Who I Am

Hello! My name is Courtney. I'm a published automotive photojournalist and creative photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have always found myself drawn to the arts, language, and history. I picked up my first camera as a child, and haven't stopped shooting or learning since. 

Cars have always been more of an art form than a locomotive from point A to point B, and I strive to illustrate that belief in each piece of work that I create. Classic cars specifically carry a sense of nostalgia and character that cannot be recreated, which is why they show up in just about everything I shoot. In addition to the machines, I love documenting the people who bring them to the forefront. It's the builders who breathe life into materials, and each one has a valuable story to tell. In placing the majority of my photographic work on cars, I surround myself with what I love. 

While I maintain a focus in automotive photography, I am more than happy to shoot portraiture, weddings + elopements, lifestyle, and much more (I have a particular love of fashion + bridal work)! If you're looking for my non-automotive portfolio, you can find it here: Courtney Mae Photo.

Lastly, below you will find a couple of videos that exemplify my work and my lifestyle. I truly love what I do, and it is merely a result of the biggest passions in my life. I hope these pieces help to show that.