About Michael

Michael is an innovative Creative Director and award-winning Commercial/Editorial Photographer who thrives on sparking ideas, inspiring teams, and mentoring talent while managing the creative process with precision. A natural collaborator, he seamlessly bridges departments to keep projects on track, ensuring bold concepts come to life through compelling storytelling and striking imagery.

With a passion for original thinking, Michael pushes creative boundaries, challenging himself and his team to move beyond the expected. He stays ahead of trends, exploring new frontiers while delivering award-winning work that aligns agency and client goals with measurable success. His expertise spans diverse channels, from cutting-edge social content to time-tested strategies that drive impactful results.

Michael’s leadership fosters an environment where creativity flourishes, empowering teams to produce work that is not only visually stunning but also strategically effective. With an acute eye for detail and a deep understanding of storytelling, he transforms ideas into unforgettable visuals.

As a photographer, Michael captures the raw essence of life—iconic portraits, mouthwatering dishes, adrenaline-fueled automotive artistry, and immersive landscapes that turn the overlooked into the extraordinary. His work reveals the beauty in the everyday, the magic in every person, and the wonder in every place. Truth, desire, mystery—he captures it all.

Awards:
• Promax/BDA Award – GOLD – Shark Week 24 On-Air Campaign – Discovery Channel
• Promax/BDA Award – GOLD – Science Channel – Rebrand “Morph” – Science Channel
• Promax/BDA Award – GOLD – The State – National Geographic Channel
• Communication Arts – Award of Excellence – Photography – Discovery Channel
• Communication Arts – Award of Excellence – Photography – Hrizuk Photo
• HSMAI Adrian Award – President’s Award – SC Tourism – Photography – 9Rooftops Marketing
• CLT ADDY Award – Silver – Palmetto Bluff Campaign – Photography – Wray Ward

Clients:
Discovery Channel, Science Channel, BBC America, History Channel, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Food Network, HGTV, ADIDAS, Microsoft. Marriott Hotels, Maryland Tourism, Ocean City – Maryland Tourism, South Carolina Tourism, South Carolina State Parks, South Carolina International Tourism, Virtuoso Pizza, Ellios Pizza, Coke-Cola Company, Burger King, Olive Garden, Gold Peak Tea, DAOU Wine, Joel Gott Wins, Sutter Home Wine, Menage á Trois Wine, Beringer Wine, Campari USA, Grand Marnier, SKYY Vodka, R.J. Reynolds – Camel, R.J. R. - Natural American Spirit, KOOL, 

Swisher Sweets, Car & Driver Magazine, Garden & Gun Magazine, RollingStone Magazine, Southern Living Magazine, C.C. Filson Co., Woolrich Clothing Co., Gerber Gear, AAA, Toyota USA, Simpson Race Products, Streamlight Inc., Black & Decker Power Tools, DeWalt Power Tools, Ace Hardware, LG, Whirlpool, Affresh, EveryDrop Water Filters