about

here to tell your

one-of-a-kind story

I love stories. That’s why I studied newspaper and magazine journalism in college. Everybody has a story, and as a writer, I always enjoyed sharing them.

But even back then, long before I became a professional photographer, I often kept a camera handy, because I wanted to record what was happening through the lens as well. While I still do some freelance writing, I focus most of my efforts on photography these days. It is, of course, more economical than writing, a picture being worth … well, you know.

As a photographer, I enjoy capturing the “Aha!” moments of families, businesses and other aspects of the local community. Both on the ground and in the air – I am an FAA Part 107-certified drone pilot – I would love to help tell your extraordinary, one-of-a-kind story.

Capturing the “Aha!” Moments

I’m not the first in my family to practice visual storytelling. A cousin on my father’s side of the family, Hughes Michael, served as an artist and public information officer for the U.S. Marines in World War II. In battles, he drew charcoal sketches while crouched in fox holes to capture the agony of war and the human experience. Those sketches, and the paintings he completed afterward, informed the national war effort and promoted sales of U.S. war bonds. My middle name is Hughes, a salute to him, and I use my initials to allude to the wonder and whimsy of what I see and capture through the lens.

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In studio or on location

AHA! Photography has a studio space in Downtown Waycross’s historic Phoenix Building, where a wealth of lights, modifiers and backgrounds facilitates a controlled environment for your portrait or headshot. Prefer an outdoor location? We can do that, too. Our local community and region offer a variety of scenic settings and I’m happy to work with you wherever you’d like your images made, whether it’s in Waycross/Ware County or some location beyond.

Technical Skills

With more than a decade of experience as a working photographer, I’m well-versed in the technical aspects of creative image making, such as composition, lighting, and post-production editing. In 2024 I’m working toward Certified Professional Photographer designation, the industry benchmark established by Professional Photographers of America (PPA).

Professional Guidance

I work with each client to determine not only what images they want to capture, but what their goals are for the completed work. From backgrounds to posing to digital and print needs, I’ll make sure your questions are answered – even the ones you might not know to ask – and your images tell the story you want them to tell.

Personable Service

Being in front of a camera lens can be unnerving for some people. I strive to put clients at ease when the shutter is clicking, and throughout the rest of the process as well, from initial inquiry to final delivery. YOU are the hero of your story, and I’m here to serve and make our time together a pleasant and memorable experience.

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and take your images

to new heights

since 2018

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