Michael Van Auken Photographer

08/07/2025

I had the good fortune of photographing Kevin's proposal to Grace. They even had a chaperone.

06/27/2025

Been on the AM shift with my grand-dude this week. It's been a blast.

06/06/2025

Peg and I are very excited about our upcoming art exhibit opening on July 13. "Michael and Peg are both artists and photographers. Together they created Harmonic Visions, a fusion of photography and digital collage inspired by their travels in Switzerland and Italy last year. The impetus for their journey was a performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony/Ode to Joy with the Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. Peg is a member of the chorus, and Michael went along in his official capacity as photographer to document the weeks of rehearsing and performing in Scuol, an enchanting village in the Swiss Alps.After saying their goodbyes in Switzerland, Michael and Peg continued their travels to Italy, where they visited Lake Como, Venice, and Florence.Their experience was total immersion in stunning landscapes, historical sites and artistic masterpieces. Every location provided ample opportunity to capture amazing photographic images. But as artists, Peg and Michael sought to capture a sense of the blending of time and place. Each artwork includes elements of the past, the present, and a possible future.Opening Reception, Sunday, July 13, 3 to 5 pmMarilyn Citron O’Rourke Art Gallery at the Benicia Public LibraryLive music, slideshow presentation, snacks and beverages."

05/27/2025

Not all headshot sessions are created the same. Designer, artist, badass and hair stylist extraordinaire Omar Antonio came to me for some unique imagery for his social media platforms and website.

01/08/2025

I have had the pleasure of photographing singer, songwriter, musician, author and Grammy Nominee Glenda Benedives. Here is a slideshow featuring our collaborations for the past couple of years.

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09/20/2024

I had the good fortune of photographing An Uncommon Thread by artist extraordinaire Bodil Fox. This show will blow you away. Artwork is reasonably priced and will fit in any environment. Even bought one myself. Tomorrow would be a perfect time to visit as our town will be rocking during Porch Fest. Here's the scoop: https://ny2cagallery.com/event/an-uncommon-thread-bodil-fox/ https://www.porchfest-benicia.com/ thru Sept. 29.

🖼️ Dates: August 15, 2024 – September 29, 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm 📍 Location: 617 First Street, Benicia, CA, 94510

09/20/2024

I am so jazzed (pun intended) to be photographing this Saturday's Porchfest Benicia. Bring your smiles, ears and good vibes for this most excellent, free inaugural event. Get all the info here: https://www.porchfest-benicia.com/

08/09/2024

Inspired by our friends Bodil and Larnie, I am posting in a somewhat chronological order, photos from our trip to Scoul, Switzerland with the Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. The following images are from a walk on our first day there.

08/05/2024

One more from last weeks incredible sunset.