Casey Patrick Photography

09/26/2026

09/24/2026

One of my favorite parts of owning a business has nothing to do with actually picking up my camera.

It’s the people I get to meet, the relationships I get to build and the opportunities I get to give back.

This morning, I had the opportunity to visit the Elkhart Area Career Center and talk with students about stepping into the workforce, getting hired in their specific areas of study. Answering questions about what employers and business owners are actually looking for.

I love getting the chance to share some of what I’ve learned over the years and hopefully encourage the next generation as they start figuring out where they want to go.

Then there’s my Thursday mornings networking with BNI. ❤️

Every Thursday, I get to start my day with my amazing BNI group, and it has become such an important part of my week.

It keeps me motivated, keeps me connected and has introduced me to some genuinely great local business owners.

For me, networking isn’t just about passing referrals. It’s about building relationships with people I know and trust enough to confidently recommend to someone else.

When we support local businesses that are community focused and service focused, we’re not just helping one business grow.

We’re helping strengthen the community we all live and work in.

I’m pretty proud to be a small part of that. ❤️

08/31/2026

Sometimes you don’t realize how far you’ve come until you actually look back. 💪🏼📸

Health and fitness have always been a huge priority for me, but as I’ve gotten older, my body definitely doesn’t play by the same rules it used to. 😂

I’ve had multiple surgeries, a hysterectomy and plenty of ongoing back issues. I could have decided that this was just how my body was going to be and thrown in the towel.

But if you know me, you know that’s not really how I roll.

Over the past year, I’ve been working toward one BIG goal: a handstand press. Will I get there? I sure as hell hope so because this sucker is HARD. 😂

The first video was taken back in April. The second was this weekend.

And when I put them side by side, I kind of shocked myself.

There wasn’t one giant moment that got me here. It was getting up every morning, drinking my water, eating healthy, getting enough protein and fiber, taking my creatine and getting my butt to the gym about five mornings a week.

Just consistency.

And maybe that’s one of the reasons I love photography so much.

We’re living our lives every single day and sometimes we don’t notice the changes happening right in front of us. Then you put two photographs or videos side by side and suddenly you can SEE the story between them.

All those ordinary days in between mattered.

April ➡️ August.

I’m still not at that handstand press yet, but DAMN, I’m getting closer. 🙌🏼

So take the pictures. Take the videos. Document where you are right now, even if you’re not where you want to be yet.

Because someday you might look back and realize just how freaking far you’ve come. ❤️

08/28/2026

Thursday mornings have seriously become one of my favorite parts of the week! ❤️

I absolutely LOVE getting together with my BNI group. I’ve met so many amazing people, connected with some fantastic local businesses and built friendships and relationships that go way beyond just networking.

And yesterday didn’t stop there!

After BNI, Diane with Inspired Homes invited me to an incredible Hannah’s House fundraiser where our local real estate community came together to support the women, moms and children Hannah’s House serves.

I love finding opportunities throughout the year to donate my photography to a great cause, so of course I grabbed my camera and jumped in! 📸

THIS is what I love about being involved in our community. Meeting people. Making connections. Supporting each other. And getting to use something I love to help do a little good along the way. ❤️

08/26/2026

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08/25/2026

YES!! Where has this been all my life?

My PhotograpWestcottnds take a peek at what just dropped!!

Thank you Westcott!! Just ordered mine.

Perfect timing!!

Check it out👇🏻

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08/23/2026

A couple days ago, I had the opportunity to photograph Notre Dame Track & Field for their media day, and I had such a fantastic time with this crew!

The energy from these guys and girls was outstanding. So many great personalities and just genuinely great kids to work with. I absolutely love this time of year when everyone is back on campus, reconnecting with their teammates and excited for everything ahead.

Wishing the entire team an amazing season! ☘️

Let’s go Irish! 💚

08/12/2026

𝗜𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴.

I work with a lot of people who come in thinking they're not photogenic. Most of the time what's happened is they've been told to "just be natural" or left to figure it out on their own. That just leaves you stiff because you're not getting direction.

With seniors, couples, and families, my job is to direct you, coach you through it, and make sure you feel confident in front of the camera.

https://link.caseypatrickphotography.com/sp/2efbd255fe3That's where the real work happens.

Your photos should feel like you, not like you're performing.

08/08/2026

✨ Senior Ambassador Team 2026–27 is officially underway! ✨

Our first official meetup is in the books, and these three ladies absolutely killed it! 🤍

We headed up to New Buffalo for a beach session, and it was the first time the girls had actually met each other. We laughed, played around, got to know one another, and of course created some AMAZING photos along the way.

Mother Nature definitely kept us moving because we were racing the rain 🌧️😂, but somehow we wrapped up JUST in time!

I’m so excited for everything we are planning this year and to watch these three grow, have fun, build friendships, and create some seriously awesome memories together.

Class of 2027… we’re just getting started. 📸✨