Photography rooted in presence, story, and connection.

I’m A.J. Murray, a Vermont-based photographer drawn to moments that feel honest, grounded, and quietly meaningful. My work centers on people and place—approached with intention, curiosity, and care.

Whether I’m working in digital or film, I’m less interested in spectacle and more interested in presence. I believe photography is at its strongest when it slows us down, helps us notice, and creates space for connection.

Selected Work

A maple sap bucket attached to a maple tree with a spout, during winter with blurred snow-covered background.
Close-up of the front of an old blue Chevy Pickup with a Vermont license plate, showing signs of age and rust.
An aerial view of Burlington, Vermont and Lake Champlain to the right, a train station with train tracks and trains in the foreground, and a cityscape extending into the distance with scattered clouds overhead.
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A covered wooden bridge over a stream in a snowy, wooded landscape, with trees and snow-covered ground surrounding it.
A small waterfall cascading down black rocks into a pool in a forested area surrounded by green trees and moss-covered rocks.
An old, weathered barn with a metal roof and a silo in a rural field, under a cloudy sky with autumn foliage in the background.
A small white boat named 'Windy' docked at a harbor, with a red wooden building decorated with Christmas wreath and stockings nearby. Multiple houses and buildings are visible in the background.
A dimly lit living room with a dark sofa against the wall and a window letting in natural light; a red blanket is on the sofa, and a picture frame hangs on the wall.
Flooded dam releasing turbulent water, with surrounding roads, cars, trees, and a building.

I believe strong photographs come from slowing down, paying attention, and trusting your instincts. I’m less interested in perfection and more interested in presence—creating images that feel natural, considered, and lasting.

Whether photographing people or places, my approach stays the same: work quietly, observe carefully, and let moments reveal themselves rather than forcing them.

Work With Me

Alongside my personal work, I collaborate with individuals, organizations, and creative partners on thoughtful photography projects. I also enjoy teaching workshops and working one-on-one with those who want to build confidence, slow down, and deepen their connection to photography.

If you’re curious about working together — whether on a project or through learning — I’m always open to a conversation.

Work With Me