History

As a young teenager Michael and his brother, John became interested in taking pictures and then processing the black & white film in their home-made basement darkroom. As the youngest of seven in his family, he and his brother captured everything in sight...Mom, Dad, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Eventually, his brothers interest faded in this "hobby" while Michael took it a step further as his passion for photographing grew to be more than just a hobby. In 1977 Michael enrolled at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh to study photography and applied technology. Upon completing his degree he relocated to New York City and served as an assistant to several fashion photographers at a major commercial studio on the lower west side. As his experience grew he was promoted to a still life product photographer. Soon it became time to fulfill the goal of having his own studio.

Upon settling in Michigan, MICHAEL DAVID PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO was established in 1987 providing a full service studio in the Mid Michigan area. Michael communicates with his clients in front of the camera creating a wonderfully, relaxed environment, capturing their true personalities...it's all in the eyes! No phony smiles and no awkward poses. With thousands of pleased expressions behind him, he strives to continue growing in knowledge and creativity.

Michael has participated in several community projects. He coordinated a major international emergency relief effort, documented on televised newscasts, for the victims of the 1998 hurricane that devastated Honduras, C.A. His studio was used as a drop off point for food, medical and clothing supplies. Successful contributions filled a semi truck. Donations were then shipped directly to those in need.