
About
Meet the Photographer
Hi, I’m Peter Zhan — a sports and action photographer based in Los Angeles County and Ventura County. I specialize in capturing fast-moving moments across football, basketball, soccer, water polo, track, and performing arts, with a focus on timing, emotion, and storytelling. My focus is on timing, emotion, and storytelling, turning high-intensity moments into clean, impactful images.
I regularly cover high school and collegiate athletics throughout Southern California, and I’m always working to expand my portfolio across new sports, venues, and events. Whether I’m shooting from the sidelines of a football game or backstage at a school performance, my goal is to create photos that feel alive and authentically capture the energy of the moment. I’m committed to delivering professional, reliable coverage that reflects the intensity and identity of every team I work with.

Equipment & Workflow
I shoot on Sony Alpha systems built for speed, precision, and reliability in fast-paced environments.
Cameras
Sony A1
Sony A7R V
Lenses
Sony 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS
Sony 70–200mm f/2.8 GM II
Sony 50mm f/1.4 GM
Clients / Coverage
Ventura County Star
I contribute sports photography coverage for the Ventura County Star, covering high school sports. This experience has strengthened my ability to work under tight deadlines, anticipate key moments, and deliver clean, impactful game imagery.
Oaks Christian School
I provide sports photography coverage for Oaks Christian School, with work featured on the school website, official Instagram, and yearbook publications. My coverage focuses on capturing key moments, student-athlete performance, and the overall energy of campus athletics.


CIF Competition
Editorial coverage of CIF-sanctioned postseason athletics, documenting championship-level play and high-pressure game moments across Los Angeles County and Ventura County.
