Mike DeCesare

Photography is my first language. My home is the Pacific Northwest where the rugged, natural beauty and individuality of this region inspired and shaped my photography.  As a Spokane, Washington photographer, my professional services are available across the Inland Northwest, including Spokane and Coeur 'd Alene.

In commercial photography, my work is licensed and used around the world, from corporate events and executive headshots to book jackets, location field work and advertising.  Clients trust my judgment and work to meet their needs.  Every assignment is a collaboration with the client to produce images on time and on budget that will serve their needs with distinction. I'm associated with AgeFotoStock, Alamy, and the legendary New York agency, Blackstar.  

In fine art, contemporary best describes my style. I favor strong contrasts and colors.  Many of the images are shot from positions that provide no margin for error in personal safety, and can take hours to reach.  It is part of my philosophy of bringing the viewer inside the image to feel nature's elements from sun to spray to location, to interact with the image, not merely look at it, to feel an emotional connection while creating a personal memory and relationship.  All of my nature work is produced with a deep and abiding respect for the environment.  My images tend to result in large landscapes that can take from hours to months to produce.  The end result is a fine art, limited edition print that is produced in a few select sizes, and prices, to make it possible for virtually anyone to enjoy in their own personal space.

Recognition for Mike and ProPhotoNorthwest

2017

Show at Robert Karl Cellars Winery

California Dreaming honored in Seascapes Art Exhibition 

Show at Craftsman Cellars Winery

Invited to Show, Art on the Green, Coeur 'd Alene

Portraits featured by AgeFotoStock to clients around the world

Featured Artist on ArtsyShark

Featured in International Contemporary Artists, Vol XII

Invited back to Beverly Hills Art Show

2016

Center of the Picture Industry: Semi-Finalist, International competition

Invited to Show, Beverly Hills Art Show

Red Brush Award,  Las Vegas gallery competition 

Show, Colorida Art Gallery, Lisbon 

Special Recognition, Nature Art Exhibition, Light, Space and Time competition

Artist Info UK, Only US photographer shown in European marketing video

Invited to Show, Artfest, Spokane

2015

Image used in national marketing campaign for Las Vegas convention

Featured in Hidden Treasure Art magazine

Invited to show, Urban Arts Festival, Salt Lake City

Invited to show, Bend Fall Arts Festival