Michigan Photographers
February 20, 2006
Hopefully I’ll be able to come up with a catchy title for this feature.
Profile of Matt Callow
Our first profiled photographer is Matt Callow aka Matt Blackcustard aka the Guy Who Uses All the Weird Cameras aka He Whose Photos Were So Cool That I Had to Create This Feature to Ask Him Questions.
Profile of Marjorie O’Brien
Our second profiled photographer is Marjorie O’Brien, known on Flickr as I am Jacques Strappe and Quite Fond of Theaters.
Profile of Bobby Alcott
Our third photographer is Bobby Alcott, known on Flickr as UrbanTiki and the founder of EXPOSURE.Detroit.


February 24, 2006 at 7:38 am
Are you interested in seeing, and do you ever display photo’s from other Michigan photographers?
February 24, 2006 at 7:53 am
You bet we are interested (and do display) work from other Michigan photographers. If you are a Michigan photographer with work online, please feel welcome to post a link to it!
February 24, 2006 at 9:29 pm
I always thought it would be great if someone started a meetup for Michigan photographers ala the regional groups at photoblogs.org.
http://wiki.photoblogs.org/wiki/Photoblogging_Groups
June 13, 2006 at 5:23 pm
Another couple of Michigan photographers checking in here…
I'm Kate Sumbler (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ktpupp/) and my husband is Rob Sumbler, (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sumbler/). Rob's strawberries and asparagus pics were recently featured on absolutemichigan.com.
There's a few groups on Flickr for various cities in Michigan, including a group for East Lansing that I started. In the EL group we are talking about getting a meet-up planned to wander the city and take pics together, maybe hang out at Peanut Barrel afterwards… (http://www.flickr.com/groups/eastlansing/)
Sorry Kate! We got 4 comments last night - the three spam ones were allowed but yours was held for moderation - go figure! -Andrew
July 11, 2006 at 11:50 pm
I belong to the Michigan Virtual Assistants group and we are designing a new website. We would welcome any artists to submit their photographs for consideration on our Home page that will include artist recognition and contact information. We do not have funds to pay for artwork at this time, however, we would love to feature a photo from Michigan.
August 31, 2006 at 9:20 am
Wonder what happened to Paul Rose - do you have news? I used to follow his great photos on flickr, and then last March he disappeared from there, no word, no more photos. Anyone know if he’s all right? He certainly made Michigan’s beauty show up on the web: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pinestar/
September 7, 2006 at 9:05 am
We invite readers to visit our site with photos of the 2006 Tulip Time Festival of Holland, Michigan at:
http://theworldinlight.com/thumbnails/holland1.html
September 7, 2006 at 2:36 pm
I’m a Michigan photographer!
I’m located in Flint but you’ll find some beautiful nature and urbana shots in my gallery.
Northwoods, U.P. - Flint - Lansing - Classic Cars, It’s all there. Even a couple of Michigan Weddings.
September 14, 2006 at 11:40 am
I photo from MICHIGAN too! I’m Southern Michigan area, check out my photos!
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September 27, 2006 at 2:51 pm
help!
i need help locating a photo that was in a store in mackinaw city. the store is no longer there. the photo was taken by a michigan photgrapher. not sure how to find it but i have resorted to the big wide web and i am still having trouble.
the photo was of 5 deer in the fog. you couldn’t see the deer when you glanced at the photo but if you looked closely, you could see them all in line-all in a different position and all looking at the camera. it is a great photo and i should have just bought it when i saw it but i missed the opportunity. now i can’t find it and it has been haunting me for about 3yrs. can anyone tell me how i could locate it?
the store i visited didn’t seem to know.
January 17, 2007 at 12:12 pm
I am Michigan Photographer who is blessed by a day job that requires me to travel all over the state on nearly daily basis. Critics welcomed. And thanks for taking a look at my work.
http://www.photo.net/photodb/ecard?ecard_id=2A7038F96FD4BFA4487D08F698906A0B
January 23, 2007 at 3:53 pm
Ingrid…that picture is by Carl Samms. It is called Snow Angel Deer, or something like that. Google him for the website
January 23, 2007 at 4:19 pm
Good find, Shirl! The picture is Snow Angel Deer (at Carl Samms site). Neat photo too.
January 25, 2007 at 10:45 am
I’ve loved Carl Samms work for ever so long. Thanks for providing the link!
January 27, 2007 at 10:12 pm
I am interested in purchasing a nice Michigan photograph…as a 15th anniversary present for my husband. He grew up in Huntington Woods, just north of Detroit, in the 70’s and 80’s and went to U of M.
Can anyone steer me in the right direction?
January 28, 2007 at 6:14 pm
Upper Peninsula Michigan Photography-
http://www.lakesuperiorphoto.com
January 31, 2007 at 11:18 pm
Since retiring from the State a few years ago I’ve spent a fair amount of time pursuing digital photography…a fun hobby. I live in Lansing and spend a lot of time in South Haven. I enjoy your website. I have a favorite image of the South Haven lighthouse posted on Flickr at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/dooger/
February 10, 2007 at 11:01 pm
I’m a Detroit area photographer covering events, fashion, music, film and more. My website has nearly 50,000 photos and it is continually growing. If anyone is looking for a great professional photo hosting site, just ask. I’m also a web developer.
I’m at FlickR - http://www.flickr.com/photos/fuzzytek
Also MySpace - http://www.myspace.com/fuzzytek
… and you’ll find my photos on a lot of other sites. I organize several photo / fashion projects.
March 31, 2007 at 9:59 am
I am a professional photographer in Troy. I am blessed to take people to experience the wonder of the Serengeti 3 times a year. However, my tag line of ‘Finding beauty in your daily life is as easy as looking for it’, is especially true here in michigan. I have a Michigan gallery at http://www.acaciaphoto.com/michigan.
