SPOTLIGHT: Brad Mariage, Gittings Global, Texas

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more passionate portrait photographer than Brad Mariage. With an artistic eye for color, design, and composition, Brad’s sole focus is on making honest likenesses of his subjects to be displayed on their walls for generations. Sam Schultze, Operations Director and Director of Photography, attributes Brad’s lengthy career to his incredible artistic ability, stating, “Brad is one of the most impressive portrait artists in the Country. I am amazed how his passion for making beautiful portraits continues to grow, and I love watching him push his creativity daily. We are all proud of how he represents himself and our Gittings family.” Learn more about Brad through the following Q&A!

Where are you based?
I am based in Houston, TX

How many years have you been a photographer?
I have been with Gittings for 37 years.

When did you know you wanted to be a photographer?
I was introduced to photography at the age of 8 when I found a Kodak Brownie Camera in my parents closet and the rest is history.