LEE KLAFCZYNSKI (they/them)

Lee is a freelance photojournalist based in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

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They are proud to be a former staff photographer at The Akron Beacon Journal. They graduated from Kent State University in May 2015 with a B.S. in Visual Journalism, with a concentration in photojournalism. 

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Lee is captivated by and has a great love of people. They have a passion for telling stories through portraiture, sports features, and writing; but enjoy exploring all forms of storytelling. 

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Their work has been published by The New York Times, ESPN, LA Times, The Boston Globe, ISI Photos, IndyStar & more.

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They were recognized by the Hearst Journalism Awards Program in 2015 earning Third Place in the National Photojournalism Championship working on a short-term project about gentrification in San Francisco. They've also been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists, NPPA, Ohio News Photographers Association, Indiana News Photographers Association and CPOY.

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If not photographing, they can be found practicing drums, writing or walking their Beabull, Ruby. 

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Lee is primarily available for work across the Midwest but is open to travel further distances if their vision is needed. 

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leeklaf@gmail.com | 330-635-7659