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About

Built from Detroit. Seen everywhere

Shutter8 Media was built through years of real experience behind the camera — from Detroit studios and independent campaigns to major artists, national projects, celebrity shoots, and Grammy-week events. What started with photography grew into a full creative media company covering photography, cinematic video, photo booth experiences, DJ services, and post-production editing. Led by award-winning photographer and filmmaker Shutter8, the brand has earned recognition including Best Photographer in Detroit from Moguls of Detroit and a Best Videographer nomination from the Detroit Choice Awards. Shutter8 has also served as the lead photographer for Detroit’s Next Top Model and worked with artists, entertainers, brands, and notable figures across the country. The mission is simple: make every person, brand, and moment look unforgettable.

Our mission is to make every person, brand, and moment we shoot feel iconic. Shutter 8 combines creativity, culture, and high-quality visual storytelling to turn everyday ideas into work people remember.

Shutter8 studio

Gear locker

What we shoot on

Sony FX30 + Nikon Z Series
Prime glass 24/35/50/85mm
Aputure 600d & 300x lighting

Client wall

Trusted by

Shutter8 ran photo, video and the 360 booth. One team, zero chaos, and the highlight film made us cry.

Deja W. · Bride, Ivory Ballroom

Our brand library paid for itself in a month. The reels alone tripled our engagement.

Andre P. · Owner, Northside Coffee

Booked the DJ and booth for a 400-person gala. On time, professional, and the floor never emptied.

Simone R. · Event Director

I send batches of 80 photos for grading and get them back sharper than I shot them.

Chris M. · Realtor