Writer/Journalist/Photographer
EYE|HEART|SOUL
Keeping it in the family
By Michael Kinney In 1962, Park Prince Sr. asked Marjorie Franklin out on a date. In the early 1960s, black couples could find a limited number of...
Oklahoma kid breaking national records
(Photos by Michael Kinney) By Michael Kinney YUKON - Vernon Turner had planned on having an easy day. The Yukon High senior had been mostly knew the...
Nuggets win, but night belongs to Westbrook
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- If not for a 35-foot last-second 3-pointer by Russell Westbrook, the Denver Nuggets would have entered the final...
Musicians want to make a difference with music festival
By Michael Kinney Like most up-and-coming bands, Red Club wants to make a name for itself. In order to do that, the 2×4 blues act devotes hours to...
Westbrook on the doorstep of history
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- While Russell Westbrook is on the verge of completing an historical achievement, the Oklahoma City Thunder find...
Thunder fall to lively Hornets
(Photo by Sam Murch) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- For most of the season, Russell Westbrook's chase of the triple-double record and his team's...
Thunder on wrong end comeback despite Westbrook triple double
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- It came from the upper rafters, but a faint echo of MVP could be heard as Kawhi Leonard stood at the free throw...
Westbrook closing in on history as Thunder fight for playoff positioning
(Photo by Torrey Purvey) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- The chants of "MVP, MVP" rang throughout the arena as Oklahoma City Thunder guard...
NBA star attacks illiteracy by making reading cool
By Michael Kinney Throughout his basketball career, Russell Westbrook has played one way. Whenever the Oklahoma City point guard touches the...
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Photography Portfolios
PHOTOJournalism
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.
Photography Prints
Photographs are made for more than just collecting likes on social media. A truly impressive image that makes a statement deserves to be printed out big and hung on walls to be viewed, admired, questioned and remembered. 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 in some ways. I had dreams of playing football at the University of Oklahoma and making a 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 other alternatives.
My search led me to a career in journalism and photography. What started as just a passion for sports reporting turned into more than 20 years of working in all areas of an industry that continues to intrigue me.
Whether I’m covering the OKC Thunder winning the NBA Championship, writing about emerging artists & CEOs in Oklahoma, detailing war protests in Spain or photographing the chaos of the Moroccan street markets, I’m attracted to fascinating storylines that readers will find interesting, thought-provoking & visually stimulating as well.
Go to MichaelKinney.smugmug.com (photos) for more examples of my work. For those with writing and photography opportunities, I can be reached by email at MichaelKinney92@hotmail.com, or tap the Contact Me button below.