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A self-portrait of NASA photographer Taylor Mickal

Growing up enamored with space and the search for new worlds, I have adopted a similar philosophy in my career as a photographer. I am always in pursuit of new projects and experiences, and have dedicated many years to cultivating an approach to the craft of photography that insists on a high standard to my work regardless of who or what my subject is.

I was born and raised in New Orleans, but have lived all over the US and have extensive experience as a professional photographer across several genres of work; I have photographed everything from politicians and rocket launches to high-end weddings and dance.

I worked as a contract photographer for National Geographic for over 3 years photographing the majority of their events at their headquarters in D.C., and took a position as a staff photographer for NASA for 4 years. In addition, I have been running my own photography business concurrently for a decade with an emphasis on events and portraiture.

The diversity of my experiences with photography and my many subjects has allowed me to produce beautiful photos in a variety of environments and events. Working in so many challenging situations over my career, including my time serving in the U.S. Navy, has allowed me to be highly effective in high-pressure situations and a quick problem solver.

Whatever your vision is. I’m capable of bringing that vision to life every time.

I stake my reputation on it.

Don’t take my word for it—
Read what others have to say below!

Reviews

  • A photo of NASA's logo.

    "He captured significant events that will become a part of NASA’s history. His personal dedication and sustained commitment to significantly exceed expectations have earned him distinguished performance ratings as well as awards in the Directorate."

    NASA Supervisor - Victoria Jenkins

  • Logo for the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C.

    “His shots are stunning, vibrant and always tell a story.”

    International Spy Museum

  • "Taylor Mickal is not only a master of his craft. He is a highly perceptive and humane communicator in the visual language that is a cornerstone of our culture."

    Emmy-Winning Journalist Bill Gentile

  • A headshot of fellow photographer and friend Akbar Sayed

    "Taylor is an exceptional photographer and his portraiture is stunning. He’s a great communicator when posing and knows how to bend light perfectly."

    Akbar Sayed

  • A photo of a military burial ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA.

    "Taylor photographed my grandfather’s funeral at Arlington National Cemetery and treated the occasion with all the reverence and care it deserved. The photos beautifully captured an extremely meaningful day for my family, and Taylor was professional, responsive, and went above and beyond to give us wonderful photos.”

    Libby White

  • Taylor went above and beyond, and ensured that my vision become reality. My fiancée and I are so happy with the photos; he did a great job of capturing the excitement and joy of the evening, from the impromptu moments to the ones I had scripted in my head.

    Sam Sanchez

  • "On both a vendor / professional level and a photographer / artist level, Taylor is amazing. As a professional, he is easy to work with and responsive. He was easily the best wedding vendor we’ve worked with, and we worked with a lot of amazing vendors."

    Selena William

  • "Taylor Mickal is a phenomenal photographer. I am usually one to shy away from the camera, but his calm, patient, and professional demeanor made me feel confident and at ease. Obtaining a photographer with a great eye and placid communication skills, so as to reassure the model, is hard to find."

    Rachel B.

  • " During the planning process, we were continually impressed by Taylor's professionalism and dedication to our event. He was always quick to respond whenever we had questions and really went above and beyond the traditional role of photographer, offering so much useful advice for our wedding as well as photo shoots. On top of all that, he's a really nice down-to-earth guy, so easy to work with, and did a fantastic job of creating an atmosphere of fun and lightheartedness that made our pictures really come alive."

    Nick B.

  • "Taylor is an incredible photographer and extremely professional. He edits very quickly and has a wide range of skills. He can capture both posed and candid photos and is a true technician when it comes to understanding light. He's a great storyteller with his lens as well!"

    Michael Waidmann

I photograph an immense array of subjects all with the same high quality and vivid style— so you know what to expect.

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