Dance, Sports & Media Day Portraits | Charlotte NC

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The excitement of a new season was in the air as the Parkwood High School varsity cheerleaders came together for their football season kickoff Media Day. With the energy and spirit only cheerleaders can bring, this session was all about capturing the pride, teamwork, and anticipation of Friday night lights. From classic uniform portraits to fun squad moments filled with smiles and laughter, each image celebrated the athletes who lead the crowd and bring the school spirit to life. This Media Day wasn’t just about photos—it was about marking the start of another unforgettable season for the Wolf Pack.

Parkwood Varsity Cheer Media Day

Parkwood Varsity Cheer Media Day

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Recital day is one of the most special moments in a dancer’s journey—whether it’s their very first year stepping on stage or their final performance before moving on to new adventures. The excitement, the costumes, the proud smiles, and the joy of dance all come together to create memories that deserve to be cherished forever. These recital images from Dance Carolina capture not only the artistry on stage, but also the heart, dedication, and celebration behind the performance. Every twirl, every bow, every proud moment is preserved so dancers and their families can relive this milestone for years to come.

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Studio Dance Portraits

Dance Carolina - dance studio portraits 

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The varsity volleyball team at Cuthbertson High School used their Media Day to do more than just capture classic team and individual portraits—they also brought the energy with spirit day photos designed for social media hype. From strong, game-ready poses to fun, spirited shots that show off their personality and school pride, this session gave the Cavaliers everything they need to showcase their team on and off the court. It was the perfect mix of professional media coverage and spirited content to kick off an exciting season ahead.

CHS varsity Volleyball Media Day

CHS Varsity Volleyball Media Day

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On the field at Cuthbertson High School, this individual lacrosse session captured the intensity and pride that come with years of dedication to the game. With exclusive access to the field, we created images that highlighted both the strength and focus of a senior athlete in the place where so many practices, games, and memories have unfolded. From powerful, action-inspired poses with his stick on the turf to more reflective moments along the sidelines, every image told the story of his time as a Cavalier. This session wasn’t just about lacrosse—it was about honoring the discipline, teamwork, and passion that shaped his high school experience and celebrating his senior season in a way that felt bold, authentic, and uniquely his. 🥍

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MRHS FootBall Portraits

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Under the Friday night lights, this session brought all the energy of game day to life. With exclusive on-field access at Marvin Ridge High School, we captured the grit, determination, and pride of a senior football player in the place that has defined so many of his high school memories. From powerful action-inspired poses on the turf to quiet moments along the sidelines, every image told the story of his years as a Maverick. This session wasn’t just about football—it was about celebrating dedication, teamwork, and the excitement of senior year in a way that felt truly authentic.

Carter - Marvin Ridge Football

Carter - 
MRHS FootBall Portraits

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The Cuthbertson Men’s Varsity Soccer team brought their personality and school pride to the spotlight during Media Day. From individual portraits that showed off each athlete’s confidence and style to senior team photos that honored this year’s leaders, the session was filled with energy and camaraderie. The guys kept things fun while still capturing sharp, professional images—perfect for both season highlights and senior year memories. It was the ideal way to showcase the Cavaliers’ spirit as they head into another exciting season on the pitch.

CUthbertson Men's Soccer Media Day

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senior soccer media day 

Which Is Right for Your Charlotte Area Sports Team Program?

While both options provide professional images of your athletes, they serve very different purposes. Understanding the difference can help you choose the experience that best fits your team's goals.

Athletic Portrait Day or Team Media Day: 

Team Media Day

Athletic Portrait Days are the modern version of traditional sports photography. They are streamlined, efficient, and ideal for schools, athletic programs, dance studios, and organizations that need professional images while keeping the process simple.

This option is perfect for:
• Team rosters and yearbook submissions
• Individual athlete portraits
• Parent photo package sales
• Dance studios and organizations that want a classic portrait experience
• Senior banners and recognition displays

With an Athletic Portrait Day, I handle the entire process from scheduling and organization to image delivery and parent ordering. Coaches and directors can focus on their athletes while families enjoy a simple and professional experience.

