The Wall Street Journal, 2022 — Publication Portrait & Editorial Photography (TULSA, OK)
The Wall Street Journal, 2022 — Editorial Portraits & Feature Photography
High-end media visuals by CreeseWorks
Overview
CreeseWorks was contracted to produce portraits and feature imagery for The Wall Street Journal in 2022. The shoot spanned locations in New York, Washington DC, and remote settings, tailored to the themes and personalities of feature subjects.
Client Goals
Deliver polished, expressive portraiture suitable for print and web.
Adapt to different subject environments—office, home, studio.
Provide ready-to-publish images that reflect journalistic tone and subject authority.
The Challenge
Remote coordination across geographic locations.
Consistency in photogenic style despite varied environments.
Maintaining visual distinction and narrative cohesion across multiple stories.
Our Approach: The WORKS Method™
W – Widen the Vision Honor journalistic tone. Researched WSJ visual identity and editorial standards.
O – Optimize the Scene Tailor to each subject. Adjusted setup per locations, props, background, and light.
R – Refine the Story Express character. Directed poses, expressions, and environment details.
K – Keep It Human Real presence. Encouraged natural gestures, comfort, and authenticity.
S – Show the Legacy Build coherence. Ensured cohesive look across diverse features for client brand recognition.
Technical Execution
Equipment: Mirrorless systems with prime and zoom combos (24-70mm, 85mm)
Lighting: Portable strobe kits, softboxes, portable reflectors
Post: Clean retouching, editorial toning, color consistency
Delivery: High-resolution files + web-ready formats delivered within 48 hours
Results & Impact
Portraits and feature images published in The Wall Street Journal
Client satisfaction with visuals that matched editorial standards
Use of images across WSJ digital articles, print spreads, and promotions
Why It Matters
This project illustrates CreeseWorks’ agility in high-level media and editorial environments, delivering production-quality photography under tight standards and brand expectations.
About CreeseWorks
CreeseWorks is a Washington DC-based creative studio led by Christopher Creese, specializing in editorial, portrait, and media-driven storytelling. Our work has been featured by The Washington Post, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
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CreeseWorks operates primarily in Washington DC but serves national clients including NYC, Tulsa, and beyond — ideal for editorial, media, and portrait imagery.