Volunteer Photographers

Bird at Craig Crossing Park in Lenexa. Photo by Ric Westman.

Bird at Craig Crossing Park in Lenexa. Photo by Ric Westman.

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Kids pole fishing at Spinach Festival at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Photo by Wendy Delzeit.

Kids pole fishing at Spinach Festival at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Photo by Wendy Delzeit.

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Kids playing yard games at a Movie in the Park. Photo by Lauren Walke.

Kids playing yard games at a Movie in the Park. Photo by Lauren Walke.

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Railroad tracks covered in snow in Old Town Lenexa. Photo by Leigh Mitchell.

Railroad tracks covered in snow in Old Town Lenexa. Photo by Leigh Mitchell.

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Lenexa BBQ Battle at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Photo by Bill Harrison.

Lenexa BBQ Battle at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Photo by Bill Harrison.

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The City of Lenexa uses volunteer photographers to help capture what life is like in Lenexa. You can serve as a scenic photographer, event photographer, or both. 

  • Scenic photographers capture native plants and wildlife, sunrises and sunsets, parks and trails and/or yourself and people you know enjoying Lenexa. These photos can be spontaneous or posed.
  • Event photographers capture City festivals, events and programs. Event photographers receive periodic emails with upcoming photo opportunities and sign up in advance to take photos.

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer photographer, submit the form below.

Volunteer Photographer Interest Form

Contact

For more information about Lenexa’s Volunteer Photography Program or about uploading your photos, contact Tasha Hammes at thammes@lenexa.com.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find out if an event is canceled?

For Parks & Recreation events, check our Cancellation Notification page.

Do I have to pay to attend events I am photographing?

If an event requires paid admission, City Communications staff will make advance arrangements for you to get in free of charge.

How do I show I’m a volunteer with the City?

Volunteer photographers need to wear their issued volunteer badge to events and special assignments. Established volunteers also have vests that identify them.

Do I need to ask for permission to take photos of people?

Waivers are not required from people on public property or attending festivals. However, if someone indicates they do not wish to be photographed, please refrain from taking their photo.

How will my photos be used?

Communications staff will use selected photos in internal communications, community e-newsletters, printed magazines, brochures, and signs, as well as in advertisements and promotions, on social media sites, websites, videos, etc. We also often share images with media outlets.

Will the City give me credit if they use my image(s)?

City Communications staff will give volunteers credit for their work whenever possible. However, sometimes due to space constraints and/or the medium or outlet, credit cannot be guaranteed.

Does the City need me to track my volunteer hours?

It is not required, but we do like to recognize our volunteers for their commitment. Please estimate and log hours for events and special assignments you photograph. If you do not submit an estimated time spent, we do our best to guess for you. For events, we typically estimate three hours.

If I upload my photos to your site, can I still use them in my personal portfolio?

Yes. Photos you submit to us can be used in your personal portfolio if they do not violate the rules in the Volunteer Photographer Agreement.

I’m trying to grow my business. Can I promote my talents with the City?

Volunteer photographers may not hand out business cards to promote their services while representing the City or use the City name or logo in endorsing their photos.

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