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Hi there, my name is John and I love to take photos!

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5.0/5.0
9 Reviews
John Atacan
Wedding Photographer based in Halifax, NS

My name's John and I love to take photos!  


I’ve been taking photos for 8+ years now, with a focus on couples and wedding photography.

When I'm not hard at work taking and editing photos and videos, you'll find me spending quality time with my partner and two cats, where we'll take turns watching sports, comedy, live music,

and the occasional soap opera (looking at you, Grey's Anatomy)

I dedicate time to work on my photo and video skills regularly, always trying to find new ideas and methods to capture some real magic for the couples I work with.


I began learning photography with the help of one of my best friends, taking my first photos of our puppy Lola. I started volunteering for a dog rescue not long after.

With rescues and foster puppies, I learned to be calm and patient, taking my time to build and establish trust, careful not to stress out the fosters but always ready to capture a quick perfect moment that could be lost forever.


Around the same time, I began bartending and occasionally managing in a local pub.

Not only did I learn just how much I love acts of service and working in a fast-paced environment, but I also met the couple that hired me for my first wedding!

They stressed how much they wanted their big day to be relaxed and low-key, but for all of their joyful moments to be captured intentionally.

I realized I had just the experience and mindset to not only capture their wedding, but many more to come.

 

Moving to Halifax in 2021 I brought my focus onto the east coast, discovering a beautiful backdrop for my wedding photography. I still travel back and forth frequently to see friends, family and clients alike, but after meeting my partner I've also discovered a new home with her right here.

I always strive to provide a sense of professionalism and confidence in my photo shoots, from the smallest elopement, all the way up to the largest multi day wedding.

I always try and provide a patient and laid back atmosphere, letting you show off your best self in a comfortable and trusting environment.

I love capturing candid and un-posed moments, but for those couples that haven't been in front of a camera before ("I don't know what to do with my hands!")

I can also guide and pose you into a moment that brings out the magic of your love.

Whether it's on your big day, or just when you might want an excuse to dress up with your family, partner, or pet, I won't miss any of it.

Videography

Stacey and Dawbit - Wedding Highlight Video

Captured together with Bluenose Productions Stacey and Dawbit had a gorgeous wedding at the Inverary Resort in Baddeck Cape Breton, a perfect example of a wedding highlight video available together with your wedding photography package!

Client Love

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John was an amazing photographer- we worked with him for our engagement shoot as well as our wedding. His communication is excellent, and his photography skills are amazing. Our bridal party had nothing but great things to say about John- he definitely made everyone feel comfortable and included. Highly recommend John for your photography needs!
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Kayla and Ryan
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John took photos of my partner and I during the fall and they are my absolute favourite photos! Going into the shoot, I had a few poses in mind, John was open to my ideas and then incorporated many other great poses. He made the whole experience easy, had fun with us, and we ended up with a beautiful collection of pictures. Would recommend!
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Keasha and Corey