Meet the owner:
Megan Blankenship
-5th generation of her family farm from upstate New York., she grew up raising cattle and developing an interest in photography. Her passion for both grew during her college years attending Kansas State University.
-She has been fortunate enough to photograph priceless moments from OKC & Louisville to Houston & Kansas City and internationally.
-Met her husband Matthew during a trip to the NAILE, and along with their two children, Adalynn Grace & Aksel, they continue to expand their Hereford and multi breed cattle herd (with a few goats & pigs!) while the family embraces their junior livestock show experience!
-She loves photographing shows of all sizes, making lifelong friendships through her travels and seeing endless good livestock pass in front of her camera!
-Other passions include good food, travels and adventures, hikes and exploring, books and anything outdoors!
Next Level is comprised of a passionate, talented team dedicated to the livestock industry and quality photography.
What makes us truly one of a kind is our commitment to production agriculture and love for what we do. Megan has well over a decade of experience combined with a lifetime in the agricultural industry and a passion for producing backdrop images that will highlight the quality of the animal, serve as high end marketing materials and preserve timeless memories. She and her team are known for their extraordinary patience and determination to get each photo right down to the smallest detail, all while making the photo experience an enjoyable one!
Megan was recently recognized as an inductee into the ShowTimes Hall of Fame for her impact on the industry. Each of our backdrop & ring shot photographers share this same commitment and we seek to utilize individuals with strong backgrounds in livestock production who also happen to be excellent photographers and who love their work. Our dedication to the industry and passion for producing the highest quality of photos while enjoying the friendships and connections created within this industry are second to none. We have been blessed to be recognized by the prestigious Best of Barns awards in 2020, 2021 and 2024 as the industry choice for “Best Livestock Photographers” and continue to dedicate ourselves to earning that honor.