PHOTO + FILM
for the sporting life
Authentic imagery from the field, forest, + water.
Central Virginia • Available for travel
Hosted hunting trips and photo tours. Small groups only
Photography workshops + retreats, (USA + abroad)
published in: Gray’s Sporting Journal, Project Upland, Hunting Dog Confidential, Quail Forever,
01. Hire Me
Your hunt, your dogs, your people
Some days deserve more than a handful of photos on your phone. Whether it's a morning behind your favorite bird dog, a hunt shared between generations, or simply celebrating the dog that's been by your side through it all, I'm there to document the moments that matter.
No stiff posing. No manufactured shots. Just honest photographs of the people, dogs, and experiences that make your story yours.
From full-day hunting coverage to commissioned artwork of your dog, we'll create something worth holding onto.
FOR PRIVATE CLIENTS
Authenticity over anything else
Good sporting imagery starts with knowing the world you're photographing.
I work with sporting estates, outfitters, outdoor brands, and publications to create photography and films rooted in the places, people, and traditions behind the sporting lifestyle.
From documenting a working hunt to building a library of images for your next campaign, I bring both a photographer's eye and firsthand experience in the field.
FOR ESTATES & BRANDS
02. Travel
Whether we're chasing birds, exploring somewhere new with our cameras, or I'm tagging along to document the trip of a lifetime, it's all about the places we go, the people we meet, and the stories we bring home.
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From quail fields and woodcock woods to mornings in the duck blind, join me for a few of my favorite Virginia hunts.
I'll have a shotgun over my shoulder and a camera on my hip, ready to share in the hunt and document the stories along the way.
Every trip is tailored to your group, with photography included so you can leave your phone in your pocket and enjoy the experience.
Virginia & North Carolina: Custom quail, woodcock, and waterfowl opportunities with quides and outfitters I love and trust, available by inquiry.
Maine & Scotland: Exploring hosted hunts for late 2027. Email to express interest, and you’ll be the first to hear when plans come together.
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Come for the adventure; bring your camera.
For photographers (professionals & hobbyists) who love a good adventure.
Small-group photography trips built around incredible locations, interesting subjects, and experiences worth traveling for. From wildlife and working dogs to landscapes and local culture, no two trips have to look alike.
Come explore somewhere new, photograph alongside me, and bring home images and stories of your own.
Future destinations and dates are in the works. Join the waitlist here to be the first to know.
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Some experiences deserve more than a camera roll full of iPhone photos.
Whether you're headed on an African safari, a sporting holiday abroad, or an adventure with the people you love most, you should be focused on the experience, not worrying about how to photograph it.
I'll come along to document the people, places, and moments that make the trip yours, so you can be fully present for every bit of it.
03. Learn
Art of the Hunt
Bird dog photography workshops on real hunts. The first one sold out from the waitlist before applications opened. Limited to 4 students.
February 2027, New Kent, Virginia
BIRD DOGS + HUNTING PHOTOGRAPHY
Woofventures Retreats
6 days of education, plus studio and adventure photography in the majestic, rugged, and stunning Scottish countryside. With Mutleys Snaps & Elke Vogelsang
May 2028, Cairngorms, Scotland
PET PHOTOGRAPHY
Want one-on-one time instead? Private workshops + virtual mentorship available.
— ABOUT
Hi, I'm Kristen J. Murray, a photographer and filmmaker who spends much of the year in the field documenting upland and waterfowl hunting, the sporting lifestyle, and the beloved bird dogs at the heart of it all.
When I'm not behind the camera, I'm usually hunting with my Brittany, Cedar, teaching photography in Scotland, or somewhere outdoors, pondering if I really need one more gun dog. (The answer is always yes.)
The best work comes from being part of the story. As a hunter myself, I know when to raise the camera and when to let the moment breathe. Some things are worth documenting. Others are worth experiencing exactly as they happen.
The result is imagery that feels honest to the people, dogs, and traditions that keep us coming back season after season.
— LET’S CHAT —
Whether you're a hunter whose dog & family deserve to be properly documented, an estate looking for a sustained creative partnership, a brand that needs imagery that feels real, or a photographer wanting to learn, this is the place to start.
