Intentional
There's purpose in each image. ACTION SHOTS EVOKE EMOTIONS, Portraits sTART conversations, DETAIL IMAGEs create desire.
I draw my inspiration from The joy i experience seeing how happy my images makes athletes and their family.
I was inspired to begin sports photography because of my brother and his teammates. Before learning how to use a camera, I would make video content and graphics for them. After I started taking pictures for my job as a sports reporter, I would go to my brothers practices, games and tournaments to work on my photography skills.
I loved being able to capture images that I love, but also images that him, his teammates and their families love. This experience is what ultimately drove me to start taking photography more seriously and expand my hobby into a potential career.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is my first Sports shoot, what should I know?
First, I'm so excited you decided to shoot with me! Second, after the contracts are signed, you don't need to worry about anything other than doing your best! The last thing I want to do is be a distraction and throw off your game, so focus on what you need to. We can chat after the game, I promise you're in good hands!
Are the travel expenses included in your packages?
No. The package prices include the time I spend at the event, any charge for entry, the final photos themselves and the time I spend going through the images, editing them and putting together the gallery.
Do you charge for travel?
Yes and no. If a shoot is within a 50 mile radius from my current location (I move between three cities frequently) I won't charge for travel. If I'm traveling outside of that radius the price will vary by how far the location is which can be discussed during the booking process.
What if the weather is bad on the day of an outdoor shoot?
If the weather is not cooperating we can do one of three options: we can still shoot (as long as the weather isn't severe), we can reschedule to a later date, or we can cancel. If you are considering cancelling, PLEASE make sure to read and understand my cancellation policy.
If you cancel within 2 weeks of booking with me, I will provide either a full refund or partial depending what expenses have already been paid (for example, if I'm travelling and booked a hotel that cannot be refunded). If you decide to cancel after that 2 week mark, you will not receive a refund of any amount. This doesn't apply to last minute bookings (bookings made less than 2 weeks before the event), if you cancel on a last minute booking you will not be refunded.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you are interested in a graphic and photos but don't have tournaments coming up or don't want too many pictures, I can add a graphic to your desired package for $30.
what if i want photos and a graphic, but don't want to purchase the Tournament package?
are the Package prices adjustable? What if my teams roster is less than 15?
Yes the package prices are adjustable! Teams can choose if they want graphics at all, or if only certain people want them. As for rosters, the smallest roster that would still qualify for either of the team packages would be 10 athletes. If the roster is smaller than that, you would have to book either a game day or tournament package depending on what you want and there would be an additional charge for the media ONLY. The largest roster I will photograph is 20 athletes.
How quickly will I receive my photos/media?
What do I need to know for portrait sessions?
Do you do wedding photography?
I'm Interested in Booking a team package, How does Payment work?
Can You Send me the raw, Unedited photos?
I pride myself on having a quick turnaround. After your shoot you can expect to get your photos/media within 1 week. If there's a delay, I will communicate that before we book so you are aware. Please be mindful that I have a full-time job on top of this, so those tasks take priority and the likelihood of getting your images the next day is not very high. I appreciate your understanding and will always try my best to get them to you ASAP!
Since I allow for unlimited outfit changes, please bring all the outfits that you wish to wear to the shoot. If you are doing a sports senior session, I highly encourage you to bring your equipment and any jerseys, medals, etc. for props to capture your athletic career. You are responsible for any and all equipment (balls, sticks, bats, gloves, etc.). If you are doing a couple session, grad session, family, etc., you are also responsible for bringing any props that you wish to be included in images. Other than that, be excited and relax!
No. I do not specialize in portrait photography or wedding photography and have never shot a wedding before. Although I'm confident in my artistic abilities and the work I produce, I do not feel that I'm ready for such a large and important project. I would MAYBE consider a small, casual wedding or an elopement, but until I get more experience with portrait photography, my answer is no to weddings.
For all projects, I ask to be paid in full before the shoot once the contract is signed. If you have a roster of 15 and want every athlete photographed the price can be broken down to $10/family for the Team Black Package and $25/family for the Team Platinum Package. How you choose to be reimbursed by families is up to you, but I require the full package amount to be paid in one payment before the shoot takes place and will not accept multiple, individual payments. Prices can vary depending on roster size and interested families.
I'm sorry, but no. The work that you see on my site and social media is all edited and the final results can only be achieved via my editing process. My photos and editing style are a product of my brand, and allowing someone to edit or post the raw photos is an inaccurate representation of me, my work and my brand.
still have questions?
If you still have questions, please reach out to me. I want us to be on the same page before you book with me, and am always happy to answer your questions!