At Shutter and Scope Media, our mission is simple: to create visuals that resonate with the communities who live, work, and train in the gear we photograph.

Founded by Zac Tavares—a U.S. Army and law enforcement veteran—our work is grounded in lived experience. We don’t stage moments. We capture them. We know what works, what matters, and what breaks. That perspective shapes every shoot, every angle, every frame.

I understand the weight, the wear, and the function. I’ve lived the lifestyle, trained in the gear, and seen firsthand what makes a product stand out. Whether it's an optic in low light, a plate carrier at golden hour, or a beat-up service pistol that tells a story—I bring that understanding to every photo I take.