Performance

There are photographers who capture images, and then there are photographers who capture people. Tyler Baker is undoubtedly the latter. 

I’ve had the privilege of working with Tyler over many years, and every collaboration has been rooted in generosity, authenticity, and a genuine love for the craft. He has an incredible ability to make you feel comfortable, understood, and completely present. By the time the camera is raised, you’re no longer thinking about how you look, you’ve simply settled into who you are. 

What I admire most about Tyler is his unwavering passion for people. He takes the time to listen, to converse, and to understand the person standing in front of his lens. That human connection transforms the entire experience. The photographs become more than beautiful images, they become honest reflections of a moment shared between artist and subject! 

As an artist myself, I believe creativity is a sacred exchange. The most meaningful work is created when trust, intention, and presence exist in equal measure. Tyler embodies those qualities effortlessly. He doesn’t ask you to become someone else for the photograph; he creates an environment where your truest self naturally emerges. 

Tyler's generosity extends far beyond the camera. Throughout the years, Tyler has photographed me countless times, often offering his time simply because he believes in supporting artists and helping them build meaningful portfolios. He has even extended that same kindness to members of my own family. That level of generosity speaks volumes about his character and the heart behind his work. Every project we’ve created together has strengthened my artistic journey. Whether documenting my textile work, fashion concepts, or personal creative explorations, Tyler has always approached each session with, patience, and remarkable attention to detail. He never overshadows your vision. Instead, he nurtures it, helping it become the strongest version of itself. 

What makes Tyler’s work truly exceptional isn’t only the quality of his photographs—it’s how you feel while creating them. You leave the session feeling seen, valued, and reminded of something beautiful within yourself that perhaps you had forgotten. That is a rare gift, and one that cannot be taught. 

If you’re searching for a photographer who will not only create extraordinary images but also honor your story with care, integrity, and artistic excellence, I cannot recommend Tyler Baker highly enough. Working alongside Tyler has been one of the quiet blessings of my creative life, and I will always be grateful for the beautiful body of work we’ve created together. — Una Momolu Artist & Founder, Nyon Kpee Textiles 

There are photographers who take pictures, and then there are photographers who tell stories through the people they photograph. Tyler Baker is undoubtedly the latter.

I’ve had the privilege of knowing and working with Tyler for years, and his impact on my creative journey has been immeasurable. When I first met him, I was an 18-year-old with a camera, eager to learn but still searching for my own artistic voice. Tyler never simply taught me how to take photographs—he taught me how to see. He encouraged me to trust my instincts, cultivate my own aesthetic, and approach every frame with intention. The confidence he instilled in me has remained with me throughout my career.

As an actor and filmmaker, some of my favorite creative memories have been the days we spent wandering Los Angeles together, searching for locations that held meaning and history. Tyler has an extraordinary ability to look beyond what is immediately visible. Every photograph begins with a conversation, a feeling, or a story waiting to be uncovered. By the time the camera is raised, the image has already become something far greater than a portrait—it has become a moment with purpose.

What I admire most about Tyler is his commitment to authenticity. He never photographs the version of you that is trying to impress the world. Instead, he creates an environment where your most honest self naturally emerges. His curiosity about people, combined with his remarkable artistic eye, allows him to capture images that feel deeply personal and timeless.

Many of the photographs Tyler created of me became an essential part of my acting portfolio. Our collaborations together brought forth a distinctive, grungy aesthetic helping communicate not only how I looked and felt at the time, but the kinds of characters and stories I wanted to tell. Those images opened doors, helped me secure acting opportunities, and gave filmmakers a deeper sense of who I was as an artist before I ever walked into an audition.

What makes Tyler exceptional isn’t simply his technical ability or his remarkable eye for composition. It’s the experience of creating alongside him. Every session feels like a collaboration built on trust, curiosity, and a shared desire to create something honest. He has a rare gift for making people feel seen, understood, and inspired to reveal something genuine in front of the lens.

Every opportunity to work with Tyler has strengthened my own artistic voice, and I continue to hope our schedules align so we can create together again. His generosity, passion, and unwavering commitment to storytelling have left a lasting impression on both my work and outlook on life.

If you’re looking for a photographer who creates more than beautiful images—someone who captures character, emotion, and the deeper story behind the person in front of the camera—I cannot recommend Tyler Baker highly enough. Working with him has been one of the defining creative relationships of my career, and I will always be grateful for the work and images we’ve created together.

— Oliver Wyman

Actor & Filmmaker