Take a look

through my eyes

These images reflect a style I can shape to fit the people and brands I work with. I’m still refining the colors and tones that feel most like me, but the goal is constant: photographs that feel honest, intentional, and true to the moment.


I love collaborating with clients who care about the details. If you have a look in mind, we can build it together, I’ll bring the creative direction to get you there, and we can execute together.


As you view my work, take your time with it. This portfolio is a strong snapshot of where I am today, and I’m committed to getting better with every shoot. If you have questions, or want to talk through an idea, I’d love to hear from you.

A couple takes selfies together in a golden wheat field during sunset while sharing affectionate moments.

 

Authentic Timeless Moments

Couple Shoot
Two people making a heart shape with their hands against a blurred outdoor background.

 

Documenting Naturally

 

Senior Shoot
Graduate in white dress holding burgundy cap under blooming spring trees.

Defining Moments

Engagement Shoot
Hand holding a glass of sparkling beverage at an outdoor dining table with colorful dishes and fresh strawberries.
Hands creating art on a checkered tablecloth with flowers, pencils, and art supplies scattered around.
A person in a light gray suit walking on a stage with blue panels and white columns.
White House exterior with two large blue screens displaying 'College Athlete Day' on the South Lawn.
Group of people gathered at a formal event with American flags visible in background.
Performers on stage silhouetted against dramatic blue concert lighting during an energetic live show.
Concert performer silhouetted against blue stage lighting while playing acoustic guitar.
Rock band performing on stage with dramatic orange lighting and silhouetted figures against a dark background.
Dynamic concert photography showing performers in silhouette against bright blue stage lighting.
Energetic performer in black shirt and jeans dancing on stage with dramatic purple lighting effects.
Concert performers on a dimly lit stage with dramatic lighting and silhouettes during a live music performance.
Dynamic stage performance with performer in casual attire against blue and purple concert lighting.
A silhouetted performer stands on stage during an outdoor concert with tents and trees visible in the background.
Silhouetted performer singing into microphone during dramatic stage performance.
A panoramic view of a fairground with a ferris wheel and carnival rides at dusk.
A can of Bud Light beer resting in green grass with sunlight illuminating the background.
Art gallery interior showing framed photographs and paintings displayed on white walls with natural lighting.
Close-up sequence of hands casting a fishing line into a stream with natural sunlight filtering through trees.
Scenic autumn landscape with vibrant fall foliage reflecting in a tranquil pond surrounded by trees.
Multiple cans of Cherry Frost energy drink shown in a soft focus product photography sequence.
Hand holding a can of Keystone Light beer against a blurred outdoor background.
Beer cans buried in sand at varying depths show a progression of Coors Light being covered by beach sand.
Hand holding a green and white bubble tea can against a blurry background.
A hand holds up a bottle of Landshark lager beer against a bright background, showcasing the golden liquid inside.
A sequence of a U.S. Navy Blue Angels aircraft performing aerial maneuvers against a blue sky.
Close-up view of white athletic shoes walking on sandy ground in bright sunlight.
A figure jogs along a winding dirt path through golden fields on a sunny summer day.
A child running and playing barefoot in a grassy field on a sunny summer day.
A person wearing a crisp white button-down shirt and navy pants stands in dappled sunlight with a warm smile.
Vintage-style black compact camera with textured leather exterior resting on green leaves.
Close-up shots of a vintage black Canon film camera from multiple angles showing textured leather and design details.
Artistic portrait of a shirtless person wearing a watch looking upward in moody lighting against an industrial backdrop.
Series of motion-blurred shots showing a laptop screen being opened and closed with dynamic lighting effects.
Hands wiping down a black surface with cleaning supplies in a dimly lit setting.
Small white droplets scattered across a dark surface create a pattern in dim lighting.
Close-up view of hands adjusting white athletic shoes on a dark exercise mat.
Modern interior hallway with white railings and geometric red wall elements creating a striking architectural design.
Water droplets falling from a curved black surface in macro photography.
Athletes exercising on stationary bikes in a bright indoor fitness studio during an intense workout session.
