Ben Howard Photography

I specialize in creating timeless images that tell your story. From stunning portraits and graduation celebrations to family photos that capture the love and laughter you share, I bring artistry and authenticity to every shot. Need a professional headshot? I’ll make sure you look confident and approachable.

For the stage, I provide theatrical production photography that highlights the drama and energy of your performance—perfect for publicity and portfolios. And when it comes to events, whether it’s a party, campout, or corporate gathering, I offer both photography and videography to preserve the joy and excitement of every moment.

Your memories deserve more than snapshots; they deserve to be unforgettable.

Portraits and Family Photos

Celebrate life’s milestones and connections with photography that feels authentic and timeless. From individual portraits and professional headshots to graduation sessions and family gatherings, I capture the personality, confidence, and joy that make these moments unforgettable.

Theatrical Photos

Showcase the drama and artistry of your performance with high-quality images that capture the energy of the stage. Perfect for publicity, programs, and portfolios.

Event Photography

Whether it’s a wedding, party, or corporate event, I’ll preserve the excitement and emotion of your special occasion through stunning photos.

@Benhoward.Photography

Keep up with my current projects!

Part 10 of my “World Around Us” series. "The world is so big, and I have seen so little of it." - Leslie Knope More photos can be found on my website.

Part 9 of my “World Around Us” series. Through the majestic fjords of Norway More photos can be found on my website.

There are roughly one million words in the English language, yet there is not one single combination that can depict the beauty of this land. Part 8 of my "World Around Us" Series. More photos can be found on my website.

To leave the world behind, take the trek, and reach the top. Part 7 of my “World Around Us” series.

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." -Neale Donald Walsh This quote has resonated with me since I first heard it at summer camp when I was 12. Hiking glaciers and peaks in Norway is an experience that will stick with me forever, but beyond that, I was surrounded by incredible students who took the leap to push themselves to do something new, something hard, and something that scared them to death.  More photos can be found on my website.

Part 6 of my “World Around Us” series. Sometimes the impulsive decision to leave the real world behind and explore a new place with new people can be one of the most amazing decisions ever. This section of the “World Around Us” series explores the land of Norway as the seasons change. More photos can be found on my website.

DANMARKS STØRSTE FREDAGSBAR & IDRÆTSDAG I had the pleasure of being the photographer for Denmarks largest Friday Bar & Sports Day. A full day party starting with athletic competitions and ending with a night of concerts for over 10,000 students! Here is a selection of photos from the event, capturing the activities, the parties, the dancing, and the people. This was some of the most fun I’ve had taking photos and I can’t wait to do more concert photography. More photos can be found on my website, link in bio! #denmark #photography #concerts #eventphotography #college #party

@studenterhusaarhusofficial knows how to take the party to an 11 with “Drag on a Thursday!” Loved capturing this rollercoaster of a show, 10/10!

Photos from International Night @studenterhusaarhusofficial There is nothing better than hundreds of strangers from across the world having the time of their lives on the dance floor!

Part 5 of my “World Around Us” series. These photos, taken in December of 2025, are to capture the world surrounding us. Reminding me to take a moment when things get tough and take a step back to just appreciate the beautiful world we live in. More photos can be found on my website.

Part 4 of my “World Around Us” series. These photos, taken in December of 2025, are to capture the world surrounding us. Reminding me to take a moment when things get tough and take a step back to just appreciate the beautiful world we live in. More photos can be found on my website.

Part 3 of my “World Around Us” series. These photos, taken in December of 2025, are to capture the world surrounding us. Reminding me to take a moment when things get tough and take a step back to just appreciate the beautiful world we live in. More photos can be found on my website.

Part 2 of my “World Around Us” series. These photos, taken in December of 2025, are to capture the world surrounding us. Reminding me to take a moment when things get tough and take a step back to just appreciate the beautiful world we live in. More photos can be found on my website.

Part 1 of my “World Around Us” series. These photos, taken in December of 2025, are to capture the world surrounding us. Reminding me to take a moment when things get tough and take a step back to just appreciate the beautiful world we live in. More photos can be found on my website.

Photography is about capturing life in the moment. I had the pleasure of doing a 21st birthday photoshoot for Adam across Wilmington this summer to celebrate his birthday and capture him at this moment in his life. Traveling across the city and exploring many different styles of portrait photography and editing techniques as well as playing with fire. I had a ton of fun capturing Adam through these various techniques and settings. Cheers to 21! #birthday #photoshoot #21 #playingwithfire #portraitphotography

Senior Season! Congratulations to Anna for graduating from Western Carolina with a B.S. in Emergency and Disaster Management. Anna is one of my closest friends and I had so much fun capturing her incredible personality and light that she brings everywhere she goes. Anna is an incredible spirit and overall incredible person that I am proud to have shared so much of my life with the last year as her roommate. I cannot wait to see where she goes next! To see more of my work or schedule a photoshoot, visit my website via the link in my bio. #senior #gradphoto #graduation #photoshoot #westerncarolina

Senior Season! Congratulations to Maren for graduating from Western Carolina with a B.A. in Stage and Screen. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Maren for almost three years and I have loved every second. This photoshoot was particularly special because I got to capture Maren in her element with the Cat Tran where she spent her time transporting students around campus. I cannot wait to see where she goes next! To see more of my work or schedule a photoshoot, visit my website via the link in my bio. #senior #gradphoto #graduation #photoshoot #westerncarolina

Senior Season! Congratulations to Elizabeth for graduating from Western Carolina with a B.A. in Stage and Screen. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth on and off the stage for three years now and am honored to have taken her graduation photos. I cannot wait to see where she goes next! To see more of my work or schedule a photoshoot, visit my website via the link in my bio. #senior #gradphoto #graduation #photoshoot #westerncarolina

“Peter+I” produced by WCU School of Stage and Screen! Loved taking photos of this incredible production!

Merry Christmas from the Rays! I was able to take family photos for Ms. Woolard to help them make a gift to their dad for Christmas, showcasing the entire family. 3 Generations of a family all coming together for the holidays is truly amazing!

Another photoshoot with Heaven and her sister, and this time, the rest of the family came along! I was so happy to be able to take the Kalimba family photos around the holidays, I loved getting to work with them again!

Graduation marks your last day of school, but for the Escuti sisters, it also marks their last day in NC. I was fortunate enough to be able to capture some memories in downtown Raleigh with them before they moved.

Graduation! A time full of change, joy, and of course... Photos! Violet, you are a ray of sunshine and I love doing photoshoots with you! This marks our 3rd shoot together, hopefully not our last!

Found a new love for train track photos! I also discovered that it's a lot harder to take photos when you spend the whole shoot laughing, because Jiin is nothing if not a crazy soul and an amazing person! Her senior photos came out amazing!!

Photographing Jane for her senior photos was such a delight! She is an amazing person, and did most of the work for me! She went pose to pose so fast I could barely keep up, but the session was a great experience, and the photos came out great!

Had a blast photographing Jada for her senior photos, and the rest of the Parker family! We went to some of my favorite spots, and got some killer photos, even despite the freezing cold and cloudy weather.

I loved photographing Imin! I got to explore a new location and use som new equipment and techniques, all in all a great time!

So lucky I was able to do Heaven's senior photos, as well as photos of her sister and friend who were able to come along as well! The 3 together are amazing and I love how they turned out!

Loved this sunset senior photo shoot with Emily and Libby! The two of them were so fun to photograph, and it was a blast working with them!

A more floral approach for Carmens senior photos, and they came out FANTASTIC! Few things can beat the sunset in a flower field look!