From Athlete to Artist: Kristina Gore’s Rise in Sports Photography

Join me as I chat with Kristina Gore (CKG Graphics) about her inspiring path from a high school and college athlete to a prominent sports photographer and mentor. Discover her insights on building a photography career, balancing multiple roles and creating impactful images that tell stories.

In this episode:

• Kristina shares how her early experiences in coaching led to a passion for sports photography
• The role of community support and mentorship in her development
• Transitioning from hobbyist to professional photographer 
• Her favorite types of sports photography, including action shots and portraits
• Traveling internationally for shoots and capturing landscapes in Europe
• Overcoming challenges as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated sports photography field
• Balancing teaching, coaching and running a thriving photography business
• Tips for photographers managing multiple roles and priorities
• How she nurtures the next generation of young photographers
• Her goals for future travel, growth, and expanding her photography niche

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: Kristina’s career background and journey into photography
02:00 - How coaching influenced her path into sports photography
04:00 - Building confidence and transitioning from hobby to business
06:30 - The importance of community support and mentorship
09:00 - Traveling to Europe as a photographer and capturing landscapes
11:30 - Facing gender dynamics in sports photography and earning respect
13:45 - Balancing coaching, teaching and photography roles
16:00 - Favorite sports to shoot and the thrill of action shots
18:30 - Learning lighting techniques with Westcott strobes
21:00 - Mentoring young photographers and fostering community
23:30 - Future goals: Travel, growth and new opportunities
26:00 - Overcoming challenges: time management and saying no
29:00 - The importance of authenticity and being yourself in photography
31:30 - Reflecting on five-year goals and career longevity
34:00 - Connecting with clients, community and the joy of success
36:00 - How to reach Kristina and get involved in her work

Connect with Kristina Gore:

coachkgoregraphics@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/CoachKGoreGraphics