Visual Storytelling

Julia
Reed

Photography  ·  Film  ·  Color Grading

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Photography

Stills across portraiture, travel, night, action, and documentary.

Night & Urban

Night & Neon

Low-light, neon, and urban exploration across the Bay Area and New Orleans.

This series explores light, shadow, and stillness after dark, capturing moments shaped by artificial light and quiet surroundings. Working at night allowed for greater attention to contrast, reflection, and atmosphere, emphasizing how environment and lighting transform familiar spaces.

Portraits

Travel & Place

Travel & Architecture

New Orleans, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and the California coast.

Action & Lifestyle

Studio & Still Life

Studio & Still Life

Long-exposure light painting with vintage cameras and radio.

Commercial

Retail

Interior photography for a boutique retail client.

Automotive

Interior and exterior photography for an automotive service client.

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Film & Color Grading

Short-form video work shot and edited on Sony A7IV. Color graded in DaVinci Resolve Studio.

Santa Barbara CoastSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
DriveSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
Quiet MomentsSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
Into the FieldSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
FieldsSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
Fields IISony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve · Alternate Grade
Open RoadSony A7IV · DaVinci Resolve
Coming of Age Series

This series leans into a more experimental, personal approach, exploring mood and atmosphere through varied lighting and color. Each clip was an opportunity to test different tones and textures, capturing fleeting, in-between moments that feel both spontaneous and intentional.

Recent Projects

This project is a short performance-based video that explores the relationship between sound, space, and visual composition. From initial setup to final execution, every element from camera placement and lighting to audio balance and environmental settings was intentionally designed to support the performance. The piece reflects both technical precision and creative collaboration, emphasizing how production choices shape the emotional impact of music on screen.

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Event & Documentary

Graduation ceremonies, community events, and candid documentary coverage.

Graduation Coverage

Tulane University & UC San Diego commencement.

Community Events

Sustainable San Mateo County — corporate and nonprofit event photography.

Sustainable San Mateo Event

This project documents a community event centered on sustainability and local environmental initiatives. Shooting in natural daylight called for a different approach, capturing genuine interaction and movement while staying attentive to candid, unscripted moments. The work reflects an effort to portray purpose and community alongside the visual energy of the event itself.

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About

I'm a visual storyteller specializing in photography, filmmaking, and color grading. My work spans landscapes, portraits, automotive, travel, and commercial content, with a focus on creating cinematic, intentional imagery.

Whether it's capturing a single moment or developing a complete visual narrative, I adapt my approach to each project and collaborate closely to bring every creative vision to life. I'm always open to new opportunities and enjoy working across a wide range of industries and creative disciplines.

Based in San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles, California.

Sony A7IV DaVinci Resolve Studio Adobe Lightroom Color Grading Event Photography
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