Hi there! I'm Mark Phillips, and I'd love to share the story of how my son Hunter inspired something amazing.
In 2013, my life transformed in the most beautiful ways – I married my wonderful wife, and together we welcomed our son, Hunter James, into the world. But let me back up a bit, because this story actually begins with my own wedding journey.
Like many couples, my wife and I dove into the whirlwind of wedding planning. I'll be honest – I was more excited about cake tasting than finding a photographer (and would have happily gone with the lowest bidder!). But fate had other plans. At a local bridal show, we stumbled upon a photographer whose work simply took our breath away. Yes, his pricing was a bit above our budget, but his creativity, personality, and artistic vision were exactly what we didn't know we needed. By some stroke of luck, he was available for our date, and that decision changed everything.
When we received our wedding photos, something clicked. The way he captured our day, the emotions, the tiny moments – it moved me in a way I never expected. That's when the crazy idea hit: I wanted to give other couples that same feeling. Within weeks, Hunter James Photography was born (because let's face it, "Mark Phillips Photography" just didn't have the same ring to it!).
Of course, I quickly learned that owning professional camera gear doesn't automatically make you a professional photographer. Those first photos? Let's just say they didn't quite match the magic I'd seen in our wedding albums. But instead of giving up, I poured myself into learning, growing, and developing my craft.
Now, years later, I'm ready to create that same magic I experienced in 2013 for you. This isn't just about taking pictures – it's about getting to know your story, being there for your precious moments, and creating images that will move you the way I was moved. I want to give you more than just a photography session; I want to give you the Hunter James Experience.
Take a look through my gallery, and if my work speaks to you, I'd love to chat. Let's create something beautiful together.
Ready to start your story? Give me a call or drop me a note – I can't wait to hear from you!
“Mark is one of the best photographers I have ever met! We wouldn’t want to work with anyone else. He’s so thoughtful, fun and professional! He did our maternity pictures and I can’t wait to see what he does for newborn pictures and of course our wedding! Thanks Mark!”
“You could see the creative juices flowing. The whole day. Very easy going, truly an artist. God has blessed him with an incredible eye. Beautiful and original photos. Keep on keepin on Hunter. Thankful for the opportunity to see things through lenses.”