When Client Work Isn’t the Whole Story — Honest Thoughts on Balancing Art and Business

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When Client Work Isn’t the Whole Story — Honest Thoughts on Balancing Art and Business

For the past 14 years, I’ve built a photography business centered around client work. Sessions booked, galleries delivered, moments captured for others. It’s been my bread and butter—paying the bills, building relationships, and carving out a space for myself as a trusted photographer in my community.

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I Didn’t Think Entering 7 Competitions in a Year Was a Big Deal — But It Is

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I Didn’t Think Entering 7 Competitions in a Year Was a Big Deal — But It Is

I never thought submitting to 7 photography competitions in a single year was anything remarkable.

To me, it was simple:
I had images I believed in. I had the entry fees (barely, sometimes). So I entered.

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Obsidian Grace

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Obsidian Grace

We found ourselves near a longhorn cattle show, and among the animals was this striking young longhorn. Calm and composed, its posture carried a quiet dignity. The light fell just right, and I took only a handful of images—choosing not to shoot the event in its entirety, but instead to remain in the moment.

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Natural Movement Over Perfect Posing

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Natural Movement Over Perfect Posing

Not everyone feels like a model in front of the camera — and that’s perfectly okay. In fact, some of the most genuine, beautiful images come from people who admit right away, “I’m awkward in photos.” As a photographer, I don’t see that as a problem — I see it as a starting point.

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Held in Motion

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Held in Motion

This black and white hummingbird portrait captures the rare stillness within motion. Shot in natural light with incredible feather detail, this image defies the expectations of how hummingbirds are typically seen: fast, blurred, elusive. Instead, this piece invites the viewer into a quiet, almost meditative pause—crisp textures, frozen wings, and a reverence for light and form.

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Capturing Pole Bending in Motion

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Capturing Pole Bending in Motion

In equine sports, split seconds define the story. Nowhere is that more true than in pole bending—a discipline built on precision, agility, and the electric connection between rider and horse. This image, captured indoors under the challenging conditions of low light, preserves not just the moment of action, but the intensity and partnership it demands.

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