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The Golf As Life Collections

At its core, Golf As Life is about more than photography. It is about how the game reflects the way we live—how it teaches patience, rewards discipline, humbles us, and offers moments of beauty when we least expect them. The collections are organized to honor those different ways of experiencing golf, allowing each viewer to connect with the game in a way that feels personal and meaningful.

Legacy Collection

“Where golf and life intersect.”  Learn More

St Andrews – The Home of Golf, Scotland

“Golf is an easy game that is hard to play.”
— Golf As Life

The Old Course at St Andrews, beneath the vast Scottish sky, is where the game began and still breathes its timeless rhythm. The image captures the Royal & Ancient Clubhouse and the centuries of golfers who’ve walked its fairways — a visual connection to golf’s purest roots.

Portstewart Golf Club – Strand Course, Portstewart, Northern Ireland

“Elevate your game, elevate your life.”
— Golf As Life

Set among towering dunes overlooking the Atlantic, Portstewart’s Strand Course is a triumph of nature and design. This photograph reveals the sweeping landscape and rugged coastline that remind every golfer that improvement — in the game and in life — comes through challenge.

Hacienda Pinilla Golf Club – Guanacaste, Costa Rica

“Practice winning every day.”
— Golf As Life

Captured along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, Hacienda Pinilla glows in the warm light of sunset. The scene embodies the tranquility and determination that define the game — a place where tropical calm meets the steady rhythm of practice and perseverance.

Montreux Golf and Country Club – Reno, Nevada

“Embrace the challenge, reap the rewards.”
— Golf As Life

Tucked into the Sierra Nevada foothills, Montreux Golf & Country Club blends alpine beauty with demanding precision. This image reflects the meeting of grace and grit — where crystal lakes, pine shadows, and golden light celebrate reward through effort.

Bahia Beach Resort and Golf Club – Río Grande, Puerto Rico

“In golf, as in life, it’s the follow through that makes the difference.”
— Golf As Life

Among the palms and ocean breezes of Puerto Rico’s north coast lies Bahia Beach, a course where serenity meets strategy. The photograph glows with tropical energy and quiet focus, capturing the spirit of persistence and the art of following through.

The Palmer Course at Stonewall Resort – Roanoke, West Virginia

“Refine your game, define yourself.”
— Golf As Life

Arnold Palmer’s design at Stonewall Resort unfolds gracefully across West Virginia’s rolling hills. The image, rich with late-afternoon light, celebrates the balance of patience, precision, and self-discipline — qualities that define both the course and the player.

Elk River Golf Club – Banner Elk, North Carolina

“The course is your canvas, the club is your brush.”
— Golf As Life

In the Blue Ridge Mountains, Elk River Golf Club turns the game into an art form. Autumn colors and crisp air frame this Arnold Palmer design, where every swing feels like a brushstroke — a vivid reminder that creativity and mastery share the same canvas.

Karsten Creek Golf Club – Stillwater, Oklahoma

Play with heart, win with skill.
— Golf As Life

Home to Oklahoma State University golf, Karsten Creek is steeped in passion and purpose. This sunrise image over Lake Louise reflects heart and skill in perfect balance — a visual tribute to perseverance and pride deeply rooted in Oklahoma soil.

Wade Hampton Golf Club – Cashiers, North Carolina

“Precision, passion, perfection.”
— Golf As Life

Nestled in the misty Blue Ridge Mountains, Wade Hampton is a masterpiece of Tom Fazio’s design. Morning light filters through the trees, revealing harmony between precision and beauty — a reflection of golf’s pursuit of perfection.

The Territory Golf and Country Club – Duncan, Oklahoma

“Play the course, not your opponent.”
— Golf As Life

Set in the gentle hills of southern Oklahoma, The Territory is a course built for focus and flow. Seen from above, its fairways and greens reveal a study in strategy and self-mastery — proof that the truest competition lies within.

