Portfolio of Mickel Garrett – Photographer · Lighting Specialist

Photographer // Lighting Specialist // Creative Consultant

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I create lighting-driven visuals built on technical skill and clean creative instinct.

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Mickel.

My journey into commercial photography and lighting design started in Los Angeles, inside rental houses, prep bays, and those long days on set where I learned gear, grip, lighting, and the rhythm of real production. Those years built my discipline, sharpened my problem-solving, and showed me how professional crews move when the work actually matters.

Over time, I learned that strong images don’t come from luck. They come from systems, intentional lighting, clean execution, and workflows that respect the craft. That mindset is what I bring into every project.

Now based in Kansas City, I focus on portrait work, editorial shoots, brand campaigns, and lighting-first visuals. Whether I’m shooting or shaping the light, my goal is simple — make the vision work creatively, technically, and commercially.

I believe powerful images come from understanding light and respecting the process. With me, you get both.

Frameline Studios is my production home. It’s where the larger builds live, the photography, the lighting systems, and the full commercial workflow.

If you’re ready for a full production experience, visit:

framelinestudios.com

EXPERIENCE

My experience was shaped by the people and companies who poured into me. The mentors in the rental houses, the crews on set, and the professionals who took the time to help me along the way. These were the places where I learned the real language of production. Working with teams across Line 204, The Camera Division, Industry Camera, Milk Studios LA (Equipment Rentals), and EDGE LA gave me a front-row education in craft, discipline, and industry-level standards.

I graduated from LA Film School in 2017 with honors, and spent the years that followed assisting and learning from some of the top photographers and directors in the industry. Those experiences helped build my eye, my approach, and my respect for the craft. They continue to shape the work I create today.