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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


What I'm really creating (It's not just a photo)
Every parent has hundreds, maybe thousands, of pictures of their young athlete. Those pictures matter. But what I create at Creative Sports Photography is different, and in this post, I explore exactly how.

Dave Pidgeon
Sep 13 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


Five reasons why parents are investing in athlete portraits
You might've wondered - "are professional portraits for my teen athlete worth it?" Well, is remembering this incredibly formative chapter of their lives worth it? I think so. And so do many parents of athletes, which is why I listed five reasons why parents like you invest in elite portraiture for their teens.

Dave Pidgeon
Jul 283 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


The hidden confidence in professional portraits for young athletes
Professional portraits for young athletes isn't about vanity. It's about confidence. It's about the difference between "I play sports" and "I am an athlete." Today, I dive into how professional portraits can boost a teenager's confidence.

Dave Pidgeon
May 123 min read


How to support your student-athlete without adding any pressure
Coaches coach. Parents, though, can be something entirely different and in a way that supports their teenage athlete in surprising ways.

Dave Pidgeon
May 53 min read
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