Tec Petaja is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker based in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been shooting professionally for over 20 years, and his work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, The New York Times, and Vanity Fair.
Petaja's passion for photography began at a young age when he received his first camera as a gift from his father. He quickly developed a love for the art form and began to explore the world through his lens. After graduating from college with a degree in photography, Petaja moved to Nashville to pursue his career.
Since then, Petaja has become one of the most sought-after photographers in the music industry. He has worked with some of the biggest names in music including Taylor Swift, John Legend, and The Black Keys. His work has also been featured on television shows such as Nashville and American Idol.
In addition to his commercial work, Petaja is also an avid traveler who loves to capture the beauty of nature through his lens. His photographs have been featured in numerous books and exhibitions around the world. In 2017 he was awarded the prestigious International Photography Award for his series "The Wilds of Tennessee".
Petaja's passion for photography continues to grow each day as he strives to capture moments that will last forever.