Toby is the founder of Photorec.tv and the PhotoRec TV YouTube channel, which has built a devoted following of more than 330,000 subscribers. He’s widely recognized as one of the top photography educators online, and it’s not unusual for fans to spot him in cities around the world.

His channel ranks among the best photography resources on YouTube, thanks in part to his deep expertise in camera gear, a skillset that makes him an invaluable member of the MPA team. Toby has been with MPA since 2014! 

Whether you shoot Sony, Canon, or Nikon, Toby’s got you covered. He keeps up with the latest releases, reviews new gear, and shares practical tips and insights through his videos. If he’s not traveling with MPA, you’ll probably find him testing out new equipment and producing fresh educational content for his audience.

Toby’s passion for photography runs deep. He’s just as happy behind the lens as he is teaching others, especially when he’s out shooting the stars on a clear night.

Jeff Galinovsky brings a deep-rooted passion for teaching and photography to the MPA admin team, which he recently joined. His journey with a camera began back in 1988, wielding a Minolta Maxxum 7000 as a high schooler, one of the earliest autofocus SLRs. Since then, he’s spent nearly three decades developing his eye and technique, especially in sports, senior and family portraits, corporate branding, and large events.

In 2015, Jeff took a leap, spending 12 days on a photography tour of Scotland with MPA. That experience sparked the launch of Jeff Galinovsky Photography in early 2017. His business quickly took off, earning a reputation across greater Sacramento for dynamic sports senior portraits and standout composites for high school and club teams.

Jeff’s signature is creativity, he’s known for bold, memorable images that connect with athletes and families alike. In 2024, he achieved both the Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) and Master of Photography (M.Photog) credentials from PPA, underscoring his dedication to the craft. In 2025 he earned his Craftsmen title also from PPA.  Jeff has led the Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley as President for the past three years and now chairs the PPA Nominating Committee.

With a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toledo and an MBA from UC Davis, Jeff combines business savvy and technical know-how with his artistic approach. His love for education goes beyond photography—he spent more than a decade as a Senior Faculty member at the Keller Graduate School of Management, teaching MBA students, and over 31 years at Intel Corporation in leadership roles across engineering, marketing, and sales enablement.

After retiring from his corporate career, Jeff now devotes himself full-time to growing his photography business. He also teaches photography and photography business courses at local community colleges, helping the next wave of photographers find their way.

When he’s not behind the camera or in the classroom, Jeff enjoys time with his wife of over 30 years, Lisa—who often helps out at shoots—their two daughters, and their energetic Golden Retrievers, Murphy and Darla.

Steve Scurich is the owner of Steve Scurich Photography in Cincinnati, OH. He’s a graduate of McKay Photography’s Pro Academy and has been part of their community since 2015, bringing a contagious energy to both his work and the way he teaches others.

Steve’s not just passionate, he’s proven. He’s an award-winning photographer who’s photographed multi-million dollar listings and even homes owned by celebrities. Steve earned the Professional Photographers of America’s Master of Photography distinction and he’s brought home Gold medals two years in a row at top competitions.

Growing up in Santa Cruz, California, Steve was the kid who could always draw, teachers spotted his talent early, and he picked up a camera in high school. Still, he pushed art to the sidelines for years, choosing a business path and earning his degree at the University of the Pacific. He spent nearly twenty years climbing the corporate ladder before finally listening to the creative itch he’d ignored for too long, launching his own photography business in 2013.

For a while, Steve described himself as a “corporate guy who wanted to be a photographer,” but if you ask him now, he’ll admit that was never quite the truth. He’s always been an artist, he just took the scenic route.  He’s known for clear communication, a knack for teaching, and just being a genuinely great person to work with. 

As a travel photographer based in Seattle, WA. Tim loves the proximity Seattle provides to the Cascade and Olympic Mountains which provide plenty of landscape opportunities. He has a growing appreciation for night photography, capturing the Milky Way and Northern Lights in AK. 

McKay trips have taken Tim everywhere: deep into the heart of National Parks, up to Alaska’s rugged wilderness, out east to Africa’s sweeping savannas, and as far south as the ice-blue edge of Antarctica.

He might be one of the newer faces on our team, but you’d never know it from the way clients light up around him. People love Tim for his infectious enthusiasm, his easygoing humor, and the way he makes learning photography feel simple, even for total beginners. No question is too basic, and no adventure is too big. Tim’s excited to keep exploring, learning, and sharing new experiences with all of you.

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