Signature Collection

“Golf photography in its purest form.”  Learn More

Karsten Creek Golf Club – Stillwater, Oklahoma

Home to Oklahoma State University golf, Karsten Creek is steeped in passion and purpose. This sunrise image over Lake Louise reflects heart and skill in perfect balance — a visual tribute to perseverance and pride deeply rooted in Oklahoma soil.

CordeValle Golf Club-San Martin, California

Nestled in the Santa Cruz foothills, CordeValle exudes quiet California elegance. The golden hills and sculpted greens reflect a natural design that turns every round into a walk through art and light.

The Currituck Club-Corolla, North Carolina

Sweeping across the Outer Banks, The Currituck Club captures the beauty of coastal Carolina. Rees Jones’s design winds through dunes and maritime forest, offering golfers a perfect blend of challenge and seaside serenity.

Whistling Straits — The Straits Course-Kohler, Wisconsin

Windswept and wild, Whistling Straits stretches along Lake Michigan like a living sculpture. Mike’s image captures its fescue dunes and endless horizon — a reminder that golf’s greatest beauty often lies where nature and challenge collide.

Oakmont Country Club-Oakmont, Pennsylvania

Dawn at Oakmont softens the edge of one of golf’s sternest tests. The rising sun paints its bunkers and greens in quiet gold — a rare moment of peace before the day’s challenge begins on one of America’s true cathedral courses.

Pebble Beach Golf Links — Hole #10-Pebble Beach, California

Clinging to the cliffside above the Pacific, Pebble’s 10th is a study in risk and reward. The image captures early light sweeping across surf and sand — a perfect blend of power, poetry, and timeless California beauty.

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club — Gold Course-Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., the Gold Course at Golden Horseshoe is steeped in American tradition. Its emerald greens and reflective water create a timeless scene — craftsmanship and history shining side by side.

Harbour Town Golf Links-Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Few sights in golf are as iconic as the red-and-white lighthouse overlooking Harbour Town’s 18th green. Designed by Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus, this coastal classic blends artistry with precision — a place where every round feels touched by history and sea breeze.

Whistling Straits — Hole #10-Kohler, Wisconsin

Perched high above Lake Michigan, the 10th at Whistling Straits captures Pete Dye’s genius in its rawest form. Wind, water, and fescue merge into a breathtaking test that feels both ancient and alive — a Midwestern echo of Ireland’s wild coast.

Mauna Lani Resort — South Course-Location: Kohala Coast, Hawaii

Where lava meets ocean, Mauna Lani’s South Course reveals golf at its most elemental. This image captures the contrast of emerald fairways against black volcanic rock — a rare harmony of earth, fire, and water on Hawaii’s Big Island.

The Pulpit Club-Caledon, Ontario, Canada

Perched high above the Credit River Valley, The Pulpit Club offers one of Canada’s most stirring vistas. Designed by Hurdzan and Fry, its fairways roll through autumn color and crisp northern air — where golf feels both intimate and grand.

The General at Eagle Ridge-Galena, Illinois

In the rolling hills of northwest Illinois, The General unfolds like a painter’s canvas. Early sunlight dances across fairways and rocky outcroppings, showcasing one of the Midwest’s most scenic and soulful courses.

Makena Golf & Beach Club – Maui, Hawaii

Framed by Haleakalā and the Pacific, Makena is a tropical escape of light and motion. Mike’s image captures palms swaying in ocean breeze and fairways glowing in afternoon sun — a paradise where golf meets tranquility.

Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course-Banff, Alberta, Canada

Set beneath the towering Canadian Rockies, Banff Springs is mountain golf at its most majestic. Morning light filters through the pines as elk cross the fairway — a moment where wilderness and design coexist in breathtaking harmony.

The Ocean Club – Aerial View-Paradise Island, Bahamas

Viewed from above, The Ocean Club’s emerald fairways trace a path between white sands and turquoise waters. Designed by Greg Norman, the course is a tropical masterpiece — where every hole feels like a postcard from paradise.

