Mark August | Photographer 📸 🚲💨

If you know me, you know I love being part of epic moments that people remember forever! Something about being part of the energy, peoples' reactions, the super quick moments that people miss, just energizes me. Maybe it's my extraverted personality, maybe my ADHD, or both :) Either way, that’s the stuff I love capturing with my camera. Whether it’s a wedding, a club event, party, conference, or anything in between, my goal is always the same: make it feel real, make it feel alive, and make sure people actually have photos that will take them back to the moment they happened. So, if you’ve got something coming up and want it captured, hit me up! Let’s make it happen! Woot! 📸😁 #photography #outdoors #mtb

Sea Otter Classic is the birthplace of my love for action photography, and I’m so hyped to be shooting there again this year! If you know me, I spend endless hours posted by the trail side capturing photos of as many racers as I can, and posting the pics up on my gallery for the racers. Well, 2026 is here, and if you’re racing, this is your moment 📸 Whether you’re going full send, chasing podiums, or just soaking in the vibes, I’ll be out there capturing the action, the grit, and those “I actually did that” finish-line feels. If you want guaranteed coverage (aka: not just hoping I catch you mid-race), hit me up before April 18 and I’ll make sure you get dialed in 🙌 !!! Share this post with your buds to make sure they get snapped 📸 See you there! Shoot me a DM or reach out through my site (link in bio) 🤙 #seaotterclassic #photography #outdoors #outdoorphotography #mtb

Soo... I loooove taking grad pics! I’ve been out shooting a bunch of grad pics lately and it’s honestly one of the most rewarding opportunities I've had behind the camera. Something about freezing those cap tosses, snapping some victory walks, laughing with my clients at slightly awkward poses (that actually turn out great!), that are just amazing. Or maybe it's just the thrill of capturing the candid expressions behind the hard-earned milestone! If you’re graduating (or just finished!) and want photos that actually shine and a fun session with some really solid results, hit me up! 🙌 Send me a DM and let’s make it happen before the season flies by 👀 #graduation #portraits #photography #gradphotos

Sea Otter Classic 2026 DH wasn’t so bad as I thought it was going to be. Ended up with 8th place 📸: @mark.august @thestokedcompany @rootsandrain @christian.peper @ryan_rides2 @jorgevizcainobikes @seaotterclassic @jono_jones1 @mattjonesmtb @rohitsenguptamtb @_camron_31_ @newe_kiwi @ryanchambers820 @kaidenbeuzenberg @cameron_polidoro @masonm9009 @dzl.bike @troup_escowitz @racedrake @banana_brayden @enzorega.613 @thatoneguytoten @daxon.scott @matthew_pr3tze @kalu_rides_bikes #mtb #seaotterclassic #downhillmtb #trialsmtb #prorider The 2026 Sea Otter event was an exciting and unforgettable experience for me. It gave me the chance to compete, meet new people, and grow as a rider. From racing downhill to taking on fun challenges, the event was full of opportunities that made it special. One of the biggest moments for me was competing in the downhill race. The course was challenging, and I pushed myself to do my best. In the end, I earned eighth place, which was an accomplishment I was proud of. It showed me that my hard work and dedication were paying off. Another highlight was participating in Christian Peper’s Magura Booth obstacle course challenge. It was a fun way to test my technical riding skills in a different setting. I also enjoyed getting along with others and connecting with people who shared the same passion for biking. Meeting professional riders like Jono Jones, Matt Jones, and Christian Peper was also inspiring. Seeing and speaking with them motivated me to keep improving and chasing my goals in the sport. Overall, my 2026 Sea Otter experience was rewarding and memorable. It gave me confidence, valuable connections, and motivation for future competitions.

