I am Gavin Gainey, an 18 year old photographer based out of Jackson, MS. I specialize in portraiture, weddings, concerts and events. I grew up in a home that nurtured my artistic pursuits from a very early age. When I was nine, my parents bought me a guitar. That guitar taught me how to do something that has proven crucial to my life; express myself. Music opened many doors for me as an artist and opened my eyes to all forms of art. I began a series interest in photography when I turned 16. I was given an old, beat up, antiquated DSLR by my grandmother. Using that camera lit a flame inside of me. I began to read every bit of information I could find on the subject of photography and I spent every extra dime I had on gear and software to further my photography. I started acquiring paying gigs and quickly decided to pursue it as a career. I'm now enrolled at Mississippi State University, one of the best art schools in the Southeastern United States. I'm pursuing a degree in Fine Art, with a concentration in Photography, and plan to go on to own my own studio, focusing on fashion, editorial and commercial work. If you have any questions about me or my mission as a photographer, you can contact me @ [email protected]