Nashville native and Belmont University photographer Sam Simpkins will be our featured presenter for the June 2 Monthly Meeting. Sam’s journey in photography began at Hillsboro High School before leading him to Montreat College, adventures photographing and traveling through Alaska and Colorado, and ultimately to Western Kentucky University, where he earned a degree in photojournalism. He spent 12 years as a photographer with The Tennessean covering news and features before joining Belmont University in 2016.

In this presentation, Sam will give us a behind-the-scenes look at life as a university photographer – from the energy and warmth of the Belmont community to the unforgettable moments that unfold across campus each day. He’ll share stories and images ranging from backstage celebrations after major athletic wins to quiet, meaningful moments between students, faculty, and campus life. Along the way, we’ll also get to experience the beauty of Belmont itself – both the people who bring the campus to life and the character of the university grounds through the eyes of a working photographer.