Don is one of those fortunate individuals who can actually say that he is living his dream. Growing up near Savannah Georgia, Don spent his childhood documenting and archiving events, vacations as well as adventures through art of photography. Don graduated from college in GA, he moved to Arizona and began a 10 year career as Marketing Director for an environmental technology company. He has developed and implemented several different marketing and advertising strategies for environmental firms both localized outreached programs to a national advertising campaign. After retuning to photography school and receiving formal training in photography, he opened Thompson Image Studio.
Don’s unique natural talent is very reminiscent of “Old Hollywood”, and as a result Don has been photographing models and celebrities ever since. Don is passionate about social responsibility to the earth and it’s inhabitants, and he reflects that in his personal life as well as his professional life.
“I am fortunate enough to not only have a business partner that is an amazing photographer but she also happens to be one of my closest friends. I actually dont think of her as a friend, she is so much more like family but when it comes to business and photography, she is gifted and talented and can do anything she sets her mind to. “~Don
Stephanie’s love of photography started at an early age. While her friends had posters of their favorite movie stars on their walls…Stephanie had pictures of photos she loved, things that inspired her & images that evoked emotion. Born in Cleveland, Ohio; she now resides in Scottsdale with her two beautiful (and very photogenic) young children-Max & Paige. She has been married to Tyler for 9 wonderful years. Finally finding her true passion in life…Stephanie specializes in head shots, family & babies, portraits, fashion and special events.
Stephanie has an an amazing eye for creativity and is gaining notariety as one of the valleys most creative photographers. She knows how to photograph families and children and special events in ways that create unforgettable images that will be cherished for years. Her long-term goal is to support the company’s vision of being at the forefront of photographic journalism and artistic photography and to gain the attention of national magazines.
Our goals at Thompson Image Photography are for every client to know that they have been provided with the best quality photography services available.Our objectives are to employ the best professional practices with honesty and commitment.
To develop partnerships with clients, so they know their photography needs are being met. To apply our working knowledge and experience to each job so that every job is a success for our business and our clients. We strive to be an educated, proper and respectful representative of the photography industry but we like to have a good time too, after all life is so short and goes by so fast. Why not have a little fun in what you do and love.


