Shane DeLong

Hello, I’m Shane—a photographic craftsman based along the shores and islands of Lake Erie. My practice has expanded from editorial photography into commercial and fine art imagery, creating visual stories that elevate brands and give spaces a sense of presence and atmosphere.

My work has never been defined by a single subject or category. The specialization is not simply what I photograph, but how I see. Through a careful attention to light, composition, and storytelling, I create imagery that communicates character, emotion, and purpose. Whether working with a brand, a thoughtfully designed space, or a creative vision, my goal is to create photographs that go beyond documentation and leave a lasting impression.

A graduate of the Washington School of Photography (Washington, D.C., 2003), I developed my craft through apprenticeships with seasoned professionals within the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) and the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), progressing from production assistant to corporate staff photographer to independent creative. In 2008, I was certified by the Arizona Board of Education to teach Digital Media and Photography, bringing an educational foundation to my creative practice.

My creative imagery has been featured in Photographer’s Forum Magazine (Santa Barbara, California), Western News & Info Inc. (Cottonwood, Arizona), Landscape Photography Magazine (United Kingdom), and The Red Rock News (Sedona, Arizona), an internationally recognized arts community.

I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating on commercial and creative projects with West USA Realty (Prescott, Arizona), Frank’s Vintage Guitars (Sedona, Arizona), Carova Beach Fire Department (Carova, North Carolina), The Land Rover Experience (Biltmore and Virginia Beach), Twiddy & Company (Outer Banks, North Carolina), and The Island Guest House and Motel (Manteo, North Carolina), among others.

I enjoy collaborating with fellow creatives, interior designers, editors, architects, design-build professionals, and communications directors—anyone who values the power of visual storytelling. Whether you’re looking to showcase a thoughtfully designed space, elevate your brand, or create imagery that reflects your unique vision, I would welcome the opportunity to collaborate.

Shane DeLong

Alumnus of the Washington School of Photography
Member of the Professional Photographers of America
Member of the American Society of Media Photographers
Certified Digital Media & Photography Educator — Arizona Board of Education