I’m a photographer and filmmaker who believes every person carries a story worth telling with intention. My work blends cinematic color, emotional honesty, and the grit of real locations to create images the feel lived in, not manufactured. I chase the moments that reveal who you really are. My goal isn’t just to take your picture. It’s to help you see yourself in a new, powerful way.

Who is Grain and Grit?

Man standing on rocks in a lake during sunset, holding a camera, wearing a red hoodie, sunglasses, brown boots, and a brown beanie.
  • A beige speckled ceramic vase with a narrow neck, holding dried brown seed pods and plant stems, placed on a wooden surface next to a textured beige wall cast by soft natural light.

    "working with Grain and Grit was more than I could ever ask for. He brought my brand to life without it being corporate and dull. He brought emotion, edge and life to my brand photos. I was beyond impressed at how he was able to capture my energy. beyond grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Grain and Grit."

    — Callie, Branding Client

  • Working with Grain and Grit Media has been an incredible experience. They completely understand the vision I have for my coffee content—honestly, sometimes better than I can explain it myself. Without needing much direction, they’re able to anticipate exactly what I’m looking for and bring it to life on screen. The way they capture espresso pulls and barista workflow is spot on. Every shot feels intentional, clean, and tasteful—never overdone, just highlighting the craft and detail that makes it so special. If you care about high-quality visuals and want a guy that truly gets it, Grain and Grit Media is the one to work with.

    - ITRAVEL4COFFEE (YOUTUBE)

  • I had the best time working with Grain And Grit! His presence is warm and welcoming, keeping the photoshoot fun and lighthearted throughout. He was very accommodating, and I was impressed with how well he directed the shoot. It's clear that Grain And Grit loves what he does; you can see his passion and creativity through his work. He captured my brand and personality perfectly, and I couldn't be happier with how the photos turned out.

    - Kennedy (Yoga Instructor)

  • We had a great time working with Roman! He gave great direction but also encouraged us to contribute our own ideas and really make the session “ours.” I think our fans are going to love the final product. I would absolutely recommend Roman to any of my friends with similar projects.

    - Jenny and The Devil

  • He was incredibly kind and personable, made the entire shoot feel effortless, and allowed us to be exactly who we are both together and individually while capturing our brand in an authentic, elevated way.

    Larson Miller Group (Realtor)

  • We had such a great time working with Roman. After struggling to find someone who truly aligned with our creative direction, it was such a relief to work with someone who really took the time to understand our vision. You can tell he genuinely cared about bringing our ideas to life. What made it even better was how collaborative the process felt. He was open to my recommendations to do a studio shoot even though his background is street like and we ended up creating something really incredible. He made everyone feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera and his guidance with posing was so helpful. Can’t wait to work with him again.

    Smoke and Honey Aesthetics