Writer/Journalist/Photographer
EYE|HEART|SOUL
NBA Finals: Thunder stunned in series opener, again
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney For the Oklahoma City fans who stormed out of the Paycom Center with stunned or angry looks on their faces, it...
NBA Finals: Will power
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY-- I’m feeling nostalgic right now. As someone who grew up on the NBA of the 80s and 90s when the...
NBA Finals: Indianapolis fans coming to OKC have plenty of culinary options
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY-- One of the best things about the NBA Finals coming to Oklahoma City is the number of visitors...
NBA Finals: Loud City ready to do its part
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney Back in 2012, Matt Westphalen could feel it in his bones. As a member of the Oklahoma City Storm Chasers, he...
Thunder return to form to take 3-1 series lead in WCF
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney After getting drilled by 40 points in Game 3, the Oklahoma City Thunder had something to prove in Game 4. With...
Atkinson: Bittersweet ending to record breaking prep career
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney Jordan Atkinson knew something was wrong. At the 70-meter mark of her 100-meter dash, Atkinson’s body was...
Foregone conclusion: Gilgeous-Alexander adds MVP to resume
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney It was the worst-kept secret in the NBA. For weeks, if not months, it was a foregone conclusion that Shai...
Loud City Live: Paycom Center open for road games
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney When the Oklahoma City Thunder hit the road, the franchise still wants you to come and watch the game....
Second half surge keys Thunder victory in Game 1
Story & Photos By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- At this point, it seems to be a foregone conclusion that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be named...
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Photography Portfolios
Journalism
This portfolio captures the raw essence of real-life events with stunning clarity. Each photo tells a compelling story, turning news into a visual narrative that informs and captivates.
Portrait
The portrait portfolio captures the unique personalities of its subjects with an intimate and expressive touch. Each photograph reveals deeper layers of character and emotion.
Sports
This sports photography brings high-energy action and peak athleticism to life. The images capture intense moments and raw emotions, putting you right in the middle of the action.
Travel
The travel portfolio takes viewers on a visual journey through diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Each photo vividly captures the essence of a location, inspiring wanderlust and curiosity.
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Photographs are made for more than just collecting likes on social media. A truly impressive image deserves to be printed out big and hung on walls for everyone to view, admire, question, remember and make statements. Those are the types of moments I seek and have gathered for the MKM print collection.
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About Michael
Growing up in Oklahoma, I was like most young boys. I had dreams of playing football at the University of Oklahoma and making a pro career with the Dallas Cowboys. However, once I realized there wouldn’t be too many openings for a 5-foot-8 offensive lineman in the NFL, I had to look for alternatives. Reporter. Writer. Photojournalist. These are some of the different titles I’ve picked up instead. But the one moniker that encompasses every aspect of the more than three-decade journey I’ve been on is storyteller. Whether I’m covering the NBA Finals or photographing the people of Portugal, I am telling a story.
Whether I’m crafting a branding profile, covering a protest march or authoring my newest travel book, the story comes first.
If I can be of help, contact me at: MichaelKinney92@hotmail.com