Close-up view of a black digital watch face with minimalist design against a soft blurred background.
Black and white macro shot of water droplets falling in dramatic lighting.
Close-up profile shots showing dark wet hair and intense expressions in dramatic lighting.
Close-up view of dark hair and forehead showing sweat or moisture.
Artistic black and white portraits showing different angles and expressions in soft lighting.
Macro photography of water droplets on skin creating a shimmering textured surface.
Clear plastic water bottles with orange flame logos arranged in a row on a light surface.
Close-up shot of a clear Gatorade water bottle with orange logo against a blurred background.
Close-up sequence showing a white smartwatch displaying fitness tracking data on a dark digital screen.
Close-up detail of a white sports jersey with a red F logo embroidered on the fabric.
Black and white sequence of a car driving down a winding country road at night.
Joggers running along a scenic rural road surrounded by green trees and nature.
Black and white sequence of a shirtless skateboarder performing tricks on a paved surface near buildings.
Runner in athletic gear jogging through a grassy field on a sunny day.
Wakeboarder skimming across water surface with splashing waves.
Action shot of wakeboarding on a lake with water spray.
Series of action shots showing wakeboarding maneuvers on a lake.
Sequence of a bald eagle soaring across a bright blue sky.
Close-up view of U.S. Navy lettering in gold on the side of a dark blue military aircraft.
A US Navy Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet performs aerial maneuvers against a cloudy sky with blue and gold livery.
A U.S. Navy Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet performs aerial maneuvers against a cloudy blue sky during an airshow.
Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet jets perform aerial maneuvers with white contrails against blue sky.
Stunt plane performs aerial maneuver leaving white smoke trails against bright blue sky.
A sequence of four images showing a fighter jet performing a roll maneuver against a light blue sky background.
Athletes compete in a cross country race on a grassy course with spectators lining the path.
A volleyball team celebrates together on the court during an intense match.
High school basketball players compete on a polished wooden court during an intense game in a brightly lit gymnasium.
Baseball players in action on a sunny day at a field with advertising banners visible.
Students celebrate on a soccer field at night with stadium lights illuminating their joyful group pose.
People playing in water sprinklers on a sunny day at an outdoor recreational event.
Close-up performance shot with dramatic lighting and shadows creating an atmospheric stage presence.
Vintage black and white photo sequence showing a baseball player sliding into base during a game.
Black and white artistic photograph showing soft focus details in monochromatic tones.
Athletes celebrate with raised arms and expressions of joy after competing on an outdoor track field.
Yellow canopy tents set up on a grassy field during an outdoor event with buildings in the background.
Athletes embrace in a heartfelt moment after competing in a track and field event.
Track athletes competing in an indoor race leaning forward at the finish line.
Black and white action shot of athletes competing in an indoor track event with spectators.
Indoor track athletes racing on a blue running track during a competition event.
Athletes in maroon uniforms performing stretches in an indoor track facility.
Black and white photo of runners diving across finish line during indoor track meet.
Athletes embrace in celebration after competing in a track and field event.
Motion blur of runners' feet in a race competition on a track surface.
Runner lies exhausted on red track surface after race completion.
Fans in maroon jerseys excitedly reach out for autographs at a sporting event.
Athletes celebrating and taking selfies at an NCAA track and field championship event.
Runner celebrates with arms raised while crossing finish line at track meet competition.
Athletes compete on a grass field during a track and field competition with a red barn in the background.
Female athletes in maroon uniforms celebrating together on a track field.
Athletes in white jerseys celebrate and smile during a competitive sporting event.
Athlete in purple tank top smiles joyfully on track field with stadium bleachers in background.
Athletes competing in a track and field race on an outdoor running track.
Runner shows intense emotion while competing on outdoor track during athletic competition.
Gymnast performing a routine on uneven bars with graceful form and extension during competition.
Basketball players in white jerseys competing during an indoor game.
