Jordan Ewert Photography represents my personal and professional photography services. I’m located in Dearborn, Michigan and work with clients surrounding the greater Detroit/Metro area.
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Work on this website stems from 2008 to 2019.
Visual Noises houses all of my experimental fine-art photography. The work I create in my images series explores symbolic references, themes, and narratives that reveal underlying forces at work. Beyond that, this work is the most personal and hits closest to home. Visual Noises is mostly about personal experiences or situations that became intensely edited.
Awake Portrait Photography houses all of my professional portrait services. I primarily work with artists such as painters, musicians, and writers to create stylized and dramatic portraits. I also specialize in location-based senior portrait photography. Advanced editing & animation options are available. See Client Services for an overview of all my professional photography.
Cityscape Details represents collections of architecture, documentation, and urban photography outside the domestic or landscape setting. From individual buildings to cityscapes shot from rooftops above, the work in this collection involves explorations centered around the city and industrial districts of both European and the American Metropolis.
• Series • Portraits • Explorations • Retouching • Writings • Videos
The Light in the Ocean Album Artwork Design
I had the pleasure of designing album artwork for the band “The Light in the Ocean” which is composed of: Jared Emery: Guitars, Vocals, Saxophone Chris Johnson: Guitars Jacob Ewert: Drums, Keys, Vocals Travis Freudenberg: Basses, Growls The album started off with the following “sketches” aka rough composites (using stock imagery) which outlined a boat, …
Visiting Friends & Family in Florida
On January 16th we all headed on a plane to Tampa, Florida to visit some of Jen’s family, who lives nearby. Jen hadn’t seen her aunt since she was a little girl, and she was excited to meet all of her new cousins as well. As I try and do everytime, I managed to snap …
Revisiting Continental Motors in Detroit
View entire exploration of Continental Motors. On December 30, 2018 I went out to explore Continental Motors in Detroit with my brother and Jason (@jejones). Jason guided us through the area and talked to us about the evolution of graffiti from different artists over the years. He told stories from his viewpoints of what used …
Jacob Ewert
12:41 25 Apr 19
Jordan did our album artwork, it started with and idea sketched out a napkin and ended up with the best album art design I've ever had. He took careful time and attention to change shading, change positioning and change overall tones and colors within the photo to match what was in our Mind's Eye. What's more, he made an animated image the art, so we can use it on Spotifyexclamation point - it's unreal!read more
Derrick Robbins
03:33 03 Nov 18
I hired Jordan to photograph my wedding, and would hire him again in a heartbeat. He did a spectacular job from start to finish. He worked with my fiance and I on photo concepts we liked, and incorporated our ideas into his shoot--he made it personal, and we appreciated that about his service. Truthfully, we were already sold on his skills before we were married. He did a phenomenal job on our engagement photos and we were hooked!read more
Joanna Swain
20:19 24 Jul 18
After Desperately looking for a photographer for several weeks, I came across Jordan Ewert’s link on Google. My senior pictures were shot beautifully at the location of my choice. Jordan had a remarkable amount of patience, and has a very flexible schedule that makes him easy to work with. Although it was a hot, sweaty day, the photos turned out spectacular + Jordan was kind enough to give me a promo code that allowed me to order a certain amount of prints at no cost! 10/10!read more
ValJay Frear
21:10 24 Jun 18
Well I have to say, Jordan is very good at what he does.also was very patient with my daughter, because she is camera shy, also very reasonably priced. I shoped around best deals great pictures. Thank you Jordan, Valerieread more
Jason Dobry
14:51 23 Jun 18
First and foremost, Jordan is a skilled and gifted photographer and his photos of our family are the best I've ever owned. He has a keen eye for scenery and a natural ability to grab unscripted tender moments. He's also kind, patient, and finds the perfect balance of professionalism and humor, which makes it easy to get comfortable. Also, I'm old as hell and he found a way to make me look my best without noticeable photoshoppery, if he did at all. Thank you, Jordan!read more
Simone Ragins
18:42 02 Mar 18
Jordan Ewert is an AWESOME photographer, prompt, affordable, flexible, patience, phenomenal personality, YOU WOULD DEFINITELY BE SATISFIEDread more
Contact Me
Jordan Ewert Photography is an established LLC with over 10 years of experience in multiple photographic outlets. The images you receive when working with me are focused on quality and variety. I’m interested in getting your message framed in an artistic and valuable way that tells a story.
