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About

Chris Keeney, a San Diego California based professional photographer, creates images with the highest of integrity and originality. Specializing in portraits (babies, children, families, couples, graduates), weddings (bridals and engagement), lifestyle, events (parties, corporate meetings, etc.) - as well as personal and fine art projects.

Primarily shooting digital, Chris Keeney constantly is refining his passion for traditional film and alternative film processes. Well known for his pinhole cameras and hand-made prints, distinguishes him as a one of the most unique photographers of his time and area. Bringing an unparalleled eclectic eye to the [viewfinder] of his camera (a marriage between his literal and intuitive eyes), he channels his style to reflect that of his clients’ vision and essence. Chris’ love for his family, children and friends has taught him the importance of time/timing; flaming his desire to preserve each moment as it unfolds. For him, knowing photographs he takes will touch lives, or simply bring a smile to someone’s face by visually recording a memorable moment that will be passed down through generations, fills him with gratitude and humility.

 

Chris Keeney’s Pinhole Photography Gallery

Two pinHolga pinhole negatives sandwiched together to create one image of pinhole photographer, Chris Keeney

Self portrait of pinhole photographer, Chris Keeney

The image above was created by sandwiching two separate pinHolga pinhole negatives together to create one image. Fuji Neopan Across 100, black and white film.

I enjoy pinhole photography for many reason. One being that there is not viewfinder or lens to look through. So this forces the photographer to be spontaneous and image the shot. The ability to create super wide angle photographs with amazing depth of field. It also one of the few art forms where you can create your own camera and photographs yourself. From a simple oatmeal can to a artfully crafted hard wood camera. Art which creates art.