Writer/Journalist/Photographer
EYE|HEART|SOUL
Did the Thunder find its missing piece?
By Michael Kinney The minute former New York Knick Isaiah Hartenstein signed his multi-year free agent contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder, he...
Supreme Court will decide if new Oklahoma law criminalizes being homeless
By Michael Kinney It didn’t take long for it to happen. One day Jacqueline Rich was gainfully employed; weeks later the Bethany native found herself...
Competition and fun remain the focus at Oklahoma’s Endeavor Games
By Michael Kinney Click Here for Photo Gallery In 2019, Brenden Butler discovered he had bone cancer in his foot. After completing 10 months of...
Thunder take high aspirations and questions into offseason
By Michael Kinney It was not the way the Oklahoma City Thunder envisioned their season coming to an end. Giving up a 17-point halftime lead and...
A refocused Luka is a problem for the Thunder
By Michael Kinney It didn’t take long for Oklahoma City Thunder fans to latch on to Luka Doncic. Early in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinal...
Q&A with Thunder sparkplug Kendrich Williams
By Michael Kinney While the players won’t admit it, Monday’s 100-96 victory for the Oklahoma City Thunder was a must-win. A loss to the Dallas...
Branding Profile: Attorney finds his calling after exhausting all other options
Words & Photography by Michael Kinney When career-minded professionals are asked how they got started in their life’s work, many will say...
From Japan to Oklahoma, Thunder fan discovers whole new world
Words & Photography by Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY-- The first thing anyone needs to know about Nanae Yamano is that she doesn’t like the term...
NBA writer turns passion project into business venture
Words & Photography By Michael Kinney Darnell Mayberry has never been afraid to change directions when it comes to his career. Whether it was...
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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