Photographers of Cary Magazine

Jonathan Fredin

Jonathan Fredin is the chief photographer for S&A Cherokee, the publishing company of Cary Magazine. Jonathan has an extensive background as a newspaper photographer, writer and editor, having worked for publications and news agencies nationwide and abroad. A transplant from Florida, he now lives in Raleigh with his wife, stepdaughter and three cats. You can see some of his work at www.jonathanfredinphotography.com and www.flickr.com/photos/photojonf.

Brian Mullins

Brian Mullins is a freelance photographer for Cary Magazine and works on other projects for S&A Cherokee, the publishing company of Cary Magazine. Brian's interest in photography started in high school, where he studied both still photography and videography. His passion for photography was rekindled with the birth of his daughter, and he has been steadfastly pursuing it since her birth in early 2006. Having grown up in Raleigh, he enjoys shooting both old and new architecture, social scenes and weddings. See more of his work at www.brianmullinsphotography.com.

Kristen Brown

Kristen Brown is a freelance photographer for Cary Magazine and a Cary native. After working in the resort industry and traveling for several years, she decided to pursue her passion for photography. Kristen is happy to return home and looks forward to her future here. She is a graduate of N.C. State University, where she was on the swim team.

Tony Coats

Tony Coats is a freelance photographer for Cary Magazine. For more than five years, he has covered sports assignments for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He particularly enjoys covering local sports because "this is one of the most sports-minded areas in the country with lots of new projects going on; its very exciting to be a part of it." Tony lives on the family farm with cattle, chickens, two dogs, a spoiled cat and his wonderful wife, Donna.

Diane McKinney

Diane McKinney is a freelance photographer for Cary Magazine. Diane developed a love for photography at a very young age from studying her grandfather's finely detailed, hand-tinted photographs. She made her passion a full-time career five years ago as a wedding and event photographer so she could spend her weekday time with her 1-year-old daughter, Katie. Her clients love her energy and enthusiasm as well as her amazing ability to capture the emotion of the moment. See more of her work at www.dianemckinney.com.

Ken Weigand

Ken is a freelance photographer with Cary Magazine and has been working with a camera for about five years and considers the art form exciting as it has limitless potential for creativity. He is a musician as well, and photography is an integral part of the music business. He owes professionals like Dave Sciabarasi and Cary Magazine tons for inspiring him to work at the highest levels. He focuses on personal portrait and portfolio development. Check him out online at www.newwayfotograf.com.