Meet Steve Whysall — Professional Photographer & Photojournalist with 25+ Years of Experience

Proudly Serving Maryland, Washington D.C. & Virginia

Photography has taken me on an incredible 25+ year journey — one that started at The Corcoran Gallery of Art, where I earned my degree in Photography, and led to working alongside one of National Geographic’s most renowned photographers, Richard Nowitz.

For five years, I had the honor of assisting and shooting editorial work across the country, learning firsthand what it takes to capture images that inform, inspire, and endure. Along the way, I contributed aerial photographs to a National Geographic publication featuring our nation’s capital — a career milestone that continues to shape my perspective behind the lens.

I have photographed travel destinations for Conde Nast and World Magazine. 

As a photojournalist for Greenpeace, I was responsible for photographing toxic environments for several ad campaigns.

Another assignment took me to the Badlands of South Dakota where I lived among the Lakota Sioux. While there I developed a series of photographs telling a story of these proud people, their rich culture and how the modern world has impacted their survival.

Executive Head Shots

Over the years I have been selected to photograph numerous corporate executives for ad campaigns, annual reports, and official portraits. I have taken portraits of President George W. Bush along with members of his cabinet, including Donald Rumsfeld, and the Prime Minister of Poland.  

Former Chef

I was a chef before I was a photographer.  A severe burn injury made me consider changing careers.  I had always enjoyed photography, so while healing I took some photos and applied to The Corcoran gallery of Art.  

My chef experience is what helps me bring a unique quality to my food photography. My love of food is clear, as you want to sit down and take a bite from every picture. I take pride in styling my own food photography.  I am convinced that your food photos need to reflect what the meat is meant to look like and how all the flavors work together. Save your money on a food stylist with me.

Wedding Photographer

My wedding motto is:  "When your wedding day is over, all you have are your memories and your photos.  Make sure your photographer has the experience to capture the beauty of your day that will leave your family and friends breathless!"  

Through my wedding photography, I provide each couple with a beautiful documentary of your very special day. Using a photojournalist approach, I capture the intimate moments throughout the day along with the personality of you and your guests to provide a rich pictorial and a life long memory of your wedding.