Can you take my picture please?
One of my day jobs is sports photography, and I love taking pickleball action shots. I call them pickleball "portraits" since they are typically close-up views of players totally involved in the action of the moment.
I take my camera to many tournaments, so you might pop up in my work, but if you would like me to make sure I get some shots of you (or your sponsored players) in action, please keep reading.
2024 Tournament Schedule
April 14-20, US Open, Naples, FL - First up in 2024 is the US Open - everyone's favorite tournament. With almost FIVE THOUSAND players this year, you need to have some action memories of the occasion. Please note that I am accepting only TWENTY FIVE requests for photos this year. Registrations will be open on April 1st.
April 27-28, Gatineau Open, Gatineau, QC - This is a very popular local tournament and promises to be an excellent experience. I will be accepting TWENTY requests for photos, and registrations will be open a week or so before the tournament. Please note that if you are only in one of the 3.0 events being held at the Community Centre on Saturday, I will NOT be able to take your photos.
Photos for Personal Use
You will get a minimum of eight edited action shots, licensed, and perfect for on-line social media use. I will track you down at your tournament and take your photos - all for only $89.95
Note that the licensing INCLUDES commercial use for any business that you personally own. In other words, if you own a small business where you teach pickleball, then you are free to use these photos for your business. The only exception will be that your sponsors will still need a commercial license to use your photos. Just have them contact me. This policy change is in direct response to feedback I received, and it should make things much easier for many people.
Also please note that, depending on the tournament schedule, there is a slim possibility that I may not be able to get photos of you. If that happens, then your fee will be refunded in full.
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Ready to have your photo taken?
Please use the link below to pay your fee.
If you have any questions, please contact me - Michael Gauthier at [email protected], or 613.293.3437
how about photos for tournament use?
I would be pleased to work as an official photographer for your tournament.
I typically provide 100+ images per day, capturing the action, medal ceremonies, and crowd excitement. These are edited, unmarked, hi-resolution images, with full rights for use in the marketing and promotion of your tournaments. I also post daily “best of” photos on Facebook from your tournament, generating a high level of immediate, social media interest and excitement for your event.