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.
San Diego graphic design student, Ashley L’s graffiti art portrait session with photographer Chris Keeney
Ever since I was young I’ve always had a curious mind. And since photography is an art of seeing and interpreting the world around us photographically, I’ve always tried to see life through the lens in a unique and inventive way. Sometimes we don’t have the luxury of having fancy equipment at our disposal...
2009 head shots of San Diego graphic designer, Tara Brouwer photographed by portrait photographer Chris Keeney
San Diego photographer, Chris Keeney on assignment in Bozeman Montana photographing the Learning Circle Montessori School. Photos of elementary children learning in the classroom and playing on the playground.
Jeremy and Gisenyi’s summer engagement session in San Diego with wedding photographer Chris Keeney
A couple months ago, I was experimenting with attaching small random lenses to a body cap I had previously used for digital pinhole. I came across one certain lens/focal length that worked great. Of course you have to focus by moving closer and farther away from your subject matter. I found that the effect was...
