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"Photography stands the test of time."
-Craig Dietrich, Photographer

Philosophy

Photography is something so special. Photography captures the special moments in our lives and it is an intimate journal of our heritage and legacy. It is an absolute privilege to be a part of the special times in peoples' lives, whether it’s photographing a newborn baby, a soccer game, the family pet, or of dad walking his daughter down the aisle.

About Craig Michael Photography

Biography

Photography is an essential part of my life. For over twenty years, I have dedicated my life to this timeless art. When I look back there are three pivotal points that have shaped me as the man and photographer that I am today. At the age of thirteen, I picked up a camera and fell in love. It became my form of self-expression. Several years later, I joined the Navy and served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm as a Naval Photographer. Going through flight school, I had the opportunity to preserve history, taking aerial photographs of my battle group. When I came home to civilian life, I wanted to pursue my professional career as a photographer and was eager to seek out a happier subject. I hate to admit it but I am big kid at heart. That special moment in time is where I began my career as a family photographer with a baby portrait company in New Jersey, where I remained for ten years. In 2000, I knew it was the perfect time to open my business and expand my services to reach more people. My career brought me to Lake Norman and I feel at home. I love Lake Norman it reminds me of the small town where I grew up. When I’m not taking photographs, I spend my free time with family and like to travel around the world.