I do run a full service production company for photography and video, but if you want to know about me…. I was raised in the South, I do say Y’all occasionally and I might have a slight southern accent, just maybe ;) I’ve been taking pictures since I was in 7th grade. That’s when I discovered it was a good way to meet the cheerleaders, since I didn’t play any sports. I started getting paid for my photography at age 16, when I shot my first wedding, never having met the bride. Can you imagine what that bride must have been thinking when a skinny 16 year old kid showed up at her wedding and introduced himself as her wedding photographer!?

Currently, I’m an award winning commercial photographer who loves to capture those in-between moments, the unscripted and fun moments that happen around the scripted shots. I love collaborating with brands, agencies, and healthcare organizations to create imagery that feels natural, genuine, and relatable.

Oh yeah, I haven’t shot a wedding in over 15 years. I’m not complaining :)

I am based out of Charlotte, New York and Los Angeles.  

One last thing:  The daredevil, Evel Knievel, was one of the reasons I became a photographer. Ask me to tell you that story when we meet.

Select Clients

Walmart, Verizon, Bosch, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Meineke, Moen, Toyota, Abbott Labs, UNC Health, Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation, Wrangler, Champion, Hanes, Dole, Husqvarna, First Citizens Bank, National Gypsum/ProForm, Comcast/XUMO, Monster Mini Golf, Mattel/Barbie, FCB-Chicago, 2x4 Chicago, Accenture - L.A., Little Big Brands, Thomas Built, Britax, B.O.B. Gear, Belk, Rack Room, Sneak Peek, Visit Raleigh-Tourism, Meredith Publications, Sattler USA/Outdura and many, many more…

Some Nice Words About Me, From People I’ve Worked with

“Mark's friendly and personable demeanor made working with him feel like working with an old friend. He took the time to understand my vision for the shoot, which resulted in an enjoyable experience and a fantastic final product. I can’t recommend Mark enough and I’m looking forward to the next time!” - Sarah Hua (Art Director - FCB Chicago)

“Mark was so much fun to work with and I could not be happier with the results of our shoot.…… It was important to me that I partner with an experienced artist who could capture the depth, personality, and raw/candid humans and their sentiments throughout the shoot….. What we walked away with was incredible - feeling, energy, and every asset I needed to showcase our employer brand with a real sense of who our people are. The intangibles were fantastic too - I couldn't have hoped for a more fun, down-to-earth team to work with, between Mark and his team, It was a great time. I wouldn't hesitate in hiring Mark again.” - Leila Shamas (Global Talent Brand Leader at Nintex)

“Mark is a photographer who makes a photo shoot fun and brings out what we need in our models...personality. He is able to communicate well with them giving us great ending results. I love working with Mark!!!” - Diana Lang (Sr. Creative Services Producer - Home Depot)

“Mark is incredibly talented and was absolutely amazing to work with during our shoot. Highly recommend!” - Tracy Jones (Senior Visual Strategy Designer at RSM US LLP)

“Oh my gosh, I am trying to make a select list (of images) and I’m basically picking everyone. I’m really happy with the images!” - Allyson Stevens (Marketing Coordinator @ Wrangler)

“Anyone can take pictures of beautiful people, it takes a photographer like Mark Hanson to capture the essence of the moment, ever so seamlessly. What I love about Mark is he has the flexibility to roll with the moment, and that’s huge!"” - Michelle Zapata (Senior Manager of Production at Authentic Brands Group)

“Mark is such a pro at working with people and getting people to do what he wants them to do and look natural at it. He is an obvious choice, almost always, for people shoots.” - Jason Neman (Partner/CEO of Good Brand Company)