When I was younger I became interested in making drawings because it allowed me to dream and create simultaneously. In 2003, during my senior year of high school, I began taking photographs and developing black-and-white prints in the darkroom. Since 2007 I’ve been working with digital photography and image retouching. In 2016 I received my Master’s of Fine-Arts in Photography from Eastern Michigan University and am currently advocating my role as an educator; working in the fields of technology, web applications, and visual media.
When I’m not spending time with friends and family my favorite thing to do is explore the world around me with a camera in hand. Photography, for me, is more than just capturing a moment in time. It’s about selectively fine-tuning reality to promote an emotional connection.
About this Website
The collections on this website are, for the most part, unfinished. I’ve mapped out collections that will continue to expand and grow as more pictures are taken over time. All images on this site contain copyright information with the year presented on each image so I can reflect on my progress over time. I’ve tried my best to filter images into the correct categories and this too is something that will continue to evolve.
Commercial & Editorial Work
| CLIENT | TYPE | SERIES | YEAR |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Light in the Ocean | Band / Musician | Album artwork design | 2019 |
| Voice Media Weddings | Videographer | Promotional Portraits | 2018 |
| DJ Rue | Musician / DJ | Promotional Portraits | 2018 |
| Earle, Laura | Artist (furniture designer) | Artwork Documentation | 2018 |
| poppy nogood | Band / Musician | Promo music video for 2017 album “mood paintings” | 2016 |
| Tangerine Dream | Band / Musician | Background visuals (collaborative) for live concert footage for 2016 international tour | 2016 |
| Earle, Laura | Artist (furniture designer) | Artwork Documentation | 2016 |
| Jacobs, Catherine | Artist (painter) | Gallery Exhibition | 2015 |
| Robbins Built Construction | Company | Home Renovation Documentation Photography | 2015 |
| These Hunks? | Band / Musician | Music Video for Pap’s Psychedelic Birthday | 2014 |
| Coe, Alex | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2013 |
| Detroit Live Magazine | Magazine | The Filmore’s 26th Annual Annerversary – Detroit Music Awards | 2013 |
| King Martyr | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2012 |
| Sleep Eater | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2012 |
| Star Destroyer | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2011 |
| Howe, Timothy | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2011 |
| Leader, Christopher C | Book Cover | Book Cover – “St. Thomas Save Us” | 2010 |
| Right to Arm Bears | Band / Musician | CD / Album Design – “Emissive” | 2010 |
| Furnae, Sarah Michelle | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2010 |
| Holm, Katie | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2010 |
| Quinn Elizabeth | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2010 |
| Glover, Cassie Ann | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2009 |
| Serrated Records | Band / Musician | CD / Album Design for Now Until the Hour – “The Vexed and the Merciless” | 2009 |
| Prothos Media (Minneapolis-St.Paul Magazine) | Magazine / Publication | Editorial Article on “Domestic Violence” and “Interracial Relationships” among Greek Americans | 2009 |
| Spruce Leaves | Band / Musician | CD / Album Design – “Self-Titled” EP | 2009 |
| Robaidek, Brook Ann | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2009 |
| Ashleson, April | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2008 |
| Harris, Justine | Clothing Designer | Modeling Exhibit for University of Wisconsin-Stout | 2008 |
| Never Forget | Band / Musician | Band Photography / Promotional | 2008 |
Publications
| YEAR | STATUS | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 – January | Music Video Promo | Videos from my Geode and Little Planets used to promote artist “poppy nogood” for his ambient release of “mood paintings” |
