When Miko’s mom reached out asking if I’d be interested in trying out for the photographer position for his hockey team, I had to pause for a second. Sports photography isn’t something I had dipped into before, so I wanted to make sure it was the right fit for me. After a little research—checking out styles, setups, and whether I had the gear to make it happen—I found myself getting inspired.


That inspiration led me to invest in two wand lights to help create the dramatic look I had in mind. Paired with a 4-light setup, the results blew me away. Honestly? I’m obsessed with how these portraits turned out.


This wasn’t my first time working with Miko—he’s been in front of my camera before during his family’s Christmas minis. At just 10 years old, he’s full of character, confidence, and a great mix of fun and focus. That energy translated perfectly into these hockey portraits, giving them the exact spark I was hoping for.


What started as “let’s try this out” has now turned into a whole new spark of creativity for me. Miko’s session not only gave us some epic portraits—it also inspired me to start exploring the world of sports photography. I can honestly say I’m excited to start capturing the art of performance in a whole new way.

A young hockey player in white jersey demonstrates proper puck handling technique in a sequence of shots.
Martial arts student in white uniform and black belt performs graceful flowing movements against dark background.
Young hockey player in a white jersey numbered 14 poses with equipment against dark background.
A young hockey player poses in a white jersey and black gloves against a dark background.
A hockey player in white jersey performs sliding poses on roller skates against a dark studio background.
A hockey player in white jersey number 4 poses in a split position on ice against a dark background.
Young hockey player in white jersey and blue pants crouches in defensive position against dark background.
Young hockey player in white jersey number 14 kneeling on gray surface against dark background.
Young hockey player in white jersey and blue pants practicing stick handling skills in a dramatic studio setting.
A hockey player in white jersey number 14 stands ready on the ice with a stick and puck.
Hockey player in white jersey and protective gear holds stick in defensive stance from four different angles on dark background.
A young skater in a white jersey poses with hockey gear and ice skates against a black background in studio portraits.
Young ice hockey player in white jersey playfully poses on black background during professional studio photoshoot.
A hockey player in white attire demonstrates proper skate lacing technique on dark background.
A composite set of six hockey player headshots wearing helmets and uniforms in white.
A young hockey player in a white jersey and gear shoots a puck against a dark background in a series of action shots.
Young hockey player poses in white jersey and protective gear against dark background.
A hockey player in white uniform sits alone against a dark background demonstrating stick handling techniques.

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