Jay S. Laffat Photography

There are parts of us that only exist in private.

This is where I photograph them.

Current Project · 2025, continuing

Unseen Stories: The Secret Life Behind Walls

Unseen Stories is an ongoing photography project capturing genuine, intimate moments that often remain hidden behind everyday facades. It's about exploring authenticity and vulnerability in a world filled with carefully curated images, revealing deeper connections with friends.

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Still Waters, Tied Souls
2023

Still Waters, Tied Souls

This project explores the tension between nature’s wild freedom and the intentional restriction of ropes, highlighting the powerful duality of water as both sanctuary and silent threat. By challenging boundaries, it reveals raw, unfiltered emotions—vulnerability, strength, joy, and fear—that emerge when control meets surrender. Ultimately, it’s about shedding society’s masks to discover honesty in moments of beautiful discomfort and genuine trust.

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Evasion
2021

Evasion

This project emerged as an escape from isolation during the lockdowns, inviting friends into nature to reconnect with freedom and self-expression. In the woods, away from society’s expectations, we embraced playfulness, authenticity, and vulnerability. Together, we captured moments of genuine joy, beauty, and magic.

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