Ray J. Gadd

I’m Ray J. Gadd and I started out as an intern for Steve Smith Photography. Throughout that year and a half, Steve was generous enough to teach me countless techniques in and out of the studio. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the learning process. After completing my Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Boise State University in December 2007, Steve and Jeane offered me a full time position as a contributing photographer as well as their marketing director. It felt like the right thing to do so here I am, the third leg in the tripod of the business. I look forward to the vast opportunities to meet new people, travel, and learn all while being here.

Beyond the business aspects of me, I consider myself a laid back active individual. I enjoy traveling, skiing, surfing, mountain/road biking, fly-fishing and a whole slew of other activities. The great outdoors has greatly influenced the subject matter that I photograph. Scenic landscapes are the prevailing images that inspire me in my photography. However, I am learning to appreciate the power of controlling the lighting in a studio. I hope that this give a better perspective of who I am. I look forward to meeting and working with you.