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Photographers

Explore the First Coast through the lens of its most talented photographers, capturing the beauty and spirit of Jacksonville in every frame. Our Photographers spotlight illuminates the visionaries behind the camera, showcasing their unique perspectives, from stunning landscapes and cityscapes to intimate portraits that reveal the heart of our community.

Photographers

Explore the First Coast through the lens of its most talented photographers, capturing the beauty and spirit of Jacksonville in every frame. Our Photographers spotlight illuminates the visionaries behind the camera, showcasing their unique perspectives, from stunning landscapes and cityscapes to intimate portraits that reveal the heart of our community.

Featured Artist Steve Cardano

My art is inspired by what I observe in my travels. Usually it’s a result of being around the ocean. Often times it’s recorded as a photo or sometimes used as a subject of a painting.

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Meet Photographer Robert Dunn

Coastal Visions Quick IntroI have lived on North Beach for over 30 years. I spend my time surfing, adventure motorcycle riding, and capturing images of the local area. Thanks Robert for your time. So what part of First Coast do

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Photographer William McGee

A Dreamscapes Travelogue (or) A Travelogue For Dreamscapes Quick Introduction. Tell us a little about yourself … My first name is William, but I have chosen the moniker “Edison” William to represent both my visual and musical endeavors, as I

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Photographer John Fountain

What part of First Coast do you reside now and how long have you lived there? I currently live in the west Intracoastal area of Jacksonville. This has been my home for most of my life Why did you get

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Photographer Razvan Balotescu

Say Hello to Raz, One of the First Coast’s Premier Photographers …
Born and raised in Romania, at 24 I made my big move to the United States to start my career as a family physician. As a doctor

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Photographer John Tesh

How long have you lived on the First Coast?Moved from North Carolina to Jax Beach 4 1/2 years ago. What part of First Coast do you reside in now?S Jax Beach What is your favorite part of the First Coast

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Photographer John Merriam

Tell Us a Little About Yourself:I’ve spent nearly 50 years on the radio from LA to Denver, Dallas, Detroit and NE Florida of course. Always loved Photography and when digital hit around 2000, I was completely hooked and really got

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Photographer Layla Neal

How long have you lived at the First Coast? I moved here in 2017 from Spain. Lived in Spain briefly whilst waiting for my visa to be approved, prior to this I lived in Qatar from 2008 to 2016. I

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Photographer Saul Freiden

How long have you lived at the First Coast?Lifelong Jacksonville native; Neptune Beach ’79-’87 and Atlantic Beach ’87- present. What part of First Coast do you reside now?Atlantic Beach What is your favorite part of the First Coast to photograph?Hanna

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Photographer Mark Krancer

Meet Mark Krancer – A Fantastic Photographer With a Wonderful Story January 14 2025 Update Since this interview, so much has happened! Fortunately, I am still blessed to continue doing what I love. My photography business just celebrated 8 years,

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Photographer Jimmie Stone

Full Name Jimmie Stone How long have you lived at the First Coast? We first moved to Amelia Island, Florida in 2001-2004 as part of a military assignment, and returned to retire here in 2007. 17 years later we still

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