Commercial photography for brands and organizations, built to support marketing, advertising, and digital platforms.

Michael LeGrand specializes in lifestyle and advertising photography for brands looking to tell clear, compelling stories through authentic, campaign-ready imagery. His work is rooted in real environments, real people, and intentional moments—photographs designed to connect with audiences across print, digital, and social platforms.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael has worked on national advertising campaigns for some of America’s leading brands, creating brand-consistent lifestyle photography that supports product launches, rebrands, and long-term marketing initiatives. From Fortune 500 companies to small businesses, clients rely on his ability to distill complex ideas into a single, impactful image.

Michael’s approach blends documentary sensibility with commercial precision. Each project is shaped by thoughtful planning, collaboration with creative teams and agencies, and a clear understanding of how the imagery will be used. Whether producing a full advertising campaign or a focused lifestyle shoot, the goal remains the same: visuals that feel natural, intentional, and aligned with brand identity.

Working locally throughout Florida and nationwide, Michael supports advertising and lifestyle photography projects wherever the story requires—bringing consistency, experience, and a calm production process to every shoot.

These projects are frequently developed alongside commercial photography and corporate video production to create cohesive, multi-platform campaigns. We can help with that.

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Corporate portraits and headshots play a critical role in shaping how an organization presents itself to the world. Strong, intentional imagery helps communicate leadership, culture, and credibility—whether for a company website, annual report, press release, or recruiting campaign.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael LeGrand works with organizations locally and nationwide to create custom corporate headshots and group portraits tailored to each company’s brand and personality. From executive leadership portraits to full team photography, his approach emphasizes authenticity, confidence, and approachability.

Michael’s portrait sessions are designed to be efficient, collaborative, and comfortable. He works closely with communications teams, marketing departments, and individual subjects to ensure the experience is smooth and the final images feel natural rather than forced. Portraits can range from clean and formal to expressive and relaxed, depending on the goals of the organization.

With experience photographing teams of all sizes across a wide range of industries, Michael delivers corporate portrait photography that feels consistent, professional, and human—images built to represent people, not just positions.

Corporate portraits are often commissioned alongside commercial photography and editorial-style storytelling to support branding and internal communications.

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Healthcare photography for hospitals, physicians, and medical organizations.

Michael LeGrand is an insured, FAA Part 107–licensed drone pilot with over a decade of experience providing professional aerial photography for commercial and institutional clients. Since 2014, he has worked with organizations that require precise, compliant, and visually compelling aerial imagery.

Each aerial project begins with careful planning. Michael researches airspace, location constraints, and project goals to ensure every flight is conducted safely, legally, and efficiently while producing dynamic results. This preparation allows clients to move forward with confidence, knowing their aerial photography meets all FAA requirements.

Michael provides drone photography for a wide range of applications, including commercial advertising, architecture and development, land-use documentation, athletic facilities, environmental projects, and large-scale venues. His experience working alongside production teams, agencies, and on-location crews ensures aerial imagery integrates seamlessly with ground-based photography and video.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael works locally and nationwide, supporting aerial photography projects wherever they are needed. His approach combines technical precision with a strong visual sensibility, delivering aerial images that are both informative and visually impactful.

Aerial imagery is frequently integrated into architectural photography and video production to provide dynamic perspective and context.

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Michael LeGrand’s passion for architecture is evident in the way he photographs both building exteriors and interior spaces. His work focuses on capturing not just how a structure looks, but how it functions, feels, and exists within its environment—creating images that communicate design intent, scale, and purpose.

That perspective is rooted in a formal background in architecture. Michael completed three years of architectural studies at Drexel University before earning his degree in photography, giving him a deep understanding of structure, materials, light, and spatial relationships. This foundation allows him to approach architectural photography with both creative sensitivity and technical awareness.

Michael works with architects, designers, developers, and institutions to create clear, compelling imagery that highlights a building’s form, usage, and spirit. His clients include national brands, Fortune 500 companies, top-ranked health systems, museums, and architectural design firms that rely on consistent, high-quality photography for portfolios, marketing, and publications.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael provides architectural photography locally and nationwide, delivering thoughtful, detail-driven imagery that supports design storytelling across print and digital platforms.

Architectural photography is often complemented by aerial drone imagery and commercial photography to showcase scale, context, and design intent. We can help with that.

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From viewbooks to photo tours, Michael LeGrand has worked with public and private colleges and universities to showcase their campuses, academic programs, and student life through vibrant, engaging photography. His images are created to support recruitment, marketing, and institutional storytelling across print and digital platforms.

Michael and his team work collaboratively and efficiently with communications, marketing, admissions, and advancement departments to produce a cohesive image library that can be used across a wide range of materials. Whether photographing campus environments, classroom experiences, events, or student life, each project is approached with careful planning and attention to consistency.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael provides higher education photography locally and nationwide, supporting institutions that need reliable, high-quality imagery delivered with minimal disruption to campus life.

Higher education photography is commonly paired with editorial storytelling and video Production for recruitment and institutional marketing. We can help with that.

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Michael LeGrand works collaboratively with editorial clients to create photography that complements articles, narratives, and concepts for use across print and digital platforms. His editorial and documentary work is rooted in authenticity, observation, and respect for the subject—images designed to inform, engage, and add visual depth to a story.

Michael has photographed a wide range of editorial assignments, including nationally televised political debates, athletic events, fashion brands, musicians, biographies, and long-form documentary subjects. His experience across diverse environments allows him to adapt quickly while maintaining a consistent visual approach that supports editorial integrity.

Whether working independently or alongside larger production teams, Michael brings a calm, professional presence to each assignment. His background in commercial and campaign photography adds an understanding of clarity and intent, while his documentary approach ensures the work remains grounded, honest, and human.

Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Michael provides editorial and documentary photography locally and nationwide, supporting publications, organizations, and institutions across the United States.

Documentary-driven imagery is frequently used alongside commercial photography and branded video content for organizations sharing real stories with impact.

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Michael LeGrand is a freelance Director of Photography and camera operator based in Northeast Florida, including Jacksonville and the surrounding region, providing commercial video production, corporate interview filming, and branded content production for agencies, production companies, and creative teams across the United States. He brings over 20 years of experience shooting commercial, branded content, healthcare, documentary, and broadcast projects.

His work as a Director of Photography focuses on lighting, camera operation, and visual storytelling for interviews, brand films, and commercial productions. Michael is comfortable stepping into established crews or leading small production teams, adapting quickly to the needs of each project. His background in both photography and video allows him to approach motion work with a strong visual foundation, technical precision, and an understanding of how footage will ultimately be used.

Available for DP and camera operator roles on commercial shoots, branded content, documentaries, interviews, and live productions. Michael is an FAA Part 107 licensed and insured drone pilot and can provide aerial video when appropriate.