If you are not already familiar with the name and face, there is a good chance you have already seen a picture taken by Christopher GoodKnews Cardwell. Although his career as a professional photographer only began a mere two years ago-GoodKnews has been the face behind the lens, capturing exclusive parties, graduations, weddings, and professional events all over Rochester, NY. With an impressive portfolio that includes shots of recording artists such as Trey Songz, Jadakiss, Lloyd, and Fabolous, the Hampton University grad is also the exclusive photographer for Heavy Entertainment. GoodKnews is continuing to build his brand and elevating his career as a staple within the Rochester social scene. Within the next couple of years he has hopes of possibly capturing fashion editorials for magazine giants Elle or Vogue, but in the meantime, GoodKnews is staying busy offering professional photography for weddings, senior pictures, modeling portfolios, landscapes, and product shots just to name a few.

Special Events:

will receive a cd with all images from event

Packages:

1 outfit 
4 poses 
4 printed 8x10 photos  
cd with the images 

2 outfits
6 poses
6 printed 8x10 photos
cd with the images

3 outfits
8 poses
8 printed 8x10 photos
cd with the images

Please contact: (585)957-1244 for pricing.

Video Editing and Recording Available.

I have an amazing time at your studio everytime, I come and shoot with you I learn something new about posing, and photography.

-Best Regards

Kadejah H. 

 Chris was working with my daughter and she said lets try him out for my son Quinn's senior pictures. We did and they came out great. They were different he took some inside and outside. He changed outfits he even took a few with me in the pics with my son. When we went to get Quinn's pictures he had made him a poster of 3-4 poses it was really hot. A few months later I called him and asked for a family portrait he was really shocked when I said 20-25 people but he did him and they came out great, he even gave my parents a poster of all of us including them and all 9 of their children and all 19 of their grandchildren and our significant others. Wow I wish you could see this poster it is so nice. There were a lot of us but Chris worked it out for us. Thank you Chris

at the drop of a dime, i was asked to hire a photographer for my bands gig one night. i called chris, and i am unsure if he had any plans that evening, but if he did, he compromised to meet me at my 8pm show. he was there early, and ready to work. he took about 200 still shots of the band" onqu", as well as recorded some of our live perfromances, and chose to give the video's to us free of chage. i was satisfied as thee images he gave us. i have used some of the pictures in my music profile. excellent photographe, and surely recommend hm=im whenever i get the chance to brag about his work.

Khola

My daughter referred me to Goodknews.  I was in dire straits and needed photography and ad work done immediately on a professional level.  After the initial conversation with Goodknews, I was certain that he COULD do the work, but I wasnt sure that he would be faithful to the time constraints I was working with. Bottom line is, Chris Goodknews is very professional, caring, and very passionate about his work.  He completely grasp the concept I had, and made my products "speak from the page".  In the short time I worked with him it was apparent that he possesses a "gift" to breathe life into his work.  Very rare in someone so young.  I would gladly recommend him to others.

Queenie Grace

Queen Grace Shoes, and Bubbles Child Development Center

The best photographer n tha world

Troy Garr

I met GoodKnews When it was time to do my Senior Pictures. He was easy to work with and extremely professional, he let me see some of his previous work before we stared my shoot and i could see from his portfolio i wouldn't be dissatisfied. The shoot was everything i had in mind and more and the shots were amazing, i took these same photo's with me to an audition in New York City where the Panel of Judges in front of me bragged about how amazing and artistic my head-shot was. His work, skill and ambition speaks for itself.

Shawn Powell II 

Trust …you'll be more than pleased with the out come of your shoot..

Singer/Song Writer

Shawn Berry

GoodKnews Photography did a great job on my family portraits. He was very patient and tactful when shooting my children. The photos came out great and each captured the personality for each child. I was also able to get my prints at the shoot which was very convenient. I plan on using GoodKnews Photography for future events and for the promotion of my small business!!!   Great work GoodKnews!!!

-Deanna Kimbrel, Rochester N.Y.

GOODKNEWS PHOTOGRAPHY IS BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY COMPANIES IN UPSTAE NY YOU GET GREAT  PHOTOS AND CHRIS ALWAYS TAKES PROFFESIONALISM TO THE NEXT LEVEL… NO MATTER IF ITS A PROFESSIONAL PHOTO SHOOT OR CANDIDS YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE OUTSTANDING QUALITY SO CHOOSE GOODKNEWS FOR YOUR NEXT BIG EVENT!

