Welcome to the STRVMDA Blog


Welcome to the official STRVMDA blog, a home for stories, visuals, events, creative projects, and behind-the-scenes coverage from the perspective of a photographer, videographer, and storyteller.

STRVMDA was built around one idea: capture what matters and present it with purpose. Whether it is a live concert, event, a professional branding session, a family milestone, or the energy of a place that deserves attention, the goal is always the same, create visuals that feel intentional, polished, and real.

Man sitting on colorful kayaks by a calm lake surrounded by bare winter trees.

S. Kyle Marshall, Owner/Operator STRVMDA

What You’ll Find Here

This blog is where I’ll share more than just final images. It will be a place to highlight the people, places, and events I have the opportunity to capture.

Through STRVMDA, I have worked across different areas of photography and media, including:

  • Professional portraits and branding photography
  • Event photography
  • Concert and live performance coverage
  • Business and promotional content
  • Creative photo and video projects
  • Behind-the-scenes looks at shoots, gear, lighting, and editing
  • Podcasts

From photographing people in carefully planned sessions to covering the energy of live events and concerts, this blog will give each project more room to breathe. Instead of only posting a few images on social media, I want this space to tell the full story, What happened, why it mattered, and what made the moment worth capturing.


Covering People, Places, and Events

A major part of STRVMDA is documenting what is happening locally and abroad. There are businesses, venues, artists, performers, entrepreneurs, and everyday people doing things worth recognizing. This blog is designed to bring more attention to those stories.

You can expect posts that highlight:

  • Local concerts and performances
  • Community events
  • Businesses and brands
  • Artists, musicians, and creatives
  • Interesting places throughout the area
  • Event recaps and visual storytelling features

The goal is not just to take pictures. The goal is to help people see the value in what is happening around them.



Outdoor music festival crowd enjoying a live stage performance at a stunning colorful sunset.

Morris Farm Back 40 live

The Future of STRVMDA Content

The STRVMDA blog is only one part of the larger vision.

I also plan to launch a YouTube channel that works alongside the blog. The purpose of the channel will be to bring more attention to local events, creative projects, businesses, news, and stories that deserve a stronger platform.

The blog will provide written recaps, photo stories, and detailed features. The YouTube channel will bring those stories to life through video, giving viewers a closer look at the atmosphere, the people, and the moments behind each event.

Future content may include:

  • Event coverage
  • Concert recaps
  • Interviews with business owners, artists, and community figures
  • Behind-the-scenes photography and videography content
  • News-style features
  • Creative projects and visual storytelling
  • Spotlights on people and places in the community

This is about building a media platform that does more than post content. It is about creating a place where stories are documented with quality and intention.


YouTube video thumbnail for Point Break Festival featuring live band performance and crowd energy.

Not actual thumbnail. Example of what is to come.

Why This Blog Matters

Social media moves fast. A post is seen for a few seconds and then buried by the next thing. This blog gives the work a permanent home.

It allows STRVMDA to go deeper — to explain the story behind the shoot, the importance of an event, the energy of a concert, or the purpose behind a creative project. It also gives clients, viewers, and the local community a better understanding of what STRVMDA does and where it is headed.

Whether you are here because you saw photos from an event, are interested in booking a session, want to follow local coverage, or are just curious about the creative process, this blog is where it all comes together.


Stay Connected

STRVMDA is growing, and this blog will continue to grow with it.

As more projects, events, and stories are captured, this page will serve as the starting point for everything happening under the STRVMDA brand.

Thank you for being here, following the work, and supporting the vision.

This is STRVMDA — photography, video, storytelling, and media built with purpose.

American flag flies between two fire truck ladders in front of a large domed building outdoors.

Norfolk Scope 9/11 Tribute

Performer on stage surrounded by colorful laser lights and fog at an energetic live concert.

Stick Figure at Point Break Festival 2025