Sekondtry is a visual storyteller driven by a deep connection to place, character, and atmosphere. Based in St. Louis and working nationally, Sekondtry brings years of professional experience to a body of work that blends documentary precision with artistic vision. His photography spans urban exploration, architectural forms, live performance, portraiture, and visual journalism — all united by a commitment to authenticity and emotional resonance.
As the official photographer for the St. Louis Fire Department since 2021, Sekondtry has captured some of the city’s most intimate and heroic moments. His imagery honors both the strength of first responders and the spirit of the communities they serve.
His creative career extends into the music and entertainment industry, where he has toured with and photographed artists such as Nelly, The Black Keys, Knocked Loose, Ludacris, Metro Boomin, Killer Mike, The Amity Affliction, Future, and many others. These projects blend high-impact storytelling with instinctive timing — translating the energy of a performance into lasting visual narratives.
Sekondtry has worked with some of the most respected brands across industries, including Adidas, Rolex, Patagonia, Budweiser, Imperial Golf Company, the NHL, and MLS. His commercial and editorial work is known for its emotional weight, refined composition, and ability to elevate both products and people with sincerity and style.
His photographs have been published in St. Louis Magazine and Feast Magazine multiple times, solidifying his role as a key visual voice in the region’s cultural and creative communities.
Beyond still photography, Sekondtry has contributed to the film industry as both a location scout and on-set still photographer, including work with the Missouri Film Office and the feature-length production Greg’s Going to Rehab.
In 2025, Sekondtry published the debut book, Abandoned St. Louis: Disappearing Beauty, a hauntingly beautiful visual archive of the city’s forgotten architecture and fading spaces. The book is both an homage and a preservation effort, a reminder that even in decay, there is profound design, memory, and meaning.
“My goal is to showcase St. Louis the way I see it..the beauty, the grit, the soul of this incredible city that reveals itself every time I step outside and drive its streets. I hope the images I create, and the stories they tell, will outlive me. That they will stand as a time capsule for future generations, a record of what this place was during the time I was here.”
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