CEO - High Society Event Planning

Rayna B (R. Brooks)

Hello,

Chris is an amazing artist. The first day i met chris we clicked instantly. I can call chris anytime and ask him to do a shoot and he's on top of it. He's fast and efficent, you dont have to wait for your pictures. I love chris. Anytime he needs me i will be there.

Make Up Artist-Shonda Shields

Goodknews Photography has been beneficial too many residents in not only Rochester, but within any way Mr. Cardwell can reach his hands on. My first work with Goodknews Photography was to build up my portfolio as a model. Within working with the company, I offered him a position to take photos of two fashion shows I've recently coordinated. He did an amazing job in capturing every moment to have a long lasting memory to hold. As part of the Goodknews Team, I've been honored to work with him in many ways. As time goes by, I've noticed how much Goodknews has enhanced his business and the drive for photography and its works has amazed me. Goodknews tries his best to book everyone into his busy agenda even if it's almost impossible, never likes to dismiss any opportunity that comes his way. Goodknews has always sought out to searching for new ways to educate himself into becoming a better photographer and successful businessman. Given the opportunity as a Fashion Stylist for www.goodknews.me I am more than honored to work with such a dedicated and determined company. 
Crystal Luz
Coordinator/Event Planner

Working with Goodknews photography has been a wonderful experience! It's a really comfortable and laid back experience, which allowed me to loosen up and work creatively. I'd work with Goodknews again in a heartbeat! =) Can't wait for my next
shoot! ♥

I met Chris when he first moved to Rochester. I have watched him transform and grow from photographer into an artist. When so many young people are leaving our city Chris has found a way as a new member of our community to capture its essence in his work. With unmatched versatility he has been able to bring to life any project I have given him. From candid club shots, celebrity events, dinner menus, modeling portfolios, senior portraits and anything in between Goodknews photography has exceeded my expectations. His professionalism and love for his craft has in my eyes placed him at the top of the photography game. GoodKnews Photography has and will continue to be my first choice for all my photography needs. 

Sincerely,

Oz Tozan

Heat Night Club

Daisy Dukes

A-Pub Live

The Pig

Vinyl

www.viphappyhour.com

Karen Hardaway

950 Norton Street

Rochester, New York 14621

October 27, 2010

To Whom It May Concern:

It is with great pleasure that I recommend Mr. Chris Cardwell and the Goodknews photography team to most accurately capture the essence of any student's senior year in high school.

The experience of Mr. Cardwell and his team was manifested though their ability to captured the mood and atmosphere of attendees of the Class of 2010 Junior and Senior ball for Franklin High School.

As a result of Mr. Cardwell's work with 2010 prom, International Finance also employed the services of Goodknews Photography for the June Graduation Ceremony.

Mr. Cardwell has an eye for artistry and is serious about his craft. This young entrepreneur is a professional person of integrity, who values meeting his customer's needs.  

Again, I highly recommend Mr. Cardwell to supply your photography needs, and am sure that you will be satisfied with his services.

If you should need any further details, please feel free to contact me at 585-324-3725 x 2640, or e-mail me at karen.hardaway@rcsdk12.org.

Sincerely,

Karen Hardaway

GoodKnews that's should been a clue to what he's about! Every since the first time we started networking I have watched the growth of your business and it's amazing how focused you are and humble. I recently started my own business and I have met some of the coolest and some of the most arrogant people in my life. But you are a true professional and a good friend as well. REady to take this game to another level for 2011 with my boy GoodKNews. Much respect and blessings to you in the present and future.

CEO - Drew Mogul

Photography isn't always something you can plan . I called  Goodnews photography on a Friday night at 11:30 to photograph an unexpected important surprise event. I woke chris up and he said he would be there in 20 minutes!!  
The picture he took is hanging in my east ave location.  
  Great work, great service  and not to mention, a great guy!!!
  Greatnews photography is cam's pizzeria's official photographer.

Cam

As a Filmmaker and Video Producer, and myself a Business owner, I was extremely pleased with GoodKnews Photography! Not only was Chris "Down to earth" but he was a true Professional and worked with me! I would refer him to anyone! Thank you.    -Davy V.

Christopher D. Cardwell

GoodKnewsPhotography@yahoo.com

(585) 957-1244

162 Andrews, Rochester, NY