🔗 Link to gallery in bio 🏞️ Holy shit balls. The #seaotterclassic dual slalom course this year was far from what we expected: grassy, no rollers, no jumps, no tall berms. At first glance it felt stripped down, where shovels and trucks were exchanged for hammers and stakes. But from this exchange came the slalom course's own unique personality: off-camber turns, slippery grass, and those hidden bumps that could throw you off at any moment. It wasn’t smooth, it wasn't flashy, it wasn't built. It was technical, raw, and honestly pretty unforgiving. After photographing the DH finals race, I raced over to the Dual Slalom course where the Elite category was competing for their finals, at the hight of where things were getting spicy. I set up near the bottom of the course and it ended up being a killer spot. It was close enough to catch that locked-in focused look on the racers' faces, and those sketchy, all-or-nothing turns around gates and hay bales. Run after run, the intensity just kept climbing until the winners crossed the finish line, marking the end of the Sea Otter Classic Saturday evening tradition for 2026. Honestly I had such a blast shooting this one, and I can't wait to be back. Wow, this was a long post. If you reach this point, let me know and I'll give you a shout-out for being so thorough and awesome.😎 If you’re racing or putting on something and want it captured like this, hit me up 🤙 Ride fly-bys or complete session sends on your favorite features. Just let me know. I'm flexible and like creativity. Cheers. #photography #outdoors #mtb #biking

Ready, set, dig! Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (@santacruztrails ) held another Women's, Trans, and Femme Dig Day at Cotini Coast Dairies with Girls Rock (@girlsrockmtb ) and Juliana Bicycles (@julianabicycles ). Volunteers and trail leads worked together to maintain the beautiful trails that comprise Cotini Coast Dairies State Park. This maintenance allows the trails to continue serving the community though healthy biking and hiking trails at such vast and beautiful locations. I had the opportunity to capture the magic and adventure that lasted all throughout the day. The energy, positivity, determination, hard work, smiles and laughs are what make events like this shine. Got an event you need captured? Let's talk, shoot me a DM or visit my site at markaugustsnaps.com Love trails and wanna contribute? Go visit the @santacruztrails bio for links to become a member! Shoutout to @lizzylonglegscoffee for literally powering up our amazing volunteers and crew, and especially me to stay up long enough to write this post up at 2:15AM! . . . #santacruz #mtb #outdoors #m43 #photography

So grateful for these four to be in our lives. The best decade of my life. If not for Nate, who convinced me to buy a mountain bike for my first commuter bike (instead of a hybrid), I would've never met Corey. Can't believe it's been more than ten years already. I love you guys. Pictures shot with the "Oreo" disposable camera lens, and slight retro filter applied. #scrlgallery #friends

Some photos from last Saturday’s dig day. Thank you too @mark.august for the photos

Light rays, bamboo, and waterfalls. Serenity and beauty are no strangers here at Hakone Gardens, where the whispers of peace are louder than waterfalls or rustling bamboo. The moving sun paints a fresh scene as the day goes by; I could spend hours here and still only remain strangers with each passing view. These shots were taken in the late Fall where the days just barely begun to get cooler. I'm looking forward to enjoying the flowers here in the Spring, so for now the only flowers I enjoyed were the beams of light painted by the rays of the sun. #photography #landscape #outdoors #hakone All photos taken with OM System OM-1 mkii with Panasonic 8-18mm f2.8-5.6. I used a variable ND2-400 filter for the softer water effects, light rays, and warm tones.

The Dish... is delish! Alright I ain't gonna lie, I was in my PJs and when I got this amazing piece of equipment I just put on a hat and started shooting--I was so stoked to see what this light modifier could do. With just 16.5 inches in diameter it delivers perfectly amazing soft skin with not too soft shadows, a good balance for dramatic shots. Paired with a 45mm (90mm for FF equivalent) f1.8 lens, this light shines! And yes, my poses get cheesy, so better get the crackers! #photography #lighting #headshots #portraits Music by: /free-music-for-videos Artist: Benjamin Tissot License code: MDVIOWXY5PFUME6X

Feeling <insert emotion here>? Yea, there's a ride for that. Go! Life is just better on wheels, period. @scrlgallery #scrl #photography #mtb #biking #outdoors

Join us on our wild surprise this morning. 😅 Is it Salvageable??? #mtb #lightmotionbikelights #lightmotion