About Ellegood Photography
Who’s behind the camera?
Thanks for wanting to know more about me!
I have been married to my college sweetheart, Jenny, for over 18 years. Our adventures together have taken us all across the Midwest; moves to Ohio (twice), Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Indiana; and have given us a love for enjoying the simplicities of life.
Together, with our three children, we enjoy the excitement of homeschooling, exploring local and state parks, walks in our neighborhood, and movie nights!
In my day job I work for a local church. I spent 12 years as a youth pastor and I’ve spent the last six years as Director of Communications. I build websites, photograph church events, manage social media accounts, prepare sermon artwork, and other duties as assigned. Throughout it all, my camera is usually within arms reach (or thrown over my shoulder).
Black coffee is my drink, dark chocolate is my snack, board games fill our family closets, and I’m trying to stay motivated enough to be in better shape today than I was yesterday.
Why Photography?
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a camera in my hand - if I took a trip, I took a camera. Dropping photos off at the store and waiting for them to be developed and returned to me was torture. The anticipation drove me nuts! I wanted to see what I had captured.
Photos capture some of life’s greatest moments. When we look back at them we remember favorite vacations, loved ones we miss, adventures we dared to take and are filled with hope that we can keep doing it.
Every time I look at my favorite photos I remember the people I have met throughout my life and the experiences I have had. I want to give you the same gift.