Vocalist of Knocked Loose passionately performing on stage, singing into a microphone with a greenish foggy background photographed by Ava Sambriski.

chicago-based photographer specializing in film for

shows, portraits, branding, & events

  • Guitarist of Knocked Loose playing an electric guitar on stage with bright yellow and orange lights photographed by Ava Sambriski.

    Music

    Shows, concept-driven shoots for promo/press/merch, and behind-the-scenes coverage.

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  • Three young adults standing against a metallic wall, posing for a photo. From left to right: a man in a gray and beige polo shirt and jeans, a woman with curly black hair wearing a cropped top, ripped denim shorts, and white cowboy boots, and a man with a mustache in a plain white t-shirt and baggy jeans.

    Portraits

    Mini and classic sessions for portraits.

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  • A person with curly hair and tattoos standing in a leather workshop. Behind them, a neon sign reads 'Fruit Leather' and various tools and leather strips are on the table. Photographed by Ava Sambriski.

    Branding

    Mini and classic sessions for branding and products.

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  • A drag performer with long, dark hair, wearing a striped shirt, a furry jacket, and sequined jeans, appears to be performing or dancing passionately in a festive environment with tinsel decorations and brick walls photographed by Ava Sambriski.

    Events

    Candid and documentary-style coverage for events from drag shows to parties and more.

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meet your photographer

Photographer Ava Sambriski with black hair and glasses holding a carved pumpkin with a face design.
A black-and-white photobooth portrait of photographer Ava Sambriski with short dark hair, wearing round glasses, a septum piercing, and a dark top, smiling with their hands under their chin against a curtain background. 
A former musician with a desire to jump back into music in new ways, I began photographing local DIY shows with a 35mm film camera. What started as a way to connect with the community quickly grew. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with bands, major venues, promoters, and folks from all walks of life utilizing digital and a variety of film formats.
Every roll of film is developed by hand in my home darkroom.
One of my favorite compliments came from a client who said they felt as though they could hear the photo in front of them. That’s the feeling I hope to create for you, too.
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complimentary super 8 video with all bookings

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complimentary super 8 video with all bookings 〰️ limited time offer 〰️

A collage of five images photographed by Ava Sambriski.

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