About me

The story of a photographer

Based in the Quad City area, Visual Elements founder and lead photographer/videographer, Courtney Hughes extends his initial specialization of sports action photography originating from his own athletic background to various creative visual genres. Courtney takes pride in his eye for detail and creative expression when capturing the moments that clients choose to memorialize in time.

Valuing the time of others as well as the investment taken by his clients, Visual Elements strives to deliver quality imagery while keeping affordability in mind for each individual. 

As a father, pet owner and former athlete, Courtney developed Visual Elements as a brand that firstly meets the client where they are in life, a personal experience showcased through a lens of unique experience while adding a creative flare by his vivid interpretation. Courtney provides to each client accommodation, creative guidance and consistent quality of product while appreciating the fact that each client has specific needs tailoring and customization provided to each customer. 

Please take time to review the work, art and design on this site in consideration for your next photo/video needs. Visual Elements founder Courtney Hughes invites you to become one of the many satisfied clients who have allowed him to use the visual elements of time & space, environment & creativity and lastly, passion, together with purpose to  enhance your greatest moments.