Business Details
Award-Winning Senior & Commercial Photographer in Iron Mountain, MI
Cutting Edge Photography is a premier photography studio based in Iron Mountain, Michigan, specializing in senior portraits, destination weddings, youth sports, family portraits, commercial photography, and photo restoration. With over two decades of experience, our founder David Hakamaki has established himself as a nationally recognized Photographic Craftsman by the Professional Photographers of America. Our team combines artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver timeless imagery tailored to each client's unique story.We serve clients across Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and beyond, offering both on-location and studio sessions. Recognized in national publications and featured at international photography conventions, we maintain partnerships with leading industry brands to ensure cutting-edge results. Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, flexible session options, and a dedication to preserving life's most important moments through high-quality photography.
Services
Senior Portraits
Sports Photography
Family Portraits
Commercial Photography
Photo Restoration
Highlights and features
- Nationally recognized Photographic Craftsman by Professional Photographers of America
- Featured in Fortune Magazine's top destination location publications
- Beta testing partner for major US photography equipment manufacturers
- Exclusive Simply Senior Dream Team member and Flashpoint Lighting Ambassador
- Serving 15+ cities across three states with customized photography solutions
Services
Senior Portraits
Our senior portraits combine creative artistry with technical precision to capture each student's unique personality. We offer customized session options including studio lighting, outdoor locations, and specialty backdrops. Clients receive high-resolution digital files and print-ready formats for school yearbooks and personal use.
Sports Photography
Specializing in high school and youth sports photography, we document athletic achievements with dynamic action shots and team portraits. Our services include on-field sessions, indoor studio work, and digital galleries for easy sharing. We serve multiple school districts across three states.
Family Portraits
We create timeless family portraits that preserve generational memories through both studio and location-based photography. Our sessions accommodate groups of all sizes with coordinated styling options and seasonal themes. Clients receive professional retouching and multiple format deliverables.
Commercial Photography
Our commercial photography services produce professional visuals for marketing materials, product showcases, and corporate branding. We handle product photography, architectural imaging, and executive headshots with industry-standard lighting and post-production. Clients receive commercial-use licenses for all deliverables.
Photo Restoration
We digitally restore damaged or faded photographs to their original condition using advanced retouching techniques. Our services include color correction, scratch removal, and format conversion for both physical prints and digital files. We specialize in preserving historical and family legacy images.
People
David Hakamaki
Photographer
David Hakamaki is a nationally recognized Photographic Craftsman by the Professional Photographers of America. He speaks globally at photography conventions and serves as a beta tester for major photography companies. His work has been featured in national magazines and industry publications.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in senior portraits, destination weddings, youth sports photography, family portraits, commercial imaging, and photo restoration services.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we serve clients across Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and select locations in Illinois with both on-site and studio options.
What makes your senior portraits unique?
Our senior portraits combine creative lighting techniques, customized backdrops, and artistic composition to create personalized images that stand out from traditional school portraits.
Can you restore old family photographs?
Yes, our digital restoration services repair damaged or faded photos while maintaining original details and color balance for historical and personal images.
What professional organizations are you affiliated with?
We belong to the Professional Photographers Association, Wedding & Portrait Professionals International, and Society of Wedding & Portrait Photographers.
Reviews (6)
Keith Mccrory
Jul 17, 2021
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Yes we can do that for you and you can come over and get it and get some rest and we'll see you tomorrow and see if you
Aurora Poulos
Jun 01, 2019
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I highly recommend Cutting Edge Photography! Weve never had family pictures taken before, he has set my bar exceptionally high. He was able to work us into his busy schedule last minute and he showed up a little early to allow for more photo opportunities outside before the sun set. He was fast paced and energized which was extremely helpful in the cold. He made the entire experience easy by quickly posing us and keeping my 3 1/2 year old focused and entertained the entire 45 minutes. A great experience overall, pictures are stunning!! Im happy we found Dave and look forward to working with
Debbie Emond
Dec 09, 2018
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Dave took my business photos for my webpage. Love love love them!!!!!! Fantastic job and the whole process has fun.
James Corey Cain
Oct 12, 2018
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Last year when Dave did our family portrait my wife was pregnant with our youngest son and very hesitant to have her photo taken. Dave did such a wonderful job, not only did we have fun and get a great portrait bit my wife had a newly found self confidence. Thank you Dave!
Trisha Peterson
Oct 10, 2018
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Dave has been taking my family photos for years and this year was super special! He is an authorized photographer for Lambeau Field and we had an amazing experience while we were doing our photo session. We love working with him.
Marla Bradley
Oct 09, 2018
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Dave at Cutting Edge Photography has done some work for some of my clients at North Country Website Design. He does a great job and I use his awesome photos on the websites I create. I appreciate his dedication to his work!
