Close-up of a photographic lens

There is no shortage of photographers in the Tri-Cities, professionals eager to make your memories last a lifetime. Whether you need a formal photo for work, photographs of a lifetime event like a wedding, photographs that announce the new baby who joined your family, those special high school senior photos, action photos of your child’s athletic victories, or just that family Christmas card photo…you can find the perfect professional to record it!

Brittney Kluse

A quick visit to Brittney Kluse’s website at http://brittneykluse.com/ and you’ll quickly see why Ms. Kluse has been voted the Tri-Cities’ best photographer for several years running. The vibrancy of her images blended with the revealed personality of her subjects is unparalleled. This professional photographer offers senior photos, baby photos, weddings, and any other special event you want to keep in print. Ms. Kluse also offers a program of mentoring called Rise Up. She has mentored several hundred photographers in areas such as mastering manual camera settings, getting published in magazines, blogs and social media, and even learning photoshop tips and tricks. So, if you are wanting to learn how to become the go-to family recorder of memories in photos, Ms. Kluse is available for all things photography.

Tri-City Photography Club

Additionally, the Tri-City Photography Club offers membership to those interested in pursuing their creative passion of capturing life and landscape on film. This group of locals meets monthly on the second Thursday of every month at the Benton County PUD building from 6:30-8:30 pm. Besides presentations by photographers, the group organizes photography walks, providing the opportunity to share skills and artistic prowess. According to their website, the group had 177 members (cost is $25.00/year) in 2019. While COVID has closed opportunities to gather for the past year, the group will certainly begin exploring our region for that perfect shot again soon. Membership is open to beginners using cell phones to professionals earning a living behind the lens of a high-end camera. You can explore their impressive website at https://tricityphotoclub.com/ where you will find a membership link.

John Clement

If you are looking to purchase award-winning photography of our region, or visit a gallery of his displayed work, a well-loved local photographer is John Clement. Photos of nature in our region are best captured by this Tri-City native. His eye for the beauty of the mountains, the clouds, the flora, the rainbows, and the novelty of the lightning during a desert thunderstorm, is impeccable. You can see his work up close and personal at Kiona Winery in Benton City and at the Allied Arts Gallery at the entrance to Howard Amon Park in Richland. Mr. Clement’s website, www.johnclementgallery.com, offers a view into the scope of his photographic art, a link to the pricing of various prints, and information about the photographer’s background. Mr. Clement’s phone contact is 509-735-7699.

Savor the Memories

Whether looking for something as simple as a photographer to take senior photos, or thirsting to learn more about photography yourself, or seeking to purchase photographic art, the Tri-Cities offers a wealth of photographic opportunities in our community.

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