Glynn Lavender – Creative Photo Workshops Travel Portrait Photography Glynn is well known as not only the best photographer in the world with the name Glynn Lavender but also as the only photographer in the world with the name Glynn Lavender. Glynn leads photo tours and runs workshops where he shares his passion for teaching, …
Spotlight
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!
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BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Hopper Stone
Hopper Stone On set photography for movies and TV (aka Unit Still Photographer) Armed with a degree in Scandinavian Philology (Yes, that’s a real thing) from the University of Wisconsin, Hopper Stone started his career as a photojournalist in 1988. He lived in Helsinki, Rome and Mexico City while being a photographer for the Black …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Jessica Perez
Jessica Perez Unit Still Photography At 13 I picked up a camera and 17 years later it has completely shaped my life. From the Bay Area I started out photographing concerts which then switched over to Unit Stills in the film industry. Now residing in LA, I am one of newest members in IATSE Local …
BLACKRAPID SPOTLIGHT: Nicole Bedard
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 …
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 social media minutes after taking them, I’ve amassed more than 730,000 Insta followers and 500,000+ on TikTok. On top of that, another 500,000+ follow me on YouTube. These …
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 …
