Writer/Journalist/Photographer
EYE|HEART|SOUL
Westbrook saves best for last…again
(Photo by Torrey Purvey) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- Russell Westbrook continued his assault on the record books Tuesday when his Oklahoma...
Westbrook has added clutch to his resume this season
(Photo by Torrey Purvey) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- For the majority of his career, Russell Westbrook was not seen as a closer. Whenever...
Westbrook explodes in 4th to take down Pelicans
(Photo by Torrey Purvey) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- Russell Westbrook has the ability to hurt opposing teams in a variety of ways. But...
Newcomers adapt quickly, prepare for second game with Thunder
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- It was a quick turnaround for Taj Gibson and Doug McDermott. After being traded, the former Chicago Bulls players...
Musical introduces Motown to a new generation
By Michael Kinney As the daughter of a musician, Amber Johnson grew up in a house full of music. Whether it was country or old-school...
New Thunder fit perfectly in first game
(Photo by Torrey Purvey) By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- Alex Abrines knew there was a chance he'd get his first start of the season for Oklahoma...
Thunder revamp lineup with 5-player trade
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY – While most of the teams in the NBA have a timid approach when it comes to making trades, the Oklahoma City...
Giving back a way of life for Thunder
By Michael Kinney OKLAHOMA CITY -- After more than three seasons with the Utah Jazz, Enes Kanter thought he had a good idea of what it meant to be...
Monster trucks invading OKC
By Michael Kinney In 2004, Alex Blackwell was working as a truck driver in Pennsylvania, but his part-time occupation as a pro motocross rider was...
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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.