Johnny Crawford Photography
About
Johnny Crawford is a visual storyteller and educator based in Atlanta, Georgia, who has documented the human spirit in 45 states and four continents for 36 years.
Johnny specializes in candid photographs that are inspiring and historical. His photojournalism approach to photography helps him produce excellent pictures out of routine subjects or situations. He has a passion for education stories, sports stories, and projects highlighting corporate responsibility. Johnny was a staff photographer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) for over 28 years. During his tenure at the AJC, he photographed the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China, 2004 G8 Summit of World Leaders, 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, GA; 1994 Winter Olympic Games in Lillehammer, Norway, and five U.S. Presidents.
I enjoy capturing the emotions of my subjects and making remarkable action and reaction photographs.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) Make contact through email
2) Follow up with a phone call
3) Ask the client to email me the assignment in an email
4) Email the client a contract with the email
5) Complete the assignment and send the photographs via Dropbox or Google Photos. I can send them in a flash drive if requested.
6) Contact the client about images transmitted
7) Receive payment via Cash APT or check within 2 days of sending the images.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Masters Degree in Photography from Ohio University and 28 years as a staff photographer covering events all over the world.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
My price start at $175 an hour for editorial photography and up to $300 an hour for commercial plus expenses.
How did you get started in this business?
I started as a staff photographer at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. I was a beat photographer for education, sports, and politics. I have photographed stories all over the world.
What types of customers have you worked with?
My clients include AARP, Time Magazine, The National Urban League, Florida A&M University, Marshall University, Morehouse College, Emory University, Atlanta Archdiosists, Conference USA, and the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Agnes Scott College.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I specialize in photographing education events and religious events.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
I am a photojournalist that specializes in candid photographs. If you are looking to hire someone that takes only staged photos, I am NOT your guy.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Clients need to know their event and what photographs are possible. It is essential to have a shot list and the names of special speakers need for the event to avoid confusion. I like taking directions from one person, not from three or four people.