The work

A few sessions I'm proud of

Engagements, dogs, quiet afternoons by the water, and businesses at work. If something here feels like what you're after, let's talk.

Portraits

People, as they actually are

Seniors, milestones, golden hour, or no occasion at all: portrait sessions built around who you are, not a pose list. These are recent favorites.

Waterfront portrait of Astrid wearing a beanie and scarf, portrait photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Senior portrait of Liora in a white dress on campus, graduation photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD photographer

Woman in a blue dress laughing beneath pink cherry blossoms

Woman in a blue dress standing beneath pink cherry blossoms

Moody studio portrait of a man in a hoodie and cap reading Yes, portrait photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

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Pets

Pet portraits

No commands, no stress. We work at your pet's pace and photograph the exact goofball you know at home. Featuring Nova, Moops, and Reilly.

Moomps the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sitting in the grass, pet portrait by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

White and brown dog standing on a wooded path

Brown and white dog with blue eyes looking toward the camera

Close up portrait of a tan and white dog in a blue collar on a porch, pet photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Tan and white dog sitting on a sunny deck, pet portrait by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Beagle lying in the grass at a Frederick, MD park, pet portrait by Campbell Shepard

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Weddings & engagements

The in-between moments are the ones you'll keep coming back to: a look, a laugh, a quiet second by the water. I keep my wedding calendar deliberately small so I can be fully present for each one.

Black and white photograph of an engaged couple kissing, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Candid moment between a couple by the water, man in a tie, wedding and couples photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Black and white photograph of a couple sharing an apple at a Frederick area orchard, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard

Couple laughing together in an apple orchard in autumn, engagement session by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Couple smiling at each other with wine glasses in a Maryland vineyard, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard

Two people in wedding attire standing together in front of trees

Black and white close-up of two hands wearing rings

Bride and groom posing with their marriage certificate, playful wedding day portrait by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Newly engaged couple smiling at the camera beside a Frederick area lake, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard

Close up of an engagement ring on a woman's hand with her partner, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Playful engagement portrait of a couple showing off their rings by the water, Campbell Shepard photography, Frederick, MD

Newly engaged woman covering her face in happy surprise beside her partner, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard, Frederick, MD

Couple laughing together just after getting engaged beside a Frederick area lake, photography by Campbell Shepard

Newly engaged couple kissing, viewed from behind, at a Frederick area park, engagement photography by Campbell Shepard

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Seen enough?

If something here feels like you, let’s plan your session.

Most sessions start with one short message. Rough ideas welcome.

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Business & brand

Salty Chief K-9

Brand photography for Jay of Salty Chief K-9, a local dog handler, with the whole pack. The dogs cooperated better than most humans.

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Landscapes & places

The places between sessions

Frederick and the country around it, photographed for its own sake, including a pair from Hood College. A few favorites from this work are available as prints.