Manhattan, KS

If you walked by the K-State rec fields in Manhattan, Kansas on a Thursday night this summer, you might have seen a mix of athletic diving catches, dramatic mid-air grabs, and at least a few people aggressively chasing a plastic disc like a golden retriever at the park. Welcome to the Manhattan Ultimate Summer League! […]

The wait is officially over! The Riley County Fair is kicking off today at Cico Park in Manhattan, Kansas. From the hard work of the local 4-H kids in the livestock barns to the smell of funnel cake and the neon glow of the carnival midways, there is no better place to capture summer memories. […]

I know the struggle of a Kansas winter. The grass is dormant, the trees are bare, and the landscape can feel a bit bland. However, as a photographer who documents the true colors of my clients, I have found that the winter is actually the best time to lean into urban textures. When the nature […]

Love at First Meow: Capturing the Magic of Cattails Adoption Events in Manhattan, KS There is a specific kind of energy at a pet adoption event and the Cattails organization in Manhattan, KS, has it all. It’s a mix of hope, a little bit of nervous tail-twitching, and the quiet, electric moment when a human […]

Exploring Sunset Zoo: A Photographer’s Paradise in the Heart of Kansas Nestled in the rolling Flint Hills just minutes from downtown Manhattan, Sunset Zoo is more than a community zoo. It’s an immersive wildlife destination that blends conservation, interactive exhibits, and scenic landscapes into a photographer’s dream setting. With more than 300 animals representing over […]

Manhattan’s Museum of Art + Light opened in November 2024. Local social media groups critiqued the design and necessity for another museum so close in proximity to the Flint Hills Discovery Center. And after opening, there were plenty of mixed reviews on the exhibits being worth the cost of entry. But, when I finally visited […]

Have you visited the Cat Cafe in Manhattan, KS, yet? No? You are totally missing out! The Little Apple’s favorite pet store, Sunflower Pet, moved into their new location at 3236 Kimball Avenue and officially opened their doors on December 29, 2024. On June 4, 2025, Manhattan’s first Cat Cafe opened as the purrfect place […]

It was just shy of my twelve year mark in Manhattan, KS that a client told me to go check out Roger Schultz Park just up the road. It’s hard to believe I’ve been a photographer for 10 years in Manhattan and had never heard of this park. Roger Schultz Community Park, formerly known as […]

Check out this list of must see hidden gems in Kansas. Whether you are new to Kansas or a native, you won’t want to skip this! I was living in Bay Area California when I found out that my family would be moving to Kansas. After a year in San Diego, 5 years in Santa […]

When I decided to become a professional photographer, I had no idea just how many specialties I’d have to master. Marketing and accounting are obvious ones. But, in addition to becoming a master of light, I was forced to become proficient in everything from newborn health/safety and customer relations to contractual law and meteorology. And […]