'Candid' and Posing?
Hello, I am Ben Bülent Doruk!
With over 20 years of photography experience, I am based in Jersey City and work as a freelance portrait and event photographer serving NYC, Hoboken, and Jersey City. My background as an award-winning photojournalist has fundamentally shaped my perspective: photography is about capturing the emotional truth of a moment. For this reason, my philosophy is simple: I don't like to pose.
So, how do those beautiful, artistic frames appear in a professional session without rigid posing? Here is the secret to my documentary style approach:
1. For Me, "Posing" Means Describing a "Flow"
When working with clients or models, instead of dictating strict or artificial postures, I simply describe a "flow." This could be a basic sequence of movements: walking, turning, smiling... that’s all.
I then immerse myself in that flow. I wait and capture your most relaxed and genuine moments as they are the natural result of that movement. The resulting photographs reflect your real mood and energy, not a forced stance.
2. "Stealing a Segment" from Nature's Design: Light and Composition
My job as a photographer is not just to record a person, but to see the unique composition that person creates with their environment.
My eye constantly searches for the symmetries naturally created by the background, objects, and light.
I love to steal a segment from this natural design—a beautiful visual that is often right in front of everyone—and immortalize it, harmonized with the perfect light. Your photographs will contain artistic compositions seamlessly blending with the surrounding aesthetic.
3. Candid Moments: Being an Observer and Staying "Invisible"
Candid photography isn't about snapping random shots; it’s about anticipating the moment and the photographer remaining invisible. My twenty-plus years of photojournalism instilled this observation skill and patience in me.
During events or portrait sessions, I am an observer more than a director. I capture your most heartfelt interactions with complete honesty, uninterrupted by the presence of a camera.
Conclusion: Why Documentary Style?
For me, photography is not about interrupting the scene—it's about respecting the scene.
If your vision aligns with mine, and you are looking for portrait or event photographs with the depth of the documentary style that tells your sincere story, feel free to reach out to me through Closeuppictures.com.
My door is always open for photography conversations too! I would love to meet you and discuss your story.
