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Family photos shouldn't feel like a job interview. Let's make some noise.

Hi! I'm Jonathan, a photographer who happens to love Star Wars, loud metal music and capturing the kind of genuine human connection that's totally missing from most professional photos.

My clients aren't 'high-end models'—they're real people, families and athletes who want portraits that look authentic and super cool, not posed and painful.


What I Do Best

Sports

Tired of the same old boring sports pics? I specialize in dramatic, poster-worthy portraits for leagues, teams, and athletes. Forget the stiff, awkward lineup—we'll make your player look like a superstar without the cheesy smiles. Quick, painless, and actually fun.

⚽ Explore Sports Photography ⚾

Seniors

Look, nobody wants a boring senior picture. I specialize in senior portraits that look kick-ass. We can pull in their uniform, their guitar or their favorite vintage T-shirt. Forget the formal—let's make an image that screams 'them.' If they want a shot that their friends will actually talk about, they're in the right place.

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Families

No awkward posing marathons. Ever. If the thought of a stiff family session makes you cringe, we’re a perfect match. My focus is on having a genuinely fun, low-stress session that captures the real, messy, amazing connection your family actually has. Let's make memories, not models.

💖 Family Photography Info 💖

Why Choose the Quirky Metal-Head Photographer?

 

  • I Get It: Getting Your Photos Taken Can Suck. I'm easygoing and patient. If your kid is melting down or your spouse is fighting the camera, don't worry—I've seen worse, and I can handle it. We'll laugh it off and still get the shot.

  • I Do the Dramatic Stuff (no, not the Facebook drama stuff). You want a portrait that looks powerful? Good. I use lighting and creativity to get bold, unforgettable images that ditch the formality and demand attention. No basic backgrounds here.

  • Local and Loyal. Most of my business is built on repeat clients from right here in the community, often starting with sports. I’m not some fly-by-night operation—I care about capturing your milestones now and for years to come.

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How it works: 

📌 Step 1: Let's Connect. Send me a quick text or email about the kind of photos you need. We'll chat about your vision and see if we're a good fit. No sales pitch, I promise!

📆 Step 2: Book the Session. Once we're ready, we lock in your date for senior, family or athlete. I handle the contracts, you handle the easy part.

🌎 Step 3: Just Show Up & Rock It. Your job is to relax and be yourselves. My job is to wrangle the people, handle the camera and make sure we get those meaningful, dramatic shots without the pain.

🖼️ Step 4: Get Your Awesome Portraits. I'll deliver a gallery of the best images. You pick your favorites, and then we get your unforgettable photos printed and ready to show off!

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Here’s What Some Local Families Have Said:

Family Picture session in Rocky Mount, Virginia

"Your session was relaxed, we laughed, we talked, the kids enjoyed the time and location in Franklin County and the photos turned out beautiful!"

- Angela M

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Girl Senior portrait session taken in Ferrum and Rocky Mount Virginia

"Jonathan took our daughter's senior pictures in Ferrum and Rocky Mount Virginia. His creativity really captured her personality. We highly recommend Mess E Photos."

- Rhonda W

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Sports team picture taken in Boones Mill Virginia

"Absolutely wonderful photographer who is very family oriented and great with kids. I have used his services not only for soccer when I was coaching but for family pictures as well. Everything came out wonderful and it was easy to set dates for pictures and easy to find the picture destination which was in Rocky Mount."

- Jamie M

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