Nice to see so many fine photos of our beautiful state.
Bill
April 27, 2007 at 10:12 am
Feel free to view some art of the Spinning Lens at http://www.spinninglens.com.
May 16, 2007 at 7:23 pm
I’m from Macomb Twp. Michigan, I would love to display
some photos. Visit my website at http://www.castingshadowphotography.com
May 20, 2007 at 3:08 pm
High school sports, with some rodeo, horse pulls, fireworks, and concert photos.
One of Michigan’s busiest action photojournalists, Cincoman Digital Imaging, aka Fiveman, shares works via MLive’s preps message boards.
Contact admin@cincoman.com
June 4, 2007 at 5:18 pm
New to the PRO photography game (shutterbug for a few decades though), but since moving to upper Michigan love it even more — Yes, even when I can’t break even for the year !
Thanks for allowing me to post here. Very nice site. Come visit us at our site.
Christine
http://www.ikesysenter.com
ceo@ikesysenter.com
June 21, 2007 at 9:27 am
I love Michigan and I love creating images — the two go very well together.
Bob
June 26, 2007 at 1:27 pm
I’m from Livonia Michigan and If you love scenic waterfall photos, please visit my website:
http://www.escapingtoparadise.com
I have pictures from upper Michigan and 14 other states.
Nick
July 4, 2007 at 3:18 pm
I have posted, on my website, new photos of Port Austin, Michigan.
July 14, 2007 at 2:56 pm
Hello from a Michigan nature photographer!
http://www.grafphoto.com
blog: http://www.grafphoto.com/wordpress
August 8, 2007 at 12:12 am
I live in the Rockford, Michigan area and have taken many images around the West Michigan and lakeshore areas. Stop on over for a visit:
http://www.StacyN.com
http://www.niedzwiecki.blogspot.com
September 16, 2007 at 12:34 pm
I post photos fo Michigan everyday, mostly barns, flowers, wildlife, birds, nature and everyday life in Michigan.
November 20, 2007 at 5:41 am
Hello everyone! I’m also a Michigan Photographer, and I have just started my career as a pro.
Feel free to take a look at my work.
November 23, 2007 at 2:40 pm
http://susiehopkins.smugmug.com/
For your viewing pleasure..
December 2, 2007 at 10:43 pm
I just came across your site while doing a search for Mackinac Bridge fireworks pictures. I’m a MI photographer and thought you might enjoy the pix I captured during the 50th Anniversary celebration.
http://www.knlmedia.com
Enjoy!
December 27, 2007 at 8:56 am
What a talented group of photographers! It’s nice to see so many great photos of Michigan in one place. I check this site frequently to find fresh talent and great photos for Michigan History magazine. Keep taking pictues everyone! Your sharp eye for the perfect shot keeps people interested in Michigan and all the beauty our state has to offer.
January 21, 2008 at 9:18 am
Hello friends,
I am fascinated with the spirit and vitality of Detroit. Please check out my images here-
http://www.flickr.com/photos/justbeamensch/sets/72157603308451255/
Thanks-
Don Jones[justbeamensch]
January 22, 2008 at 8:11 pm
Hi everyone, wonderful to see so many other Michigan photographers. I was really pleased to see the piece on the front about the Shiawassee River. I’m in Owosso and the river is about 100 yards from my front door.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/quietjim
February 3, 2008 at 9:00 am
Hello! How wonderful is this!
I am a photographer out Cedar Springs, just north of Grand Rapids. I specialize in relationship photography. Everything from engagement pictures, weddings, maternity, baby, family, seniors, and all the other special events in your life.
You can find me at…
http://lvlphotography.blogspot.com/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ledavanderlaan/
~Leda
February 8, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Hi Everyone,
My name is Ellen Wilson and I am a writer/photographer based in Kalamazoo MI. I have a wide variety of Michigan Pictures that I haven’t yet used on my blog yet. Oh yeah, there is one: the Perch Plate! You can find me at:
http://ellen-wilsonswordsandpictures.blogspot.com/
I will check back and visit some of you. Right now I have to get this article finished!
E
March 4, 2008 at 9:53 am
My name is Ruben, I wanted to say I’m not from this town but I like old pictures. The old days and the simplier way live was and looked stays in my memory as a kid. As a kid I can remember till the age of five which would put me in 1968 and thats what I remember seeing lots of old cars and 68 on down. In 1968 My family had a 1954 chevy and 1956 chevy. There were still lots of 50s, 40s, and some 30s and of course 60s cars but the Times were still simplier. Thanks for letting me see your side of town. Ruben
March 11, 2008 at 4:20 pm
Hi all — just stumbled on this site while looking for shots of Miner’s Castle AFTER… I shoot all over, do fine art shows in the summertime. My site is http://www.parkerparker.info — blog also. Feel free to drop me a line!
March 20, 2008 at 10:07 am
I am a photographer in the Flint area of Michigan. Check out my work at http://www.redbubble.com/people/TerryD
March 22, 2008 at 6:32 pm
Been a lurker in this site for a month or so now. Just popped into this link for the first time. I’m down in Kalamazoo and haven’t ventured to far away since getting heavy in to photography.
Got several pics from Yankee Springs area and from South Haven. Check them out at http://jimbofoxman.zenfolio.com
March 28, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Bay city photographer. Sort of a unique view of not only the city but its oddities as well. Heck judge for yourself. http://geoffe.blogspot.com
April 14, 2008 at 4:55 pm
My new Detroit color photography book published by Wayne State University Press is now available.
Talking Shops: Detroit Commercial Folk Art is a look at the efforts to maintain the American Dream of owning your own business and selling a message painted on buildings, signs, and walls. Examples of Talking Shops can be seen at: davidclementsproductions.com.