Published Photography Credits

Books

The Civil War Soldier: A Photographic Journey (Author and Photographer)
Gainesville Alive With Opportunity (Principal Photographer and Editor)
University of Florida-Palm and Pine (Co-photographer)

Newspapers

Alachua County Today Newspaper
Civil War News
Suwanee County Times
The Observer Newspaper

Websites

CNN.com
National Geo News
National Geographic.com
Scientific America

Magazines

About Ray Carson Photography

With over 40 years of professional photography experience, Ray Carson is a passionate photographer offering a diverse range of images for sale and is available for hire on assignments. His work spans photojournalism, editorial, commercial, wedding/event, entertainment, product, and fine art photography. His photographs have been published in 68 magazines and over 60 newspapers. He is the author of the internationally published book “The Civil War Soldier: A Photographic Journey” and was chief photographer for “University of Florida: Palm and Pine”. His work has been featured in 12 other books and exhibited in over 45 galleries. He is also a hand colorist, creating hand-painted images from black and white photographs using oils, pencils, and watercolor dyes. Each original piece is then photographed for reproduction as digital art prints. Ray Carson's photography has been recognized with prestigious awards like the Silver Reel Award from the U.S. Film Commission, 2 UPPA first-place awards, and a first-place Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) award, Ray Carson is a well-respected professional in the field of photography.

“For me, photography is more than a profession, it is a passion that shapes the way I see the world. Photographs allow us to freeze a moment of time forever. Whether it is the way the light paints a landscape or an expression of human emotion, it is captured through the lens. The camera allows us to show viewers places, people, and things that they would never see otherwise.

As an artistic tool, photography can create worlds seen only in the mind of its creator, making that image available for each viewer to interpret. Every instant of time is different, ever-changing in light, color, composition, and action, no two moments are the same but through photography, any instant can stopped and held forever. The world around us is a place of amazing beauty, ever-changing as we view it. Photography gives us a chance to document the wonder around us. And document the past”.

Whether you're looking to purchase stunning stock images or hire a skilled photographer for your next project, Ray Carson's expertise and passion ensure that each photograph tells a compelling story.

Alachua County, Florida & surrounding areas, including Gainesville, FL.
Available for remote assignments and willing to travel.
Alachua, FL 32615

Call/Text: (352) 281-4627

raycarsonphoto@gmail.com

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Copyright ©2025 Ray Carson Photography. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by SparkDog Websites+, LLC
Login