A.J. Murray is a Vermont-based photographer who collaborates with individuals, nonprofits, and organizations on thoughtful photography projects focused on storytelling, community, and place. His work spans documentary, landscape, and educational photography throughout Vermont and New England.
Whether you’re a fellow artist, someone new to photography, or simply curious about the work, I believe photography is better when it’s shared.
I also write beginner-friendly guides for people learning photography, including a complete camera buying guide for first-time photographers.
If something here resonates, I’m always open to conversation.
About Me
I’m a Vermont-based photographer who collaborates with individuals, organizations, and community groups on thoughtful, story-driven photography projects. I’m drawn to moments that feel honest, grounded, and quietly meaningful—often found in everyday scenes rather than extraordinary ones.
My work centers on people, place, and the subtle connections that exist between them. Whether I’m documenting a community space, working alongside an organization, or creating personal work, I approach photography as a way of paying attention rather than performing for the camera.
I photograph with both digital (including drone) and film cameras, choosing each medium intentionally. Regardless of the tool, my approach remains the same: slow down, observe carefully, and create images that feel present rather than performative.
Philosophy & Approach
Photography, for me, is less about technical perfection and more about learning how to see. I’m drawn to natural light, simple compositions, and moments that reveal themselves when you give them time.
I believe strong photographs come from curiosity, patience, and trust in your own instincts—not from chasing trends or mastering every rule before you begin. This philosophy shapes both my personal work and the collaborative photography projects I take on with others.
Community & Teaching
Community plays an important role in my creative life. I’m an active member of Vermont’s local arts community and value shared creative spaces where artists, organizations, and individuals can learn from one another, exchange ideas, and grow together.
I’m involved with the Milton Artists’ Guild and regularly collaborate within community settings to support accessible, confidence-building photography projects. Teaching workshops and working one-on-one with others is a natural extension of my own practice—an opportunity to share what I’ve learned and help others develop their own creative voice through photography.