Morgan Downs

I’m Morgan Downs, a New Jersey-based wedding photographer specializing in capturing life’s most sentimental milestones. Having photographed more than 25 proposals in just the past couple of years, I’ve developed a unique workflow to ensure every client’s vision is captured perfectly. This educational resource is designed for both aspiring photographers and couples taking the next step in their relationship.

Shooting 120 film in the Mamiya C220 for the first time.

A wedding photographer's review of AP Rooftop

Photo journal documenting January 2025

With the first snowfall of 2025 along the Jersey coastline, my good friend Brian and I planned to take portraits to promote his band, The Black Ties. It was a cold January day (as most January days in New Jersey are), but with a loose plan we set off. On our way to Ocean Grove for the first anticipated location we stopped along the Bradley Beach boardwalk to capitalize on the uncommon occasion of a snow covered beach. Typically when we do get snow at the beach it doesn't act

From a wedding photographer’s perspective The English Manor is an excellent wedding venue for every reason worth mentioning. Before I get into the details of the photography-aspect portion of my review I want to say that the staff consists of the friendliest, welcoming people who genuinely care about their guests’ experience. For the purpose of photos The English Manor offers an abundant number of beautiful locations right on site. The front entrance and adjacent club house

As a wedding photographer I have had the pleasure of exploring plenty of hotels, venues, etc... and Hotel LBI sits high on my list of favorite locations. Approaching this review from the perspective of a photographer there are a number of factors that I look for which will make my day easier in combination with providing the ideal photo/service conditions for the bride, groom, & guests. Hotel LBI checks all the boxes. The rooms make for excellent prep locations with gorgeous

This blog post explores the process of shaping surfboards, documented using digital & 35mm film cameras.

Desperate to escape my quarantine for a moment, I decided to go explore a local "park". A friend of mine, Kyle, joined. He was shooting...

I spent spring break in Breckenridge Colorado with family & friends for the last week of February. The first couple days of the trip were...