WELCOME!
I’m Ragu, a Sports Action Photographer in Chicago, IL
I capture extraordinary youth athletes in action, creating one-of-a-kind artwork that celebrates their talent and shows them just how truly impressive and special they are.
Real Games | Peak action | Tangible memories
Real Games.
Peak action.
Tangible memories.
Gallery highlights
All of these images are raw, unstaged moments I captured during live games—designed as epic, large-format Wall Art for athletes’ homes to serve as a lasting reminder of their achievements.
Enjoy the stories that come with each image.
With his eyes locked on his target, Porter S. jumps up and extends his arms to catch a soccer ball soaring towards him a Keeper Wars Tournament in Salt Lake City, UT..
Goalkeeper launches himself into the sky in a split-second display of athleticism to deflect the soccer ball. Angel E., Milwaukee, WI.
Maggie C.’s chase at the ECNL Semifinals 2024 in Seattle, WA, ends in chaos—one small step for her, one giant fall for her opponent, immortalized in this PPANI Best Reportage Journalistic Award 2025-winning shot.
Eyes locked: LV Heat Surf and San Diego Surf athletes battle for the ball during the ECNL Championship Match in Richmond, VA, 2024.
Goalkeeper stops the final penalty kick of the ECNL Semifinals 2024 in Seattle, WA, securing her team’s spot in the championship.
A decisive slide tackle by Ryan N. in the ECNL Championship Match NVA vs LAFC So Cal—Richmond, VA 2024.
In a rain-soaked Seattle showdown, the goalkeeper rises above all the other players and punches the ball away—ECNL Semifinals 2024.
SIGNATURE PRODUCTS
When creating legacy artwork, quality matters, which is why I partnered with three world-class labs based in Greece, Poland, and California—each recognized for their masterful craftsmanship. Each piece reflects the artistry and durability your memories deserve.
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Gallery wall art
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Legacy Art Book
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Fine Art Prints
Interested in having me at your next event?
WORDS
FROM A PARENT
“Seeing the final ACRYLIC
against our RED WALL...
SUPERB!
The artistry, craftsmanship, and
passion is evident in EVERY DETAIL.”
- Ben F., San Antonio
“I’ve never seen
ANYONE
do what he does.”
Tolly Beckett, Parent (VA)
“One was just
MORE
incredible than the other.”
Maureen Bellotti, Parent (Burlingame, CA)
“Captures the moment
& emotion with
INFECTIOUS
ENTHUSIASM.”
Keli Bitow, Director @ Washington Youth Soccer
“I’m actually
shaking.
this is crazy!”
Nancy Shroeder, Parent (Springfield, VA)
“I WISH
Ragu was here
when my first son
was still playing”
Tolly Beckett, Parent (VA)