Providing Trauma-Sensitive and LGBTQIA2+ Affirming Marketing and lifestyle photography for Artists and Entrepreneurs

– “Your authentic story, your way.”

A Sneak Peek at Recent Projects

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Introducing Chay Creates LLC

Hi! I’m Chay Hardy, owner and founder of Chay Creates LLC!

At Chay Creates, we specialize in marketing and lifestyle photography for Queer/Ally visual artists and entrepreneurs. Our mission is to create a safe, trauma-informed, and supportive environment where clients of all identities can receive the very best images, while remaining confidently focused on their message. Our vision is to be among the first certified trauma-informed photography studios in the United States, specializing in LGBTQIA2+ affirming marketing and lifestyle photography.

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Photography Services Offered

Commercial Brand Photography

Styled Brand photoshoots on location or in a space that suits your content needs. Perfect for updating marketing photos, headshots, and team photos.

Artist Marketing Photography

Editorial style studio photography created for artists and entertainers. Perfect for updating promotional content, headshots, album covers, and more!

Live Event and Conference Photography

Scroll-stopping event images captured with marketing in mind. Specializing in Drag/Burlesque, Dance, Conference, and Festival photography

Behind-the-Scenes Photography

Your personal paparazzi for the day! Capturing events, workshops, retreats, content creation days and more in a photojournalism style that allows clients to take a peek into what it looks like to work with you.

Senior Photography

For the senior who loves a little artistic edge to their photos. Capturing dynamic photos of seniors and their favorite activities, with an included commercial use license to set them up for entering the professional world.

General Portrait Photography

From couples to families with pets to photojournalism style moment captures, general portrait photography is the best way for you and your circle to capture your favorite memories.

Are You Ready To Start a New Project With Chay Creates?