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Five questions to ask before hiring a professional photographer for athlete portraits
When looking for a professional photographer for your teenage athlete, it's important to ask these five questions so you find the right image maker.

Dave Pidgeon
3 days ago5 min read


Why teen athletes need to see themselves differently
Sometimes a young athlete tells themselves they made a "bad play." But sometimes that turns into "I'm a bad player." Today, we discuss the importance of building positive identity in teen athletes.

Dave Pidgeon
Sep 293 min read


Yes, I provide casual high school senior portraits
When people hear Creative Sports Photography, they usually think of dramatic athlete portraits. Stadium lights. Bold poses. Smoke. Uniforms. Images that celebrate years of hard work and dedication. They're right. But they're also only seeing part of the picture. Let's talk about high school senior portraits and how they fit into the Be Elite experience.

Dave Pidgeon
Sep 223 min read


What college coaches notice beyond game film
Highlight videos are crucial in the college recruiting process. But it's not the only thing coaches are looking at. Let's dive in to make sure you have the best, most well-rounded approach to college recruiting.

Dave Pidgeon
Sep 153 min read


From Little League to varsity: Where did the time go?
Seasons go by faster than we think. The games, uniforms, and milestones won't last forever, but thoughtful photographs help preserve the story of who your athlete was during this unforgettable chapter.

Dave Pidgeon
Sep 83 min read


When your teen says: "I Don't Want Athlete Portraits"
It's normal if your teen says "I don't want to do that" when you ask if they'd like professional portraits. Here's what you might do to help convince them athlete portraits are worth it.

Dave Pidgeon
Aug 254 min read


Signs your athlete is losing confidence (and what you can do about it)
Confidence can fade. Any parent of a young athlete has seen it, but we sometimes just don't know what to do about it. Let's dive into this and discover how we can help our young athletes turn things around and feel confidence again.

Dave Pidgeon
Aug 183 min read


Building a personal brand as a student-athlete
Your teen athlete already has a personal brand. Believe it. Rather than leave it to chance, you can be intentional about it in a way that boosts your reputation among coaches, teammates, and future employers. Let's explore how.

Dave Pidgeon
Aug 113 min read


The photos you'll wish you had
These seasons go way to fast, for our teens and for us parents. All the snapshots on our phones, they tell the story of this time. But professional portraits of your athlete become treasures ... or they become the images you wish you had made time for. Find out why.

Dave Pidgeon
Aug 43 min read


How photos impact college recruiting (more than you realize)
Many parents don't realize how professional photography can give their teenage athlete an edge in the college recruiting world. Let's explore what it means to have elite-level portraits as your teen enters the college recruiting gauntlet.

Dave Pidgeon
Jul 143 min read


NIL starts with visibility - even in high school
Recruiting, NIL, personal branding - it all begins with visibility. And visibility matters to young student-athletes more than many parents realize. Today, we'll dive into why professional portraits are worthy investment in helping your family's athlete on their journey.

Dave Pidgeon
Jul 73 min read


The difference between a snapshot and a legacy portrait
A snapshot says "This happened." A legacy portrait says "This mattered." Let's explore the differences and why both are important to own.

Dave Pidgeon
Jun 303 min read


Why team picture day isn’t enough anymore
Team picture day is often not enough. Not enough to showcase who your student athletes is. A personalize athlete portrait fills the gap.

Dave Pidgeon
Apr 142 min read


Why confidence matters more than stats for teenage athletes
Confidence, not stats, is what truly shapes a teenage athlete’s experience. It directly impacts how they perform under pressure.

Dave Pidgeon
Apr 73 min read


How to make athlete social media a little easier
Having a social media account for your athlete journey is hard. Let's try and make it easier today.

Dave Pidgeon
May 2, 20244 min read


The CSP Story: It all began with T-Ball
All around me was chaos. You know what I mean? Kids younger than first graders goofed around in their baseball uniforms, wrestling or...

Dave Pidgeon
Apr 4, 20243 min read
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