​​​Paige Molenkamp—an award-winning international photographer, videographer, marketing specialist, and travel blogger. My work blends the art of storytelling with the thrill of discovery.

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My journey began in San Diego, California, where I was born and raised. At 10 years old, I got

the "job" as the photographer at SeaWorld, a highly competitive position at BizTown.

At the time, I didn't realize that this instinct to preserve moments would become the

foundation of my life. What started as adrenaline quickly became clarity: photography wasn't

just a passion, but a career, an identity, and my way of understanding the world.  

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Through photography, I learned that purpose and self-worth wasn't measured by test scores, but

by presence, connection, and the ability to make others feel seen. Every time I pick up a camera, I feel

that same rush of confirmation—that I am exactly where I am meant to be. 

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I started my undergraduate studies at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa before transferring to

Colorado State University, where I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Media

Communications. While at CSU, I studied abroad with CIEE, living in Spain, Ireland, and

Germany for six-week periods. In total, I traveled to 11 countries, immersing myself in diverse

cultures and environments—an experience that reshaped my worldview and sharpened my passion

for visual storytelling.

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My professional experience includes covering major sporting events such as the NCAA Women’s

Volleyball Tournament, Men’s March Madness Tournament, the Mountain West Basketball

Championships, and Professional Bull Riding (PBR). Also shooting the Billabong Pipeline

Masters Surf Competition and Nitro Circus in Huntington Beach in my free time. I’ve produced

photography for publications including Best of CSU 2025 and 2026, Visit Fort Collins, Supporting

Transitions/Parent Guide, and Ram Life.

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Along the way, I’ve received awards including 3rd Place and Honorable Mention in the International Photo Awards (IPA), the San Diego Art Mart Association Award at the San Diego County Fair in 2019, and two Study Abroad Photo Contest wins at CSU in 2024. I’ve also photographed FoCoMX, Colorado’s largest music festival, and interviewed athletes including 2022 PBR World Champion Daylon Swearingen and CSU pole vault school record holder Maria Kimpson.

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From surf breaks in Hawai‘i to city streets in Europe, my experiences continue to shape a global perspective and a distinct visual voice. Along the way, I’ve collaborated with creative teams and built a reputation for bringing grit, curiosity, and vision to every project. At the heart of everything I do is passion, creativity, and the drive to make an impact. If you’re looking for someone who works hard, dreams big, and brings a fresh perspective.

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"It's a full time job believing in yourself. No days off."