Epic Media Day at Liberty High School | VA Sports Photography
Kirk Nelson Kirk Nelson

Epic Media Day at Liberty High School | VA Sports Photography

Fall Sports Meet Fire, Flag, and Flash

Liberty High School's Fall Media Day was nothing short of electric. As a Northern Virginia sportrait photographer, I had the privilege of capturing over 30 of Liberty's finest football, volleyball, and cheer athletes in an action-packed, high-energy creative session.

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Gainesville High's Varsity Football Gears Up with Epic Sportraits
Kirk Nelson Kirk Nelson

Gainesville High's Varsity Football Gears Up with Epic Sportraits

Game Time Energy. Fire, Fog & Flags.

Just before the first whistle of the season, the Gainesville High School Varsity Football team brought the intensity and pride to their annual team sportrait session—and we brought all the visual effects to match.

Location: GHS football field in Gainesville, VA—featuring brand-new turf.

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Summer Fire: Sportait Fundraiser for Virginia Cruz Softball
Kirk Nelson Kirk Nelson

Summer Fire: Sportait Fundraiser for Virginia Cruz Softball

Capturing Confidence & Team Spirit in Manassas

What happens when you combine a summer evening, a team of dedicated athletes, and a camera with a little creative flair? You get a sizzling Sportait minisession that raised spirits and funds for the Virginia Cruz 16U softball team.

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Unique Volleyball Sportraits with Fire Effects | Virginia Team Photographer
Kirk Nelson Kirk Nelson

Unique Volleyball Sportraits with Fire Effects | Virginia Team Photographer

A Fiery Finish for Dynamix Volleyball Club’s Season

Capturing the Dynamix Volleyball Club 16s team at Vint Hill Gym in Warrenton, Virginia, this Sportrait team shoot was nothing short of electric! As a sports team photographer in Warrenton, I love sessions that bring high energy and creativity—and this one delivered on both.

What Made This Shoot Special:

  • 🔥 The debut of new fire effects—everyone was pumped!

  • 🙌 The athletes kept inventing their own fun and fierce poses.

  • 💪 Coach Trey stole the show with a bold double-flame volleyball pose.

A Full Circle Moment for Me

This wasn’t just another team shoot. DVC holds a special place in my heart—it's where I first learned and developed my Sportrait photography skills. Getting to work with them again felt like revisiting my roots, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity.

Emotions Captured:

  1. Excitement – The players were all-in for every pose.

  2. Gratitude – On my end, for the continued support from DVC.

  3. Joy – The whole team brought contagious energy.

If you’re looking for volleyball team portraits in Virginia or a Sportrait photographer in Northern Virginia, this session is a perfect example of what’s possible when creativity and team spirit collide.

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