I's Behind the LENS

A Visual Picitonary by Jerry Anthony Grigger 

I don’t just take photos. I capture the feeling behind the moment.

Through my lens, I document people, quiet places, and raw truths — the things often left unseen.

This is where stillness speaks, and shadow tells a story. 

I’m Jerry Anthony Grigger — a poet, storyteller, and visual creative originally from Southwest Philly.

I use photography the same way I use words: to document truth, emotion, and everyday moments that often go unnoticed.

“I’s Behind The LENS” is both photographical and poetic. 

My lens is how I see the world — shaped by my story, my stillness, my struggles, and my hope.

When I’m not behind the camera, I’m writing poetry, producing spoken word, and helping others bring their stories to life through media.