Career portraits, family portraits, birthday parties, weddings

While the primary specialty of Focal Flame Photography is sports photography, we do offer additional services including career portraits, family portraits or family reunion photos, birthday party photos, photography for weddings and commitment ceremonies, and real estate/architectural photography.

Career Portraits

Do you need great portraits for your personal or company web site, office space, or your executive resume? Whether you are a physician or artist, corporate executive or freelancer, we’ve got you covered. Our photographer will work with you to create portraits that convey your skills and personality to customers, clients, and colleagues. Contact us today.

Family Portraits, Family Reunion Photos, and Birthday Party Photography

Looking for family portraits or birthday party photos from an award-winning photographer who, as a parent of two active young children, understands how to work with kids?

Whether you need photos at a birthday party, family reunion, or traditional family portraits, relax and let us do all the camera work so you can enjoy the day. Have an active family or kids that can't sit still? Coming from a background in sports photography, we LOVE it! At Focal Flame Photography, we capture memories at the speed of life. Call or email to reserve your date!

Weddings and Commitment Ceremonies

Frequently we are asked, "Do you shoot weddings?" The answer is "Yes, but we are not a 'typical' wedding photography service." When it comes to consulting with you during the planning stages, we specialize in straightforward communication to understand your style, personality, and needs. When it comes to photographic approach, we favor the untraditional and specialize in photojournalistic photo essays. For wedding photography and commitment ceremony photography in the Madison, Wisconsin area and beyond, contact us for an initial no-cost consultation session.

Vehicle Photographs, Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Are you trying to sell a car, boat, plane, motorcycle, or high-end bicycle? Putting your house, condo, or investment real estate property on the market? Prospective buyers want to see images before they decide whether to take the next step. Don't rely on poorly lit, fuzzy shots - show off your property with expertly-composed, professionally taken photos from Focal Flame Photography. We've covered everything from airplanes to resort hotels to custom bicycles. With affordable rates, the only reason not to call is if you really want your property sitting on the market longer. Contact us today, or have your real estate agent give us a call.

What Others Are Saying...

“Clint of Focal Flame Photography has been a huge asset to SBR ever since we met. He has been able to capture through the lens what my athletes are feeling and what they are dealing with during their training sessions. He has also been able to capture my interactions with my athletes at the most precise moments. If you ever want to capture an image and feeling for a lifetime, he's your man!”
Jessica Laufenberg, Owner
SBR Coaching

“The whole family is quite impressed with the story and photos. The emails have been flying back and forth and many of us had to hold back the tears when we finished reading the story. I am thrilled with the way it turned out. The writing was great and the story you put together was perfect!...Your product is phenomenal.”
Arrietta Clauss

“Clint Thayer’s portrait and still life work is first class. He has a creative and distinctive style, is very professional, and provides excellent value.”
Paul Gibbons

“I am very happy with the photos and am truly impressed with Clint's work.”
Ryan Nicometo

“You...are amazing people and so incredibly talented! I'm lucky to have hooked up with you...I will continue to follow your website and recommend your work to everyone I know!”
Lorie Anderson

“Clint Thayer is not only a gift to our area but he's a gift to sports photography on a much wider scale. His deep affection for understanding the science of photography and the innate sense of composition blend together in beautiful results.

If you look at his portfolio, you see what he can accomplish but my recommendation surpasses those qualities. He is somebody that marries a project and becomes personally involved.

He has the great passion for the subject - just as much as I did. He became a great companion in every project he takes. Whether it was photography for the Madison Shamrock Shuffle, Ironman Wisconsin or my 40th birthday, he pours himself into the art of photography. ”
Steve Donovan
Madison Shamrock Shuffle Race Director & Custom Sports Photography Client

“The book looks fantastic. I am truly in awe of both of you and your talents. I will treasure what you have made for me the rest of my days.”
Kitty Clark Cole