Martin Carpenter
Co-Founder/Director of PhotographyBased in Los Angeles, California, Martin is a freelance photographer with Martin26Photos, specializing in sports and portrait photography. He has made a name for himself in Southern California’s sports photojournalism scene, covering local high school and college events as well as media days. With experience capturing high-profile Division 1 athletics, Martin aims to expand his work to professional sports in the near future.
Johnny Mota
Co-Founder/Lead PhotographerJohnny is a Southern California-based sports and event photographer with a passion for capturing both the intensity of professional team sports and the heartwarming moments of special family events. With experience shooting local teams and personal milestones, Johnny brings a unique perspective to every project, whether it’s high-speed action on the field or intimate family gatherings. Using cutting-edge equipment, Johnny is dedicated to creating stunning visuals that tell powerful stories, both on the field and in life’s special moments.
Ben Watson
Chief Editor/Business ConsultantBen, Chief Editor and Business Consultant at WCSM, also serves as the Chief Creative Officer at two highly successful businesses, where his leadership has been instrumental in driving growth and fostering innovation. A summa cum laude graduate with degrees in Statistics and Business Computer Information Systems, Ben has helped small businesses double their revenue, launched YouTube channels with over 50K followers, and created websites for high-profile clients in TV and film. His expertise spans content creation, video production, advertising, analytics, web design, and data analysis. Ben is eager to bring his skills to WCSM, turning their vision into impactful realities while fostering sustainable growth.
Benjamin Becher
Staff PhotographerBen is a Los Angeles-based photographer specializing in high school and collegiate sports. A former athlete himself, he brings a unique perspective and passion to capturing the intensity and emotion of the game. With an eye for detail and a deep understanding of sports, Ben is dedicated to showcasing the raw energy and determination of athletes at every level. His work aims to highlight the powerful moments that define athletic achievement, both on and off the field.
Jonathan Artzi
Graphic Designer & Staff PhotographerJonathan, better known as “flicksbyfartzi” is a Southern California based Graphic Designer and sports photographer. Telling stories in his work is the key to success. With professional certifications in both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, he is up for any challenge that comes his way. He always goes into every project with an open mind fueled by creativity and passion to create the best work possible. Having top-of-the-line equipment, and hopes of bringing illustration and photography together Jonathan plans to make eye-catching images, designs, and more!
Dylan Cueto
Staff PhotographerDylan Cueto is a Los Angeles-based photographer with a passion for capturing the energy and emotion of high school sports. Specializing in dynamic sports photography, Dylan excels at freezing moments of triumph, determination, and teamwork on the field, court, or track.
With a deep understanding of industry-standard software such as Adobe Lightroom, Dylan ensures each image is meticulously edited to bring out its full potential. With a camera in hand, he brings student stories to life, preserving memories that inspire and resonate for years to come.