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Behind the shutter
Need to know what to wear for your portrait? Or how you go about selecting an event photographer? Here’s some tips and tricks to help get you started.
Mapping a legacy: Documenting the arrival of “Jerry’s Map” at Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Art is often about the destination, but for Jerry Gretzinger, the art is the journey. For over 60 years, Jerry has been building a world — one 8x10-inch panel at a time.
Five event venues you may not have thought of in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids is full of places to host an event — from DeVos Place to the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. But what about those smaller, more unique venues? The ones that give your event a distinct personality, and the photos a little extra story to tell?
Lighting tips for better corporate event photography
As a professional event photographer, I’ve worked in just about every kind of lighting condition imaginable. Here are some practical lighting tips to help make your next corporate event look its best on camera.
What I’ve learned from photographing over 1,000 events
After photographing more than 1,000 events since 2015, I’ve come to realize that there’s so much more to event photography than simply “showing up and taking photos.”
Celebrating 10 years of capturing your brand’s moments!
This year marks a huge milestone: 10 years in business as a photographer.
Highlighting the artistry of the Grand Rapids restaurant scene
The Grand Rapids restaurant game is strong. Here’s some of my favorite recent foodie shoots, complete with some mouth-watering photos.
Soaring to new heights, with “Michigan Meditation”
For the past six months or so, I’ve been working on something big — my first public large-scale photography installation. And now, I can finally talk about it!
Why custom brand photography is key to your company’s success
Stock images may help get your message across, but are they truly representative of your brand's unique personality and values?

