Sports, event and General Photography
A triathlon participant gets help from a volunteer in a neon safety vest to put on their wetsuit before a race.

A glimpse into the grit and focus that push athletes beyond their limits

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Group of people wearing light blue shirts huddle together in a circle formation looking down at the camera.

Endurance in every frame — a reflection of the grit, focus, and quiet strength that drive every athlete forward.

Rock climber in white helmet ascends steep cliff face against backdrop of red desert mountains at sunset.
Cyclist in sunglasses inspects a bicycle tire during a sunny outdoor event.

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Close-up shot of a bicycle mechanic adjusting and maintaining the rear cassette gears on a bike.

Sports Photography

Chris Mehlman

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Hockey players in red jerseys embrace and celebrate after scoring a goal.

Sports photography

NCAA Diii Women's Hockey National Championships

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A crowd of spectators and race participants gather around number 138 at an outdoor sporting event.

Commercial Photography

TriDot, Ironman WC Kona

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Large crowd of spectators wearing purple winter hats gather to watch an outdoor event.

Event Photography

T100 Lake Las Vegas

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Marathon runners pass by spectators and volunteers at a race checkpoint with blue barriers along an urban course.
Testimonial

“It’s a joy working with Lydia. She’s incredibly enthusiastic and talented. She was able to capture some amazing photography for our teams and the TriDot brand at the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona that we used across our social and continue to use in our marketing.“


Matt Bach
VP Marketing - Tridot
Swimmers compete in a triathlon race with colorful swim caps visible in the water near a crowded shoreline.
Testimonial

“Incredible photography, Lydia Grunewaldt! I can't believe the emotion you can see through these images. Thank you so much for sharing and taking the time to capture this event!“


David Pollitt
Ironman WI 2024 - Participant
A cyclist in sunglasses inspects a bike wheel during maintenance at an outdoor event.
Testimonial

“I had the absolute pleasure of working with Lydia at the IMWC in Kona, and I cannot recommend her enough. As a photographer, her creativity and eye for detail are unmatched, consistently delivering galleries I can use for years to come. Beyond her artistic talents, Lydia is highly organized, efficient, and driven—qualities that make collaborating with her seamless and productive.“


Noel Mulkey
ELite Level triathlete
A rock climber stretches upward to reach a yellow hold on an indoor climbing wall while spectators watch from below.
Testimonial

“Lydia was a huge help at our 8th Annual UWRF Off The Wall Climbing Competition! Her storytelling abilities are impeccable, including shots from a chill rules session, intense crux attempts, and a party of an awards ceremony. I’m lucky to have her images to use as an answer when people ask, “What’s a climbing competition even like?”


Jenna Stanze
Outdoor Recreation Coordinator - UWRF
People walking past a red fish restaurant while colorful chalk art decorates the sidewalk on a sunny day.
Testimonial

“Wow. She captured a moment on the run where I hugged four college students who were chanting my name, and I thought it would only exist in my memory. I am so grateful!“


Jason hare
Ironman Wi 2024 - Participant
A couple embraces on a sunlit path surrounded by tall golden grass swaying in the breeze.
Testimonial

“Lydia has an editing style that makes her photos feel so personalized and unique, capturing the emotion of each moment perfectly. Her photos are exactly what I was looking for and I can't wait to work with her again!"  


Jaidyn McAlpine

Uw-River Falls Athlete - Couple Photos
A scenic mountain trail winds through rugged terrain with a backdrop of evergreen trees and blue skies.
Testimonial

“Lydia reached out by email to see if we needed any freelance content help at the Pikes Peak APEX. Her timing was perfect because we did, and after a quick conversation we signed her up to cover the gravel race for both photography and videography. She put the pre-event time in--driving the course and preparing her shots. We were super-happy with the amount of content she was able to provide, supplying us with tons of quality photos and video clips to be able to share and use for marketing next year's event. No question it was a solid investment for us to hire Lydia, and there is also no question that we will ask her back next year.“


Micah Rice

Senior Sports & Event Executive | Olympic & Endurance Event Marketing Strategist | Sponsorships & Brand Partnerships Leader

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T100 Series
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Spectrum One
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