The Rim Club-Payson, Arizona, USA

Carved through granite boulders and towering pines, The Rim Club brings mountain drama to the desert. Mike’s image captures its natural rhythm — sunlight, stone, and green blending seamlessly across Arizona’s rugged landscape.

Cypress Point Club – Hole #17 Pebble Beach, California

The 17th at Cypress Point might be golf’s most breathtaking shot — a carry over ocean cliffs to a green embraced by cypress trees and sea spray. Mike’s photograph captures its raw beauty and quiet courage — golf’s poetry written on stone and surf.

Pebble Beach Golf Links – Hole #17 Pebble Beach, California

Guarded by the ocean on one side and bunkers on the other, Pebble’s 17th is a stage of pressure and beauty. The calm of Monterey Bay contrasts with the tension of the shot — a timeless reminder of golf’s elegant drama.

Whistling Straits – The Straits Course-Kohler, Wisconsin

Carved along Lake Michigan’s bluffs, Whistling Straits channels the soul of an ancient links. The dunes and fescue glow in soft evening light — a rugged, windswept landscape that celebrates both nature’s artistry and Pete Dye’s genius.

Cog Hill Golf & Country Club – Dubsdread Course-Lemont, Illinois, USA

In the heart of the Midwest, Cog Hill’s Dubsdread Course stands as a pure test of golf. Deep bunkers and golden light define this image, capturing the proud tradition of a course that has challenged legends for generations.

Augusta National Golf Club – Hole #6 Augusta, Georgia

At the 6th hole of Augusta, artistry meets precision. The sloping green and flowering azaleas reflect the timeless design of Bobby Jones and Alister MacKenzie — a place where every shot demands imagination and touch.

Southern Hills Country Club – Hole #18 Tulsa, Oklahoma

The finishing hole at Southern Hills rises toward its iconic clubhouse in golden evening light. It’s a fitting finale to Perry Maxwell’s masterpiece — a moment that captures both the beauty and the challenge of championship golf in Oklahoma.

The Roxburghe Golf Course Kelso, Scotland

Set amid the rolling Scottish Borders, The Roxburghe captures the quiet majesty of the countryside. Mike’s image highlights its open fairways and soft contours — a course where golf flows with the rhythm of the land itself.

Pebble Beach Golf Links – Hole #7 Pebble Beach, California

Perched above the crashing Pacific, the 7th at Pebble Beach is one of the world’s most photographed holes. This image distills its essence — wind, sea, and sunlight converging on a green that feels suspended between heaven and earth.

Troon North Golf Club – Scottsdale, Arizona

Framed by the granite peaks of the Sonoran Desert, Troon North is desert golf in its purest form. Mike’s image captures the golden light, saguaro silhouettes, and rugged terrain that make every round here feel like a walk through living sculpture.

Windsor Golf and Country Club – Nairobi, Kenya

Set among the lush highlands of Nairobi, Windsor Golf and Country Club blends adventure with tranquility. Two golfers walk beneath the African sun, surrounded by towering acacias — a scene that celebrates golf’s universal language of rhythm and grace.

Ballybunion Golf Club – Kinsale, Ireland

Along Ireland’s rugged Atlantic coast, Ballybunion is a natural marvel of dunes, wind, and sea. This photograph reveals the raw poetry of true links golf — a place that humbles, inspires, and connects every player to the game’s elemental roots.

Elk River Golf Club – Banner Elk, North Carolina

Tucked high in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Elk River feels discovered rather than built. Morning fog lifts slowly from the valleys, revealing a course defined by quiet elevation changes, cool air, and Appalachian calm. This image captures that fleeting stillness—when the course feels untouched, and the game becomes secondary to simply being there.

Doral Golf Resort – Blue Monster Course, Miami, Florida

The Blue Monster at Doral is a South Florida legend — a course that has tested champions for decades. This sunrise image reveals its tropical drama, where palm silhouettes and shimmering water set the stage for power and precision.

The Club at Morningside – Rancho Mirage, California

Framed by the Santa Rosa Mountains, The Club at Morningside reflects desert elegance at its finest. Lush fairways contrast against rugged peaks, creating a moment of stillness and sophistication under the Coachella Valley sun.

