Mik Dominguez is originally from New York City but currently resides in Huntsville, Alabama. His journey into photography began in 2002 during his sophomore year of high school, where he first experimented with film and learned how to process photos in a darkroom. He continued to take classes throughout the remainder of his schooling, but after graduation, the camera was eventually set aside—until recently. Now, with a renewed passion and a camera always in hand, Mik is back behind the lens and more dedicated than ever. Every time he goes out to shoot, he’s focused on capturing meaningful moments and pushing himself to develop new creative skills. In 2024, he essentially returned to the world of photography with a clean slate, excited to relearn the craft and embrace the challenge of today’s ever-evolving technology.

When asked about a favorite photo, Mik shares a meaningful image of the Tillamook Lighthouse, taken at Ecola State Park. Despite the noise and crowd surrounding him at the time, the photo itself captures a sense of calm and stillness. For Mik, it symbolizes something deeply personal—how so much can be happening around him, yet he remains quiet internally. One of his most memorable shooting adventures came during a work trip to the Pacific Northwest, where he explored the Lake Twenty-Two trail. He underestimated the difficulty of the elevation gain and found himself exhausted just a couple of miles in. Though challenging, it’s an experience that stuck with him and added to his appreciation for the physical and mental demands of photography in nature.

For Mik, photography is more than just a creative pursuit—it’s his escape, his therapy, and his happy place. While he enjoys his career, the pressures of daily life can sometimes become overwhelming, and photography offers him the perfect outlet. What makes it even more meaningful is the time he shares with his young son, Giovanni. Together, they venture out to capture and create beautiful moments, strengthening their bond through shared passion and experience. Mik takes immense pride in teaching Giovanni everything he knows, and those moments together mean more to him than anything else ever could. His work is influenced by several photographers he admires, including Frederick Trovatten, Sean Tucker, Manny Ortiz, and Lindsay Adler. With his unique perspective, deep love for the craft, and ever-growing experience, Mik continues to evolve as a photographer while inspiring those around him.

Inspiration is a big piece of the puzzle to any form of art and in our opinion it’s one the cornerstones of creation in general. For Mik, photography is his happy place, a getaway from all the busyness of everyday life. He has a job that he loves, but there’s times when it can become overwhelming, and that’s when photography becomes the perfect outlet. It becomes a sense of freedom and distraction from everyday life. It’s even more special for Mik because he gets to share his passion for photography with his young son, Giovanni, and together they go out to capture & create beautiful moments with one another. This wonderful artform pulls them closer together and creates a bond between the two of them. Mik takes pride in teaching his son all he knows and having the opportunity to share those experiences means more than anything else ever could.