Hey There,
I'm Justin Cabanilla!
A Reno, Nevada–based photographer and videographer behind GhostBehindTheLens.
My work is centered around capturing real moments as they happen. The kind of energy you can’t stage. Whether it’s a packed dance floor, a quiet golden hour shoot, or a community event, I focus on documenting what’s actually there instead of forcing something that isn’t.
Over time, I’ve found myself drawn into spaces where people are fully present. Country dance nights, nightlife, local events, and environments where the atmosphere tells its own story. That’s where my style lives. Candid, cinematic, and grounded in real interaction.
I’m not here to over-direct or manufacture moments. I’m here to catch the ones that already exist and make sure they’re remembered the way they felt.
If you’re looking for photos or video that feel natural, energetic, and true to the moment, that’s exactly what I aim to deliver.
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Abigail V.
I recently did a photo session with my bunny Daisy, and Justin made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. He was very patient and helped both Daisy and me feel completely at ease. Justin’s calm approach and eye for natural light brought out some incredibly sweet, genuine moments I wouldn’t have gotten otherwise. I’m so in love with the photos he captured and couldn’t recommend him more!
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Naomi M.
Justin is an incredibly talented photographer who is great to work with. He is an absolute blast to be around, and creative every time. He always makes you feel comfortable, welcomed, and it’s hard not to smile when he’s behind the camera. Shooting with him never feels like a photoshoot, but a whole adventure, and I always love seeing how the photos turn out afterward. Justin captures the atmosphere, background, and subject beautifully.
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