Portrait of photographer in casual green jacket against studio backdrop.

David Lau is a Boston-based photographer specializing in sports, commercial, and aviation imagery. His work is built on over two decades behind the camera—combining technical precision with an eye for storytelling.


From 2020 to 2025, while living in Singapore, David was selected by Nikon Asia and Nikon Singapore as a featured speaker and content creator. He led workshops and photowalks, and produced imagery showcasing Nikon’s Z-series cameras and lenses. His teaching covered studio lighting, sports, pet photography, and travel storytelling, working with both professionals and enthusiasts.


In addition to his sports and editorial work, David creates artwork with aircraft owners, aviation brands, and private clients to create aviation imagery for marketing, branding, and large-scale display. (www.ldmkg.com)


He has spent over 14 years supporting the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary through visual storytelling. His work has been featured in national media, official publications, and displayed throughout Coast Guard facilities. He also mentors Public Affairs Specialists, sharing his real world practical techniques and experience.


David began his career in 2005 as a freelance photojournalist for the Asbury Park Press, later launching a wedding photography business that gained early recognition through The Knot and the Wedding Photojournalist Association. His work expanded into magazines, books, and digital platforms, earning multiple industry awards.


Today, David partners with Coast Guard Academy Athletics as a Creative Partner, alongside ongoing work with brands, teams, and clients across sports, commercial, and aviation.

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Dramatic sunset photo of aircraft with creative lighting techniques on Nikon website.
Nikon Singapore Photowalk by David Lau
Silhouettes of people sitting in chairs by Nice in France. Nikon Photo Workshop by David Lau
Photo feature
American flag flying from the mast of a sailing vessel on blue waters.
Industrial view of a Jayhawk helicopter undergoing maintenance overhaul in a Pennsylvania facility.
Large group of military personnel posing with international flags at Exercise SEACAT.
Infographic showing logistics and maintenance statistics with helicopter maintenance in progress.
Modern military aircraft cockpit view showing digital instrument displays during flight.
US Coast Guard Jayhawk helicopter parked inside a large maintenance hangar.
Interior view of a Jayhawk helicopter undergoing maintenance in an industrial facility.
A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft flies against a bright blue sky during a RIMPAC exercise.
Two Coast Guard helicopters parked on tarmac under blue sky with white clouds.
Coast Guard helicopter flies past a sailing vessel with full sails and American flag.
US Coast Guard Proceedings magazine cover featuring orange and yellow helicopters in formation.
Aerial view of Washington DC monuments and buildings from NORAD News webpage.
US Coast Guard Acquisition Directorate webpage showing a response boat in rough waters.
An athlete clears hurdles on a track at the US Coast Guard Academy.
A black and white photo of a US Coast Guard HC-130 aircraft on a runway with propellers visible.
Article about women in Coast Guard aviation maintenance with helicopter hangar background.
Coast Guard magazine cover featuring white ship with red stripe against ocean background.