Oklahoma Race Photos That Capture the Finish and the Feeling
Dust and Run Photos is a one-person operation based in OKC, built on years of experience in the race industry. I’ve spent hundreds of hours on race courses, participating, timing, organizing, and now capturing the moments that matter most. I’m not a wedding photographer moonlighting on race day - I specialize in endurance events and know exactly where to be when it counts.
Hi There
I am Michelle
I am a race photographer who understands events from the inside out. I spend my weekends on courses, at finish lines, and behind timing mats, capturing the moments that matter most to athletes, organizers, and sponsors. Because I also work in race operations and timing, I know where the key moments happen, how races flow, and what images are actually valuable after the event is over.
My approach focuses on storytelling and consistency. I aim to document the full race experience i.e. early-morning anticipation, mid-race grit, and the emotion of crossing the finish line. I prioritize clear bib visibility, strong composition, and reliable coverage so athletes can find themselves and organizers can confidently use the photos for marketing, recaps, and future promotion.
I work closely with race directors to align on goals, branding, and logistics. That means being self-sufficient on race day, respecting safety and course flow, and delivering organized, timely galleries that are easy to share and monetize. Whether the event is a small local 5K or a large endurance race, my goal is the same: create professional, authentic images that reflect the effort athletes put into showing up and the work organizers put into making the race happen.