Athletes & Sports Photography

Every athlete has a story that lives outside the stats.

Vanessa photographs that story: the presence, the passion, the power…the person. The kind of image that shows the world who you are and makes you proud to be seen.

Group of young women in yellow shirts huddled together during an outdoor sports event, smiling and talking. Athlete and Sport photography. La Salle Lacrosse
A male boxer in red and white boxing attire with a hooded satin jacket, standing with his fists raised, against a black background. Athlete and sports photography
NFL football player with dreadlocks and a graphic T-shirt is signing an autograph at a promotional event while a young boy in a red hoodie watches him. There are several people in the background at what appears to be a store or event space. Verizon
A smiling man standing in front of a Verizon branded wall. Event photography
Field hockey players in action on the field, with one player in navy blue controlling the ball while another in white is close behind. Several players and spectators in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
A group of female La Salle lacrosse players in yellow uniforms standing in a circle and holding lacrosse sticks pointing upwards, as seen from underneath against a clear blue sky. Athlete and Sports Photography
Basketball player Gordon Hayward and NBC reporter are sitting and speaking into microphones during an interview at an event with 'Xfinity' logos on the backdrop. Event Photography
A group of young men sitting in a row, wearing headphones and playing video games at a gaming event. Gordon Hayward. Event Photography
A young shirtless male boxer wearing white boxing gloves, standing with fists up, against a plain gray background. Athlete and Sports Photography
Two men wearing blue shirts and Viking hats with football decorations, making hand gestures at the NFL Draft 2023 event with a Verizon sign and NFL items on the table. Event Photography
A man in a white New York Jets jersey receives a small helmet from a Verizon representative holding a microphone. Several people are clapping and smiling, with some wearing sports caps and jackets, in front of a Verizon booth
A young girl in a yellow and black sports uniform playing field hockey indoors, preparing to hit a yellow ball with her stick. Athlete and Sports Photography. Mayhem. Main Line Field Hockey Club
Girls playing field hockey near the goal on a green turf field during a game on a clear day, with spectators in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
Women playing field hockey on a turf field, with a goalie in black defending a goal, and players trying to score. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female hockey player wearing a white helmet with a face cage and a yellow jersey. Athlete and Sports Photography. Main Line Field Hockey Club
A young girl in a yellow sports uniform playing field hockey on a grassy field. Athlete and Sports Photography
A group of female field hockey players wearing black uniforms with yellow accentss. One player is smiling and holding a stick, while others are listening or talking. Athlete and Sports Photography. Mayhem Field Hockey Club
Three young female field hockey players competing for the ball during a game on a green field, with benches and spectators in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
Female field hockey player holding a stick on a grassy field with other players in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female field hockey player in a navy blue uniform with the number 8 stands on the field holding a hockey stick, with her teammates and coaches standing behind her. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female field hockey goalie with blonde hair wearing a pink sports jersey numbered 121, holding hockey sticks in a sports arena. Athlete and Sports Photography
Young boy with boxing gloves sparring in a boxing gym, wearing red gloves and focusing on his opponent while boxing. Athlete and Sports Photography
A young female field Hockey player with long brown hair, dressed in a black and yellow sports uniform in an indoor court. Athlete and Sports Photography
Female floor hockey goalie in yellow jersey, helmet, and protective gear, lying on artificial turf inside an indoor sports facility, reaching with a hockey stick. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female field hockey player in a dark blue uniform with red socks controls the ball on the field, with a goalie in a bright yellow shirt and black shorts in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
Young female athlete lying on grass field using laptops, talking to two other female athletes with laptops, all wearing sports uniforms numbered 9 and 10. Athlete and Sports Photography
A young girl in sportswear holding a hockey stick over her shoulder, looking confident and focused.
A young girl in a yellow sports jersey with black writing, holding a pink hockey stick on her shoulder, smiling at the camera. Athlete and Sports Photography
Close-up of a young female field hockey goalie wearing a helmet and stick, looking directly at the camera. Athlete and Sports Photography
A person in a wheelchair playing basketball indoors, sunlight streaming through a window and casting a shadow on the floor. Athlete and Sports Photography
Group of young adults, some in wheelchairs, wearing red sports jerseys, engaged in conversation in a gymnasium. Basketball. Athlete and Sports Photography
Young boy with light brown hair and freckles holding a lacrosse stick on his shoulders in an indoor gym. He is wearing a black athletic shirt with orange accents. Athlete and Sports Photography
Two young athletes standing on a turf field holding lacrosse sticks, wearing sports uniforms with 'NXT' branding. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female field hockey player from behind, holding a hockey stick across her shoulders, wearing a yellow jersey with the number 76. Athlete and Sports Photography
Young female athlete in yellow sports jersey with black lettering and the number 10, holding a field hockey stick, standing in a gym. Athlete and Sports Photography
Close-up of a young field hockey goalie wearing a black helmet with a metal cage and pink accents, looking focused. Athlete and Sports Photography
A female field hockey player in a navy blue jersey with 'COLONIALS' written on it, wearing red socks, holding a field hockey stick, standing on a grassy field during a game, with spectators watching in the background.Athlete and Sports Photography
Female field hockey player in black uniform crouching with stick on grass field, surrounded by other players and a coach, during a game.Athlete and Sports Photography
Three girls playing field hockey on a grassy field, with a fence, parked cars, and a large flock of birds flying in the sky in the background. Athlete and Sports Photography
Three young women playing field hockey outdoors. One in the foreground is wearing a gray and teal uniform with a pink headband, about to hit a white ball with her hockey stick. Two others are in the background, also in teal and gray uniforms, on a gr
Women's field hockey game with players in action, running on a grassy field, holding hockey sticks, wearing athletic uniforms, and athletic shoes, with a background of cars and buildings.

From professional athletes to rising stars, Vanessa brings an editorial photographer's eye to the world of sports. Her athlete photography goes beyond the game -it's designed to build a visual identity that serves athletes in their careers, in the media, and with brands and sponsors.

Based in Philadelphia and available for shoots across the country and worldwide, Vanessa works directly with athletes, sports agents, team marketing departments, and sports brands to create imagery for press coverage, personal branding, endorsement deals, social media, and editorial features. Her work spans professional sports, college athletics, and individual performers across disciplines.

Whether the session calls for powerful in-studio portraits, dynamic on-location shooting, or a full editorial concept built around an athlete's story, every image is crafted to make the subject look and feel like the competitor they are and the icon they're becoming

Athlete photography services include: editorial athlete portraits, sports personal branding, athlete headshots, team photography, action and lifestyle photography, press and media photography for agents, sports brand and sponsorship content, and college athlete NIL photography.

Inquiries from athletes, sports agents, and brand partners are welcome. Contact Vanessa to discuss availability and project scope.