Michael Nelson Photography

Michael Nelson Photography Premier Central Oregon sports photographer specializing in high school media days, team & individual portraits, senior banners, and tournament action.

Serving Bend, Redmond, Prineville & La Pine with professional sports photography. I’m Michael Nelson, a sports photographer based in Bend, Oregon, specializing in high school media day photography, volume team and individual portraits, and tournament action photography for athletes, schools, and events across Central Oregon — including Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and La Pine. I help athletic direct

ors, coaches, and program coordinators transform traditional photo day into a seamless, stress-free, and highly organized experience, delivering high-quality, professional sports images that reflect the pride, energy, and unique spirit of every athlete and team. My approach is built on clear communication, strong organization, and big-league experience. I work with high schools, youth sports leagues, and tournament organizers, managing everything from large-scale media day production to custom banner creation and on-field action coverage. Whether capturing hundreds of athletes in a single session or covering the intensity of tournament play, I bring a polished workflow that ensures on-time delivery, consistent quality, and images parents, athletes, and coaches are proud to share. In addition to my local work, I bring national-level experience as a freelance photographer for USA TODAY Sports Images, with prior coverage for ICON Sports Media and US Presswire. My photography has been published nationally, covering NFL, NBA, MLB, and other major sporting events. This editorial eye and technical skill set give my clients in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and La Pine the same quality trusted by top sports media outlets — applied to their media days, team photos, and tournaments. My services include: high school media day photography, team and individual portraits, senior sports portraits, custom sports banners, tournament action coverage, and league-wide photography solutions. I also provide digital delivery systems for easy ordering and yearbook-ready images that save staff time. When you work with me, photo day becomes something athletes look forward to — not a chore. I combine creativity, precision, and professionalism to produce images that stand out and help programs elevate their brand. If you’re looking for a sports photographer in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, La Pine, or anywhere in Central Oregon who can bring big-league experience to your team, program, or event — let’s connect. Specialties:
High School Media Day Photography · Volume Team & Individual Photography · Tournament Action Photography · Senior Sports Portraits · Custom Sports Banners · League-Wide Photography Solutions

Caldera at Mountain View
03/01/2026

Caldera at Mountain View

Sisters High School Wrestling Media day image.
01/21/2026

Sisters High School Wrestling Media day image.

11/21/2025

Catch the Summit Storm in OSAA semifinals against Churchill. Capturing moments with Michael Nelson Photography in Bend, Oregon.

Multi-Sport Athlete Finn Chambers - Ridgeview High School - Redmond, Oregon.
07/30/2025

Multi-Sport Athlete Finn Chambers - Ridgeview High School - Redmond, Oregon.

Discover why multi-sport athletes like Ridgeview’s Finn Chambers stand out to college recruiters. Michael Nelson Photography highlights Central Oregon’s top student-athletes excelling on and off the field.

Ravens Boys Basketball game day. *The music I select for my posts might be slightly different than those of the athletes...
12/21/2024

Ravens Boys Basketball game day.
*The music I select for my posts might be slightly different than those of the athletes:)
Go Ravens!

When Caldera Wrestling contacting me asking for something different I embraced the challenge. I incorporated school colo...
12/21/2024

When Caldera Wrestling contacting me asking for something different I embraced the challenge. I incorporated school colors as well as the font used for wrestling. The last step was placing a Stainless Steel overlay to give more of an edgy look. I like it today. We'll see if I still feel the same tomorrow. I'm always up for the challenge. Looking for something different? Let's chat!

Drop the puck and the mitts. Its time to go! Ice hockey is right around the corner.GAME ON!
09/26/2024

Drop the puck and the mitts. Its time to go! Ice hockey is right around the corner.

GAME ON!

Hunter Trump: Hey Mr. Nelson, I'm Hunter Trump, I have an idea.Me: Well with a last name like that, what could go wrong?...
08/26/2024

Hunter Trump: Hey Mr. Nelson, I'm Hunter Trump, I have an idea.
Me: Well with a last name like that, what could go wrong?
This is what we came up with.......

If you know, you know.

There's a few from Ridgeview Football‘s Media Day.
08/26/2024

There's a few from Ridgeview Football‘s Media Day.

It's about the experience! Zoom in to see the reaction from his teammates as Nash Lopez strikes a pose!
03/17/2024

It's about the experience! Zoom in to see the reaction from his teammates as Nash Lopez strikes a pose!

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