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Amazing Times & Wondrous Stories of a Photojournalist

Brian McLean's first published book, Photography, Friends, Fate and Fun, is a memoir exploring the remarkable experiences, friendships, unexpected encounters, and memorable moments that have shaped his life behind and beyond the camera.

Through personal reflections and stories collected over the years, McLean shares the adventures, coincidences, and connections that have made his journey as a photographer anything but ordinary.

Photography Through Personal Connections, and Playlists

Currently in development, Brian's Photographer's Playlist explores the connections between photography, music, friendships, and the experiences that bring them together.

Drawing from decades of concerts, sporting events, road trips, and personal encounters, McLean revisits the songs, albums, and people that have provided the soundtrack to his life. The collection combines personal reflections, behind-the-scenes experiences, and unexpected coincidences, revealing how music and photography have remained intertwined throughout his journey.

On Assignment Photo Publishing

Expanding his creative work into children's publishing, Brian McLean is developing a collection of educational and entertaining coloring books designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, and imagination.

The growing collection explores a variety of subjects, including sports, music, science, animals, nature, and cultural celebrations. Each title combines engaging illustrations with opportunities for children to learn, explore, and express their creativity.

Published under the On Assignment Photo imprint, these books reflect McLean's background in education and his continued interest in encouraging young minds through creative learning.

Individual titles, cover images, and purchase information will be added as the books become available.

Brian McLean is a Fort Worth, Texas-based editorial photographer specializing in sports, music, and entertainment photography.

His photographic career began while attending Texas Christian University, where he served as a staff photographer, chief photographer, and photo editor for the university's daily newspaper. His work received recognition from the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association and Southwestern Journalism Congress.

Following his graduation in 1989, McLean worked as a freelance photographer covering news, sports, and entertainment. He served as team photographer for the Fort Worth Fire hockey team and subsequently photographed the Dallas Stars. His hockey photography appeared on nationally distributed trading cards, in publications, and in promotional materials.

McLean eventually stepped away from photography to concentrate on raising his daughter as a single father while pursuing a career in education.

Returning to active editorial photography in 2021, McLean has built an extensive portfolio covering NCAA Division I athletics, Major League Soccer, international soccer competitions, collegiate postseason tournaments, Texas high school athletics, and national and international touring musical artists.

He currently contributes to Zuma Press Wire Service and photographs assignments for GM Sports Media, with additional work for Dave Campbell's Texas Football. His images have also received recognition through Zuma Press's Best Pictures of the Day selections.

McLean's photographic approach emphasizes decisive moments, genuine emotion, and compelling visual storytelling while maintaining the accuracy and integrity essential to editorial photography.

Bachelor of Science, Speech Communications
Texas Christian University, 1989

Master of Education
Texas Wesleyan University, 2015