Discover how environmental portraits can transform your brand in 2025! This post explores a recent shoot with a home stager, blending behind-the-scenes planning with stunning results, and dives into why businesses are turning to contextual imagery—team dynamics, leadership in action, and product integration. Backed by stats from Forbes and the Content Marketing Institute, learn how these visuals boost SEO, engagement, and sales. Ready to script your shoot? Let’s collaborate! [Read More]

Stay inspired, Erik Cooper, Professional Photographer & Branding Expert

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Today, we dive into architectural photography with a stunning shoot of the Alpine Bank building in Colorado Springs, where Pikes Peak looms just off-frame. Captured during twilight with my photography club, the ‘last light’ highlights the northern facade’s elegance, while streaming tail lights add a dynamic mood. Using a tilt-shift lens, I merged upper and lower frames for a two-point perspective, showcasing scale and mirroring a building’s journey from foundation to finish. This blend of technique and local heart reflects my passion for Colorado Springs architecture. Check out my portfolio for more, and stay tuned for the origins of design—next, we’ll explore interiors and the people who bring them to life

Over a decade, my lens has chased the architect’s dream—until 2021, when a life-altering moment revealed a vision: a hand sketching at a drafting table, igniting an unquenchable hunger. Now, I blend artistic soul with commercial precision, capturing buildings that breathe. Join me on my next chapter: a transformative trip to Dubai’s architectural wonders, set to ignite my portfolio with stunning ‘bangers’ for an upcoming gallery. Dive in—your front-row seat awaits!

Discover the art of planning headshots for authors, celebrities, and business people versus large corporate sessions. From tailored outfits and polished looks to scalable teams for 300+ employee shoots, learn how we deliver standout branding images. Need a quick micro session or a multi-day corporate shoot? Check out our expert tips and checklists!

Join me in exploring the vibrant Colorado Springs Photography Club, where I’ve embraced a location-based approach to fuel creativity and mentor aspiring photographers. This month, we’re diving into architectural photography with a downtown shoot—learn tips for capturing stunning cityscapes and find out how our community inspires growth in my latest post!