portraits
AUSTIN-Based Photographer gayle macallister
Gayle MacAllister creates stunning portraits in her Austin studio & along Huntington Beach’s coastline. Her signature style is classic, clean, and timeless. Gayle’s passion for photography started when she first looked thru her Dad’s Nikon lens as a young girl. In every face there is a story, a spark of existence that reminds us of our own, and Gayle’s work is devoted to honoring that sacred connection.
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Adults Collection
Gayle believes a portrait is more than just an image—it is a window to a subject’s light that transcends the surface and reaches into something universal. Through her lens, she seeks to capture the quiet truths, the unguarded moments, and the depth of presence that make each individual unique. She sees portraiture as a bridge between herself and the subject that creates a connection beyond appearance and into the shared life force that unites all of humanity.
Kids collection
Gayle is inspired to produce beautiful, life affirming portraits of people. A spark, a gesture, an exchange of words that bring levity to the moment. Life portraits mark the legacy of her subjects. Every session is powered by Gayle’s natural ability to make them feel comfortable, relaxed and empowered.
SURFERS collection
Gayle’s FACES OF THE WAVES exhibit captures both local and international surfers who choose Huntington Beach as their playground whether they are professional or novice surfers. Gayle’s project launched during COVID, the same year Surfing became an official sport in the Olympics. Gayle has been graciously welcomed back into Huntington Beach’s surf community for the past 5 years to create striking portraits. A gorgeous surfer coffee table is on the horizon.