Marine Corps veteran turned photographer and director, creating beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and travel campaigns that celebrate authenticity and the extraordinary in the ordinary.

About me

I'm a photographer and director based in New York and Paris, specializing in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and travel. A Florida native and seven-year active-duty Marine Corps veteran, my journey began in a small southern town where I dreamed of exploring the world beyond my backyard. Through my lens, I learned to see the extraordinary in the ordinary, drawing inspiration from diverse stories, landscapes, and people I encounter.

Travel is at the core of my work. I've shot campaigns for brands like L'Oréal, The North Face, and Rimowa, capturing stories across continents and cultures. Later in my career, I studied at Art Center College of Design, which gave me the language to articulate and deepen my creative vision. As a queer artist, my work celebrates authenticity and the power of representation.

Whether orchestrating large-scale commercial productions or capturing intimate studio portraits, I bring big ideas to life with creativity and precision, approaching every project with a boots-shined, on-time attitude that delivers the highest standards of professionalism. For me, photography isn't just a profession—it's a lifestyle dedicated to preserving and sharing the beauty I discover in the world.

Select Clients 

L'Oréal Paris, Vogue Beauty, Bon Appétit, Country Living UK, BetterHelp, Nissan, Target, The North Face, Great Clips, Bonobos, Women’s Wear Daily, BMW, New Era, AIDS/LifeCycle, Honda, Leisure Lab, HelloFresh, and Rimowa. 

Email: hello@cedricterrell.com