why a crow?

I've always had a soft spot in my heart for crows! I love how graceful they fly but on the ground their hopping and running are comical. They are so much smarter than most people know. So many people think they are evil or a pest but in reality they have highly evolved social lives. I fell in love with them in the PNW, sharing a few lunches with them at Rialto Beach.

Do you have credentials?

Nope, just winging this and crossing my fingers every day. Kidding.

I have my LLC and carry liability insurance! You'd be surprised how many "professional" photographers don't! I also have my Part 107 Drone license.

Can you tell me anything more about you?

Who, me? I fall asleep every night reading (probably) fiction and waking up every morning to two cups of coffee and my 4-year old. My daughter is everything to me. Somehow I don’t have enough photos of her though. I listen to a lot of indie rock since the 90s are over, and try to keep my TV intake to a minimum. I’m also a firm believer in returning shopping carts and trying to avoid using plastic.

Oh, and I love shooting street photography when I have the chance, or just nature in general. I feel like that documentary approach trickles down into the way I shoot weddings. Hell, sometimes I even torment myself and shoot with a manual lens. Yup.

What kind of photography packages do you offer?

My all-day Perfect Photo Coverage is the top choice for couples, and for good reason. It’s made to capture ALL the important moments without adding complication. It includes all-day coverage (up to 10 hours), which is the perfect amount of time to document everything from the little things during preparation through the key events of your reception. There is no limit to the number of images you'll receive, including a natural blend of portraits, candid moments, and all the meaningful details that make your day uniquely yours.

If this package isn’t the right fit for you, I also offer other options—and every package can be customized to match your wedding day needs. I understand each wedding is different, including elopements, and that is why I'm open to hearing about yours! A la carte add-ons are also available to give you even more flexibility. Visit my "Investment" link above for more information.

As for families, engagements, and seniors, reach out to find out more!