Phoenix Editorial Photographer
A not-so-long time ago, in a few states away (though Arizona, mostly), I worked for your average, mid-sized community newspapers. Though I’ve since transitioned to other things, this daily editorial grind built the foundation for my current commercial photography. I searched for the most eye-catching, unique photos, during even the most seemingly mundane of assignments. I found beauty in both the quiet and the loud moments, layering complex compositions with rich, expressive color. This work still speaks to my need to always create bold and beautiful imagery.
Reflection of a person through a car window with tree branches overlaid. Arizona Editorial Photographers.
Editorial photograph of a firefighter battling a wildfire with smoke and flames in a mountainous area in Phoenix, Arizona.
Youth horse riders in a dusty arena with cowboy hats. Editorial photograph in Phoenix, Arizona.
Sun City Aqua Suns in swimsuits wearing reindeer antler hats. Photo by Phoenix Editorial Photographers Jarod Opperman.
Editorial photograph of a person in Scottish attire with bagpipes inside a gymnasium, under a basketball hoop, standing in front of a music stand in Phoenix, Arizona.
Several large commercial airplanes parked on dry grass with a bright blue sky in the background at the Marana Airplane Boneyard. An editorial photograph for WIRED Magazine in Tucson, Arizona.
Silhouette of people indoors with large windows; one person lifted in a gymnastics or cheerleading pose, with blue sky and clouds outside. By Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
A magpie flying under power lines against a gray sky in Malheur, Oregon. An editorial photograph for The New York Times by Phoenix Photographer.
Group of cross-country skiers competing in snowy conditions, surrounded by snow-covered trees and a ski lift. By Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Editorial Photograph in Phoenix of a group of people practicing aerial silk acrobatics on colored fabrics in a gym setting.
Three men wearing cowboy hats and Western clothing, standing by rodeo livestock gates at a rodeo event. Editorial photographers Phoenix.
Editorial photograph of a woman wearing a cowboy hat with 'Sisters Rodeo Queen' emblem, smiling. A photo by Phoenix photographer Jarod Opperman.
Editorial photograph of a silhouette of two people through blue wall gaps with baseball field in the background in Phoenix, Arizona.
Musician holding cello on stage with spotlight overhead. By Phoenix, Arizona editorial photographers Jarod Opperman.
Silhouette of a Esme Patterson singing into a microphone with an orange light effect around the head by Phoenix Editorial photographer Jarod Opperman.
Editorial photograph of a child descending a winding water slide in outdoor water park in Phoenix Arizona.
Drone editorial photography view of a basketball court in an open park with a person playing, a bicycle nearby, and surrounding grassy fields in Phoenix Arizona.
Silhouette of a cowboy twirling a lasso at sunrise with a clear sky and trees in the background by Phoenix editorial photographer Jarod Opperman for ASU Thrive Magazine.
Editorial sports photograph of an athlete performing a high jump over a bar in a field with overcast skies in Phoenix Arizona.
Editorial photograph of a person surfing in rough waters, partially submerged with surfboard at a water skills park in Oregon.
Young gymnasts practicing on a blue mat, with one gymnast in a purple leotard performing a handstand, others standing or squatting by Phoenix editorial photographers Jarod Opperman.
A Phoenix Arizona editorial photograph of a crowd of fans surrounding Russell Wilson in a Rangers jersey, holding baseballs and other items for autographs. A security officer is present, and the atmosphere is lively with diverse fans, including children, gathered eagerly.
Cowboys in a rodeo setting preparing for an event, surrounded by gear and cattle chutes in Phoenix Arizona by Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Phoenix Editorial photographer Jarod Opperman shows high school football players entering a field, cheerleaders with purple pom-poms cheering; sunset in the background.
Silhouettes of people inside large transparent inflatable spheres with colorful lights in a dark environment by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Group of people in winter clothing after taking over Mahuer Wildlife Refuge in Oregon. LaVoy Finicum points directly at the camera in this editorial photograph for the New York Times.
A police officer in uniform holding stuffed animals leans over a hospital bassinet containing a newborn baby wrapped in a blanket, with sunlight streaming through a nearby window in this Phoenix Editorial photography.
Profile of a young person with pearl earrings and necklace peeking through a curtain with colorful blurred lights in the background by Phoenix Arizona editorial photographer Jarod Opperman.
Two climbers preparing for competition indoors, with one adjusting chalk and audience in background by Phoenix Editorial Photographers Jarod Opperman.
Person kneeling at a grave in a military cemetery adorned with American flags and flowers, by Arizona Editorial Photographer.
Phoenix Editorial photograph of cowboys participating in a rodeo event with a lassoed steer in an arena. An American flag hangs in the background.
Editorial photograph of several people in dark suits and military uniforms holding documents in a dimly lit room before the reveal of an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base in Phoenix Arizona.
Young dancers in red tutus performing on stage under dramatic lighting by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Group of senior adults playing golf in Sun City on a putting green, surrounded by trees and a clubhouse in the background. By Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
An elderly woman wearing a "Happy Birthday" headband and a birthday sash covers her face with her hands, while two clowns engage with her. One clown holds a stuffed frog toy, and both clowns are dressed in colorful attire with elaborate hair and makeup, adding to a festive atmosphere. An editorial photograph from Sun City Arizona.
Creative editorial photograph of a red carpet with bare footprints and people walking on it in Sun City Arizona.
Hospital room decorated with pink and purple streamers, a child in bed with medical staff attending, and a cake with decorations in the background, by Phoenix Editorial Photographers Jarod Opperman.
Phoenix Arizona editorial photograph of a young girl in pink and purple outfit stands near a large pink sparkling backdrop with adults and children in colorful attire, next to a Barbie sign in a lively event setting.
Aerial drone photograph of high school students laying on a stage floor by Phoenix Arizona Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Arizona State University researcher Marianne Moore does a survey of a bat population in a cave in northern Arizona as part of her research into bat ecology and physiology that may help predict the impact of white-nose syndrome on western bat species. An editorial photographer's photo where the only light is from the researcher's headlamp and some unknown red source not pictured.
Woman in superhero costume walking by a red wall and ice machine by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Dog in swimming pool holding red ball, next to 'No Diving' sign by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
A wrestler practicing moves on a red wrestling mat in a gymnasium with a motivational quote on the wall and the American flag displayed in a Phoenix High School Editorial Photograph.
Close-up of a cyclist wearing a red jersey and an aerodynamic helmet, with a focus on their intense expression during a race. The helmet visor reflects the cyclist's body in an aerodynamic racing position by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Group of people gathered around colorful, old cars at a demolition derby event, including children and adults interacting with one another by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Farmers feeding cattle in a frosty field in Eastern Oregon, an editorial photograph for The New York Times.
Young high school student in blue shirt feeding a white horse in a stable at dawn, an editorial photograph for Arizona State University and ASU Online.
Snow-covered road with tire tracks, flanked by leafless bushes, leading to misty hills under a purple and pink sky in a lonely Oregon town for The New York Times Editorial Photographers.
Black and white photo of two men shaking hands; one is an elderly veteran in uniform, wearing glasses and a military hat, and the other is bowing his head, possibly in respect by Phoenix Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Editorial photograph of a child's face covered in soap bubbles, smiling.
A person walking with a large gray horse on a lead rope against a blue sky with clouds by Arizona Editorial Photographer Jarod Opperman.
Wrestlers warming up on a lit circular mat in a dark gym by Phoenix Editorial Photographers.
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