Client List
Marriott International
FedEx
Texas Tech University
PBS
Food & Wine Magazine
CBS Interactive
American Heart Association
Envision Health Care
U.S. Department of Defense
ATT
IHG Hotels
Hilton Hotels
Bloomberg
D Magazine
Garden & Gun Magazine
Field & Stream
Aloft Hotels
Golf Digest
Millicent Rogers Museum Taos, New Mexico
GSDM
London Daily Telegraph
Men’s Journal
Men’s Vogue
Neiman Marcus
On Magazine
Paper City Magazine
Condé Nast Traveller
Elle Décoration [France]
Shatterprroof Advertising
Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
Signature Advertising & Marketing
AIDS Outreach Center - Ft. Worth
Forefront Living
Presbyterian villiage North, Dallas
Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Richards Group
Definitive Touch Magazine (Canada)
Federation of State Medical Boards
AMS Pictures
American Medical Response
Nacon Gaming (Lyon, France)
Hilltop Holdings
Schneider National
Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center
Awards
London International Advertising
American Advertising Federation
Photography Served
Adobe
Houston Advertising Federation
Communication Arts
Behance
Dallas Advertising Federation
Ft. Worth ISD
Dallas ISD
A Smith Gallery, Johnson City, Texas
Elizabeth Avedon
David, Your images are outstanding. The angles and framing are exceptional. This is my honest critique being actively involved videography not from just a hotelier standpoint. Thank you.
Nick Patel- owner duel brand Courtyard by Marriott and Towneplace Suites Galveston, Texas.
There’s a buildup to a photo shoot—a preparation. Pulling together ideas and whatever possible to convey a message of the vision that is hoped to be achieved. David is a visionary on his own and had the graciousness to look over my collection of thoughts and help me achieve it with his myriad lenses. He does so in a humble and honoring way. He may have to assert himself to get a shot—or as many as he can despite the limitations—but still has the perfect touch as he sets up each model, eliciting exactly what is needed to achieve our vision. He is this way with everyone around him. His shots capture the moment we wanted and some we didn’t know we wanted until we saw his vision captured on the screen. That’s what’s great about working with David!
Karen Moore - Art Director, American Heart Association
As a Creative Director, I look for a photographer that can capture much more than the still images for a campaign. I seek photographers that can capture the emotion of a campaign to tell our story successfully. David McGhee is this type of photographer.
I’ve worked with David on several shoots, and he always brings professionalism and creativity to his projects. His approachable and flexible style makes him a joy to work with, and his friendly demeanor makes the entire set comfortable, which shows through in the finished results.
Doug Simpler - Director of Marketing, TeamHealth VirtualCare at TeamHealth
At the end of August, I wrote an article in Simple Style recommending the photography works of David McGhee. At first, I fell in love with this photographer from Texas because of his words. He said, "Photography is like a mirror, reflecting a better or worse self. No matter how difficult this cognition is, it is so important for photographers to look inside." David sent me an email to express his gratitude And asked about the columnists. Examine your heart, follow your inner wishes and thoughts, and live a simple and real life, just like the feeling we get from admiring David McGhee's land photography works Pinal County. His interview reminded me of the poem written by the symbolist poet Rimbaud at the end of the 19th century: "La vie est d'ailleur!", run away, stay away, wander, let the soul exile. The man who calls himself the "Son of the Desert." Simple Style was very honored to invite American photographer David McGhee to be our seventh columnist.
Qing Zhou - Editor - Simple Style
You were so amazing to work with and I sincerely thank you so much for your time, effort and guidance during this shoot. I absolutely LOVE LOVE THESE! They look so amazing and I’m so proud of them!
Erica Plemons - Director of Sales and Marketing, Aloft Hotels
David’s shots copyblock me. His pictures fill in where my words should. He visually tells a story between frames. Marketers jones for that sweet spot in the decision gap. A spot where a possible consumer wonders even fantasizes about using their product. David knows how to capture it.
Lee Porter, Freelance Writer
David is absolutely wonderful to work with. His Photography is always top notch in all aspects. We will always choose David for his creativity, quality work, and professionalism. He takes extra time to make sure everything is perfect and the end result is always great.
Jennifer Daudi - Vice President Marketing, Propel Management
When I think of photographers, I think in categories. Different names mean different types of photography – from landscapes to fashion, corporate, food, products, and high concept. David could put together a portfolio in any one of those niches and convince you that it is all he does. I don’t know anyone else like that. David is passionate without pretense, a tireless worker and a wonderful collaborator. In the 20 plus years we’ve known each other, he has never stopped impressing me.
Kevin Miller - Creative Director and Partner, Signature Advertising
David is exceptional and I'll explain why. Those of us on the strategic side of the marketing world know that working with the creative minds is not always easy. Yes, we want the best artists, but we also look for true professionals. David is exceptional because, he's both.
Anya Baboyedova - e-Commerce Manager, Marriott International
I've worked with a number of photographers through the years as a journalist and David McGhee is undoubtedly one of the best. Not only is his work exemplary, but his easygoing demeanor immediately puts his subjects at ease. Also, he quickly understands the mood or feel you're looking for in his work, something that's not always simple to convey.
A.J. Mistretta - Vice President, Lindsay Brown Public Relations
I had the pleasure of working with David on the Skype Passion Project. His style, energy and hardworking nature was a great addition to this project and his talent and skill was evident in the final images. As a producer, it's great to have someone to collaborate with during a fast paced shoot, and David was just the guy.
Laura McQuay - Producer at Skype
I can honestly say he is one of the best of the very best when it comes to delivering the most creative and innovative images. His photography transcends the mere capturing of the subject - his work can help redefine an image, capturing a moment in time which speaks volumes.
Allan Gould Jr. - Executive Director, Aids Outreach of Tarrant County
There is no more trusted photographer in by book than David McGhee. David truly understands the reason for each project and is always looking for new angles and ideas to better the project. David’s background in art directing gives him an edge unlike any other and his style & professionalism cannot be matched.
Steve Stern - Sr. Brand Manager - Consumer and Franchise Marketing, LaQuinta Hotels
He has a good eye for the capturin’ of the moment kinda thing, and a whirlpool of knowledge about photography & Adobe PhotoShop….When you view one of his fab way-out images the body can’t help but twitch….oooooo….I’m feelin’ it,…yeah this it it baby! Are you feelin’ it? If you isn’t, then you gotta a blown fuse, and should have your oil changed, as well. I guess in short, Dave be da man!
Jason “Bat” Huerta - underground artist in Austin, Tx