Basketball players compete for possession of the ball during an intense game on a hardwood court.
Basketball players leap high to grab a rebound under the hoop during an intense game action moment.
A gymnast performs a precise balancing routine on the beam during a competitive event in a gymnasium.
A happy golden retriever poses on a brick walkway with someone in casual white attire.
Two people lying close together on white bedding in an intimate moment.
Two people standing in shallow water at the beach wearing jeans, with one person playfully lifting their leg.
Someone browses a glass display case filled with colorful candy and snacks at a convenience store.
A silhouetted figure snowboards down a snowy slope against a bright winter sky.
Two figures embrace while sitting on a rocky overlook at sunset with a scenic town vista in the background.
Catering table with assorted charcuterie, cheeses, fruits, and decorative greenery displayed at an elegant event.
A group of friends pose together making heart shapes with their hands at an outdoor nighttime gathering.
Fitness enthusiasts exercising together outdoors at a waterfront park on a sunny day.
A couple sits with their brown and white dog among fallen autumn leaves in a pine forest.
Motion blur photo of couple holding hands running with their black dog in an outdoor setting.
A white ceramic vase with delicate flowers sits beside a cozy white towel on a textured green surface.
A creative pregnancy announcement series showing a newspaper being unfolded to reveal 'Breaking News: Still Pregnant'.
A series of blurry black and white photographs showing ghostly figures moving through a wooded area in an artistic sequence.
A person in a white wedding dress sits on a rustic wooden bench with yellow cushions in a dimly lit room.
Wedding guests sit outdoors in white chairs during an intimate garden ceremony surrounded by lush greenery.
Student browses through books in dimly lit library stacks while wearing white sleeveless top.
A row of framed photographs displayed on a textured blanket outdoors with a lake view in the background.
A couple shares a romantic moment under billowing white fabric in an outdoor setting with modern architecture.
A series of glowing luminaries line a path at night creating a beautiful illuminated walkway.
Close-up view of white block heel sandals with ankle straps on cobblestone pavement.
Close-up view of a black sports bra with ONE logo shown from multiple angles against white background.
Black and white portrait of a person in athletic wear posing against a plain background.
Close-up view of light blue seamless athletic shorts on model showing stretchy fabric texture and fit details.
A series of minimalist black and white photos showing a figure in white undergarments against a light background.
Athletic figure in light blue sports bra and shorts poses on white background with white sneakers.
Athletic figure wearing black sports bra and high-waisted compression shorts showing fit physique against white background.
People in light and dark clothing walking together on a wooden boardwalk or deck in a casual outdoor setting.
A couple shares a tender moment with their small dog while standing near a large tree trunk in a sunny park setting.
Two people share joyful moments together while standing in a sunny green park on a beautiful spring day.
A woman in a blue dress holds a swaddled newborn baby outdoors on a sunny spring day with autumn leaves in background.
Person wearing denim shorts poses in dimly lit parking garage setting.
Woman in blue tank top and denim shorts poses against urban backdrop with modern buildings.
A sequence of silhouettes showing dynamic dance movements against a dusky evening sky.
Person in pink swimwear poses on beach at dusk with dark trees in background.
A series of dance poses captured in motion against a moody beach backdrop at dusk.
Gymnast in black sparkly leotard performs graceful arm movements during floor routine with crowd in background.
Athletes laughing and enjoying themselves during an indoor track and field training session.
Students in a classroom engage in focused study and discussion during an educational session.
Two wrestlers compete in an intense match on the mat during a college wrestling competition with spectators watching.
Martial arts competitors and spectators gather around red and blue mats during a tournament event.
Gymnast performs a high-flying uneven bars routine during a collegiate competition with maroon-clad spectators watching.
Two dancers perform a passionate embrace during a contemporary dance performance on stage.
Gymnasts in black leotards celebrate together with high fives and cheers during a competition event.
College gymnastics team members in black and burgundy leotards stand together watching a competition from sidelines.