| 2016 – December | Solo Exhibition | My Eastern Michigan University Graduate Thesis show PARALLELS. Presented in Ford Gallery on campus. |
| 2016 – September | Video Backdrop | Some of my experimental high-res zoom video-work of abandoned Detroit architecture used for visual backdrop in 2016 international tour for the band Tangerine Dream. |
| 2016 – July | Juried Show | I had my image, A Variety of Figments No.2 featured in the 10th Annual “MASTER PIECES” (graduate work only) exhibition in Toledo, Ohio. |
| 2013 – Fall & Summer | Publication | I had 10 images features in NEAT Magazine, which is a magazine featuring midwestern poetry and photography. |
| 2013 – May | Publication | You can read my editorial and view selected images I took from the 2013 Detroit Music Awards at Detroit Live Magazine or read my Journal post. | (view image) |
| 2013 – April | Interview | You can view my interview with Michael Jon Falk on In or Out Couture and find out what I think about commercialism and evolving as an artist. | (view image) |
| 2013 – January | Feature | The image series “Commercialism Will be the New Symbol of Status While Hollywood Lies Dead” was featured on Behance.net’s Photography Served | (view image) |
| 2010 – December | Publication | Drowning in Oxygen was given an Honorable Mention in Photographers Forums “Best Photography of 2010” book. |
| 2009 – April | Publication | A Complex Paradox published in photolaureates.org’s “Best Photography of 2009.” |
| 2009 – April | Feature | “Ghosts at Night” was the photo of the week at photobug.com. |
| 2009 – January | Solo Show | Artwork featured in the Acoustic Cafe, in Menomonie, WI. |
| 2008 – March | Solo Show | Solo show at the “Seoul Salon” in St. Paul, MN. |
| 2008 – June | Publication | 28: Journal or Art and Writing (Spring Arbor, MI) for the image “Tattoo.” |
| 2008 – October | Publication | Featured in Photoflourescence Magazine. |
| 2005 – November | Publication | Featured in Accent, A Creative Writing Journal for some of my drawings. |
Collaborators
| VIEW | NAME | ROLE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Santiago | Model / Collaborator | 2018 – 2019 |
 | C____, Caitlin | Model | 2019 |
 | Ewert, Jennifer | Model / Collaborator | 2013 – 2018 |
 | Robbins, Derrick | Model / Collaborator | 2012 – 2018 |
 | Ewert, Jacob | Model / Collaborator | 2006 – 2018 |
 | Ewert, Adriel | Model | 2009 – 2018 |
 | Marten, Ken | Editor | 2014 – 2017 |
 | Wakefield, Grant | Producer | 2016 |
 | Wright, Adam | Photographer | 2016 |
 | Corbo, Gerard | Photographer | 2016 |
 | Manning, Monica | Model | 2016 |
 | Cranford, Jeremy | Photographer | 2016 |
 | Erdmans, Andrew | Photographer | 2014 – 2015 |
 | Robbins, Matthew | Collaborator | 2014 – 2015 |
 | Oriani, Alex | Model | 2014 |
 | Busby, Mary | Collaborator | 2014 |
 | Marc | Photographer | 2014 |
 | Noland, Berlyn | Model | 2014 |
 | Andreson, Caren | Model | 2013 |
 | Coe, Alex | Model | 2013 |
 | Alan, Aaron | Model | 2013 |
 | McAuliffe, Nicky | Model | 2012 |
 | Krug, Joe | Model | 2011 – 2012 |
 | Bone, Gantt | Model | 2012 |
| | Saboury, Justin | Collaborator | 2012 |
 | Radite, Rajan | Musician | 2012 |
 | Hardcastle, Miles | Musician | 2012 |
 | Hardcastle, Joel | Musician | 2012 |
 | Wright, Jeff W | Musician | 2012 |
 | Jarrell, Nicole-Raq | Model | 2012 |
 | Rosner, Brooke | Model | 2012 |
 | Lalonde, Chris | Model | 2012 |
 | Tre Mar | Model | 2012 |
 | Hardie, Stephanie | Model | 2012 |
 | Kent, Rachel | Model | 2012 |
 | Selander, Phil | Collaborator | 2006, 2011 – 2012 |
 | Taraye, Jay | Model | 2012 |
 | Cashmere, Dree | Model | 2012 |
 | Denise, Sarah | Model | 2012 |
 | Nanoi, Saki | Model | 2012 |
 | Sarsfield, Mary | Model | 2012 |
 | Montazersadgh, Farzin | Photographer | 2012 |
| | Fuller, Keith | Collaborator | 2012 |
| | Grow, Darren | Collaborator | 2012 |
 | Joy, Gwen | Model | 2012 |
 | Belevender, Jenna | Collaborator | 2012 |
 | Schultz, Kristy | Model | 2012 |
 | Bernard, Robyn | Model | 2012 |
 | Martin, Jameika | Model | 2012 |
 | Sullivan, Chase | Writer / Collaborator | 2009, 2012 |
 | Jjira, Alina | Model | 2011 |
 | Boss, David | Model | 2011 |
 | Ewert, Michael | Model | 2011 |
