Nicole Bedard – Nicole Bedard Photo + Video Commercial Brand Photography Originally a sports and fitness photographer, Nicole built a career that took her around North America capturing dynamic imagery for renowned brands like CrossFit and Reebok. Nicole realized the simple yet powerful truth: action-packed moments are the heartbeat of compelling sports photography – and brand …
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Photographers share their backgrounds, stories, photo tips, and what’s in their bag -- one thing they all have in common is that they all joined the BLACKRAPID revolution!
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Jordan Lenssen
Jordan Lenssen – Lenssen Photo Automotive & Motorsport Jordan’s career began as an editor for an automotive publishing house in Toronto, Canada. When their staff photographer couldn’t make the F1 Canadian Grand Prix, Jordan subbed in and cemented his passion to pursue photography full time. Since then, he’s shot for championship-winning race teams at the 24 …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Harry Collins – Learn these 2 Things To Get Better Wildlife Shots
Harry Collins is a professional wildlife photographer and videographer based out of Pennsylvania, whose work has been published both online and in print by many publications such as National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, Birds & Blooms, Wild Planet Photo Magazine, Birdwatching Magazine and more. Do you have a good photo tip for us? My best tip …
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BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Howard Lao
Howard Lao HowLaoPhotography – Sports Howard Lao is a photographer born and raised in Portland, Oregon. He learned how to photograph sports as a collegiate hurdler at the University of Washington. Now he combines his unique background as an athlete with his photography by capturing moments that bring fans closer to the competition. He has covered a …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Keith Perks
Keith Perks 1120 Studios – Concert, Fine Art, Model Keith Perks is a photographer based out of Northeastern Pennsylvania that specializes in concert, fine art, and model photography. He is most passionate about concert photography and has photographed bands such as The Melvins, Flogging Molly, Avett Brothers, Weezer, Slayer, Anthrax, Megadeth, and hundreds of others. He’s …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Kym Illman
Kym Illman ProStarPics.com – Motorsport Photographer I’m an accredited F1 photo journalist focusing on the behind-the-scenes side of Formula 1. By posting images along with engaging captions to Instagram moments after taking them, I’ve amassed more than 350,000 followers. On top of that, another 450,000 people follow me on YouTube, Tiktok, Facebook and Twitter. These are …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Casey Schneider
Casey Schneider Defy Focus Photography – Action Sports/Lifestyle After nine years of fighting fire, I moved from the redwoods of Northern California to Southern California to pursue a career in action sports photography. Currently traveling and working with some of the best athletes in the world. I learned a lot on a Canon 35mm and have …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Jay Dickman
Jay Dickman FirstLight Workshop: Photojournalism/Travel As a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist and National Geographic photographer, Jay Dickman is a highly traveled, experienced and celebrated photographer. In addition to the Pulitzer Prize (and multiple domestic and international awards), Jay won the World Press Golden Eye for his photography. Jay’s shot more than twenty-five assignments for the National …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Shane Turgeon
Shane Turgeon Nature Photographer Shane Turgeon is an award-winning nature photographer focused on landscapes, the night sky, storms, and wildlife. He is based in Alberta, Canada and since picking up his camera for the first time, Shane has traveled through much of western Canada exploring some of the most photogenic locations both on and off …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Rodrigo Donoso
Rodrigo Donoso RodrigoSnaps: Action, Lifestyle, Power-Sports & Vehicles / Models My camera has been an entry to so many other things I value in my life. I’ve experienced the world with my camera, made life long friends, and shared in countless once in a lifetime moments. Do you have a good photo tip you can share …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Philip Platzer
Philip Platzer Philip Platzer Photography: Motorsports and Action-Sports I developed a passion from a young age for outdoor adventure sports such as mountain biking, surfing and snowboarding. Photography was a natural compliment to my outdoor pursuits, as it allowed me to capture the dynamics and emotion of the incredible moments I was experiencing. When I turned pro in 2010, …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Richard Bartlett
Richard Bartlett Richard Bartlett Photography: Unit stills, photo illusions and manipulation, action, music. I’m a photographic illusionist, creating images from all areas of photography and digital artworks. I love to explore action and sci fi worlds, recreate alternate movie visions and commercial works from road construction to movie posters and music album covers. I’m currently moving …