iPhone Images


The following photos below are images taken from my iPhone and edited via Lightroom Mobile or other photo editing applications utilizing a creative look for my personal taste. Images can be edited to fit a certain look whether that be candid and untouched.
A black knit beanie with 'Madison Sourdough' text embroidered in white on a wooden surface.
Close-up view of a dark blue fabric with white star and geometric doodle pattern printed on it.
Close-up of a navy blue corduroy baseball cap with a white Fortuna brand patch on the front.
Slices of rustic bread topped with avocado, fried eggs, and sesame seeds served on white plates at a wooden table.
Freshly baked pastries with berry filling and powdered sugar on white plates arranged on a wooden table surface.
Close-up view of multiple Porsche emblems on a light background showing the iconic gold and black shield design.
A series of white boxes with text and logos arranged in a row showing various product packaging designs.
Artistic still life series showing a white marble vase with green leaves casting dramatic shadows on a light surface.
A black Whoop box sitting on a textured gray concrete or stone surface.
A small glass of layered espresso cortado with latte art sits on a white saucer with a spoon.
A green book cover with orange line art illustrations and text displayed from multiple angles.
A sequence of images showing a person in plaid shirt holding a white coffee mug against an autumn foliage background.
Hand holding a dark canned beverage against an autumn background with golden trees and fallen leaves.
White disposable coffee cups with green Ridge Rush branding shown in a car interior setting.
Hand holding a red and white Bang energy drink can against a textured concrete background.
Energy drink cans arranged in a gradient from black to red to purple creating an artistic composition on concrete surface.
A series of minimalist product packaging boxes for cold brew coffee makers displayed on a light-colored countertop.
A hand holds a disposable coffee cup with a brown sleeve while sitting in a car.
Close-up view of a black fabric garment with a white clothing tag showing the Converse brand logo and text.
Beautiful floral arrangements featuring blue and white hydrangeas with mixed blooms in glass vases displayed in a row.
Stacks of black FACTOR meal delivery service boxes and packaging displayed on a white marble countertop.
A box of sushi wrapped with twine and labeled with a simple sticker sits on a dark surface.
A sequence of photos showing a camera lens being aimed through a wire fence at a baseball field.
Sequence of iPhone smashing into grass lawn showing progressive damage and screen shattering in slow motion.
The Como Park Conservatory's glass domed structure glows in golden sunlight against a clear blue sky.
A white Porsche Taycan sports car parked in a shopping center lot shown from multiple angles.
Black and white artistic photograph showing a series of smiling expressions through a car window reflection.
Modern industrial loft space with exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and white CITY lettering mounted on dark walls.
Colorful balloon arch installation decorates an outdoor garden path with white flowers and architectural elements in background.
Large colorful DREAMS sign installation displayed on a beachfront promenade with palm trees and cloudy sky.
Dramatic purple and orange sunset sky over a dark silhouetted landscape with clouds reflecting vibrant colors.
Illuminated Earl Giles sign with golden airplane silhouette mounted on dark building exterior at night.
The iconic Space Needle towers over Seattle's downtown skyline against a cloudy evening sky.
NBA players and officials gather around a fallen player on the basketball court during a game.
Exterior view of Grand River Station building with red brick facade and wall-mounted clocks.
Glowing red neon sign for DiBella's Italian Market established in 1918 mounted on a gray wall.
Black text on white fabric shown in a minimalist layout with dramatic shadows and lighting.
Energetic concert performance captured in black and white with silhouetted figures on a dark stage.
Panoramic cityscape view of Minneapolis skyline on a sunny day showing modern buildings and surrounding neighborhoods.
Luxurious infinity pool overlooking the ocean with swaying palm trees and thatched-roof cabanas on a tropical beach resort.
Multiple fireworks bursts illuminate the night sky over a dark cityscape with white and orange pyrotechnic displays.
Artistic photo series showing silhouettes of figures in black against a silver metallic background in a photo book layout.
Illuminated red neon 'PUBLIC MARKET' sign glows against a dramatic purple sunset sky over Pike Place Market in Seattle.
Illuminated Rudy's restaurant sign glows against a pink sunset sky with parked cars silhouetted below.
Panoramic view of Minneapolis skyline with tall buildings and green trees in Loring Park on a sunny summer day.
A white sailboat casts a long shadow on a sandy beach against a bright blue sky with puffy white clouds.
An American flag hangs from a construction crane against a blue sky with modern buildings below.
A romantic beach scene with a couple in white and black attire walking along the sandy shoreline.
Person takes a photo using a camera in a dimly lit indoor setting.

 

Check Me Out!

Get to know more of me!
A link to know more about me
Empty stadium seats in red and white with chain link fence visible in foreground.

 

Sports Videography

Sports Videography Example
Sam at the U.S. Olympic trials
A sequence of four fisheye lens photos showing someone in a gray sweatshirt and black cap making playful poses indoors.

 

My Journey

My TikTok shares the things I love to do
A close-up of hands exchanging wedding rings during an outdoor ceremony.
Dirk & mara wedding

"The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do."