 | Tichenor, Joseph | Photographer | 2011 |
 | Marie, Christine | Model / Collaborator | 2008, 2010 – 2011 |
 | Honke, Brian | Model / Collaborator | 2009 – 2011 |
 | Farrell, Madeleine | Model | 2008 – 2011 |
| | Roesler, Brianna | Assistant / Collaborator | 2008 – 2010 |
 | Thoms, Matthew | Frame Builder | 2010 |
 | Derosier, Lindsey | Model | 2010 |
 | Diebel, Mike | Model / Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Schwartz, Jeff | Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Schwartz, Alycia | Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Arnold, Aaron | Model | 2010 |
 | Bowen, Corin | Model | 2008 – 2010 |
 | Herbert, Sarah | Model | 2010 |
| | Steward, Kimberly | Makeup Artist | 2010 |
 | Kailani, KIlla | Model | 2010 |
 | Kanz, Kristina | Model | 2010 |
 | Dalton, Michelle | Model | 2010 |
 | Jacobson, Trisha | Model | 2010 |
 | C______, Jessica | Model | 2010 |
 | Lafae, Jordanna | Model / Collaborator | 2010 |
| | Costello, Vanessa | Model | 2010 |
| | Coley, Marissa | Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Wahlert, Robert J | Model | 2010 |
 | Dougherty, Jessica | Model | 2010 |
 | Brehmer, Nick | Model | 2010 |
 | Powell, Riley | Model | 2010 |
 | Pinnow, Cody | Model / Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Ntc, Victoria | Model | 2010 |
 | Hying, Britney | Model | 2010 |
 | Sorenson, Anna | Model | 2010 |
 | Essig, Brittany Mae | Model | 2010 |
 | Jackley, Lauren | Model | 2010 |
| | Pittman, Cassie | Assistant / Collaborator | 2010 |
 | Arhart, Ashley | Model | 2009 – 2010 |
 | Paul, Staci | Assistant / Model / Collaborator | 2008 – 2010 |
 | Edwards, Miles | Model | 2010 |
 | Krofta, Matt | Model | 2010 |
 | Gabrielson, Brianna | Model | 2010 |
 | Waltz, Brittany | Model / Collaborator | 2008 – 2010 |
 | Calson, Seth | Model / Collaborator | 2008 – 2009 |
 | Tierney, Brian | Model / Collaborator | 2009 – 2010 |
 | Peterson, Jordan | Model | 2008, 2010 |
 | Nelson, PJ | Model | 2009 – 2010 |
 | Heins, Melanie | Model / Collaborator | 2009 – 2010 |
 | Jordan, Dave | Model / Collaborator | 2009 |
 | x, Angel | Model / Collaborator | 2009 |
 | Jreige, George | Model | 2009 |
 | Jacobs, Yaoob | Model | 2009 |
 | Elaine, Alex (Tuchel) | Model | 2009 |
 | Charpentier, Tracy | Model / Collaborator | 2009 |
 | Remington, Michelle | Model | 2009 |
| | Furnae, Sarah Michelle | Clothing Designer | 2009 |
 | Menting, Ariel | Model / Collaborator | 2008 – 2009 |
 | Pescinski, Heidi R | Model | 2009 |
 | Gerhardt, Kayla | Model | 2009 |
 | Traux, Kaitlin | Model | 2009 |
 | Erickson, Michaela | Model | 2009 |
| | Robaidek, Brook Ann | Clothing Designer | 2009 |
 | Plemon, Jay | Model | 2009 |
 | Johnson, Mina Marie (Model) | Model | 2009 |
 | Brandt, Alex (Model) | Model | 2009 |
 | Martello, Patrick (Model) | Model | 2009 |
 | Celia Cyanide (Model) | Model / Collaborator | 2009 |
| | Lofquist, Megan | Assistant / Collaborator | 2009 |
 | Moen, Dan | Videographer / Collaborator | 2009 – 2010 |
 | Villeneuve, JoNae | Model | 2009 |
| | Ketterling, Sara | Model / Make Up Artist | 2009 |
 | Zens, Oriana | Model | 2009 |
 | Shay, Katie | Model / Collaborator | 2008 – 2009 |
 | Krzyz, Constance | Model / Collaborator | 2008 |
 | Marie, Jayna | Model | 2008 |
 | Halstead, Vanessa | Model | 2008 |
 | Hammermeister, Heidi | Model | 2008 |
 | Miland, Samantha | Model | 2008 |
 | Lunde, Ashley | Model | 2008 |
| | Harris, Justine | Clothing Designer | 2008 |
 | Schwede, Chelon | Model | 2008 |
 | Klein, Becky | Model / Collaborator | 2008 |
 | Dalager, Anna | Model / Collaborator | 2008 |
 | Feragen, Kelsey | Model | 2008 |
 | Bazinaw, Ashley | Model | 2008 |
 | Rose, Danielle | Model | 2008 |
 | Monson, Abby | Model | 2008 |
 | Brown, Morgan | Model / Collaborator | 2008 |
Testimonials
| Name | Job | Testimonial |
|---|---|---|
 LAURA EARLE | Artist Documentation (3D Design & Furniture) | “Working with Jordan was a pleasure. HIs lighting approach produced just the right balance of interest. The images were beautiful, and I appreciated his flexibility on the shoot, trying different ideas collaboratively.” |