The Concession Golf Club – Bradenton, Florida

Built to honor one of golf’s greatest acts of sportsmanship, The Concession blends integrity with artistry. This golden-light scene captures its signature bunkering and calm strength — a reminder that beauty and honor still guide the game.

Augusta National Golf Club – Hole #12 “Golden Bell,” Augusta, Georgia

Framed by blooming azaleas and guarded by Rae’s Creek, the 12th at Augusta is both breathtaking and merciless. Mike’s image captures its deceptive calm — a serene scene that has humbled the greatest players and defined golf’s most hallowed ground.

Katinkulta Golf Resort – Vuokatti, Finland

Under the endless light of a Nordic evening, Katinkulta Golf Resort rests quietly beside Lake Nuasjärvi. This image captures the purity of golf in its most peaceful form — still water, open sky, and the rhythm of nature unbroken.

Old Head Golf Links – Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland

Stretching nearly two miles into the Atlantic, Old Head stands as one of the world’s most dramatic settings for golf. Mike’s photograph captures the cliffside lighthouse and golden light of Ireland’s coast — where sea, sky, and fairway meet in pure harmony.

St Andrews – The Home of Golf, Scotland

At St Andrews, golf stands on its original ground. Wind moves freely across the Old Course, shaping every shot just as it has for centuries. This image reflects the game in its purest form—open, honest, and timeless—where history isn’t remembered, it’s felt beneath your feet.

Wade Hampton Golf Club, Cashiers, North Carolina

Wade Hampton Golf Club is a masterclass in restraint and natural beauty. Captured at sunrise as light spilled across the fairway, this image reflects the calm, understated elegance that defines both the course and the game itself. Presented as part of the Signature Collection, it allows the landscape to speak — pure, timeless, and unfiltered.

Augusta National, Augusta, Georgia

The 10th at Augusta National descends through a cathedral of Georgia pines, its fairway bending left toward history. Every Masters champion has felt this quiet stretch — a test of imagination, nerve, and precision where golf’s legends have been made.

Cypress Point Club – Hole #15, Pebble Beach, California

The 15th at Cypress Point is golf’s most daring invitation — a carry over the Pacific to a green perched on the edge of the world. The image captures both the risk and reward that define the game’s magic — courage against nature, beauty against challenge.

Monochrome Collection

“Timeless golf in black and white.”  Learn More

Portstewart Golf Club, Portstewart, Northern Ireland

Classic links golf distilled into pure contrast and movement.

Whistler Golf Club, Whistler, British Columbia, Canada

A timeless black and white view of mountain golf at Whistler, where alpine scale and quiet elegance define the experience.

Hacienda Pinilla, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

A tropical course reimagined with timeless monochrome elegance.

Royal and Ancient Golf Club, St. Andrews, Scotland

The Home of Golf presented in its most classic form—black and white.

Swilcan Bridge, St. Andrews, Old Course

Golf’s most famous crossing, captured in timeless monochrome.

The General at Eagle Ridge, Galena, Illinois

A bold Midwestern landscape captured through light and shadow.

Augusta National Golf Club, Hole 13, Augusta Georgia

A flowing par-5 reimagined through shadow, shape, and movement.

Augusta National Golf Club, Hole 10, Augusta Georgia

A dramatic downhill test captured with classic monochrome depth.

Augusta National Golf Club, Hole 12, Augusta Georgia

Amen Corner captured in black and white, where tension and tradition meet.

Pebble Beach Golf Links Hole 7, Pebble Beach, California

An iconic par-3 reduced to its purest elements in black and white.

Troon North, Scottsdale, Arizona

A dramatic black and white interpretation of desert golf, highlighting Troon North’s rugged contours and bold architectural lines.

Wade Hampton Golf Club – Cashiers, North Carolina

A timeless monochrome portrait capturing the quiet elegance of Wade Hampton’s mountain setting.

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