I’m Maximus Thiessen, a designer and photographer based in Calgary, Alberta. Growing up in Barhead, Alberta, I developed a deep connection to the wide-open landscapes and quiet detail of small towns. As a high-performance runner, I made Team Canada, balancing my athletic drive with a growing passion for visual storytelling. After graduating from SAIT’s School of Interactive Design, specializing in graphic design, I picked up a camera by chance. One day at a track meet, I paused from racing to photograph my teammates, and in that instant, I fell in love with photography. Within a year of picking up the camera, I covered the Calgary Stampede and was soon appointed SAIT’s head photographer. I’m also a two-time Academic All-Canadian, a distinction I earned for excelling both as a student and an athlete. Today, I create work that spans graphic design, brand identity, digital experiences, and photography, partnering with clients like Dell and Sophos. My work is shaped by a lifelong commitment to precision, creativity, and capturing the essence of each moment.