Joe is a seasoned photographer of rare and delicate artifacts, an expert handler of man's and nature's fragile historical wonders.
He currently runs Joe Budd Photography studio, servicing the needs of mineral collectors and dealers, jewelers and jewelry designers and museum collections. He photographs individual specimens and artifacts, as well as entire collections at US and international exhibitions as well as at client locations. Joe is a source for publishers to tap his extensive database of mineral photographs when publi
10/25/2016
A few lovely pieces of jewelry and gemstones came across my shooting table last week. Excited to share a couple of stunners! Two Nigerian Spessartine Garnets, a Celestite from the Maybee Quarry in Michigan, a Tri-Color Tourmaline from the Cruzeiro Mine. The Gemstones are 13-39 carats. The beautiful opal bracelet is in a private collection.
09/13/2016
Marketing sign is out and ready for the official show opening tomorrow. Also excited to see JBP image on the EZ-GUIDE cover everywhere!
09/13/2016
Joe Budd Photography is set up and running at the Fine Mineral Show in Golden, CO. I'll be in room 316 all week and working on some amazing pieces! I hope to see some of your new specimens!
Denver – Fine Mineral Show Our newest Fine Mineral Show located in Golden, Colorado, is held during the annual Denver Mineral Show. We will continue our tradition of bringing you some of the finest mineral dealers in the world – all in one location.
12/22/2015
Happy Holidays and a Healthy, Prosperous New Year!
09/08/2015
Traveling through some strange sights across Texas to gorgeous Golden, CO for the Denver Fine Mineral Show! Looking forward to seeing and making great images of all your latest treasures. I'll be working in Room 316 again this year, so knock (or text!) to find me.
07/15/2015
Archaeologists Unearth Trove of 2,000 Mysterious Gold Spirals in Denmark Bronze Age gold spirals found in Boeslund, 900-700 BC. Credit: Morten Petersen / Zealand Museum. A team of archaeologists working in Boeslunde, Denmark recently stumbled onto an intriguing mystery: nearly 2,000 tightly-wound golden spirals dating back to the Bronze Age. The discovery of gold in Boe
06/09/2015
NEW COVER SHOT! Here is the full image of the 11.5 cm Freiberg Silver that was chosen for the recent supplement of The Mineralogical Record. I can't wait to see the rest of the issue! Shot in 2011 for The Arkenstone Gallery of Fine Minerals
In LA for a day to work with the engineers to improve my 360 interactive hardware/software! A quick overnight trip. I have to hand it to though. THATS how you treat your guests to actual customer service and comfort!
05/05/2015
I'm really excited to get my copies of Minerals of Ohio by Ernest H. Carlson with this amazing Fluorite from the Auglaize quarry I shot a few years back. Beautifully printed hardback books!
04/23/2015
Glad to be back at my home show! The photography studio is up and running. Room 320 - come by with your latest purchase, or your special pieces long in need of a great photo!
04/17/2015
I'm excited for the Houston Fine Mineral Show April 24th, 25th, and 26th at the Embassy Suites Galleria Houston. 2911 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056. I'll be in room 320 as I have been for the last six years! I'll be there early for dealers and ready for collector's smaller projects starting Friday! See Y'all there!