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“A consummate professional who has never failed to delight our clients.”

Toby EckhardtFounder & Chief Creative Officer · Focused Image

“Doug was fantastic to work with from start to finish. He took the time to understand our brief and delivered a strong collection of photos that felt natural, candid, and authentic. He did a particularly great job capturing the personalities of the people involved—real smiles, natural interactions, and moments of connection rather than images that felt overly posed. He was also wonderful with everyone he photographed, putting people at ease and creating a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere throughout the shoot. From the client side, Doug was responsive, professional, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. We were very happy with the final images and would absolutely recommend working with him.”

Kate M.The Arc

“Doug Sanford is an outstanding photographer and a pleasure to work with. Even though he takes hundreds of headshots at each of our events, the experience never feels rushed or impersonal. Doug takes the time to coach each person, helping them feel comfortable and confident so they leave with a headshot they’re proud to use. He’s professional, creative, fun, and full of energy. I highly recommend Doug for anyone looking for high-quality headshots—or any photography project—and a great experience.”

Tonya M.SACC

“I need more stars. Five just won’t cut it for Doug. I’ve been using Doug for 15+ years now across multiple organizations because his breathtaking imagery captures the energy and emotion, the true essence of the moment, which in turn connects your supporters to your cause like nothing else. You know the Maya Angelou quote, ‘People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.’ These pictures make you feel, and inspire donors and supporters to join your cause. Doug’s imagery crystalizes and amplifies the emotion at every single event. Everyone loves his photos to the point where I’ve heard time and again how the images he captures are even better than reality. His photos upgrade our memories. They’re purer, and in much better focus. There are cultures that believe cameras can steal your soul, and in this case they may be right. Doug uses his artistic eye for detail to cleverly capture people’s spirits in a rare and precious way. I recommend him to everyone I know. So, even if your budget is tight, please trust me and invest in Doug. His imagery will change the way people think about you and your organization for the better. These photos are magical memories you can share again and again.”

Alison R.VetsProBono