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Chris Ahern Photography

Photography · Video · Aerial

Coverage built
around the assignment.

Chris Ahern provides still photography, video, and FAA-certified aerial production for organizations, events, destinations, properties, broadcasts, and people throughout Detroit, Michigan, and beyond.

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Illenium performing to a packed outdoor crowd in downtown Detroit
Event coverage · Detroit

Photography · video · aerial

Services

Clear coverage, built around your assignment.

Corporate event guests networking in a bright reception space

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Events + Conferences

Natural, unobtrusive photo and video coverage of conferences, civic events, executive gatherings, and the moments that bring people together.

Aerial view of the 2024 NFL Draft stage and crowd in downtown Detroit

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Aerial + Broadcast

FAA Part 107 drone photography and video for broadcasts, productions, major events, destinations, and properties, with careful planning for each flight.

Smirnoff brand ambassadors greeting guests at Ford Field in Detroit

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Corporate + Commercial

Brand activations, campaigns, launches, and company stories captured for marketing, public relations, websites, and social media.

Architectural interior photograph of a wood-paneled room with a fireplace and grand piano

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Architecture + Real Estate

Interior, exterior, and aerial photography that shows the character, light, and context of residential and commercial spaces.

Four professional headshots with studio lighting and dark backgrounds

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Headshots + Portraits

Polished, approachable photographs for executives, teams, and individuals, with clear direction and a relaxed experience.

Large black-and-white Detroit fist photograph installed in a commercial office

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Licensing + Wall Art

Detroit and Michigan imagery for publications, campaigns, broadcast, and print, plus custom artwork for offices, hospitality, and other spaces.

Also available

Concerts and live music, weddings and personal events, family and newborn portraits, destination and tourism coverage, public-figure and civic assignments, and custom photo and video projects are also available. Services can be combined into one coordinated assignment.

A selection from the field

The body of work.

Events, people, places, and the moments in between. Select a photograph for a closer look.

Photography by Chris Ahern. Ask about image licensing.

Aerial photograph of Detroit Tree Lighting crowds and the illuminated Campus Martius ice rinkBig Sean at a Detroit Pistons and StockX community eventOutdoor portrait of a woman beneath stone archesReal estate living room photograph showing natural light, seating, and a fireplaceSinger performing under red and gold concert lightingWedding ceremony in a sunlit room with tall arched windowsGuests and organizers at an IBEW Local 58 Labor Day gathering in DetroitDrone photograph of a turquoise lake surrounded by dense green woodlandConfetti and stage effects at an indoor live eventFour professional headshots with studio lighting and dark backgroundsNFL Draft countdown event with speakers and guests in downtown DetroitBride and groom walking through a wooded wedding portrait location2025 Detroit Grand Prix concert crowd in Cadillac SquareRacing driver posing with an event guestFamily portrait framed by bright artwork and a colorful doorwayLong icicles covering the roof and walls of a red buildingBig Sean performing in a Detroit Pistons jersey at a StockX eventDrone photograph of a house surrounded by autumn woodlandSleeping newborn wrapped in a textured blanket on a soft backgroundReal estate interior photograph of a red bedroom with a four-poster bed and bay windowsSpeaker in a blue suit addressing an event audience from a podiumBride and groom standing at the entrance of a houseCrowd watching the 2026 World Cup at Campus Martius Park in DetroitCrew in safety vests posing beside Detroit Grand Prix racecourse signsCouple posing on a cobblestone street in downtown DetroitColorful interactive art at Beacon Park's 2026 summer concert in DetroitKeyboardist performing on a concert stage under magenta and yellow lightsPublic figure speaking at a civic rallyBride and groom posing beside white and pink blossomsDetroit holiday tree being delivered beside the Fox TheatreDetroit Pistons dancers with the team mascot at a community eventFamily maternity portrait on a downtown streetPerformer facing a packed outdoor concert crowd in downtown DetroitTwo guests with a framed award at a community eventBig Sean with a community group at a Detroit Pistons and StockX eventBride and groom posing beneath elevated tracks in downtown DetroitIBEW Local 58 Labor Day march participant holding a solidarity signCampus Martius ice skating rink and holiday lights in downtown DetroitGuests posing together at a New Year's Eve celebrationDetroit sports mascots at a 2026 World Cup watch party in Campus Martius ParkVisit Detroit group portrait outdoors with autumn foliageWedding party posing beside colorful Detroit alley muralsOutdoor concert stage in downtown Detroit at nightSpeaker addressing guests at an indoor civic eventDrone view of Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius ParkMarriage proposal beside the ice rink at Campus Martius during the holidaysRacing event portrait with a driver and guestBig Sean and guests presenting a Detroit Pistons jersey at a StockX eventAerial view of an IBEW Local 58 Labor Day march through DetroitCommunity volunteers painting a yellow street muralBride and groom cutting their wedding cake at a reception2026 World Cup watch party crowd beside Campus Martius Park in DetroitCouple walking through downtown Detroit during the holidaysIBEW Local 58 group portrait at a Detroit Labor Day gatheringWedding party and children posing beside tall arched windows

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Based in Metro Detroit
Serving Michigan + beyond