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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Let me bring your editorial vision to life.
📧 christopher@creeseworks.com
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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.

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