Music Photography

Photographing musicians and working in the music industry is one of my favorite parts of my job. From my work at Taylor Guitars, leading brand imaging full-time, to see my work published in Rolling Stone, it’s been such an honor to do what I do. As a music lover, I love many artists I’ve photographed. I have been lucky to work with and talk to some incredibly talented humans, from Ben Harper to Jason Mraz.

Over time, through my work at Taylor, I’ve developed special skills in photographing guitars. By the very nature of the instrument, they are challenging to photograph. The rich ebony fretboard contrasting against a light and figured spruce top is challenging. I can honestly say learning to photograph guitars has also helped me in every other area of photography.

Orianthi

A person with a blonde wig and sunglasses crouches in a hallway, holding an acoustic guitar. The hallway has brick walls and is decorated with framed posters. The person is wearing a black lace top and leather pants.

Woman with blonde bob haircut and sunglasses holding an acoustic guitar, standing against a wall outside a music store.

Person with blonde hair, wearing sunglasses and black outfit, holding an acoustic guitar in front of decorative metal gate.

Ben Harper

Person standing in a workshop surrounded by tools and supplies, wearing a denim jacket, with shelves and a cluttered workbench in the background.

Black and white photo of a man sitting with a guitar in a workshop filled with musical instruments, framed photos, and articles on the wall.

FINNEAS

Person sitting on a black leather couch with colorful printed coverings, wearing a plaid jacket, black pants, brown shoes, and orange socks with floral patterns, beneath two ornate lamps.

Man sitting on a leather couch in a dimly lit room with acoustic guitar and lamps.

Black and white photo of a man sitting and playing an acoustic guitar, wearing a coat and patterned socks, against a simple background.

Black and white portrait of a person with spiky hair, wearing a checkered jacket, looking at the camera with a serious expression. A reflection of the person is visible on a shiny surface.

“Music is everybody's possession.
It's only publishers who think that people own it.”
– John Lennon

Acoustic guitar with a dark wooden finish resting on a stool on a wooden floor.

Taylor Guitars

For over four years, I was privileged to lead photography for Taylor Guitars’ global marketing efforts. Photographing these innovative and beautiful guitars was a huge opportunity, and I took it as a personal challenge to match the quality of photography with the quality, care, and craftsmanship that represents the Taylor brand.