Capturing the candid beautiful moments of your life
Specializing in Central Oregon photo tours and photography workshops.
At Michael Nelson Photography, we do more than take pictures — we create an experience. Specializing in high-volume team photography, media day portraits, and tournament action coverage, we bring a polished, professional approach that makes photo day seamless for athletes, coaches, and schools across Central Oregon — including Bend, Redmond, Prineville, La Pine, and beyond. With national-level experience as a freelance photographer for USA TODAY Sports Images, we deliver bold, magazine-quality images that capture the energy, pride, and unique spirit of every athlete and team. Whether it’s media day portraits, game-day action, or custom senior banners, we handle every detail with precision — ensuring your athletes look their best and your photo day runs stress-free. When you choose Michael Nelson Photography, you’re getting more than pictures — you’re getting a big-league experience for your athletes, programs, and events.
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Luxury boudoir photography studio in central Oregon. Helping women feel like the powerful badass babes that they are.