| NICKY MCAULIFFE | Modeling Photoshoot | “Working with Jordan was so much fun! He made me so comfortable and gave me great direction. The finished pictures were more amazing then what I could have ever imagined. I had so much fun and was more than satisfied with the overall experience. Thank you so much Jordan! I will make sure to recommend your work to everyone I know!” |
| NICOLE-RAQ JARRELL | Modeling Photoshoot | “I really had the grooviest time with you, Jordan. You made me feel comfortable and made sure I was really a part of every aspect of the shoot — not just a model. You let me bring my kooky ideas to the table and worked with them very well. I cannot wait to work with you again! Thanks for being the coolest, you have mad talent.” |
 TRE LEMAR (KING MARTYR) | Promotional Portrait | “Working with Jordan was a nice experience. He was willing to try new ideas and experiment. We had fun driving around looking for spots to shoot creative pictures. everything flowed very well and it was pure art.” |
 STEPHANIE HARDIE | Modeling Photoshoot | “Jordan and I went to Ferndale to take pictures. We really did not have much to work with dealing with props but Jordan had a vision for everything. He could see art in a tire, which is pretty impressive. I enjoyed doing the modeling for JordanÛªs shoot while he made it very comfortable to act on any picture. Even if it had to do with food. Thank you, Jordan!” |
| JENNA BELEVENDER | Collaborator | “Finding photographers like this who are talented with the serious technical knowhow to back it up is incredible. So many people snap photos and think nothing of it, but Jordan Ewert is an artist. I’ve worked with him on several occasions and I always stand back in awe of the work he produces. Click and be impressed.” |
 BRITNEY JEAN H | Modeling Photoshoot | “I had such a great time working with you Jordan. Your work is so beautiful. Keep it up!! Thanks for everything.” |
Complete Index
Visit my complete index page for all photography and multimedia work, sorted A-Z with descriptions.
Series
Abstractions
- Abstracted Manmade Objects
- Abstractions Using Light
- Aerial Landscape & Cityscape Abstractions
- Generated Reflections
- In a State of Decay
- Mechanics Up Close
- Sand in Constant Motion
Alternative Realities
- Composited Realities
- Exposed Spaces Enclosed
- Faux Planet Surfaces
- Little Planets
- Rocks and Minerals
- Slowly Wander Layers
- A Variety of Figments
Animals
Expeditions
- Forests & Trees
- From My Airplane Window
- Pathways
- Rivers from Above
- Ruralscapes
- Seascapes
- Small Lakes & Ponds
Illustrations & Drawings
Moments
- Beach Scenes
- Cloudcapes
- Frozen Moments in Drive
- Memory 19
- Moments in Between
- Rainy Days on the Road
- Solar Eclipse
Neighborhoods
- Abandoned Houses
- American Neighborhoods
- Flooded Neighborhoods
- Pleasant Grove (tornado damage)
- Street in Pasco County, Florida
Objects Isolated
Scenic Overviews
Symbolism & Patterns
Portraits
Client Services
Composited Portraits
Personal Portraits
Portrait Categories
Street Portraits
Multimedia
Design
Digital Painting & Illustration
Traditional Media
Video & Animation
Explorations
Abandoned
- Abandoned Tire Factory, Detroit
- Brewster Wheeler Recreational Center, Detroit
- Cafe Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica
- Continental Factory, Detroit
- Greenfield Park Elementary, Detroit
- Fisher Body Plant, Detroit
- Fredrick Douglass Acadamy, Detroit
- Grand Trunk Cold Storage & Warehouse, Detroit
- Landmark Grain Factory, Detroit
- Packard Plant, Detroit
- St. Agnes Cathedral, Detroit
- Water & Sewage Central Maintenance Yard, Detroit
Aerial Perspective
- City Lights from Above at Night
- From the Rooftops
- Over Small Towns & Suburbia
- Roads & Highways from Above
Aspects of a City
- Beachfront Property
- Bridges
- Ceiling Details
- Doorways
- Factories
- Graffiti
- Harbors & Piers
- Parking Lot Structures
- Patterns in Architecture
- Power Plants
- Stairways
- Train Tracks
- Wind Energy
Buildings & Skyscrapers
City & Location Overviews
- Ancient Ruins
- Delray Neighborhood
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- Jamaican Coastline Properties in Montego Bay
- RIU Palace Resort in Jamaica