Fitness Photoshoot with Alejandro
One of my favourite things about fitness photography is meeting people who are absolutely dedicated to their craft—and Alejandro was no exception. From the moment he stepped into the gym, you could tell how much work and discipline had gone into sculpting his physique. This shoot wasn’t just about showing off muscle, though—it was about capturing the story behind it.
We started with some classic poses to highlight his symmetry and definition. I always aim to bring out those hard-earned details, so we played with lighting to create strong highlights and shadows. It’s incredible how much difference a slight shift in angle or a tweak to the light can make when you’re showcasing someone’s fitness journey.
Alejandro brought great energy to the session—he was open to trying new things and had a few ideas of his own. I love when shoots feel collaborative like that. We experimented with a mix of intense, powerful looks and more relaxed, lifestyle-inspired shots. The goal was to create images that felt dynamic but also authentic to his personality.
Looking back through the final shots, I’m proud of how they turned out. There’s a mix of strength, focus, and confidence that really comes through—and that’s exactly what I want my fitness clients to walk away with.
If you’ve been putting in the time at the gym and want to document your progress, a fitness photoshoot is such a rewarding experience. It’s a chance to celebrate the work you’ve done and create images you’ll be proud to look back on.
- Mark Ruddick Photography - My images are an exploration of the human body under muscle stress — understanding the body’s strength, flexibility, and power. Creating these images has given me a better understanding of the human form which has transitioned into my commercial fitness work.
I am a London, Ontario photographer who specializes in fitness, bodybuilding and fight photography.
I love to tell stories as anyone who's worked with me can attest. That includes visual stories through photographs. Let me tell your story and provide high impact images of you to sponsors, agencies, family or just for yourself.