Thank you so much for being here.

I’m Jack, a photographer, a nature lover, and someone who’s always been drawn to creating art from real life.

I grew up in Jupiter, Florida, where the ocean, the sky, and the wildness of the landscape shaped the way I see the world. Early on, a camera found its way into my hands and something clicked.
I realized it wasn’t about making things look perfect. It was about paying attention to how they felt.

After years of learning through trial and error, studying light, composition, timing, and connection, I turned that love for real beauty into what I do today: documenting weddings in a way that feels effortless, emotional, and timeless.

My approach is simple:

• Be a calming, steady presence.

• Create space for real moments to unfold naturally.

• Step in when needed to guide the light, the energy, or the scene without ever making you feel staged or rushed.

• Deliver photographs that capture not just how things looked but how it all felt.

Over the past 15 years, I’ve had the privilege to photograph hundreds of weddings across the U.S. and beyond.
Every couple, every story, every celebration has deepened what I believe:
The best moments aren’t manufactured.
They’re lived — and they deserve to be preserved with heart and with skill.

If you’re looking for someone who will see you, listen to you, and document your wedding day with honesty, artistry, and care. I’d be honored to be part of it.

[Connect with Me]
Instagram: @jackbatesphotography | @jackbatesweddings