Smiling man wearing sunglasses, a black cap, and a black jacket, carrying a large backpack outdoors.

Hi, I’m Ryan Heck

I’m an Oregon-based outdoor photographer and content creator, and I help outdoor brands turn their products into content that actually performs.

I don’t just shoot pretty places. I create photo and video assets designed for ads, websites, and social media — the kind of content that feels real, shows products in real use, and helps brands sell without looking like ads.

I’ve worked with leading outdoor brands on high-performing UGC and product content, and I also mentor creators who want to build better portfolios, land better clients, and treat this like a real business.

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My Approach

Person in Kuhl outdoor gear releasing a crab pot into the water at a pier, with a fishing net on the ground nearby, during a sunny day with a mountain in the background.

I don’t believe in creating content just to make something “look cool.” Everything I make is built to be useful — for ads, websites, and social media.

I work fast, plan intentionally, and focus on creating assets brands can actually use across multiple platforms. The goal is simple: make your product look great in real-world use and make your marketing easier.

I’m easy to work with, clear on expectations, and focused on delivering content that performs — not just content that looks nice in a portfolio.

REAL-WORLD CONTENT

I shoot products the way customers actually use them — on trail, on the road, in real situations. That’s what makes the content feel believable and convert better.

BUILT FOR MARKETING

Everything is created with usage in mind: ads, landing pages, email, and social. You won’t get “pretty but unusable” content.