The result is a polished collection of timeless images that serve the practical needs of your program while giving parents beautiful portraits of their athletes.

Athletic Portrait Day

Team Media Days are where creativity, excitement, and team culture come to life.

Rather than simply documenting who is on the team, Media Days are designed to showcase who your team is.

Using dramatic lighting, dynamic posing, creative concepts, team branding, and specialty edits, Media Days create the type of content athletes are excited to share and programs are proud to promote.

This option is perfect for:
• Season hype and promotion
• Social media content
• Schedule graphics and announcements
• Team branding and recruiting materials
• Program marketing
• Creating excitement and team pride

Media Day images capture energy, confidence, and personality. Athletes step in front of the camera and feel like stars. The experience builds excitement for the season while creating content that helps elevate the image of your program.

Think of it this way:

Athletic Portrait Day documents your roster.

Team Media Day showcase individual programs.

One is focused on creating clean, professional portraits for banners, rosters, yearbooks, and parent purchases.

The other is focused on creating excitement, building team culture, and producing the bold, attention-grabbing images today's athletes love to share.

Charlotte Sports Photography Collections

Powerful • Dynamic • Fearless

A Team Media Day is more than a photo shoot—it's an experience.

Programs select the Media Day package that best aligns with their goals, and together we create a customized experience designed to showcase the energy, personality, and identity of your team.

From dramatic athlete portraits and dynamic posing to creative team imagery and social media-ready content, Media Day is all about creating excitement around your program. Athletes love the experience, coaches gain powerful marketing assets, and teams walk away with images that build pride long before the first game, competition, or performance begins.

This isn't picture day.

This is your program's chance to make a statement.

Athletic
Portraits

Team Media Day

Individual Athlete / Dancer 

Not part of a team booking? No problem.

Individual Athlete and Dancer Sessions offer a personalized experience designed to showcase your passion, dedication, and personality. Unlike traditional sports portraits, these sessions are customized around you, creating bold, dynamic images that highlight your unique story and connection to your sport or art.

Whether you're a dancer preparing for auditions, a senior athlete celebrating your final season, or simply wanting images that reflect your hard work and achievements, we'll create a gallery that feels authentic, powerful, and uniquely yours.

This is more than a photo session—it's a chance to celebrate the athlete, dancer, and person you've worked so hard to become.

Athletic Portrait Days are designed to make the process as easy as possible for coaches, directors, and program leaders. Once we select a date, I take care of the rest.

A customized booking portal is created specifically for your organization, allowing parents to select and purchase the package that best fits their needs before picture day arrives. From communication and scheduling to image delivery and ordering, every detail is handled for you.

On session day, athletes move efficiently through the process while receiving professional individual portraits and team images, creating everything your program needs for banners, rosters, yearbooks, and parent keepsakes.

All you have to do is show up with your teams. I'll handle the rest.

Ready to Get Started?


Investment varies based on the type of session, number of participants, and overall goals. Custom quotes are provided for all Individual, Athletic Portrait Days and Team Media Day experiences.

Investment

Whether you're planning an Athletic Portrait Day, a high-energy Team Media Day, or an Individual Athlete Session, every experience is tailored to your program, athlete, or organization.

From the initial planning stages through final image delivery, I'll guide you every step of the way to ensure a seamless experience and images that celebrate the hard work, dedication, and passion behind every season.

If you're ready to create something incredible, fill out the contact form below and let's start planning a session that's as unique as your team, athlete, or program.

looking to recognize your seniors this season?

SENIOR SPORTS BANNERS

Make your athlete or dancer’s senior year unforgettable with a custom banner photo! Perfect for team displays, locker rooms, school hallways, or senior celebrations, these banners feature high-impact, pro-level portraits captured during Media Day sessions.

Banners are fully customizable, highlighting your athlete’s personality, uniform, and style, while adding a bold, professional touch that stands out. Whether you’re honoring a senior on the team or creating a keepsake for home, this add-on turns your Media Day session into a lasting, display-worthy memory.

📌 Available as an add-on to any Athletic Portrait or Media Day session — make your athlete’s senior year truly shine!

Pricing starts at $65.00

SENIOR BANNERS