Fresno Photojournalist - Editorial Photographer

Central Valley photojournalism

Photo, video and aerial photography for news organizations, universities, healthcare, and business across Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Yosemite, and the Central San Joaquin Valley.

Award-winning photojournalist with 35+ years in daily news. Clients include the Associated Press, Fresno State, UCSF Fresno, and Madera Community College.

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Nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, streets, and a tall communication tower, showing a view over downtown at dusk.
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A man wearing a gray cap and plaid shirt, sitting in an orange basket, harvesting tomatoes in a greenhouse or garden with green foliage around him.
An aerial view of a snow-covered forest with a winding dark road running through it and a white vehicle driving along the road.
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A smiling woman hugging a girl outdoors on a sidewalk. The woman has a colorful headscarf and a green jacket, and the girl has her hair in double buns, wearing a dark jacket.
Aerial view of a road with a single blue car driving, lined with palm trees casting long shadows.
A rodeo bull knocks down a cowboy, who is falling to the ground during a bull riding event.
Looking up at tall green trees from the forest floor with a clear blue sky in the background.
A hot air balloon festival at sunset with colorful hot air balloons ready for flight, crowds of people walking and gathering, children playing, and a man sitting on a bicycle in the foreground.
A young male football player in a white and red uniform holding a football on a stadium field with empty red seats in the background.
A large group of hikers on a trail near a tall waterfall surrounded by trees and rocks.
A group of people holding a large rainbow flag at an outdoor pride event. One girl in the foreground is wearing rainbow knee-high socks, rainbow shoulder bag, and black boots, and is smiling as she walks.

FAQ: Freelance Photography Services in Fresno, CA

Craig Kohlruss – Fresno-area photojournalist with 35+ years of daily news experience.

  • Yes. I take freelance assignments in Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Yosemite, and across the Central San Joaquin Valley. Use the booking button to check my availability for your date.

  • Breaking news, features, profiles, sports, events, and documentary storytelling, drawing on 35+ years in daily newspapers. I’ve also worked with universities, healthcare organizations, and businesses that need editorial-style images.

  • Yes. I’m an FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot and can add aerial photos and video to an assignment where airspace and conditions allow.

  • I generally deliver edited images within 72 hours or less. For breaking news and fast-turnaround editorial gigs, I offer same-day digital delivery via secure FTP or cloud galleries.

  • Yes. I produce news-style video for coverage, interviews, and event recaps, often alongside stills.

  • Rates depend on the scope of the assignment, including shoot length, editing, and how the images will be used. Send me the details for a quote. Half-day shoots generally start at $500.

  • Images are licensed for the use agreed on in advance. Extended or commercial use can be arranged.

  • Yes, I carry full commercial general liability insurance, and a certificate of insurance is available upon request. I operate as an independent contractor, accept W-9 billing, and can accommodate standard corporate net-30 invoicing terms.