Parker Photographic – Exceptional photography is created, not taken.

PhotoMation turns your love for photography into an exciting journey of growth and creativity. Join our weekly challenges, monthly projects, and live events to learn new techniques, refine your skills, and take your photography to the next level... all in a friendly, ad-free community.

Hi, I’m Chris… but my friends call me Parker. For over 35 years I’ve been a pro photographer, capturing sweeping landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Along the way I’ve taught hundreds of thousands of photographers worldwide how to master their craft without the overwhelm, jargon, or gimmicks that flood the industry. When I started out I had no mentors, no guidance, and no real community… …just years of trial and error that left me more frustrated than inspired. I knew exactly how I wanted my photos to look, but getting there felt impossible. That gap between vision and results lit a fire in me. It’s the reason I created PhotoMation… a place where photographers get the clarity to learn, the confidence to create, and the connection to grow. Photography education should be simple, inspiring, and results-driven… never an endless guessing game that leaves you frustrated. Today through Parker Photographic I’m here to help you close that gap once and for all… so your photos look exactly how you imagined and you never have to walk the path alone.

From skill-boosting photo quests to hands-on coaching and an ever-growing library of resources, you’ll learn exactly what you need, when you need it… without the fluff or overwhelm. Break through roadblocks in your camera settings, composition, and editing with step-by-step lessons, cheat sheets, and real-world examples that make photography click. There's also a supportive community of photographers who share your passion, provide honest feedback, and we celebrate wins together… so you never walk your photographic journey alone.