Jennifer Carr Photography

My first full year of shooting film since the Millennium. 🎞️

Moments of Wonder on Film: A 2025 Retrospective — Jennifer Carr A look back at a year spent photographing with film.

Visual Pauses is a collection of photographs dedicated to the art of being present. Each pause acts as a short, intentional photo essay that relies on visual storytelling with minimal words. The project encourages mindful photography—finding focus and beauty in a series of frames. I invite you to pause and simply see.

Visual Pauses: Outer Banks Light and Lines on the Polaroid I-2 — Jennifer Carr An observation of light and lines on North Carolina's Outer Banks using the Polaroid I-2

The Quiet Before the Roar: Scouting for the King Tide at Cape Disappointment

In photography, we often focus on the peak of the action, but sometimes the most meaningful moments are found in the quiet anticipation. This post is a reflection on the evening before the big King Tide event. We took a deliberate trip to scout locations, beginning with a visit to the charming North Head Lighthouse, followed by a stop at Waikiki Beach.

Click below to read about the scouting experience and see the photos of the quiet cove at dusk!

www.jennifercarrphotography.com/blog/scouting-cape-disappointment-king-tide-wa

Sea mist clung to the morning air, offering everything a fog like glow. The scene felt like a collection of stories woven together—the fisherman’s silhouette, the rain falling from dramatic offshore clouds, and the sky itself, filling with color.

The Orange Blossom Bakery is a favorite stop during The Saltwater Retreat. Looking back on the photos taken during a rainy day during the 2017 retreat, it's amazing to see how much this charming little bakery has changed over the years. View the story of how we told "the story of a place" on the blog.

https://www.jennifercarrphotography.com/blog/photography-orange-blossom-bakery-buxton-nc

New blog post is live! ✨ Get a peek into my second week in Costa Rica, where I went from the cool, misty mountains to the sunny Pacific Coast. This part of the trip was filled with incredible wildlife sightings, beautiful sunsets, and, of course, a little surfing.

Check it out on the blog and let me know what you think! 🐒🌊

From Cloud Forest to Coast: My Second Week in Costa Rica — Jennifer Carr Discover the best of Costa Rica in week two! Join us as we explore the misty mountains near San José and ride the waves in the sleepy surf town of Playa Grande. See incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes.

If sunrise is about quiet beginnings, sunset is about gentle endings. The light lingers, colors soften across the water, and even the simplest scene can feel timeless.

In this second post of my Sunrise & Sunset Photography Series, I’m sharing my best tips for photographing sunsets over water—from scouting the perfect foreground to making the most of reflections and color. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your technique, these ideas will help you capture the beauty of the day’s final light.

What’s your favorite—sunrise or sunset?

Read the full post here:

Mastering Sunsets Over Water: Tips for Incredible Photographs — Jennifer Carr Capture stunning sunsets over water with tips on reflections, silhouettes, camera settings, and composition for breathtaking ocean, lake, or river photos.

I came to chase waves, but I left with something more: a newfound confidence in myself and a rhythm I hope to carry with me to the beaches at home. My surf camp experience at Longboard House was about more than just the waves. It was about finding a rhythm that balanced challenge and peace, both in and out of the water.

Read all about the experience and see more photos on my blog!

https://www.jennifercarrphotography.com/blog/surf-with-amigas-longboard-house-costa-rica

Because sometimes, photography isn't about chasing perfection—it's about capturing the wonder of simply being there.

Costa Rica on Film: Kodak Gold 200 with the Minolta Weathermatic — Jennifer Carr Film photography in Costa Rica on Kodak Gold 200 with the Minolta Weathermatic—surf, sunsets, and tropical life captured in warm, nostalgic tones.

Ever wondered how to capture the breathtaking beauty of a beach sunrise? Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, my latest blog post has you covered.

How to Photograph Sunrise at the Beach for Beginner to Advanced Photographers — Jennifer Carr Learn how to capture stunning beach sunrises with tips on planning, reflections, camera settings, and composition for breathtaking coastal images.

🎞️ Spring in the PNW on medium format 🌲📷 My May roll of film for the project was a bust. Rather than missing a month, I'm sharing scans I got back during the month of May, even though these were shot during April. Make your own rules, right?! See the images on the blog:

12 Months on Film: May — PNW Springs, a Busted Roll & Medium Format Beauty — Jennifer Carr Explore stunning PNW spring landscapes on medium format film. Read my May '12 Months on Film' update, including a surprising twist with a failed roll.

Tag along on an unforgettable 2-week via ferrata adventure through Italy's stunning Brenta and Rosengarten Dolomites. See our stories & incredible photos from the mountain paths and rifugios!

Via Ferrata Adventures: On the Trail in the Brenta and Rosengarten Dolomites — Jennifer Carr Tag along on an unforgettable 2-week via ferrata adventure through Italy's stunning Brenta and Rosengarten Dolomites. See our stories & incredible photos from the mountain paths and rifugios!