More than 15 years in, I'm still settling into my photography sweet spot. However, I think 2025 was as close to ideal as I could have asked for. I've really enjoyed the increased coverage of stage & performing arts work - it's a blast. I also continued to add corporate events to the calendar, working with some amazing West Michigan organizations. I'm also blessed to have the opportunity to continue covering races and concerts in and around Grand Rapids, and there were some great ones this year! And of course, many family highlights to choose from.
Below, you'll find a smattering of images, highlighting my best from 2025. Here's to 2026!
Photos are listed in chronological order.
Fans of Anne Wilson look on, as she prepares to join her band on stage, at Van Andel Arena.
Korey Cooper shreds, as Skillet closes out Winter Jam 2025, at Van Andel Arena.
Amazing desserts provided for guests, at Spirits of Hope - Detroit.
Guests of Spirits of Hope - Detroit take a selfie, with Ford Field in the background.
TobyMac high-fives fans down the runway, at Van Andel Arena.
Donkey, frozen in time, during Northview High School's production of "Shrek: The Musical.
Cast members from Northview High School's production of "Shrek: The Musical". It was an amazing performance!
Dragon, belting out amazing vocals, during "Shrek: The Musical."
Excited fans get ready for Forrest Frank to come on stage, at Van Andel Arena.
"An Evening at Hogwarts" with the Grand Rapids Symphony
Chef Jacob Austin receives the MHF Rising Star award, at the 2025 ProStart Competition.
June, performing with her ballet company.
Harry, staring in at his catcher, ready to deliver a strike.
Michigan Adventure Race participants enter the water to find checkpoints along the river.
Sara Watkins, expertly fiddling, with trio I'm With Her, on a rainy night at Frederik Meijer Gardens.
A volunteer tumbles through the water during the Kids Steeplechase event, at the Brian Diemer 5K.
Chris Robinson, of the Black Crowes, at GLC Live at 20 Monroe.
Gary Clark Jr., at Frederik Meijer Gardens, on a lovely summer evening.
My Team Triumph volunteers help a courageous competitor cross the finish line, at the Zeeland Zoom 5K.
Racers cross the tracks during the 100 mile Coast 2 Coast race, near Ludington.
Sisters, sisters...
Ben Kunciatis of K Group Companies welcomes guests to a security lunch & learn.
"I have a reason to smile" :-)
Photo session with For His Glory Ballet dancers, featuring the dancer portraying The Burning Bush.
A dancer playing Aaron, blowing his horn, during For His Glory's production of "The Prince of Egypt."
The Burning Bush consoling Moses, during "The Prince of Egypt".
Ramsesse carries his dying son, with the Angle of Death in the background, during "The Prince of Egypt".
Senior photos with my beautiful daughter Nora.
Runners round the bend, at the Gazelle Sports Middle School Cross Country Team event, in Cedar Springs.
Runners cross the Sixth Street Bridge on a sunny Sunday morning, during the 2025 Bridge Run.
A golfer at the Michael P. Lettinga Golf Classic, benefiting Hope Network.
A Michigan Adventure Race competitor punches a checkpoint from his kayak.
Herman Li. Enough said.
Dew drops glistening in the bright morning sun, during the Mt. Everest ultra running event.
The start of the first annual Fallasburg 5K.
Mr. P getting doused with a bucket of water, at the end of Northview's fall choir concert (yes, they were singing a sea shanty).
Brant Hansen speaking at A Night to Cure 2025.
A live-streamed interview, leading up to Mary Free Bed's Thrive banquet.
Kent Riddle, CEO of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, addressing a huge crowd at Thrive 2025.
Lieutenant Colonel Robert J. Darling recounting his inspirational experience in the White House bunker, on 9/11, at the C3 Tech Summit.
Nora (right) leading the way on her piccolo, during the Northview High School Christmas Concert.
Dancers perform during "A Christmas Carol", with For His Glory Ballet.
Whoville 5K runners pose with Santa, before the race.
My three beautiful daughters singing together during our church's Christmas Eve service.
My mother-in-law Judy holding her first great-granddaughter for the first time.