John Branch IV Photography

10/31/2024

I never tire of this job! I had such a great time shooting with for an upcoming project. Showing off the power of the GFX system. 👌👌
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Planning:
Venue:
Florals: .morad
Suit:

10/23/2024

There’s something so refreshing about shooting with a wide lens! It lets you step back and really take in the whole scene, capturing not just the couple but the entire vibe around them. In this shot, the greenery wraps them up in such a natural, beautiful way—something you’d totally miss with a tighter lens. is a fun little reminder to pull back and see the bigger picture. Sometimes it’s those wide, sweeping shots that tell the best stories!
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- Venue
- Property Manager
- Model
- Cake
- Cupcakes
- Videography
- Florals

10/21/2024

CONGRATS to Sarah & Mark!!
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These two tied the knot at The Cookery in Durham, NC, and let’s say, it was a laughter-filled, fun-packed day from start to finish! From goofy dance moves to belly laughs during the vows, they kept everyone smiling and celebrating their love in the best way possible.
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Wishing you both a lifetime of joy, endless laughter, and ALL the happy, silly moments that make life amazing!
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10/21/2024

A happy bride is a stress free bride! Here are 3 tips to help ensure your wedding day is all about joy and love. ❤️
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1. Start your day with calm - Set aside time in the morning to relax, take a deep breath and put on your favorite music. Having a playlist of your favorite tunes that keep you present and calm can really keep your emotions in check.
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2. Let got of perfection - This can be hard since it’s a one time, special event but things may not go exactly as planned and that’s ok! Focus on the love surrounding you rather than the little details. Your family you haven’t seen in years, your close friends, and marrying your best friend!
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3. Sneak away with your partner - Take a few quiet moments alone with your new spouse during the day to soak it all in. And as a hot tip WRITE THIS MOMENT IN YOUR TIMELINE. That way the photographer and planner know to let you have your moment in private and to tell other guests/vendors to leave you two to bask in the moment.
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4. Plan ahead, but stay flexible- You can’t control every detail and that’s ok! Trust your vendors and wedding planner to handle the unexpected while you enjoy the moment. 😊😊
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With these tips you will have an amazing stress free wedding day filled with amazing memories.
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10/14/2024

I’m Honored to be part of the launch of the new XF16-55 f/2.8 II. This lens left me EXTREMELY impressed with its size, weight, and sharpness! Add to that the de-clickable aperture ring, and you have the perfect addition to any kit.

10/10/2024

There’s something incredibly special about the quiet moments before the big day begins. Capturing people in their natural element, surrounded by the calm before the celebration, brings out the true beauty of a wedding day. It’s these intimate, unposed moments that tell the most meaningful stories. 🖤✨

09/12/2024

Beautiful details and ceremonies bring me so much joy. Honestly I’m at a loss for words. Which image is your favorite?

07/16/2024

The GFX 100 II bringing amazing resolution and crispness to these bridal photos at Haven Farm

05/09/2024

Congrats to Lorena & Tom and their upcoming wedding!! We had a SUPER fun engagement session starting at and ended roaming Downtown Durham with a quick drink at . They look so good together!! 😍😍😍

05/02/2024

Finishing up the majority of my conferences for the year and I just have to say I’m grateful to be able to share my knowledge with other photographers. I had the honor of having the opening keynote for this year as well as speaking at , , and . My heart is full and I hope to continue to bring value to everyone online and in person.

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04/26/2024

Showing off the power of the GFX 100 II while teaching about getting video BTS for your business. It was a great time at the .
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Model:
Dress: .events
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04/25/2024

What an amazingly beautiful wedding at my hands down favorite venue the . Honestly I have no words for how beautiful this wedding was and I want to wish Chantel & James a long life of love and marriage. ❤️❤️
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What was your favorite frame from this preview? Which ones were shot on a GFX?

04/11/2024

I was doing some spring cleaning in my office and found an old external hard drive. It had all of the RAW files from my very first-ever wedding!! So I decided to go back and edit some photos using my current editing workflow using the . It’s hard to believe I got this shot from my first wedding.

03/23/2024

Congrats to Jacqueline & Timo celebrating love and tying the knot at the beautiful ! Here’s a little sneak peek of their day. ❤️❤️
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Planning
Video
Flowers
Officiant
Makeup
DJ

03/20/2024

The weather’s getting nice. Blossoms are starting to bloom. It can only mean one thing...​​​​​​​​
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ENGAGEMENT & WEDDING SEASONS STARTING!​​​​​​​​
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Who’s excited for their upcoming wedding or engagement session? Who still needs a photographer? I’m excited to be a part of so many celebrations this year! ❤️❤️

03/06/2024

02/06/2024

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and with all of this cold weather, it’s a perfect time to cuddle up with that special someone.

01/09/2024

A beautiful start to 2024 with this stunning couple portrait session at my FAVORITE location in Raleigh. If you haven’t checked out the it’s a MUST SEE location in Raleigh.