Jay Farrell Photography Nashville TN

09/08/2026

Just making a quick announcement that I’ve decided to retire from wedding photography after 19 years but the party is still going with head shots and lifestyle/proposal photography. Thank you for everything.

09/05/2026

I’m sorry for being relatively AWOL lately. I’m still active, still shooting, and definitely not sitting around with my camera collecting dust.

Lately, I made an important decision that had been weighing on me for quite a while: I’m retiring from wedding photography.

It’s truly been an honor to be the storyteller for the many couples who have trusted me with their wedding days over the past 19 years. Some have become friends or even family to me, and I’ve always been grateful for that. I never complained about the workload or the stress that came with the job.

Ultimately, it came down to something I could no longer ignore: the entitlement and interference from some family members and wedding parties, and the resulting friction in the creative process. Life is too short, and after 19 years, I’ve decided I no longer want to put myself in situations where my work or approach isn’t respected.

But I’m not retiring from photography.

I’m still offering proposal and lifestyle photography, along with professional headshots. And beyond that, I’ve gone exploring.

The party is still going.

07/23/2026

This was a rather eventful proposal this past weekend! She slipped off the curb and twisted her ankle, and I went and got EMTs to assist her. But the magic was still captured and the couple made it home safely

07/02/2026

Look who stopped in for an outdoor headshot!! Who's it gonna be next?

06/21/2026

I'm fairly sure I lost an office headshot gig to AI / virtual headshots. Most people know this option does not take the place of creative talent, but it reveals a different customer than what I am looking for. I don't want to be the old guy saying "get off my lawn" as AI could be a useful ally in society. Though, I do not think it is a suitable replacement for human creativity.

I am thankful to have reached the point in my career where I love working with my clients, but not every booking is needed if it doesn't fit. If an AI headshot is all someone's career is worth, so be it. I must believe my clients are still out there. Oh yeah! I am booking headshot sessions—hit me up, don't be shy. :D

06/06/2026

Been a good week for inquiries for proposals and wedding. I am also working on building a photography mentoring program for both intentional photography, and building an emerging photography business. I'm not one of those "earn six figures" or "hype coach" snake oil salespeople. Just a working photographer ready to work with others. Does this sound like a cool idea?

05/17/2026

I never understood why anyone would trust their professional image to an AI headshot, but some feel it's a good option. Let me break down different thoughts, and you decide what is right for you. :)

Why photography and professional headshots still matter- professional headshots in the age of AI do not diminish a photographer's value

05/02/2026

Just launched a promo on 1 on 1 photography mentoring. I am excited to get started!! This is not a ground up course option, but to help existing photographers be more intentional. Let me know what you think.

Now offering photography mentorships in Nashville!  Why Most Photographers Stay Stuck (And How to Move Forward)At a certain point, more photos Jay Farrell Photography

04/16/2026

Now offering intentional shooting mentorship for photographers! I can also do other technique / business end. More info here.

This Nashville photography mentoring program is designed to help photographers to be more intentional and focus on core criteria.

04/10/2026

I have been updating my site this week, a few color and design changes and portfolio updates. I know one block needs reformatting for mobile, I have a support ticket in. What ye think?

Jay Farrell is a Nashville documentary wedding photographer, also offering professional headshots .