Mortensen Photography & Design

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About

As PPA (Professional Photographers Association) members, we have worked hard to develop a professional vision of art, composition, and lighting to produce the best possible results. Meeting the people and creating something that is timeless.

Overview

Hired 72 times

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7 employees

46 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2019

Services offered

Photoshoot type

Family / children portrait

Solo portrait

Couples portrait

Graduation portrait

Photography style

Traditional

Candid

Artistic

Natural

Photoshoot location

Outdoors

Photo studio

Home

Office

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

39 reviews

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Russell K.

Apr 28, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

For anyone looking to hire a great photographer for property or community work, Rick is an excellent choice. He followed our shot list closely and delivered ~100 high-quality images, including aerial drone photos. The framing, composition, and perspective were consistently strong throughout. Our goal was solid, representative photos of the property, and that is exactly what we got! We did not request edited images, and the photos were great as delivered. Communication was prompt and professional, and he was easy to work with from scheduling through delivery. We’ll definitely be hiring him again for future projects.

Details: Housing community • A single site • Drone • Photos • Digital or online download • 31 - 50 shots

Aerial Photography

Carrie s.

Apr 26, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Real estate sale photos • 1 property • Residential • 1000 - 2000 sq ft • I'm flexible

Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Mary H.

Feb 29, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Rick was on time, took wonderful pictures, and made sure we had plenty of options to choose from. Will definitely be hiring Rick again for my photography needs!

Details: Real estate sale photos • 1 property • Residential • 1000 - 2000 sq ft • Digital or online download

Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Maurie D.

Jan 16, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Rick was a delight to work with. He determined my need and gave me several options to consider, i.e., angles, backgrounds, etc. I am extremely happy with final product.

Details: Social media profile • Photo studio • 1 person • 1 outfit change • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Headshot Photography

Ayanna G.

Apr 25, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Rick was a pleasure to work with. He identified what I was looking for in my images and took his time capturing exactly that. He delivered quality work and in a timely fashion. I will definitely be contacting him again for our photography needs in the area.

Details: Interior architecture photos • 1 property • Residential • Less than 1000 sq ft • Digital or online download

Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Credentials

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Rick Swearingen

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Considering we have photographic services to offer in so many aspects (Portrait, School, Corporate, Business, Aerial, Virtual Tours, Family, Children and more) we have a separate structure for each department. Each dimension of photography requires a unique approach.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We like to go through examples of our work and get to know who our new customers are including their likes and dislikes.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We have many years invested with the PPA (Professional Photographers Association) and the WPPA (Wisconsin Professional Photographers Association). Within the association we also have countless hours of training and studies in the art of photography.