Creative Photoshoots Blog

Red, White, Blue, and a Historic View

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:54:53 -0500

The streets of downtown Wharton came alive as the Wharton County Freedom Fest celebrated Independence Day and America's 250th birthday. From patriotic floats and Boy Scouts to vintage cars, fire trucks, and countless American flags, the parade showcased the heart of small-town Texas with the historic Wharton County Courthouse providing the perfect backdrop.

Lighting the Texas Sky: Fireworks Over the Ballfield

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:01:37 -0500

The Boling Volunteer Fire Department once again put on an incredible Independence Day fireworks show. From the outfield of the baseball field, I captured the celebration beneath a sky filled with color, using long exposures and a black mist filter to create images that feel as nostalgic as a summer evening watching fireworks over the ballfield.

Needville Freedom Festival: Honoring the Past, Celebrating Today

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:13:47 -0500

From a memorial bench dedication to live music, dancing, and a sea of red, white, and blue bicycles, Needville's Freedom Festival was another memorable evening of hometown pride. Take a look back at some of the moments that made this year's celebration special.

Using One Beauty Dish for Two Different Looks

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:07:19 -0500

When photographers think about bridal editorials, it's easy to assume multiple lights and complex setups are required. This session at Binders Gardens proved otherwise

Formal Elegance at Binder's Gardens

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:33:22 -0500

Some photoshoots begin with a photography concept. This one started with hair. Hairstylist Billy Jones was looking to create portfolio images that would showcase two different formal hairstyle designs

Chasing Light Between the Corn Rows

Sun, 10 May 2026 21:52:45 -0500

Some photoshoots are heavily planned. Others become something completely different once you arrive. This shoot with Alyssa ended up being a little of both.

From introductions to closing remarks

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:05:35 -0500

21 speakers, one stage, and a night full of conversation. Here’s a collection of moments from the recent candidate forum—candidates, hosts, and the people who helped bring it all together.

Photoshoot at Flying V Ranch '22

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:09:08 -0600

This is the photoshoot I look forward to every year—the one with the biggest props imaginable. Full-size, fully restored aircraft, thanks to Robbie Vajdos right down the road in Louise, Texas. Locations …

Ava's Senior Portraits

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:08:17 -0600

After years of working with Ava as a model it was now time to create some senior portraits her. Since she has modeled for me and our photography group several times, her senior portraits were going to start out as high school senior portraits, but then we crossed the line into a little bit of a model photoshoot.

Small-Town Spirit: Needville Youth Fair Parade 2025

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 22:39:42 -0600

There’s nothing quite like a small-town parade to bring a community together. This weekend, I had the chance to photograph the Needville Youth Fair Parade, and Main Street was alive with classic cars, …

A Night to Remember: Needville High School Prom 2025

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:03:50 -0600

It was that time of year again – Needville High School’s prom! As always, excitement was in the air, and this time, we gathered at the beautiful El Campo Country Club to capture those unforgettable moments.

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A Holiday Glow with A Story Behind It.

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:29:37 -0600

This photoshoot was about letting the season and the light work together to tell a quiet story. We shot right at sundown, using the town’s Christmas tree as our backdrop as the sky faded and the holiday …

Steampunk at the Table

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:23:09 -0600

This photoshoot was designed as a study in story-driven portrait lighting. The goal wasn’t just to photograph models in steampunk wardrobe, but to create an environment where the light, props, and …

A Touch of Storybook Style

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:23:55 -0600

Some photoshoots start with a location or a wardrobe piece — but this one began with a feeling. I wanted to create a session that blended classic fairytale charm with the creativity and personality you’d expect in a senior portrait. Not a full Cinderella remake, but something softer… a little lived-in, a little vintage, and full of imagination...

SteamPunk Photoshoot

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 22:24:07 -0600

As a photographer, walking into a place like this instantly sparks your imagination. A location this raw makes you think about the portraits you could create with the right model, wardrobe, and—most importantly...

Tristen’s Senior Portraits — Owning the Field

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:37:05 -0600

It’s always something special when someone you’ve photographed before asks you to create their senior portraits. Tristen has modeled for our group several times, and I was thrilled when she reached out …

Spring Photo Walk 23

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:09:18 -0600

The weather forecast showed that it was going to be a very cloudy day. I thought I could do this just natural light. Working with bouncing light off of the buildings. Then I would only need to bring a camera and a couple of lenses. But the thought crossed my mind...

Rylee’s First Step Into Modeling

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:23:10 -0600

Every great model has that first photoshoot—the moment when curiosity meets confidence. This session with Rylee Schneider was just that: a test shoot to see if she might enjoy being in front of the camera.

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Lake Jackson Skate Park Photo Shoot

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 15:04:56 -0600

Photoshoot organized by the local photography group, Brazoria County Portrait Photographers

Halloween Photoshoot in Lake Jackson

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:17:11 -0600

Photoshoot organized by the local photography group, Brazoria County Portrait Photographers