A Different Way of Seeing

I'm Michael Schacht — a professional photographer based in Chicago's West Loop. I specialize in headshots, portraits, and personal branding photography, but this site isn't about booking a session. It's about how I think about the craft.

Photography is more than lighting and lenses. It's about understanding people, reading a room, and knowing when to press the shutter — and when not to. After years behind the camera, I've developed strong opinions about what makes a photograph work and what makes the industry tick.

This is where I share those perspectives.