Automotive Photographer Based in Seattle

Specializing in auction, editorial, and commercial automotive photography.

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Rated 5 stars on Google for precision, creativity, and attention to detail.

Recent Work

1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona | RM Sotheby's | Seattle Automotive Auction Photography | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns
2012 Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype | RM Sotheby's | Seattle Automotive Auction Photography | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns
1995 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Rothsport | RMSotheby's | Seattle Auction Automotive Photography | Automotive Photographer | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns
1929 Duesenberg Model SJ Convertible Sedan | Seattle Automotive Auction Photography | RMSothebys | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns | Automotive Photography | Automotive Photographer
KMC Wheels | Vogue Autowerks | Ford Raptor | Automotive Photography | Automotive Photographer | Seattle | Josh Mackey
1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am | Bring A Trailer | Automotive Photography | Automotive Photographer | Josh Mackey | Seattle
2024 Audi RS6 Avant | Vossen Wheels | Seattle Automotive Photography | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns
Audi A6 Niche Road Wheels
1958 Chevy Patina Truck | US Mags Wheels | Automotive Photography | Automotive Photographer | Seattle | Josh Mackey
2010 Mazda 3i Sedan - TurboProject3
1968 Chevy Camaro
Subaru BRZ | Rotiform Wheels | Automotive Photography | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns | Seattle
1989 BMW E30 M3 | Seattle Automotive Photography | Josh Mackey | Mackeydesigns
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A red Acura NSX sports car racing on a highway with a sunset sky and water in the background.
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A red vintage BMW E30 M3 car parked on a wet road during sunset, with snowy mountains and pine trees in the background.

An exploration of AI tools as part of a broader creative workflow.

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Featured Work:
Cinnabar Dreams: E30 M3

From dreams to reality, how a covid project for Chris Dunbar turned into an obsession and one of the cleanest E30 BMW M3s you will ever see.

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KMC Wheels x Vogue Autowerks
KMC Wheels x Vogue Autowerks

A satin black Ford Raptor built by Vogue Autowerks takes to the dunes of Eastern Washington, photographed for KMC Wheels with a focus on form, function, and off-road capability.

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Designing Demon Garage 鬼
Designing Demon Garage 鬼

A behind-the-scenes look at designing and launching Demon Garage—an all-new DailyDriven apparel and accessories line inspired by 90s JDM cars and culture.

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Proving Possibilities:  A Mazda3 Journey
Proving Possibilities:  A Mazda3 Journey

An automotive photo story on how a base-model Mazda3 became a symbol of creativity, community, and perseverance through the build process.

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10 Ways to Prompt Photorealistic Cars in Midjourney
10 Ways to Prompt Photorealistic Cars in Midjourney

Midjourney can be a powerful tool for creative exploration and workflow development. These prompt examples demonstrate how to generate more photorealistic automotive renders using AI while understanding the principles behind realism.

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Cinnabar Dreams: E30 M3 Heaven
Cinnabar Dreams: E30 M3 Heaven

An editorial automotive photo story on how a COVID-era passion project for Chris Dunbar evolved into a meticulously built 1989 BMW E30 M3.

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Tam Le's 1991 Widebody Acura NSX
Tam Le's 1991 Widebody Acura NSX

An editorial automotive photo story documenting Tam Le’s lifelong journey to owning and building a widebody 1991 Acura NSX.

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How to Capture Automotive Rolling Shots – 10 Rules by Josh Mackey
How to Capture Automotive Rolling Shots – 10 Rules by Josh Mackey

There’s something timeless and visceral about a well-executed rolling shot. Often seen as a beginner’s go-to or a professional’s last resort, car-to-car motion photography can actually be one of the most dynamic and authentic ways to capture a vehicle in action—when done right.

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Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype P2 for @rmsothebys Interior and exterior details from LaFerrari Prototype P2 highlight the functional, development-focused nature of Ferrari’s early prototype program. From the steering wheel layout to interior mat
Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype P2 for @rmsothebys Developed as part of Ferrari’s early LaFerrari prototype program, P2 represents a critical phase in the brand’s transition into hybrid hypercar engineering. Vehicles like this were used to
2012 Ferrari LaFerrari Prototype P2 Photographed for @rmsothebys ahead of its public offering, this LaFerrari Prototype P2 represents an early development vehicle used during Ferrari’s transition into hybrid hypercar engineering. Prototype exa
1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (993) — Rothsport Details The final air-cooled generation was never just about numbers—it was about balance, feedback, and intention. From the Speed Yellow exterior to the purposeful interior and the Rothsport
1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (993) — Rothsport 3.9 Outlaw The 993 marked the final chapter of Porsche’s air-cooled 911 era—modernized without losing the timeless character that made the platform legendary. This particular Carrera 4
1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Rothsport A rare factory-built evolution of the 993 platform, created with one purpose: performance through restraint. Photographed for @rmsothebys , this Rothsport exemplifies Porsche’s motorsport DNA distilled into